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Border Collie vs Bull Terrier vs Labrador Retriever Comparison - Dog breed selector: Sheepdog or Bully or Lab? Find the right dog for you

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Name Border Collie Bull Terrier Labrador Retriever
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Border Collie, Bull Terrier, and Labrador Retriever breeds.
Sheepdog
Scotch Sheep Dog
Bully
Gladiator
English Bull Terrier
Lab
Labrador
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Border Collie, Bull Terrier, and Labrador Retriever? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Border Collie vs Bull Terrier vs Labrador Retriever Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Border Collie, Bull Terrier, and Labrador Retriever. Which breed is the largest?
Large Medium Large
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Border Collie, Bull Terrier, and Labrador Retriever? Compare adult weight ranges.
Male: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg), Female: 27-42 pounds (12-19 kg) Male: 55-80 pounds (25-36 kg), Female: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg) Male: 60-75 pounds (27-34kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 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: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg) Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Border Collie or Bull Terrier or Labrador Retriever? Border Collie vs Bull Terrier vs Labrador Retriever height comparison:
Male: 19-22 inches (48-56 cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46-53 cm) Male: 22-24 inches (56-60 cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm) Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 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: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm) Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm)

Border Collie vs Bull Terrier vs Labrador Retriever Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Border Collie, Bull Terrier, and Labrador Retriever. Find price differences between these breeds.
$600-$800 $1200-$1500 $1000-$2000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Border Collie or Bull Terrier or Labrador Retriever?
Very frequent: The Border Collie is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Bull Terrier is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Labrador Retriever is quite easy to get.

Border Collie vs Bull Terrier vs Labrador Retriever Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Border Collie, Bull Terrier, and Labrador Retriever. Which breed ranks highest?
Outstanding: Border Collie is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Smart: The Bull Terrier dogs have great intelligence.
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Outstanding: Labrador Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Border Collie, Bull Terrier, and Labrador Retriever. Which is easiest to train?
Border Collie dogs are easy to train.
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Bull Terrier dogs are easy to train.
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Labrador Retriever dogs are very easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Border Collie, Bull Terrier, and Labrador Retriever. Which breed is most alert?
Border Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Bull Terrier dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Labrador Retriever dogs are average watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Border Collie, Bull Terrier, and Labrador Retriever. Which breed is most protective?
Border Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Bull Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Labrador Retriever dogs are average defenders.
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Border Collie vs Bull Terrier vs Labrador Retriever Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Border Collie, Bull Terrier, and Labrador Retriever? Compare temperaments.
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Responsive
Loyal
Tenacious
Active
Protective
Tempered
Sweet
Trainable
Keen
Playful
Loving
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Social
Cheerful
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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Sensitive: Bull Terrier dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Sensitive: Labrador Retriever 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 Bull Terrier vs Labrador Retriever?
High: Border Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: Bull Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Slightly Below Average: Labrador Retriever dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence.
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Social Needs
Border Collie vs Bull Terrier vs Labrador Retriever social needs comparison:
Border Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Bull Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Labrador Retriever 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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Bull Terrier dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Labrador Retriever 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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Bull Terrier dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Labrador Retriever dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Border Collie vs Bull Terrier vs Labrador Retriever Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Border Collie, Bull Terrier, and Labrador Retriever. Which breed is most vocal?
Low to Average: The Border Collie rarely barks.
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Low to Average: The Bull Terrier rarely barks.
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Average: The Labrador Retriever barks occasionally.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Border Collie, Bull Terrier, and Labrador Retriever. Which breed is most playful?
The Border Collie is a highly playful breed.
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The Bull Terrier is a highly playful breed.
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The Labrador Retriever is a highly playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Border Collie, Bull Terrier, and Labrador Retriever. Which adapts best to small spaces?
It is not recommended to keep the Border Collie breed in the home.
Apartment-friendly dog the Bull Terrier breed.
It is not recommended to keep the Labrador Retriever breed in the home.

Border Collie vs Bull Terrier vs Labrador Retriever Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Border Collie, Bull Terrier, and Labrador Retriever. Which breed is most flexible?
Border Collie dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Bull Terrier dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Labrador Retriever dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Border Collie or Bull Terrier or Labrador Retriever?
Border Collie dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Bull Terrier dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Labrador Retriever dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Border Collie vs Bull Terrier vs Labrador Retriever Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Border Collie, Bull Terrier, and Labrador Retriever. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The Border Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Bull Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.

Moderate

The Labrador Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Border Collie, Bull Terrier, and Labrador Retriever. 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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Bull Terrier dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Labrador Retriever dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Border Collie, Bull Terrier, and Labrador Retriever. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Border Collie bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Bull Terrier bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Labrador Retriever bite force: Ordinary.

Border Collie vs Bull Terrier vs Labrador Retriever Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Border Collie, Bull Terrier, and Labrador Retriever. Which breed lives longest?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Border Collie: 13 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Bull Terrier: 11 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Labrador Retriever: 11 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Border Collie, Bull Terrier, and Labrador Retriever. 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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Prefers warm weather
Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates.
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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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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Border Collie, Bull Terrier, and Labrador Retriever. 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.
Very healthy dog breed.
The Labrador Retriever 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 Border Collie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Rare
The Bull Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Average
The Labrador Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Border Collie vs Bull Terrier vs Labrador Retriever? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Border Collie vs Bull Terrier vs Labrador Retriever health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Collie Eye Anomaly
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Heart Murmurs
Deafness
Hereditary Nephritis
Lens Luxation
Spinning
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Epilepsy
Ear Infections
Elbow Dysplasia
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia
Acute Moist Dermatitis
Cold Tail
Myopathy

Border Collie vs Bull Terrier vs Labrador Retriever Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Border Collie vs Bull Terrier vs Labrador Retriever Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Border Collie, Bull Terrier, and Labrador Retriever. Which is most prone to obesity?
Average: The Border Collie has an average risk for obesity.
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High: The Bull Terrier breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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High: The Labrador Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Border Collie, Bull Terrier, and Labrador Retriever. Which needs most food?
1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals. 2.5 to 3.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals. Recommended daily amount: 2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

Border Collie vs Bull Terrier vs Labrador Retriever Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Border Collie, Bull Terrier, and Labrador Retriever. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Border Collie, Bull Terrier, and Labrador Retriever. 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
White
Brown
Brindle
Tricolor
Black
Yellow
Chocolate
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Border Collie, Bull Terrier, and Labrador Retriever. Which requires most maintenance?
Average: The Border Collie requires average grooming effort.
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Effortless: The Bull Terrier requires minimal grooming.
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Effortless: The Labrador Retriever requires minimal grooming.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Border Collie, Bull Terrier, and Labrador Retriever. Which drools least?
The Border Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Bull Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Labrador Retriever is an average drooler.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Border Collie, Bull Terrier, and Labrador Retriever. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The Border Collie has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Bull Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.

High 🔼

The Labrador Retriever has a high chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Border Collie, Bull Terrier, and Labrador Retriever. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Dense
Feathered
Straight
Short
Moderately Long
Dense
Smooth
Dense
Waterproof
Hard
Short
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Border Collie, Bull Terrier, and Labrador Retriever. 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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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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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Border Collie or Bull Terrier or Labrador Retriever? Border Collie or Bull Terrier or {name3 shedding:
Border Collie dogs shed moderately.
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Bull Terrier dogs shed moderately.
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Labrador Retriever dogs shed moderately.
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Border Collie vs Bull Terrier vs Labrador Retriever Good With Comparison

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

Border Collie vs Bull Terrier vs Labrador Retriever As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Border Collie, Bull Terrier, and Labrador Retriever. 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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Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Border Collie, Bull Terrier, and Labrador Retriever. 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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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Border Collie, Bull Terrier, and Labrador Retriever. 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.

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
Search & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Border Collie, Bull Terrier, and Labrador Retriever. 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.

Yes

This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Border Collie, Bull Terrier, and Labrador Retriever. 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

Bull Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Yes

Labrador Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Border Collie, Bull Terrier, and Labrador Retriever. 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, Bull Terrier, and Labrador Retriever. Which has most military use?

Not really

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

Yes

In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Not really

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

Border Collie vs Bull Terrier vs Labrador Retriever Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Border Collie, Bull Terrier, and Labrador Retriever. Which has most puppies?
4-8 puppies 1-9 puppies, average 5 5-10 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Border Collie, Bull Terrier, and Labrador Retriever. Any breeding differences?
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Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Border Collie, Bull Terrier, and Labrador Retriever. 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 Bull Terrier vs Labrador Retriever Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Border Collie, Bull Terrier, and Labrador Retriever. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1995 as a Herding breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Terrier breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1917 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Border Collie, Bull Terrier, and Labrador Retriever. How are they classified internationally?
Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Bull type Terriers section. Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Border Collie, Bull Terrier, and Labrador Retriever. 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
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
Canadian Canine Registry

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