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Name	Border Collie	German Sheprador	Belgian Malinois
Origins	England Scotland Wales	United States	Belgium
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Designer Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
Popularity Rank	38	621	44
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Border Collie, German Sheprador, and Belgian Malinois breeds.	Sheepdog Scotch Sheep Dog	Labrashepherd	Malinois
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Border Collie, German Sheprador, and Belgian Malinois? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Cross Breed	Purebred

Border Collie vs German Sheprador vs Belgian Malinois Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Border Collie, German Sheprador, and Belgian Malinois. Which breed is the largest?	Large	Large Giant	Large
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Border Collie, German Sheprador, and Belgian Malinois? Compare adult weight ranges.	Male: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg), Female: 27-42 pounds (12-19 kg)	No data available	Male: 65-75 pounds (29-34 kg), Female: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Female: 34.5 pounds (15.5 kg)	77.5 pounds (35 kg)	Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Border Collie or German Sheprador or Belgian Malinois? Border Collie vs German Sheprador vs Belgian Malinois height comparison:	Male: 19-22 inches (48-56 cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46-53 cm)	20-27 inches (51-69 cm)	Male: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (56-61 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 20.5 inches (52 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (49.5 cm)	23.5 inches (60 cm)	Male: 25 inches (63.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm)

Border Collie vs German Sheprador vs Belgian Malinois Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Border Collie, German Sheprador, and Belgian Malinois. Find price differences between these breeds.	$600-$800	$200-$600	$1200-$1400
Availability Which is easier to get, Border Collie or German Sheprador or Belgian Malinois?	Very frequent: The Border Collie is quite easy to get.	Average: The German Sheprador is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The Belgian Malinois is quite easy to get.

Border Collie vs German Sheprador vs Belgian Malinois Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Border Collie, German Sheprador, and Belgian Malinois. Which breed ranks highest?	Outstanding: Border Collie is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Very smart: German Sheprador is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Very smart: Belgian Malinois is an excellent dog breed. See more.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between Border Collie, German Sheprador, and Belgian Malinois. Which is easiest to train?	Border Collie dogs are easy to train. See more.	German Sheprador dogs are easy to train. See more.	Belgian Malinois dogs are very easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Border Collie, German Sheprador, and Belgian Malinois. Which breed is most alert?	Border Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	German Sheprador dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Belgian Malinois dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Border Collie, German Sheprador, and Belgian Malinois. Which breed is most protective?	Border Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	German Sheprador dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Belgian Malinois dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Border Collie vs German Sheprador vs Belgian Malinois Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Border Collie, German Sheprador, and Belgian Malinois? Compare temperaments.	Energetic Protective Alert Intelligent Responsive Loyal Tenacious	Energetic Protective Alert Loyal Trainable Hunting Guarding	Active Stubborn Protective Alert Confident Friendly Watchful Hard working
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: German Sheprador 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.
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Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Border Collie vs German Sheprador vs Belgian Malinois?	High: Border Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: German Sheprador dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Slightly Below Average: Belgian Malinois dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.
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Social Needs Border Collie vs German Sheprador vs Belgian Malinois social needs comparison:	Border Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	German Sheprador dogs are a social breed. See more.	Belgian Malinois 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.	German Sheprador dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Belgian Malinois 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.	German Sheprador 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.	Belgian Malinois 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.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Border Collie vs German Sheprador vs Belgian Malinois Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Border Collie, German Sheprador, and Belgian Malinois. Which breed is most vocal?	Low to Average: The Border Collie rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The German Sheprador rarely barks. See more.	Average to High: The Belgian Malinois is a vocal breed. See more.
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Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Border Collie, German Sheprador, and Belgian Malinois. Which breed is most playful?	The Border Collie is a highly playful breed. See more.	The German Sheprador is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Belgian Malinois is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Border Collie, German Sheprador, and Belgian Malinois. Which adapts best to small spaces?	It is not recommended to keep the Border Collie breed in the home.	It is not recommended to keep the German Sheprador breed in the home.	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 Belgian Malinois indoors.
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Border Collie vs German Sheprador vs Belgian Malinois Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between Border Collie, German Sheprador, and Belgian Malinois. Which breed is most flexible?	Border Collie dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: German Sheprador dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Belgian Malinois dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Border Collie or German Sheprador or Belgian Malinois?	Border Collie dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	German Sheprador 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.	Belgian Malinois 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 German Sheprador vs Belgian Malinois Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Compare biting potential between Border Collie, German Sheprador, and Belgian Malinois. Which has lowest bite risk?	Low 🔽 The Border Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The German Sheprador has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Belgian Malinois has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Compare mouthing tendencies between Border Collie, German Sheprador, and Belgian Malinois. Which uses mouth most during play?	Border Collie dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	German Sheprador dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Belgian Malinois dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Compare bite forces between Border Collie, German Sheprador, and Belgian Malinois. Which has the strongest bite?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Border Collie bite force: Ordinary.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 German Sheprador bite force: The Strongest.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Belgian Malinois bite force: Weak.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Border Collie vs German Sheprador vs Belgian Malinois Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Border Collie, German Sheprador, and Belgian Malinois. Which breed lives longest?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Border Collie: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of German Sheprador: 11 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Belgian Malinois: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Border Collie, German Sheprador, and Belgian Malinois. 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. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in Border Collie, German Sheprador, and Belgian Malinois. 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 German Sheprador is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Belgian Malinois is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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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 German Sheprador should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Belgian Malinois should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Border Collie vs German Sheprador vs Belgian Malinois? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Border Collie vs German Sheprador vs Belgian Malinois health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Collie Eye Anomaly Osteochondrosis Dissecans	Hip Dysplasia Digestive Problems	Hip Dysplasia Eye Problems Epilepsy Elbow Dysplasia

Border Collie vs German Sheprador vs Belgian Malinois Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between Border Collie, German Sheprador, and Belgian Malinois. Which breed is most active?	Border Collie dogs are high-energy dogs.	German Sheprador dogs are high-energy dogs.	Belgian Malinois dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Border Collie vs German Sheprador vs Belgian Malinois exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Border Collie or German Sheprador or Belgian Malinois? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Border Collie dogs need a lot of exercises.	German Sheprador dogs need a lot of exercises.	Belgian Malinois dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Border Collie or German Sheprador or Belgian Malinois?	Border Collie dogs don't need too much sleep.	German Sheprador dogs don't need too much sleep.	Belgian Malinois dogs don't need too much sleep.
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Border Collie vs German Sheprador vs Belgian Malinois Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Border Collie, German Sheprador, and Belgian Malinois. Which is most prone to obesity?	Average: The Border Collie has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The German Sheprador has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The Belgian Malinois has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Border Collie, German Sheprador, and Belgian Malinois. Which needs most food?	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.	6 to 8 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
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Border Collie vs German Sheprador vs Belgian Malinois Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Border Collie, German Sheprador, and Belgian Malinois. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Coat Colors Compare color variations between Border Collie, German Sheprador, and Belgian Malinois. 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 Red Blue Cream White Grey	Black Cream Fawn Brindle
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Border Collie, German Sheprador, and Belgian Malinois. Which requires most maintenance?	Average: The Border Collie requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The German Sheprador requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The Belgian Malinois requires average grooming effort. See more.
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Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Border Collie, German Sheprador, and Belgian Malinois. Which drools least?	The Border Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The German Sheprador is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Belgian Malinois is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Border Collie, German Sheprador, and Belgian Malinois. Which has least natural smell?	Medium ⏺ The Border Collie has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The German Sheprador has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Belgian Malinois has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Border Collie, German Sheprador, and Belgian Malinois. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Dense Feathered Straight Short Moderately Long	Dense Medium	Weather-resistant Straight
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Border Collie, German Sheprador, and Belgian Malinois. Which requires most frequent baths?	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Border Collie or German Sheprador or Belgian Malinois? Border Collie or German Sheprador or {name3 shedding:	Border Collie dogs shed moderately. See more.	German Sheprador dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Belgian Malinois dogs shed moderately. See more.
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Border Collie vs German Sheprador vs Belgian Malinois Good With Comparison

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

Border Collie vs German Sheprador vs Belgian Malinois As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Border Collie, German Sheprador, and Belgian Malinois. Which is best suited for service work?	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Compare therapy dog potential between Border Collie, German Sheprador, and Belgian Malinois. Which excels in therapy work?	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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Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between Border Collie, German Sheprador, and Belgian Malinois. Which has best nose work ability?	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
Search & Rescue Potential Compare search and rescue potential between Border Collie, German Sheprador, and Belgian Malinois. Which is best for SAR work?	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability Compare boating aptitude between Border Collie, German Sheprador, and Belgian Malinois. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really Border Collie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes German Sheprador breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Belgian Malinois breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Border Collie, German Sheprador, and Belgian Malinois. Which is best for draft work?	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.
Military Service Background Compare military service history of Border Collie, German Sheprador, and Belgian Malinois. 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 German Sheprador vs Belgian Malinois Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Border Collie, German Sheprador, and Belgian Malinois. Which has most puppies?	4-8 puppies	4-10 puppies	6-10 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Border Collie, German Sheprador, and Belgian Malinois. Any breeding differences?	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding intervals between Border Collie, German Sheprador, and Belgian Malinois. What's recommended?	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.

Border Collie vs German Sheprador vs Belgian Malinois Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Border Collie, German Sheprador, and Belgian Malinois. How are they classified?	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 1959 as a Herding breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Border Collie, German Sheprador, and Belgian Malinois. How are they classified internationally?	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Border Collie, German Sheprador, and Belgian Malinois. 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	Dog Registry of America Inc. 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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