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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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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Bolognese dog, Border Collie, and Bouvier des Flandres breeds.
Bolognese Toy Dog
Bichon Bolognese
Sheepdog
Scotch Sheep Dog
Flanders Cattle Dog
Vlaamse Koehond
Belgian Cattle Dog
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Bolognese dog, Border Collie, and Bouvier des Flandres? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

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

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Bolognese dog, Border Collie, and Bouvier des Flandres. Which breed is the largest?
Small Large Large
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Bolognese dog, Border Collie, and Bouvier des Flandres? Compare adult weight ranges.
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 Range
Compare puppy costs for Bolognese dog, Border Collie, and Bouvier des Flandres. Find price differences between these breeds.
$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

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Bolognese dog, Border Collie, and Bouvier des Flandres. Which breed ranks highest?
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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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Bolognese dog, Border Collie, and Bouvier des Flandres. Which is easiest to train?
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 Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Bolognese dog, Border Collie, and Bouvier des Flandres. Which breed is most alert?
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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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Bolognese dog, Border Collie, and Bouvier des Flandres. Which breed is most protective?
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

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Bolognese dog, Border Collie, and Bouvier des Flandres? Compare temperaments.
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

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Bolognese dog, Border Collie, and Bouvier des Flandres. Which breed is most vocal?
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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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Bolognese dog, Border Collie, and Bouvier des Flandres. Which breed is most playful?
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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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Bolognese dog, Border Collie, and Bouvier des Flandres. Which adapts best to small spaces?
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

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Bolognese dog, Border Collie, and Bouvier des Flandres. Which breed is most flexible?
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.
Alone Time Tolerance
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 Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Bolognese dog, Border Collie, and Bouvier des Flandres. Which has lowest bite risk?

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.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Bolognese dog, Border Collie, and Bouvier des Flandres. Which uses mouth most during play?
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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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Bolognese dog, Border Collie, and Bouvier des Flandres. Which has the strongest bite?

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.

Bolognese dog vs Border Collie vs Bouvier des Flandres Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Bolognese dog, Border Collie, and Bouvier des Flandres. Which breed lives longest?
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
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Bolognese dog, Border Collie, and Bouvier des Flandres. Which handles climate changes best?
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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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Bolognese dog, Border Collie, and Bouvier des Flandres. Which has fewer health issues?
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.
Vet Care Frequency
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.
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

Bolognese dog vs Border Collie vs Bouvier des Flandres Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Bolognese dog, Border Collie, and Bouvier des Flandres. Which breed is most active?
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

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Bolognese dog, Border Collie, and Bouvier des Flandres. Which is most prone to obesity?
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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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Bolognese dog, Border Collie, and Bouvier des Flandres. Which needs most food?
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.

Bolognese dog vs Border Collie vs Bouvier des Flandres Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Bolognese dog, Border Collie, and Bouvier des Flandres. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Bolognese dog, Border Collie, and Bouvier des Flandres. What colors are available?
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 Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Bolognese dog, Border Collie, and Bouvier des Flandres. Which requires most maintenance?
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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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Bolognese dog, Border Collie, and Bouvier des Flandres. Which drools 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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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Bolognese dog, Border Collie, and Bouvier des Flandres. Which has least natural smell?

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.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Bolognese dog, Border Collie, and Bouvier des Flandres. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Curly
Silky
Dense
Feathered
Straight
Short
Moderately Long
Rough
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Bolognese dog, Border Collie, and Bouvier des Flandres. Which requires most frequent baths?
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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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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Bolognese dog vs Border Collie vs Bouvier des Flandres Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Bolognese dog, Border Collie, and Bouvier des Flandres. Which is best with kids?
Bolognese dog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Border Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Bouvier des Flandres dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
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.
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 Capability
Compare service dog potential between Bolognese dog, Border Collie, and Bouvier des Flandres. Which is best suited for service work?

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 Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Bolognese dog, Border Collie, and Bouvier des Flandres. Which excels in therapy work?

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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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Bolognese dog, Border Collie, and Bouvier des Flandres. Which has best nose work ability?

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 & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Bolognese dog, Border Collie, and Bouvier des Flandres. Which is best for SAR work?

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.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Bolognese dog, Border Collie, and Bouvier des Flandres. Which is best suited for water work?

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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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Bolognese dog, Border Collie, and Bouvier des Flandres. Which is best for draft work?

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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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Bolognese dog, Border Collie, and Bouvier des Flandres. Which has most military use?

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

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Bolognese dog, Border Collie, and Bouvier des Flandres. Which has most puppies?
2-5 puppies 4-8 puppies 5-10 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Bolognese dog, Border Collie, and Bouvier des Flandres. Any breeding differences?
60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Bolognese dog, Border Collie, and Bouvier des Flandres. What's recommended?

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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Bolognese dog vs Border Collie vs Bouvier des Flandres Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Bolognese dog, Border Collie, and Bouvier des Flandres. How are they classified?
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 Classification
Compare FCI groups for Bolognese dog, Border Collie, and Bouvier des Flandres. How are they classified internationally?
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.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Bolognese dog, Border Collie, and Bouvier des Flandres. Which has most recognition?
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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