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Border Collie vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Chihuahua Comparison - Dog breed selector: Sheepdog or Blue Heeler or Csivava? Find the right dog for you

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Name Border Collie Australian Cattle Dog Chihuahua
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Sheepdog
Scotch Sheep Dog
Blue Heeler
Cattle Dog
Red Heeler
Queensland Heeler
Csivava
Chihuahueño
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Border Collie vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Chihuahua breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Border Collie vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Chihuahua Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Border Collie or Australian Cattle Dog or Chihuahua? Which is the smallest dog, Border Collie or Australian Cattle Dog or Chihuahua?
Large Medium Small
Weight
Which is heavier, Border Collie or Australian Cattle Dog or Australian Cattle Dog? Border Collie vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Chihuahua weight comparison:
Male: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg), Female: 27-42 pounds (12-19 kg) 30-62 pounds (13-28 kg) 2-6 pounds (1-3 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Female: 34.5 pounds (15.5 kg) 46 pounds (20.5 kg) 4 pounds (2 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Border Collie or Australian Cattle Dog or Chihuahua? Border Collie vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Chihuahua height comparison:
Male: 19-22 inches (48-56 cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46-53 cm) Male: 17-20 inches (43-51 cm), Female: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm) 6-9 inches (15-23 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 20.5 inches (52 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (49.5 cm) Male: 18.5 inches (47 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm) 7.5 inches (19 cm)

Border Collie vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Chihuahua Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Border Collie or Australian Cattle Dog or Chihuahua? Which is more expensive?
$600-$800 $500-$700 $600-$800
Availability
Which is easier to get, Border Collie or Australian Cattle Dog or Chihuahua?
Very frequent: The Border Collie is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Australian Cattle Dog is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Chihuahua is quite easy to get.

Border Collie vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Chihuahua Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Border Collie vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Chihuahua intelligence:
Outstanding: Border Collie is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Outstanding: Australian Cattle Dog is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Trainability
Border Collie vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Chihuahua trainability comparison.
Border Collie dogs are easy to train.
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Australian Cattle Dog dogs are easy to train.
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Chihuahua dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Border Collie or Australian Cattle Dog or Chihuahua?
Border Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Australian Cattle Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Chihuahua dogs are average watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Border Collie or Australian Cattle Dog or Chihuahua? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Border Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Australian Cattle Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Chihuahua dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Border Collie vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Chihuahua Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Border Collie or Australian Cattle Dog or Chihuahua? Border Collie vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Chihuahua behavior/temperament comparison:
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Responsive
Loyal
Tenacious
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Responsive
Loyal
Aggressive
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Quick
Devoted
Lively
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
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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Sensitive: Chihuahua dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Border Collie vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Chihuahua?
High: Border Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average: Australian Cattle Dog dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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High: Chihuahua dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Border Collie vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Chihuahua social needs comparison:
Border Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Australian Cattle Dog dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Chihuahua dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Border Collie dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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The wanderlust potential of the Australian Cattle Dog is strong enough to escape from home.
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Chihuahua 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?
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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Australian Cattle Dog dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Chihuahua 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 vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Chihuahua Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Border Collie vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Chihuahua playfulness comparison:
The Border Collie is a highly playful breed.
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The Australian Cattle Dog is a highly playful breed.
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Average: Chihuahuas, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Border Collie vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Chihuahua?
Low to Average: The Border Collie rarely barks.
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Low to Average: The Australian Cattle Dog rarely barks.
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A lot: Chihuahua is a particularly loud breed.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Border Collie or Australian Cattle Dog or Chihuahua?
It is not recommended to keep the Border Collie breed in the home.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Australian Cattle Dog breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Chihuahua breed.

Border Collie vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Chihuahua Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Border Collie dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Average: Australian Cattle Dog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Chihuahua dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Border Collie or Australian Cattle Dog or Chihuahua?
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.
Chihuahua dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Border Collie vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Chihuahua Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Border Collie or Australian Cattle Dog or Chihuahua?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Border Collie bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Australian Cattle Dog bite force: Ordinary.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Chihuahua bite force: Weak.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Border Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Australian Cattle Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Chihuahua has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Border Collie vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Chihuahua mouthiness comparison:
Border Collie dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Australian Cattle Dog dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Chihuahua dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Border Collie vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Chihuahua Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Border Collie vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Chihuahua health comparison. Which is the healthier: Border Collie vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Chihuahua?
The Border Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Australian Cattle Dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Chihuahuas are commonly healthy dogs.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Border Collie vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Chihuahua? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Border Collie vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Chihuahua health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Collie Eye Anomaly
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Deafness
Collapsed Trachea
Heart Murmurs
Open Fontanel
Patellar Luxation
Pulmonic Stenosis
Hydrocephalus
Hypoglycemia
Shivering
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Border Collie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Australian Cattle Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Rare
The Chihuahua should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Life Expectancy
Border Collie vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Chihuahua lifespan comparison. How long do Border Collie, Australian Cattle Dog and Chihuahua breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Border Collie: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Australian Cattle Dog: 13 years
14-18 years
The average lifespan of Chihuahua: 16 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Border Collie vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Chihuahua?
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 Australian Cattle Dog can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers warm weather
Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates.
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Border Collie vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Chihuahua Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Border Collie vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Chihuahua Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Border Collie or Australian Cattle Dog or Chihuahua?
1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals. 1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. Recommended daily amount: 1/4 to 1/2 cups of high-quality dry food a day.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Border Collie vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Chihuahua weight gain potential comparison:
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 Australian Cattle Dog's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average: The Chihuahua has an average risk for obesity.
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Border Collie vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Chihuahua Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Border Collie vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Chihuahua coat comparison:
Dense
Feathered
Straight
Short
Moderately Long
Dense Fine
Colors
What are the original Border Collie, Australian Cattle Dog and Chihuahua color?
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
Red
Blue
Speckled
Mottled
Black
Tan
Red
Cream
Fawn
Chocolate
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Border Collie or Australian Cattle Dog or Chihuahua? Border Collie vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Chihuahua grooming comparison:
Average: The Border Collie requires average grooming effort.
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Effortless: The Australian Cattle Dog requires minimal grooming.
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Effortless: The Chihuahua requires minimal grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Border Collie or Australian Cattle Dog or Chihuahua? Border Collie or Australian Cattle Dog or {name3 shedding:
Border Collie dogs shed moderately.
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Australian Cattle Dog dogs shed moderately.
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Chihuahua dogs shed none to minimal.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Border Collie or Australian Cattle Dog or Chihuahua?
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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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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Hypoallergenic
Border Collie vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Chihuahua 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, Border Collie vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Chihuahua?

Medium

The Border Collie has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Australian Cattle Dog has an average chance of bad smell.

High 🔼

The Chihuahua has a high chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Border Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Australian Cattle Dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Chihuahua is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Border Collie vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Chihuahua Good With Comparison

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

Border Collie vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Chihuahua As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog
Which one could be a service dog?

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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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Border Collie or Australian Cattle Dog or Chihuahua? Which is better for autism?

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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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog
Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?

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.

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?

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.

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: Border Collie vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Chihuahua?

Not really

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

Australian Cattle Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Chihuahua 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.

Border Collie vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Chihuahua 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 Border Collie and Australian Cattle Dog and Chihuahua have?
4-8 puppies 1-7 puppies, average 5 2-4 puppies

Border Collie vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Chihuahua Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1995 as a Herding breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1980 as a Herding breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1904 as a Toy breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the 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. Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Chihuahueno section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
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
America's Pet Registry
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
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
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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