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Border Collie vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Whippet Comparison - Dog breed selector: Sheepdog or Merry Cocker Woker or Snap Dog? Find the right dog for you

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Name Border Collie English Cocker Spaniel Whippet
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Border Collie, English Cocker Spaniel, and Whippet breeds.
Sheepdog
Scotch Sheep Dog
Merry Cocker Woker
Cocker
Snap Dog
English Whippet
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Border Collie, English Cocker Spaniel, and Whippet? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

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

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Border Collie, English Cocker Spaniel, and Whippet. Which breed is the largest?
Large Medium Medium
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Border Collie, English Cocker Spaniel, and Whippet? Compare adult weight ranges.
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) 25 - 45 pounds (11 - 21 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) 25 - 45 pounds (11 - 21 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Border Collie or English Cocker Spaniel or Whippet? Border Collie vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Whippet 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) Male: 18.5-20 inches (46-51 cm), Female: 17.5-19 inches (44-48 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) Male: 19 inches (48.5 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm)

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

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Border Collie, English Cocker Spaniel, and Whippet. Find price differences between these breeds.
$600-$800 $900-$1200 $800-$1200
Availability
Which is easier to get, Border Collie or English Cocker Spaniel or Whippet?
Very frequent: The Border Collie is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The English Cocker Spaniel is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Whippet is quite easy to get.

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

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Border Collie, English Cocker Spaniel, and Whippet. Which breed ranks highest?
Outstanding: Border Collie is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Very smart: English Cocker Spaniel 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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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Border Collie, English Cocker Spaniel, and Whippet. Which is easiest to train?
Border Collie dogs are easy to train.
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English Cocker Spaniel dogs are easy to train.
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Whippet dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Border Collie, English Cocker Spaniel, and Whippet. Which breed is most alert?
Border Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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English Cocker Spaniel dogs are good watchdogs.
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Whippet dogs are average watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Border Collie, English Cocker Spaniel, and Whippet. Which breed is most protective?
Border Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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English Cocker Spaniel dogs are not the best to protect their territory.
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Whippet dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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Border Collie vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Whippet Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Border Collie, English Cocker Spaniel, and Whippet? Compare temperaments.
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Responsive
Loyal
Tenacious
Playful
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Trainable
Quiet
Faithful
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Outright
Companionable
Adaptable
Quiet
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: English Cocker Spaniel dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Sensitive: Whippet 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 English Cocker Spaniel vs Whippet?
High: Border Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: English Cocker Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average: Whippet dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Social Needs
Border Collie vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Whippet social needs comparison:
Border Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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English Cocker Spaniel dogs are a social breed.
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Whippet dogs need for social interaction is average.
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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 English Cocker Spaniel is strong enough to escape from home.
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The wanderlust potential of the Whippet 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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English Cocker Spaniel dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Whippet dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Border Collie vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Whippet Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Border Collie, English Cocker Spaniel, and Whippet. Which breed is most vocal?
Low to Average: The Border Collie rarely barks.
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Average: The English Cocker Spaniel barks occasionally.
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Low: The Whippet barks none to minimal.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Border Collie, English Cocker Spaniel, and Whippet. Which breed is most playful?
The Border Collie is a highly playful breed.
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The English Cocker Spaniel is a playful breed.
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Average: Whippets, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Border Collie, English Cocker Spaniel, and Whippet. Which adapts best to small spaces?
It is not recommended to keep the Border Collie breed in the home.
Very house-friendly dog the English Cocker Spaniel breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Whippet breed.

Border Collie vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Whippet Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Border Collie, English Cocker Spaniel, and Whippet. Which breed is most flexible?
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.
Whippet dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Border Collie or English Cocker Spaniel or Whippet?
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.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Border Collie vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Whippet Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Border Collie, English Cocker Spaniel, and Whippet. Which has lowest bite risk?

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 Whippet has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Border Collie, English Cocker Spaniel, and Whippet. Which uses mouth most during play?
Border Collie dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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English Cocker Spaniel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Whippet dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Border Collie, English Cocker Spaniel, and Whippet. Which has the strongest bite?

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

Whippet bite force: Ordinary.

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

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Border Collie, English Cocker Spaniel, and Whippet. Which breed lives longest?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Border Collie: 13 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of English Cocker Spaniel: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Whippet: 13 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Border Collie, English Cocker Spaniel, and Whippet. Which handles climate changes best?
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Border Collie can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers 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.
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Prefers warm weather
Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates.
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Border Collie, English Cocker Spaniel, and Whippet. Which has fewer health issues?
The Border Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The English Cocker Spaniel is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Whippet is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Border Collie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The English Cocker Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Whippet should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Border Collie vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Whippet? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Border Collie vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Whippet 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
Heart Murmurs
Hypothyroidism
Von Willebrand's Disease
Heart Problems
Deafness
Vaccination Sensitivity
Drug Sensitivity
Arthritis
Kidney Issues
Addison's Disease

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

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Border Collie, English Cocker Spaniel, and Whippet. Which breed is most active?
Border Collie dogs are high-energy dogs.
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are high-energy dogs.
Whippet dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Border Collie vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Whippet exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Border Collie or English Cocker Spaniel or Whippet? 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.
Whippet dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Border Collie or English Cocker Spaniel or Whippet?
Border Collie dogs don't need too much sleep.
English Cocker Spaniel dogs don't need too much sleep.
Whippet dogs don't need too much sleep.

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

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Border Collie, English Cocker Spaniel, and Whippet. Which is most prone to obesity?
Average: The Border Collie has an average risk for obesity.
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High: The English Cocker Spaniel breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Low: The Whippet has good luck with genetics.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Border Collie, English Cocker Spaniel, and Whippet. Which needs most food?
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. 1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

Border Collie vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Whippet Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Border Collie, English Cocker Spaniel, and Whippet. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Border Collie, English Cocker Spaniel, and Whippet. What colors are available?
Black
Tan
Red
Sable
Brindle
Lilac
Gold
Seal
White & Red
Slate
Sable Merle
Black & White
Tricolor
Blue merle
Blue merle-tricolor
Slate merle
Red merle
Saddleback Sable
White & Blue
White & Blue Merle
White & Red Merle
White Ticked
White & Gold
White & Sable
White & Seal
Black
Tan
Blue
Golden
Liver
Roan
Black
Red
Blue
Cream
White
Fawn
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Border Collie, English Cocker Spaniel, and Whippet. Which requires most maintenance?
Average: The Border Collie requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The English Cocker Spaniel requires average grooming effort.
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Effortless: The Whippet requires minimal grooming.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Border Collie, English Cocker Spaniel, and Whippet. Which drools least?
The Border Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The English Cocker Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Whippet is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Border Collie, English Cocker Spaniel, and Whippet. Which has least natural smell?

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 Whippet has a low chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Border Collie, English Cocker Spaniel, and Whippet. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Dense
Feathered
Straight
Short
Moderately Long
Feathered Fine
Short
Close in texture
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Border Collie, English Cocker Spaniel, and Whippet. Which requires most frequent baths?
6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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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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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Border Collie or English Cocker Spaniel or Whippet? Border Collie or English Cocker Spaniel or {name3 shedding:
Border Collie dogs shed moderately.
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English Cocker Spaniel dogs shed moderately.
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Whippet dogs are low shedders.
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Border Collie vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Whippet Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Border Collie, English Cocker Spaniel, and Whippet. Which is best with kids?
Border Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Whippet dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
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.
Whippet dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Border Collie or English Cocker Spaniel or Whippet? Which dog is more friendly?
Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Whippet dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Border Collie or English Cocker Spaniel or Whippet?
Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards cats.
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Whippet dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Border Collie or English Cocker Spaniel or Whippet?
Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Whippet dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Border Collie vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Whippet?
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
Whippet 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
Whippet 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.
Whippets are usually recommended for elderly people.

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

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Border Collie, English Cocker Spaniel, and Whippet. Which is best suited for service work?

Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Border Collie, English Cocker Spaniel, and Whippet. Which excels in therapy work?

Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Border Collie, English Cocker Spaniel, and Whippet. Which has best nose work ability?

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Border Collie, English Cocker Spaniel, and Whippet. Which is best for SAR work?

Yes

This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Border Collie, English Cocker Spaniel, and Whippet. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

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

English Cocker Spaniel breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Not really

Whippet breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Border Collie, English Cocker Spaniel, and Whippet. Which is best for draft work?

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Border Collie, English Cocker Spaniel, and Whippet. Which has most military use?

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 Whippet Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Border Collie, English Cocker Spaniel, and Whippet. Which has most puppies?
4-8 puppies 6-8 puppies 4-8 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Border Collie, English Cocker Spaniel, and Whippet. Any breeding differences?
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Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Border Collie, English Cocker Spaniel, and Whippet. What's recommended?

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Border Collie vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Whippet Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Border Collie, English Cocker Spaniel, and Whippet. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1995 as a Herding breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1946 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Hound breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Border Collie, English Cocker Spaniel, and Whippet. How are they classified internationally?
Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Flushing Dogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Short-haired Sighthounds section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Border Collie, English Cocker Spaniel, and Whippet. Which has most recognition?
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
The American Int. Border Collie Registry
The American Border Collie Association
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Canadian Canine Registry
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Canadian Canine Registry

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