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Bolognese dog vs Border Collie vs Bouvier des Flandres Comparison - Dog breed selector: Bolognese Toy Dog or Sheepdog or Flanders Cattle Dog? Find the right dog for you

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Name Bolognese dog Border Collie Bouvier des Flandres
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Bolognese Toy Dog
Bichon Bolognese
Sheepdog
Scotch Sheep Dog
Flanders Cattle Dog
Vlaamse Koehond
Belgian Cattle Dog
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Bolognese dog vs Border Collie vs Bouvier des Flandres breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Bolognese dog vs Border Collie vs Bouvier des Flandres Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Bolognese dog or Border Collie or Bouvier des Flandres? Which is the smallest dog, Bolognese dog or Border Collie or Bouvier des Flandres?
Small Large Large
Weight
Which is heavier, Bolognese dog or Border Collie or Border Collie? Bolognese dog vs Border Collie vs Bouvier des Flandres weight comparison:
4.5-9 pounds (2.5-4 kg) Male: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg), Female: 27-42 pounds (12-19 kg) Males 75-110 pounds (34-50 kg), Female: 60-80 pounds (27-36 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
6.75 pounds (3.25 kg) Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Female: 34.5 pounds (15.5 kg) Males 92.5 pounds (42 kg), Female: 70 pounds (31.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Bolognese dog or Border Collie or Bouvier des Flandres? Bolognese dog vs Border Collie vs Bouvier des Flandres height comparison:
Males: 10.5-12 inches (27-30 cm), Female: 10-11 inches (25-28 cm) Male: 19-22 inches (48-56 cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46-53 cm) Male: 23-28 inches (58-71 cm), Female: 22-27 inches (56-69 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Males: 11.25 inches (28.5 cm), Female: 10.5 inches (26.5 cm) Male: 20.5 inches (52 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (49.5 cm) Male: 25.5 inches (64.5 cm), Female: 24.5 inches (62.5 cm)

Bolognese dog vs Border Collie vs Bouvier des Flandres Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Bolognese dog or Border Collie or Bouvier des Flandres? Which is more expensive?
$1200-$1400 $600-$800 $1500-$2000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Bolognese dog or Border Collie or Bouvier des Flandres?
Average: The Bolognese dog is a commonly available dog breed.
Very frequent: The Border Collie is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Bouvier des Flandres is quite easy to get.

Bolognese dog vs Border Collie vs Bouvier des Flandres Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Bolognese dog vs Border Collie vs Bouvier des Flandres intelligence:
Smart: The Bolognese dog dogs have great intelligence.
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Outstanding: Border Collie is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Smart: The Bouvier des Flandres dogs have great intelligence.
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Trainability
Bolognese dog vs Border Collie vs Bouvier des Flandres trainability comparison.
Bolognese dog dogs are easy to train.
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Border Collie dogs are easy to train.
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Bouvier des Flandres dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Bolognese dog or Border Collie or Bouvier des Flandres?
Bolognese dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Border Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Bouvier des Flandres dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Bolognese dog or Border Collie or Bouvier des Flandres? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Bolognese dog dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Border Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Bouvier des Flandres dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Bolognese dog vs Border Collie vs Bouvier des Flandres Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Bolognese dog or Border Collie or Bouvier des Flandres? Bolognese dog vs Border Collie vs Bouvier des Flandres behavior/temperament comparison:
Active
Playful
Intelligent
Loyal
Devoted
Calm
Faithful
Easygoing
Earnest
Willing
Serene
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Responsive
Loyal
Tenacious
Protective
Intelligent
Loyal
Gentle
Familiar
Rational
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Sensitive: Bolognese dog dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Sensitive: Border Collie dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Bolognese dog vs Border Collie vs Bouvier des Flandres?
High: Bolognese dog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Border Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Bouvier des Flandres dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Bolognese dog vs Border Collie vs Bouvier des Flandres social needs comparison:
Bolognese dog dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Border Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Bouvier des Flandres dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Bolognese dog dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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Border Collie dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Bouvier des Flandres dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Bolognese dog dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen.
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Border Collie dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen.
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Bouvier des Flandres dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Bolognese dog vs Border Collie vs Bouvier des Flandres Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Bolognese dog vs Border Collie vs Bouvier des Flandres playfulness comparison:
Average: Bolognese dogs, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Border Collie is a highly playful breed.
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Average: Bouvier des Flandress, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Bolognese dog vs Border Collie vs Bouvier des Flandres?
Average to High: The Bolognese dog is a vocal breed.
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Low to Average: The Border Collie rarely barks.
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Average: The Bouvier des Flandres barks occasionally.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Bolognese dog or Border Collie or Bouvier des Flandres?
Very house-friendly dog the Bolognese dog breed.
It is not recommended to keep the Border Collie breed in the home.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Bouvier des Flandres breed.

Bolognese dog vs Border Collie vs Bouvier des Flandres Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Bolognese dog dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Border Collie dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Bouvier des Flandres dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Bolognese dog or Border Collie or Bouvier des Flandres?
Bolognese dog dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Border Collie dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Bolognese dog vs Border Collie vs Bouvier des Flandres Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Bolognese dog or Border Collie or Bouvier des Flandres?

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Bolognese dog bite force: Weak.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Border Collie bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Bouvier des Flandres bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Bolognese dog has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Border Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Bouvier des Flandres has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Bolognese dog vs Border Collie vs Bouvier des Flandres mouthiness comparison:
Bolognese dog dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Border Collie dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Bouvier des Flandres dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bolognese dog vs Border Collie vs Bouvier des Flandres Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Bolognese dog vs Border Collie vs Bouvier des Flandres health comparison. Which is the healthier: Bolognese dog vs Border Collie vs Bouvier des Flandres?
The Bolognese dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Border Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Bouvier des Flandres is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Bolognese dog vs Border Collie vs Bouvier des Flandres? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Bolognese dog vs Border Collie vs Bouvier des Flandres health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Legg-perthes Disease
Chronic Eye Irritation
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Collie Eye Anomaly
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Heart Problems
Elbow Dysplasia
Glaucoma
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Bolognese dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Border Collie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Bouvier des Flandres should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Bolognese dog vs Border Collie vs Bouvier des Flandres lifespan comparison. How long do Bolognese dog, Border Collie and Bouvier des Flandres breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
13-15 years
The average lifespan of Bolognese dog: 14 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Border Collie: 13 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Bouvier des Flandres: 11 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Bolognese dog vs Border Collie vs Bouvier des Flandres?
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Border Collie can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Bouvier des Flandres can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Bolognese dog vs Border Collie vs Bouvier des Flandres Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Bolognese dog or Border Collie or Bouvier des Flandres? Bolognese dog vs Border Collie vs Bouvier des Flandres energy level comparison:
Bolognese dog dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Border Collie dogs are high-energy dogs.
Bouvier des Flandres dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Bolognese dog vs Border Collie vs Bouvier des Flandres exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Bolognese dog or Border Collie or Bouvier des Flandres? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Bolognese dog dogs exercise need is minimal.
Border Collie dogs need a lot of exercises.
Bouvier des Flandres dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Bolognese dog or Border Collie or Bouvier des Flandres?
Bolognese dog dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Border Collie dogs don't need too much sleep.
Bouvier des Flandres dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.

Bolognese dog vs Border Collie vs Bouvier des Flandres Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Bolognese dog or Border Collie or Bouvier des Flandres?
1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals. 3 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Bolognese dog vs Border Collie vs Bouvier des Flandres weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The Bolognese dog has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Border Collie has an average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Bouvier des Flandres's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Bolognese dog vs Border Collie vs Bouvier des Flandres Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Bolognese dog vs Border Collie vs Bouvier des Flandres coat comparison:
Curly
Silky
Dense
Feathered
Straight
Short
Moderately Long
Rough
Colors
What are the original Bolognese dog, Border Collie and Bouvier des Flandres color?
Pure white Black
Tan
Red
Sable
Brindle
Lilac
Gold
Seal
White & Red
Slate
Sable Merle
Black & White
Tricolor
Blue merle
Blue merle-tricolor
Slate merle
Red merle
Saddleback Sable
White & Blue
White & Blue Merle
White & Red Merle
White Ticked
White & Gold
White & Sable
White & Seal
Black
Gray
Fawn
Brindle
Pepper
Salt
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Bolognese dog or Border Collie or Bouvier des Flandres? Bolognese dog vs Border Collie vs Bouvier des Flandres grooming comparison:
Average: The Bolognese dog requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Border Collie requires average grooming effort.
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Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Bolognese dog or Border Collie or Bouvier des Flandres? Bolognese dog or Border Collie or {name3 shedding:
Bolognese dog dogs shed none to minimal.
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Border Collie dogs shed moderately.
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Bouvier des Flandres dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Bolognese dog or Border Collie or Bouvier des Flandres?
3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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Hypoallergenic
Bolognese dog vs Border Collie vs Bouvier des Flandres hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Bolognese dog vs Border Collie vs Bouvier des Flandres?

Medium

The Bolognese dog has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Border Collie has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Bouvier des Flandres has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Bolognese dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Border Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Bouvier des Flandres is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Bolognese dog vs Border Collie vs Bouvier des Flandres Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Bolognese dog dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Border Collie dogs are generally with other pets.
Bouvier des Flandres dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Bolognese dog or Border Collie or Bouvier des Flandres? Which dog is more friendly?
Bolognese dog dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Bouvier des Flandres dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Bolognese dog or Border Collie or Bouvier des Flandres?
Bolognese dog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Border Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Bouvier des Flandres dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Bolognese dog or Border Collie or Bouvier des Flandres?
Bolognese dog dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Bouvier des Flandres dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Bolognese dog or Border Collie or Bouvier des Flandres?
Bolognese dog dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Bouvier des Flandres dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Bolognese dog vs Border Collie vs Bouvier des Flandres?
Yes
Bolognese dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Border Collie dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Bouvier des Flandres dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Bolognese dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Border Collie is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Bouvier des Flandres is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Bolognese dogs are usually recommended for elderly people.
Border Collies are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Bouvier des Flandress are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Bolognese dog vs Border Collie vs Bouvier des Flandres As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog
Which one could be a service dog?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Bolognese dog or Border Collie or Bouvier des Flandres? Which is better for autism?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog
Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR)
Which one could be a search and rescue dog?

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.

Yes

This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: Bolognese dog vs Border Collie vs Bouvier des Flandres?

Not really

Bolognese dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Border Collie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Bouvier des Flandres breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog
Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Fighting Dog / Military Dog

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Bolognese dog vs Border Collie vs Bouvier des Flandres Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Litter Size
How many puppies can Bolognese dog and Border Collie and Bouvier des Flandres have?
2-5 puppies 4-8 puppies 5-10 puppies

Bolognese dog vs Border Collie vs Bouvier des Flandres Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1995 as a Herding breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1931 as a Herding breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
American Canine Registry
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Foundation Stock Service
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
The American Int. Border Collie Registry
The American Border Collie Association
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

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