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Border Collie vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Smooth Fox Terrier Comparison - Dog breed selector: Sheepdog or Chilean Terrier or Foxie? Find the right dog for you

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Name Border Collie Chilean Fox Terrier Smooth Fox Terrier
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Group Pastoral / Herding Dogs Hunting Dogs Hunting Dogs
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Sheepdog
Scotch Sheep Dog
Chilean Terrier
Ratonero
Chilean Rat Terrier
Foxie
Smooth Fox Terrier
Fox Terrier
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Border Collie vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Smooth Fox Terrier breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Border Collie vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Smooth Fox Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Border Collie or Chilean Fox Terrier or Smooth Fox Terrier? Which is the smallest dog, Border Collie or Chilean Fox Terrier or Smooth Fox Terrier?
Large Small Small
Weight
Which is heavier, Border Collie or Chilean Fox Terrier or Chilean Fox Terrier? Border Collie vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Smooth Fox Terrier weight comparison:
Male: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg), Female: 27-42 pounds (12-19 kg) Male: 13-18 pounds (6-8 kg), Female: 11-15 pounds (5-7 kg) Male: 15-20 pounds (7-9 kg), Female: 13-18 pounds (6-8 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: 15.5 pounds (7 kg), Female: 13 pounds (6 kg) Male: 17.5 pounds (8 kg), Female: 15.5 pounds (7 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Border Collie or Chilean Fox Terrier or Smooth Fox Terrier? Border Collie vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Smooth Fox Terrier height comparison:
Male: 19-22 inches (48-56 cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46-53 cm) Male: 12-15 inches (30-38 cm), Female: 11-14 inches (28-36 cm) Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 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: 13.5 inches (34 cm), Female: 12.5 inches (32 cm) Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm)

Border Collie vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Smooth Fox Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Border Collie or Chilean Fox Terrier or Smooth Fox Terrier? Which is more expensive?
$600-$800 $400-$500 $700-$1200
Availability
Which is easier to get, Border Collie or Chilean Fox Terrier or Smooth Fox Terrier?
Very frequent: The Border Collie is quite easy to get.
Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.
Frequent: The Smooth Fox Terrier is easier than average to get.

Border Collie vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Smooth Fox Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Border Collie vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Smooth Fox Terrier intelligence:
Outstanding: Border Collie is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Very smart: Chilean Fox Terrier is an excellent dog breed.
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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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Trainability
Border Collie vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Smooth Fox Terrier trainability comparison.
Border Collie dogs are easy to train.
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Chilean Fox Terrier dogs are easy to train.
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Smooth Fox Terrier dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Border Collie or Chilean Fox Terrier or Smooth Fox Terrier?
Border Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Chilean Fox Terrier dogs are good watchdogs.
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Smooth Fox Terrier dogs are average watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Border Collie or Chilean Fox Terrier or Smooth Fox Terrier? 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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Chilean Fox Terrier dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Smooth Fox Terrier dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Border Collie vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Smooth Fox Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Border Collie or Chilean Fox Terrier or Smooth Fox Terrier? Border Collie vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Smooth Fox Terrier behavior/temperament comparison:
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Responsive
Loyal
Tenacious
Affectionate
Loyal
Active
Playful
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Fearless
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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Chilean Fox Terrier dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Smooth Fox Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Border Collie vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Smooth Fox Terrier?
High: Border Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: Chilean Fox Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: Smooth Fox Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Border Collie vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Smooth Fox Terrier social needs comparison:
Border Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Chilean Fox Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Smooth Fox Terrier 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 Chilean Fox Terrier is strong enough to escape from home.
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Smooth Fox Terrier dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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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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Chilean Fox Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Smooth Fox Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Border Collie vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Smooth Fox Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Border Collie vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Smooth Fox Terrier playfulness comparison:
The Border Collie is a highly playful breed.
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The Chilean Fox Terrier is a playful breed.
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The Smooth Fox Terrier is a highly playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Border Collie vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Smooth Fox Terrier?
Low to Average: The Border Collie rarely barks.
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Average to High: The Chilean Fox Terrier is a vocal breed.
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Average: The Smooth Fox Terrier barks occasionally.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Border Collie or Chilean Fox Terrier or Smooth Fox Terrier?
It is not recommended to keep the Border Collie breed in the home.
Apartment-friendly dog the Chilean Fox Terrier breed.
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 Smooth Fox Terrier indoors.

Border Collie vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Smooth Fox Terrier 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.
Chilean Fox Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Smooth Fox Terrier 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 Chilean Fox Terrier or Smooth Fox Terrier?
Border Collie dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Chilean Fox Terrier dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Smooth Fox Terrier dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Border Collie vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Smooth Fox Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Border Collie or Chilean Fox Terrier or Smooth Fox Terrier?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Border Collie bite force: Ordinary.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Chilean Fox Terrier bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Smooth Fox Terrier 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 Chilean Fox Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Smooth Fox Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Border Collie vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Smooth Fox Terrier mouthiness comparison:
Border Collie dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Chilean Fox Terrier dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Smooth Fox Terrier dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Border Collie vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Smooth Fox Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Border Collie vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Smooth Fox Terrier health comparison. Which is the healthier: Border Collie vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Smooth Fox Terrier?
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 Smooth Fox Terrier 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 Chilean Fox Terrier vs Smooth Fox Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Border Collie vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Smooth Fox Terrier health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Collie Eye Anomaly
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
No data available Cataracts
Legg-perthes Disease
Patellar Luxation
Deafness
Distichiasis
Lens Luxation
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.
Rare
The Chilean Fox Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Average
The Smooth Fox Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Border Collie vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Smooth Fox Terrier lifespan comparison. How long do Border Collie, Chilean Fox Terrier and Smooth Fox Terrier breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Border Collie: 13 years
14-16 years
The average lifespan of Chilean Fox Terrier: 15 years
13-15 years
The average lifespan of Smooth Fox Terrier: 14 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Border Collie vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Smooth Fox Terrier?
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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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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Border Collie vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Smooth Fox Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Border Collie vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Smooth Fox Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Border Collie or Chilean Fox Terrier or Smooth Fox Terrier?
1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals. 1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1 to 2 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 Chilean Fox Terrier vs Smooth Fox Terrier weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The Border Collie has an average risk for obesity.
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Low: The Chilean Fox Terrier has good luck with genetics.
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Low to Average: The Smooth Fox Terrier has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Border Collie vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Smooth Fox Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Border Collie vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Smooth Fox Terrier coat comparison:
Dense
Feathered
Straight
Short
Moderately Long
Tight
Lustrous
Smooth
Double
Colors
What are the original Border Collie, Chilean Fox Terrier and Smooth Fox Terrier 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
White
Black & Tan
Blue & Tan
Brown & Tan
Black
Red
White
Brown
Black & Tan
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Border Collie or Chilean Fox Terrier or Smooth Fox Terrier? Border Collie vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Smooth Fox Terrier grooming comparison:
Average: The Border Collie requires average grooming effort.
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Effortless: The Chilean Fox Terrier requires minimal grooming.
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Easy to groom: The Smooth Fox Terrier doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Border Collie or Chilean Fox Terrier or Smooth Fox Terrier? Border Collie or Chilean Fox Terrier or {name3 shedding:
Border Collie dogs shed moderately.
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Chilean Fox Terrier dogs shed above average.
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Smooth Fox Terrier dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Border Collie or Chilean Fox Terrier or Smooth Fox Terrier?
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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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 Chilean Fox Terrier vs Smooth Fox Terrier 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 Chilean Fox Terrier vs Smooth Fox Terrier?

Medium

The Border Collie has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Chilean Fox Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Smooth Fox Terrier 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 Chilean Fox Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Smooth Fox Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Border Collie vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Smooth Fox Terrier Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Border Collie dogs are generally with other pets.
Chilean Fox Terrier dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Smooth Fox Terrier dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Border Collie or Chilean Fox Terrier or Smooth Fox Terrier? Which dog is more friendly?
Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Chilean Fox Terrier dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Smooth Fox Terrier dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Border Collie or Chilean Fox Terrier or Smooth Fox Terrier?
Border Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Chilean Fox Terrier dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Smooth Fox Terrier dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Border Collie or Chilean Fox Terrier or Smooth Fox Terrier?
Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Chilean Fox Terrier dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Smooth Fox Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Border Collie or Chilean Fox Terrier or Smooth Fox Terrier?
Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Chilean Fox Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Smooth Fox Terrier 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 Chilean Fox Terrier vs Smooth Fox Terrier?
Yes
Border Collie dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Chilean Fox Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Smooth Fox Terrier 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
Chilean Fox Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Smooth Fox Terrier 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.
Chilean Fox Terriers are commonly okay with elderly people.
Smooth Fox Terriers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Border Collie vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Smooth Fox Terrier 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 Chilean Fox Terrier or Smooth Fox Terrier? Which is better for autism?

Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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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 Chilean Fox Terrier vs Smooth Fox Terrier?

Not really

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

Chilean Fox Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Smooth Fox Terrier 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 Chilean Fox Terrier vs Smooth Fox Terrier 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 Chilean Fox Terrier and Smooth Fox Terrier have?
4-8 puppies 6-7 puppies 3-6 puppies

Border Collie vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Smooth Fox Terrier 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 1885 as a Terrier 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. Not recognized by FCI. 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
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
Club Espanol De Terriers

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