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Name	Border Collie	English Cocker Spaniel	Alpine Spaniel
Origins	England Scotland Wales	England	Switzerland Savoy
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Gun Dog	Extinct
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Sheepdog Scotch Sheep Dog	Merry Cocker Woker Cocker	Alpenlandischer Spaniel Swiss Alpine Dog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Border Collie vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Alpine Spaniel breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Border Collie vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Alpine Spaniel Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Border Collie or English Cocker Spaniel or Alpine Spaniel? Which is the smallest dog, Border Collie or English Cocker Spaniel or Alpine Spaniel?	Large	Medium	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Border Collie or English Cocker Spaniel or English Cocker Spaniel? Border Collie vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Alpine Spaniel weight comparison:	Male: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg), Female: 27-42 pounds (12-19 kg)	Male: 28-34 pounds (13-16 kg), Female: 26-32 pounds (12-15 kg)	88–100 pounds (40-45 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: 31 pounds (14.5 kg), Female: 29 pounds (13.5 kg)	94 pounds (42.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Border Collie or English Cocker Spaniel or Alpine Spaniel? Border Collie vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Alpine Spaniel height comparison:	Male: 19-22 inches (48-56 cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46-53 cm)	Male: 15-17 inches (38-43 cm), Female: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm)	24-38 inches (60-96 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: 16 inches (40.5 cm), Female: 15 inches (38.5 cm)	31 inches (78 cm)

Border Collie vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Alpine Spaniel Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Border Collie or English Cocker Spaniel or Alpine Spaniel? Which is more expensive?	$600-$800	$900-$1200	Unavailable
Availability Which is easier to get, Border Collie or English Cocker Spaniel or Alpine Spaniel?	Very frequent: The Border Collie is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The English Cocker Spaniel is quite easy to get.	Unavailable: This dog breed, unfortunately, is no longer available, it may even be extinct.

Border Collie vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Alpine Spaniel Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Border Collie vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Alpine Spaniel intelligence:	Outstanding: Border Collie is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Very smart: English Cocker Spaniel is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Smart: The Alpine Spaniel dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Trainability Border Collie vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Alpine Spaniel trainability comparison.	Border Collie dogs are easy to train. See more.	English Cocker Spaniel dogs are easy to train. See more.	Alpine Spaniel dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Border Collie or English Cocker Spaniel or Alpine Spaniel?	Border Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	English Cocker Spaniel dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Alpine Spaniel dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Border Collie or English Cocker Spaniel or Alpine Spaniel? 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. See more.	English Cocker Spaniel dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.	Alpine Spaniel dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Border Collie vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Alpine Spaniel Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Border Collie or English Cocker Spaniel or Alpine Spaniel? Border Collie vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Alpine Spaniel behavior/temperament comparison:	Energetic Protective Alert Intelligent Responsive Loyal Tenacious	Playful Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Trainable Quiet Faithful	Protective Loyal Territorial Brave
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. See more.	Sensitive: English Cocker Spaniel dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Border Collie vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Alpine Spaniel?	High: Border Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: English Cocker Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Alpine Spaniel dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Border Collie vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Alpine Spaniel social needs comparison:	Border Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	English Cocker Spaniel dogs are a social breed. See more.	Alpine Spaniel dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Border Collie dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the English Cocker Spaniel is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Alpine Spaniel is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
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. See more.	English Cocker Spaniel dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Alpine Spaniel dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Border Collie vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Alpine Spaniel Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Border Collie vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Alpine Spaniel playfulness comparison:	The Border Collie is a highly playful breed. See more.	The English Cocker Spaniel is a playful breed. See more.	The Alpine Spaniel is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Border Collie vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Alpine Spaniel?	Low to Average: The Border Collie rarely barks. See more.	Average: The English Cocker Spaniel barks occasionally. See more.	A lot: Alpine Spaniel is a particularly loud breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Border Collie or English Cocker Spaniel or Alpine Spaniel?	It is not recommended to keep the Border Collie breed in the home.	Very house-friendly dog the English Cocker Spaniel breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Alpine Spaniel breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

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

Border Collie vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Alpine Spaniel Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Border Collie or English Cocker Spaniel or Alpine Spaniel?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Border Collie bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ English Cocker Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Alpine Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
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 English Cocker Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Alpine Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Border Collie vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Alpine Spaniel mouthiness comparison:	Border Collie dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	English Cocker Spaniel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Alpine Spaniel dogs have a low tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.

Border Collie vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Alpine Spaniel Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Border Collie vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Alpine Spaniel health comparison. Which is the healthier: Border Collie vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Alpine Spaniel?	The Border Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The English Cocker Spaniel is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Alpine Spaniel is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Border Collie vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Alpine Spaniel? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Border Collie vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Alpine Spaniel health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Collie Eye Anomaly Osteochondrosis Dissecans	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Ear Infections Elbow Dysplasia Renal Failure	No data available
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 English Cocker Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Alpine Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Border Collie vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Alpine Spaniel lifespan comparison. How long do Border Collie, English Cocker Spaniel and Alpine Spaniel 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 English Cocker Spaniel: 13 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Alpine Spaniel: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Border Collie vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Alpine Spaniel?	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. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The English Cocker Spaniel can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers cold weather The Alpine Spaniel can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Border Collie vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Alpine Spaniel Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Border Collie or English Cocker Spaniel or Alpine Spaniel? Border Collie vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Alpine Spaniel energy level comparison:	Border Collie dogs are high-energy dogs.	English Cocker Spaniel dogs are high-energy dogs.	Alpine Spaniel dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Border Collie vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Alpine Spaniel exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Border Collie or English Cocker Spaniel or Alpine Spaniel? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Border Collie dogs need a lot of exercises.	English Cocker Spaniel dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Alpine Spaniel dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Border Collie or English Cocker Spaniel or Alpine Spaniel?	Border Collie dogs don't need too much sleep.	English Cocker Spaniel dogs don't need too much sleep.	Alpine Spaniel dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Border Collie vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Alpine Spaniel Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Border Collie or English Cocker Spaniel or Alpine Spaniel?	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.	1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Border Collie vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Alpine Spaniel weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Border Collie has an average risk for obesity. See more.	High: The English Cocker Spaniel breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average: The Alpine Spaniel has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Border Collie vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Alpine Spaniel Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Border Collie vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Alpine Spaniel coat comparison:	Dense Feathered Straight Short Moderately Long	Feathered	Curly
Colors What are the original Border Collie, English Cocker Spaniel and Alpine Spaniel 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 Blue Golden Liver Roan	Tan Red Brown
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Border Collie or English Cocker Spaniel or Alpine Spaniel? Border Collie vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Alpine Spaniel grooming comparison:	Average: The Border Collie requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The English Cocker Spaniel requires average grooming effort. See more.	Advanced: The Alpine Spaniel requires a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Border Collie or English Cocker Spaniel or Alpine Spaniel? Border Collie or English Cocker Spaniel or {name3 shedding:	Border Collie dogs shed moderately. See more.	English Cocker Spaniel dogs shed moderately. See more.	Alpine Spaniel dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Border Collie or English Cocker Spaniel or Alpine Spaniel?	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Border Collie vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Alpine Spaniel hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Border Collie vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Alpine Spaniel?	Medium ⏺ The Border Collie has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The English Cocker Spaniel has a high chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Alpine Spaniel has a low 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. See more.	The English Cocker Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Alpine Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Border Collie vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Alpine Spaniel Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Border Collie dogs are generally with other pets.	English Cocker Spaniel dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Alpine Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Border Collie or English Cocker Spaniel or Alpine Spaniel? Which dog is more friendly?	Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	English Cocker Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Alpine Spaniel dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Border Collie or English Cocker Spaniel or Alpine Spaniel?	Border Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	English Cocker Spaniel dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Alpine Spaniel dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Border Collie or English Cocker Spaniel or Alpine Spaniel?	Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards cats.	English Cocker Spaniel dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Alpine Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Border Collie or English Cocker Spaniel or Alpine Spaniel?	Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	English Cocker Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Alpine Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Border Collie vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Alpine Spaniel?	Yes Border Collie dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes English Cocker Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Alpine Spaniel 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 English Cocker Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Alpine Spaniel 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.	English Cocker Spaniels are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Alpine Spaniels are usually recommended for elderly people.

Border Collie vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Alpine Spaniel As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Border Collie or English Cocker Spaniel or Alpine Spaniel? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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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 English Cocker Spaniel vs Alpine Spaniel?	Not really Border Collie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes English Cocker Spaniel breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Alpine Spaniel breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
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. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
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 English Cocker Spaniel vs Alpine Spaniel 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. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Border Collie and English Cocker Spaniel and Alpine Spaniel have?	4-8 puppies	6-8 puppies	5-8 puppies
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Border Collie vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Alpine Spaniel Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1995 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1946 as a Sporting breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
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 Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Flushing 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	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	No data available

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