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Border Collie vs Belgian Tervuren vs Berger Blanc Suisse Comparison - Dog breed selector: Sheepdog or Tervuren or Pastore Svizzero Bianco? Find the right dog for you

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Name Border Collie Belgian Tervuren Berger Blanc Suisse
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Group Pastoral / Herding Dogs Pastoral / Herding Dogs Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Border Collie, Belgian Tervuren, and Berger Blanc Suisse breeds.
Sheepdog
Scotch Sheep Dog
Tervuren Pastore Svizzero Bianco
Weisser Schweizer Schäferhund
White Swiss Shepherd Dog
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Border Collie, Belgian Tervuren, and Berger Blanc Suisse? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Border Collie vs Belgian Tervuren vs Berger Blanc Suisse Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Border Collie, Belgian Tervuren, and Berger Blanc Suisse. Which breed is the largest?
Large Large Large
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Border Collie, Belgian Tervuren, and Berger Blanc Suisse? Compare adult weight ranges.
Male: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg), Female: 27-42 pounds (12-19 kg) Male: 65-75 pounds (29-34 kg), Female: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg) Male: 66–88 lbs (30–40 kg), Female: 55–77 lbs (25–35 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Female: 34.5 pounds (15.5 kg) Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29.5 kg) Male: 77 lbs (35 kg), Female: 66 lbs (30 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Border Collie or Belgian Tervuren or Berger Blanc Suisse? Border Collie vs Belgian Tervuren vs Berger Blanc Suisse height comparison:
Male: 19-22 inches (48-56 cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46-53 cm) Male: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (56-61 cm) Male: 24–26 inch (60–66 cm), Female: 22–24 inch (55–61 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: 25 inches (63.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm) Male: 25 inch (63 cm), Female: 23 inch (58 cm)

Border Collie vs Belgian Tervuren vs Berger Blanc Suisse Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Border Collie, Belgian Tervuren, and Berger Blanc Suisse. Find price differences between these breeds.
$600-$800 $1200-$1400 $2500-$3000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Border Collie or Belgian Tervuren or Berger Blanc Suisse?
Very frequent: The Border Collie is quite easy to get.
Frequent: The Belgian Tervuren is easier than average to get.
Average: The Berger Blanc Suisse is a commonly available dog breed.

Border Collie vs Belgian Tervuren vs Berger Blanc Suisse Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Border Collie, Belgian Tervuren, and Berger Blanc Suisse. Which breed ranks highest?
Outstanding: Border Collie is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Very smart: Belgian Tervuren is an excellent dog breed.
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Smart: The Berger Blanc Suisse dogs have great intelligence.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Border Collie, Belgian Tervuren, and Berger Blanc Suisse. Which is easiest to train?
Border Collie dogs are easy to train.
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Belgian Tervuren dogs are very easy to train.
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Berger Blanc Suisse dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Border Collie, Belgian Tervuren, and Berger Blanc Suisse. Which breed is most alert?
Border Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Belgian Tervuren dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Berger Blanc Suisse dogs are good watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Border Collie, Belgian Tervuren, and Berger Blanc Suisse. Which breed is most protective?
Border Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Belgian Tervuren dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Berger Blanc Suisse dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Border Collie vs Belgian Tervuren vs Berger Blanc Suisse Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Border Collie, Belgian Tervuren, and Berger Blanc Suisse? Compare temperaments.
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Responsive
Loyal
Tenacious
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Loyal
Attentive
Active
Intelligent
Patient
Gentle
Strong
Easygoing
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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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Border Collie vs Belgian Tervuren vs Berger Blanc Suisse?
High: Border Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: Belgian Tervuren dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: Berger Blanc Suisse dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Border Collie vs Belgian Tervuren vs Berger Blanc Suisse social needs comparison:
Border Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Belgian Tervuren dogs are a social breed.
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Berger Blanc Suisse 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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Belgian Tervuren dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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Berger Blanc Suisse dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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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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Belgian Tervuren dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Their prey drive is low.
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Border Collie vs Belgian Tervuren vs Berger Blanc Suisse Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Border Collie, Belgian Tervuren, and Berger Blanc Suisse. Which breed is most vocal?
Low to Average: The Border Collie rarely barks.
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A lot: Belgian Tervuren is a particularly loud breed.
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Average to High: The Berger Blanc Suisse is a vocal breed.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Border Collie, Belgian Tervuren, and Berger Blanc Suisse. Which breed is most playful?
The Border Collie is a highly playful breed.
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The Belgian Tervuren is a highly playful breed.
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The Berger Blanc Suisse is a playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Border Collie, Belgian Tervuren, and Berger Blanc Suisse. Which adapts best to small spaces?
It is not recommended to keep the Border Collie breed in the home.
It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Belgian Tervuren indoors.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Berger Blanc Suisse breed.

Border Collie vs Belgian Tervuren vs Berger Blanc Suisse Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Border Collie, Belgian Tervuren, and Berger Blanc Suisse. Which breed is most flexible?
Border Collie dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Belgian Tervuren dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Berger Blanc Suisse dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Border Collie or Belgian Tervuren or Berger Blanc Suisse?
Border Collie dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Belgian Tervuren dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.
Berger Blanc Suisse dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Border Collie vs Belgian Tervuren vs Berger Blanc Suisse Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Border Collie, Belgian Tervuren, and Berger Blanc Suisse. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The Border Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Belgian Tervuren has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Berger Blanc Suisse has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Border Collie, Belgian Tervuren, and Berger Blanc Suisse. Which uses mouth most during play?
Border Collie dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Belgian Tervuren dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Berger Blanc Suisse 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 Border Collie, Belgian Tervuren, and Berger Blanc Suisse. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Border Collie bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Belgian Tervuren bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Berger Blanc Suisse bite force: Ordinary.

Border Collie vs Belgian Tervuren vs Berger Blanc Suisse Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Border Collie, Belgian Tervuren, and Berger Blanc Suisse. Which breed lives longest?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Border Collie: 13 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Belgian Tervuren: 13 years
11-13 years
The average lifespan of Berger Blanc Suisse: 12 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Border Collie, Belgian Tervuren, and Berger Blanc Suisse. Which handles climate changes best?
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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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Berger Blanc Suisse 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 Border Collie, Belgian Tervuren, and Berger Blanc Suisse. Which has fewer health issues?
The Border Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Belgian Tervuren is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Berger Blanc Suisses tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Vet Care Frequency
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 Belgian Tervuren should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Frequent
The Berger Blanc Suisse should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Border Collie vs Belgian Tervuren vs Berger Blanc Suisse? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Border Collie vs Belgian Tervuren vs Berger Blanc Suisse health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Collie Eye Anomaly
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
No data available Allergies
Bloat
Joint Dysplasia

Border Collie vs Belgian Tervuren vs Berger Blanc Suisse Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Border Collie, Belgian Tervuren, and Berger Blanc Suisse. Which breed is most active?
Border Collie dogs are high-energy dogs.
Belgian Tervuren dogs are high-energy dogs.
Berger Blanc Suisse dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Border Collie vs Belgian Tervuren vs Berger Blanc Suisse exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Border Collie or Belgian Tervuren or Berger Blanc Suisse? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Border Collie dogs need a lot of exercises.
Belgian Tervuren dogs need a lot of exercises.
Berger Blanc Suisse dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Border Collie or Belgian Tervuren or Berger Blanc Suisse?
Border Collie dogs don't need too much sleep.
Belgian Tervuren dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Berger Blanc Suisse dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.

Border Collie vs Belgian Tervuren vs Berger Blanc Suisse Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Border Collie, Belgian Tervuren, and Berger Blanc Suisse. Which is most prone to obesity?
Average: The Border Collie has an average risk for obesity.
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Low to Average: The Belgian Tervuren has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Berger Blanc Suisse has an average risk for obesity.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Border Collie, Belgian Tervuren, and Berger Blanc Suisse. Which needs most food?
1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals. 2 to 3 cups of a high-quality dog food a day. 2.5 to 3.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.

Border Collie vs Belgian Tervuren vs Berger Blanc Suisse Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Border Collie, Belgian Tervuren, and Berger Blanc Suisse. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Border Collie, Belgian Tervuren, and Berger Blanc Suisse. What colors are available?
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
Cream
Fawn
Brindle
White
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Border Collie, Belgian Tervuren, and Berger Blanc Suisse. Which requires most maintenance?
Average: The Border Collie requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Belgian Tervuren requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Berger Blanc Suisse requires average grooming effort.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Border Collie, Belgian Tervuren, and Berger Blanc Suisse. Which drools least?
The Border Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Belgian Tervuren is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Berger Blanc Suisse is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Border Collie, Belgian Tervuren, and Berger Blanc Suisse. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The Border Collie has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Belgian Tervuren has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Berger Blanc Suisse has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Border Collie, Belgian Tervuren, and Berger Blanc Suisse. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Dense
Feathered
Straight
Short
Moderately Long
Thick
Double
Dense
Straight
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Border Collie, Belgian Tervuren, and Berger Blanc Suisse. Which requires most frequent baths?
6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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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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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 Border Collie or Belgian Tervuren or Berger Blanc Suisse? Border Collie or Belgian Tervuren or {name3 shedding:
Border Collie dogs shed moderately.
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Belgian Tervuren dogs shed moderately.
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Berger Blanc Suisse dogs are heavy shedders.
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Border Collie vs Belgian Tervuren vs Berger Blanc Suisse Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Border Collie, Belgian Tervuren, and Berger Blanc Suisse. Which is best with kids?
Border Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Belgian Tervuren dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Berger Blanc Suisse dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Border Collie dogs are generally with other pets.
Belgian Tervuren dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Berger Blanc Suisse dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Border Collie or Belgian Tervuren or Berger Blanc Suisse? Which dog is more friendly?
Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Belgian Tervuren dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Berger Blanc Suisse dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Border Collie or Belgian Tervuren or Berger Blanc Suisse?
Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Belgian Tervuren dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Berger Blanc Suisse dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Border Collie or Belgian Tervuren or Berger Blanc Suisse?
Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Belgian Tervuren dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Berger Blanc Suisse dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Border Collie vs Belgian Tervuren vs Berger Blanc Suisse?
Yes
Border Collie dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Belgian Tervuren dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Berger Blanc Suisse 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
Belgian Tervuren is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Berger Blanc Suisse 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.
Belgian Tervurens are usually recommended for elderly people.
Berger Blanc Suisses are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Border Collie vs Belgian Tervuren vs Berger Blanc Suisse As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Border Collie, Belgian Tervuren, and Berger Blanc Suisse. Which is best suited for service work?

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 Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Border Collie, Belgian Tervuren, and Berger Blanc Suisse. Which excels in therapy work?

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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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Border Collie, Belgian Tervuren, and Berger Blanc Suisse. Which has best nose work ability?

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 & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Border Collie, Belgian Tervuren, and Berger Blanc Suisse. Which is best for SAR work?

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.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Border Collie, Belgian Tervuren, and Berger Blanc Suisse. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

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

Belgian Tervuren breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Berger Blanc Suisse breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Border Collie, Belgian Tervuren, and Berger Blanc Suisse. 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 Border Collie, Belgian Tervuren, and Berger Blanc Suisse. 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.

Border Collie vs Belgian Tervuren vs Berger Blanc Suisse Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Border Collie, Belgian Tervuren, and Berger Blanc Suisse. Which has most puppies?
4-8 puppies 6-10 puppies 6-8 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Border Collie, Belgian Tervuren, and Berger Blanc Suisse. Any breeding differences?
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Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Border Collie, Belgian Tervuren, and Berger Blanc Suisse. 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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Border Collie vs Belgian Tervuren vs Berger Blanc Suisse Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Border Collie, Belgian Tervuren, and Berger Blanc Suisse. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1995 as a Herding breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1959 as a Herding breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Border Collie, Belgian Tervuren, and Berger Blanc Suisse. How are they classified internationally?
Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section. Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Border Collie, Belgian Tervuren, and Berger Blanc Suisse. Which has most recognition?
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
No data available Dog Registry of America Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
National Kennel Club

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