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Border Collie vs Cockapoo vs Brittany Comparison - Dog breed selector: Sheepdog or Cockerdoodle or American Brittany? Find the right dog for you

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Name Border Collie Cockapoo Brittany
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Sheepdog
Scotch Sheep Dog
Cockerdoodle
Spoodle
Cockerpoo
American Brittany
Brittany Spaniel
Epagneul Breton
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Border Collie vs Cockapoo vs Brittany breed type comparison:
Purebred Cross Breed Purebred

Border Collie vs Cockapoo vs Brittany Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Border Collie or Cockapoo or Brittany? Which is the smallest dog, Border Collie or Cockapoo or Brittany?
Large Small Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Border Collie or Cockapoo or Cockapoo? Border Collie vs Cockapoo vs Brittany weight comparison:
Male: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg), Female: 27-42 pounds (12-19 kg) 12-24 pounds (5.4-11 kg) Male: 35-40 pounds (16-18 kg), Females: 30-40 pounds (14-18 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Female: 34.5 pounds (15.5 kg) 18 pounds (5.7.5 kg) Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Females: 35 pounds (16 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Border Collie or Cockapoo or Brittany? Border Collie vs Cockapoo vs Brittany height comparison:
Male: 19-22 inches (48-56 cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46-53 cm) 10-15 inches (25-38 cm) Male: 17-21 inches (43-53 cm), Female: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 20.5 inches (52 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (49.5 cm) 12.5 inches (31.5 cm) Male: 19 inches (48 cm), Female: 19 inches (48.5 cm)

Border Collie vs Cockapoo vs Brittany Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Border Collie or Cockapoo or Brittany? Which is more expensive?
$600-$800 $900-$1100 $700-$800
Availability
Which is easier to get, Border Collie or Cockapoo or Brittany?
Very frequent: The Border Collie is quite easy to get.
Frequent: The Cockapoo is easier than average to get.
Very frequent: The Brittany is quite easy to get.

Border Collie vs Cockapoo vs Brittany Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Border Collie vs Cockapoo vs Brittany 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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Very smart: Brittany is an excellent dog breed.
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Trainability
Border Collie vs Cockapoo vs Brittany trainability comparison.
Border Collie dogs are easy to train.
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Cockapoo dogs are easy to train.
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Brittany dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Border Collie or Cockapoo or Brittany?
Border Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Cockapoo dogs are average watchdogs.
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Brittany dogs are average watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Border Collie or Cockapoo or Brittany? 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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Cockapoo dogs are average defenders.
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Brittany dogs are average defenders.
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Border Collie vs Cockapoo vs Brittany Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Border Collie or Cockapoo or Brittany? Border Collie vs Cockapoo vs Brittany behavior/temperament comparison:
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Responsive
Loyal
Tenacious
Playful
Loving
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Going
Social
Cheerful
Independent
Alert
Intelligent
Responsive
Social
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Sensitive: Border Collie dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Sensitive: Brittany 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 Cockapoo vs Brittany?
High: Border Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Cockapoo dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Brittany dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Border Collie vs Cockapoo vs Brittany social needs comparison:
Border Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Cockapoo dogs are a social breed.
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Brittany 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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Cockapoo dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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The wanderlust potential of the Brittany is strong enough to escape from home.
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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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Their prey drive is low.
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Brittany dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Border Collie vs Cockapoo vs Brittany Activity and Playfulness Comparison

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

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

Border Collie vs Cockapoo vs Brittany Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Border Collie or Cockapoo or Brittany?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Border Collie bite force: Ordinary.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Cockapoo bite force: Weak.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Brittany 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 Cockapoo has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

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

Health Issues
Border Collie vs Cockapoo vs Brittany health comparison. Which is the healthier: Border Collie vs Cockapoo vs Brittany?
The Border Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Cockapoo is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Brittany 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 Cockapoo vs Brittany? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Border Collie vs Cockapoo vs Brittany health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Collie Eye Anomaly
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Luxating Patella
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Epilepsy
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Border Collie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Cockapoo should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Brittany should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Border Collie vs Cockapoo vs Brittany lifespan comparison. How long do Border Collie, Cockapoo and Brittany breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Border Collie: 13 years
14-18 years
The average lifespan of Cockapoo: 16 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Brittany: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Border Collie vs Cockapoo vs Brittany?
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 Brittany can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Border Collie vs Cockapoo vs Brittany Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Border Collie vs Cockapoo vs Brittany Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Border Collie or Cockapoo or Brittany?
1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals. 0.5 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Border Collie vs Cockapoo vs Brittany weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The Border Collie has an average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Cockapoo's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average: The Brittany has an average risk for obesity.
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Border Collie vs Cockapoo vs Brittany Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Border Collie vs Cockapoo vs Brittany coat comparison:
Dense
Feathered
Straight
Short
Moderately Long
Curly
Wavy
Feathered
Colors
What are the original Border Collie, Cockapoo and Brittany 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
Tan
Red
White
Silver
Brown
White
Orange
Liver
Roan
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Border Collie or Cockapoo or Brittany? Border Collie vs Cockapoo vs Brittany grooming comparison:
Average: The Border Collie requires average grooming effort.
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Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Easy to groom: The Brittany doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Border Collie or Cockapoo or Brittany? Border Collie or Cockapoo or {name3 shedding:
Border Collie dogs shed moderately.
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Cockapoo dogs are low shedders.
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Brittany dogs are low shedders.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Border Collie or Cockapoo or Brittany?
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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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Hypoallergenic
Border Collie vs Cockapoo vs Brittany 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 Cockapoo vs Brittany?

Medium

The Border Collie has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Cockapoo has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Brittany 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 Cockapoo is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Brittany is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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Border Collie vs Cockapoo vs Brittany Good With Comparison

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

Border Collie vs Cockapoo vs Brittany 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 Cockapoo or Brittany? 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 Cockapoo vs Brittany?

Not really

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

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

Brittany 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 Cockapoo vs Brittany 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 Cockapoo and Brittany have?
4-8 puppies 4-6 puppies 1-11 puppies, average 6

Border Collie vs Cockapoo vs Brittany 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 1934 as a 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. Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
The American Int. Border Collie Registry
The American Border Collie Association
American Canine Hybrid Club
Designer Breed Registry
Designer Dogs Kennel Club
International Designer Canine Registry
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

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