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Border Collie vs Canadian Eskimo Dog vs American Eskimo Dog Comparison - Dog breed selector: Sheepdog or Canadian Inuit Dog or American Spitz? Find the right dog for you

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Name Border Collie Canadian Eskimo Dog American Eskimo Dog
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Sheepdog
Scotch Sheep Dog
Canadian Inuit Dog
Esquimaux Dog
Exquimaux Husky
Qimmiq
American Spitz
Eskie
Eskimo Spitz
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Border Collie vs Canadian Eskimo Dog vs American Eskimo Dog breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Border Collie vs Canadian Eskimo Dog vs American Eskimo Dog Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Border Collie or Canadian Eskimo Dog or American Eskimo Dog? Which is the smallest dog, Border Collie or Canadian Eskimo Dog or American Eskimo Dog?
Large Large Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Border Collie or Canadian Eskimo Dog or Canadian Eskimo Dog? Border Collie vs Canadian Eskimo Dog vs American Eskimo Dog weight comparison:
Male: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg), Female: 27-42 pounds (12-19 kg) Male: 66-88 pounds (30-40 kg), Female: 40-66 pounds (18-30 kg) Toy: 6-10 pounds (3-5 kg)Standard: 18-35 pounds (8-16 kg), Miniature: 10-17 pounds (5-8 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: 77 pounds (35 kg), Female: 53 pounds (24 kg) Toy: 8 pounds (4 kg)Standard: 26.5 pounds (12 kg), Miniature: 13.5 pounds (6.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Border Collie or Canadian Eskimo Dog or American Eskimo Dog? Border Collie vs Canadian Eskimo Dog vs American Eskimo Dog height comparison:
Male: 19-22 inches (48-56 cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46-53 cm) Male: 24-29 inches (61-73 cm), Female: 27-29 inches (68-73 cm) Toy: 9-12 inches (22-30 cm)Standard: 15-20 inches (49-50 cm), Miniature: 12-15 inches (30-40 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: 26.5 inches (67 cm), Female: 28 inches (70.5 cm) Toy: 10.5 inches (26 cm)Standard: 17.5 inches (49.5 cm), Miniature: 13.5 inches (35 cm)

Border Collie vs Canadian Eskimo Dog vs American Eskimo Dog Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Border Collie or Canadian Eskimo Dog or American Eskimo Dog? Which is more expensive?
$600-$800 $1000-$1200 $600-$800
Availability
Which is easier to get, Border Collie or Canadian Eskimo Dog or American Eskimo Dog?
Very frequent: The Border Collie is quite easy to get.
Average: The Canadian Eskimo Dog is a commonly available dog breed.
Frequent: The American Eskimo Dog is easier than average to get.

Border Collie vs Canadian Eskimo Dog vs American Eskimo Dog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Border Collie vs Canadian Eskimo Dog vs American Eskimo Dog intelligence:
Outstanding: Border Collie is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Trainability
Border Collie vs Canadian Eskimo Dog vs American Eskimo Dog trainability comparison.
Border Collie dogs are easy to train.
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Canadian Eskimo Dog dogs are quite easy to train.
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American Eskimo Dog dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Border Collie or Canadian Eskimo Dog or American Eskimo Dog?
Border Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Canadian Eskimo Dog dogs are good watchdogs.
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American Eskimo Dog dogs are good watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Border Collie or Canadian Eskimo Dog or American Eskimo Dog? 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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Canadian Eskimo Dog dogs strongly protect their territory.
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American Eskimo Dog dogs are average defenders.
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Border Collie vs Canadian Eskimo Dog vs American Eskimo Dog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Border Collie or Canadian Eskimo Dog or American Eskimo Dog? Border Collie vs Canadian Eskimo Dog vs American Eskimo Dog behavior/temperament comparison:
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Responsive
Loyal
Tenacious
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Loyal
Brave
Tough
Independent
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
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: Canadian Eskimo Dog 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: Border Collie vs Canadian Eskimo Dog vs American Eskimo Dog?
High: Border Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: Canadian Eskimo Dog dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: American Eskimo Dog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Border Collie vs Canadian Eskimo Dog vs American Eskimo Dog social needs comparison:
Border Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Canadian Eskimo Dog dogs are kinda antisocial.
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American Eskimo Dog 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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Canadian Eskimo Dog dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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American Eskimo Dog 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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Canadian Eskimo 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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American Eskimo 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 vs Canadian Eskimo Dog vs American Eskimo Dog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

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

Border Collie vs Canadian Eskimo Dog vs American Eskimo Dog 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: Canadian Eskimo Dog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Average: American Eskimo Dog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Border Collie or Canadian Eskimo Dog or American Eskimo Dog?
Border Collie dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Canadian Eskimo Dog dogs handle alone time quite well.
American Eskimo Dog dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Border Collie vs Canadian Eskimo Dog vs American Eskimo Dog Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Border Collie or Canadian Eskimo Dog or American Eskimo Dog?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Border Collie bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Canadian Eskimo Dog bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

American Eskimo Dog bite force: Ordinary.
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 Canadian Eskimo Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

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

Health Issues
Border Collie vs Canadian Eskimo Dog vs American Eskimo Dog health comparison. Which is the healthier: Border Collie vs Canadian Eskimo Dog vs American Eskimo Dog?
The Border Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Canadian Eskimo Dogs tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
The American Eskimo Dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Border Collie vs Canadian Eskimo Dog vs American Eskimo Dog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Border Collie vs Canadian Eskimo Dog vs American Eskimo Dog health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Collie Eye Anomaly
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Bloat
Arthritis
Heatstroke
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Legg-perthes Disease
Patellar Luxation
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Diabetes
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.
Frequent
The Canadian Eskimo Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Average
The American Eskimo Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Border Collie vs Canadian Eskimo Dog vs American Eskimo Dog lifespan comparison. How long do Border Collie, Canadian Eskimo Dog and American Eskimo Dog breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Border Collie: 13 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Canadian Eskimo Dog: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of American Eskimo Dog: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Border Collie vs Canadian Eskimo Dog vs American Eskimo Dog?
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 Canadian Eskimo Dog can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers cold weather
The American Eskimo Dog can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Border Collie vs Canadian Eskimo Dog vs American Eskimo Dog Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Border Collie or Canadian Eskimo Dog or American Eskimo Dog? Border Collie vs Canadian Eskimo Dog vs American Eskimo Dog energy level comparison:
Border Collie dogs are high-energy dogs.
Canadian Eskimo Dog dogs are high-energy dogs.
American Eskimo Dog dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Border Collie vs Canadian Eskimo Dog vs American Eskimo Dog exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Border Collie or Canadian Eskimo Dog or American Eskimo Dog? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Border Collie dogs need a lot of exercises.
Canadian Eskimo Dog dogs need a lot of exercises.
American Eskimo Dog dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Border Collie or Canadian Eskimo Dog or American Eskimo Dog?
Border Collie dogs don't need too much sleep.
Canadian Eskimo Dog dogs don't need too much sleep.
American Eskimo Dog dogs don't need too much sleep.

Border Collie vs Canadian Eskimo Dog vs American Eskimo Dog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

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

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Border Collie vs Canadian Eskimo Dog vs American Eskimo Dog coat comparison:
Dense
Feathered
Straight
Short
Moderately Long
Dense Fluffy
Colors
What are the original Border Collie, Canadian Eskimo Dog and American Eskimo Dog 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
Black
Red
White
Liver
Grey
White
Biscuit
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Border Collie or Canadian Eskimo Dog or American Eskimo Dog? Border Collie vs Canadian Eskimo Dog vs American Eskimo Dog grooming comparison:
Average: The Border Collie requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Canadian Eskimo Dog requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The American Eskimo Dog requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Border Collie or Canadian Eskimo Dog or American Eskimo Dog? Border Collie or Canadian Eskimo Dog or {name3 shedding:
Border Collie dogs shed moderately.
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Canadian Eskimo Dog dogs shed moderately.
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American Eskimo Dog dogs are heavy shedders.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Border Collie or Canadian Eskimo Dog or American Eskimo Dog?
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 Canadian Eskimo Dog vs American Eskimo Dog 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 Canadian Eskimo Dog vs American Eskimo Dog?

Medium

The Border Collie has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Canadian Eskimo Dog has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The American Eskimo Dog has an average 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 Canadian Eskimo Dog is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The American Eskimo Dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Border Collie vs Canadian Eskimo Dog vs American Eskimo Dog Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Border Collie dogs are generally with other pets.
Canadian Eskimo Dog dogs are generally with other pets.
American Eskimo Dog dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Border Collie or Canadian Eskimo Dog or American Eskimo Dog? Which dog is more friendly?
Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Canadian Eskimo Dog dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
American Eskimo Dog dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Border Collie or Canadian Eskimo Dog or American Eskimo Dog?
Border Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Canadian Eskimo Dog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
American Eskimo Dog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Border Collie or Canadian Eskimo Dog or American Eskimo Dog?
Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Canadian Eskimo Dog dogs are average friendly towards cats.
American Eskimo Dog dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Border Collie or Canadian Eskimo Dog or American Eskimo Dog?
Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Canadian Eskimo Dog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
American Eskimo Dog dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Border Collie vs Canadian Eskimo Dog vs American Eskimo Dog?
Yes
Border Collie dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Canadian Eskimo Dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
American Eskimo Dog 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
Canadian Eskimo Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
American Eskimo Dog 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.
Canadian Eskimo Dogs are usually recommended for elderly people.
American Eskimo Dogs are usually recommended for elderly people.

Border Collie vs Canadian Eskimo Dog vs American Eskimo Dog 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 Canadian Eskimo Dog or American Eskimo Dog? 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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Not really

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

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 Canadian Eskimo Dog vs American Eskimo Dog?

Not really

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

Canadian Eskimo Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

American Eskimo Dog 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 Canadian Eskimo Dog vs American Eskimo Dog 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 Canadian Eskimo Dog and American Eskimo Dog have?
4-8 puppies 3-8 puppies 4-6 puppies

Border Collie vs Canadian Eskimo Dog vs American Eskimo Dog Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1995 as a Herding breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1994 as a Non-Sporting 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 Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Sledge Dogs section. Not recognized by FCI.
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
No data available American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

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