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Border Collie vs Golden Retriever vs Rough Collie Comparison - Dog breed selector: Sheepdog or Golden Flat Coat or English Collie? Find the right dog for you

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Name Border Collie Golden Retriever Rough Collie
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Border Collie, Golden Retriever, and Rough Collie breeds.
Sheepdog
Scotch Sheep Dog
Golden Flat Coat
Yellow Retriever
English Collie
Lassie Dog
Long-Haired Collie
Scottish Collie
Collie
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Border Collie, Golden Retriever, and Rough Collie? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Border Collie vs Golden Retriever vs Rough Collie Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Border Collie, Golden Retriever, and Rough Collie. Which breed is the largest?
Large Large Large
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Border Collie, Golden Retriever, and Rough Collie? Compare adult weight ranges.
Male: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg), Female: 27-42 pounds (12-19 kg) Male: 60-80 pounds (27-36 kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg) Male: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg), Female: 53-65 pounds (24-29 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: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg) Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Border Collie or Golden Retriever or Rough Collie? Border Collie vs Golden Retriever vs Rough Collie height comparison:
Male: 19-22 inches (48-56 cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46-53 cm) Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm) Male: 24–26 inch (60–66 cm), Female: 22–24 inch (55–61 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 20.5 inches (52 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (49.5 cm) Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm) Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm)

Border Collie vs Golden Retriever vs Rough Collie Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Border Collie, Golden Retriever, and Rough Collie. Find price differences between these breeds.
$600-$800 $1000-$2000 $400-$600
Availability
Which is easier to get, Border Collie or Golden Retriever or Rough Collie?
Very frequent: The Border Collie is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Golden Retriever is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Rough Collie is quite easy to get.

Border Collie vs Golden Retriever vs Rough Collie Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Border Collie, Golden Retriever, and Rough Collie. Which breed ranks highest?
Outstanding: Border Collie is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Outstanding: Golden Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Very smart: Rough Collie is an excellent dog breed.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Border Collie, Golden Retriever, and Rough Collie. Which is easiest to train?
Border Collie dogs are easy to train.
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Golden Retriever dogs are easy to train.
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Rough Collie dogs are very easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Border Collie, Golden Retriever, and Rough Collie. Which breed is most alert?
Border Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Golden Retriever dogs are average watchdogs.
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Rough Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Border Collie, Golden Retriever, and Rough Collie. Which breed is most protective?
Border Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Golden Retriever dogs are average defenders.
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Rough Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Border Collie vs Golden Retriever vs Rough Collie Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Border Collie, Golden Retriever, and Rough Collie? Compare temperaments.
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Responsive
Loyal
Tenacious
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Reliable
Kind
Trustworthy
Protective
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Docile
Obedient
Loyal
Gentle
Social
Elegant
Hard working
Herding
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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Golden Retriever dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Sensitive: Rough Collie 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 Golden Retriever vs Rough Collie?
High: Border Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Golden Retriever dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Rough Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Border Collie vs Golden Retriever vs Rough Collie social needs comparison:
Border Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Rough Collie 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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Golden Retriever dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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Rough Collie dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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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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Golden Retriever 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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Rough Collie dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Border Collie vs Golden Retriever vs Rough Collie Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Border Collie, Golden Retriever, and Rough Collie. Which breed is most vocal?
Low to Average: The Border Collie rarely barks.
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Low to Average: The Golden Retriever rarely barks.
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Low to Average: The Rough Collie rarely barks.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Border Collie, Golden Retriever, and Rough Collie. Which breed is most playful?
The Border Collie is a highly playful breed.
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The Golden Retriever is a highly playful breed.
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The Rough Collie is a playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Border Collie, Golden Retriever, and Rough Collie. 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 Golden Retriever 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 Rough Collie indoors.

Border Collie vs Golden Retriever vs Rough Collie Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Border Collie, Golden Retriever, and Rough Collie. Which breed is most flexible?
Border Collie dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Golden Retriever dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Rough Collie dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Border Collie or Golden Retriever or Rough Collie?
Border Collie dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Golden Retriever dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Rough Collie dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Border Collie vs Golden Retriever vs Rough Collie Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Border Collie, Golden Retriever, and Rough Collie. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The Border Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.

Moderate

The Golden Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Rough Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Border Collie, Golden Retriever, and Rough Collie. 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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Golden Retriever dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Rough Collie dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Border Collie, Golden Retriever, and Rough Collie. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Border Collie bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Golden Retriever bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Rough Collie bite force: Ordinary.

Border Collie vs Golden Retriever vs Rough Collie Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Border Collie, Golden Retriever, and Rough Collie. Which breed lives longest?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Border Collie: 13 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Golden Retriever: 11 years
14-16 years
The average lifespan of Rough Collie: 15 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Border Collie, Golden Retriever, and Rough Collie. 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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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 Rough Collie can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Border Collie, Golden Retriever, and Rough Collie. 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.
Golden Retrievers are commonly healthy dogs.
The Rough Collie 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.
Rare
The Golden Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Average
The Rough Collie 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 Golden Retriever vs Rough Collie? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Border Collie vs Golden Retriever vs Rough Collie health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Collie Eye Anomaly
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Bloat
Epilepsy
Elbow Dysplasia
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Hemangiosarcoma
Osteosarcoma
Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Drug Sensitivity
Collie Eye Anomaly
Gray Collie Syndrome

Border Collie vs Golden Retriever vs Rough Collie Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Border Collie vs Golden Retriever vs Rough Collie Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Border Collie, Golden Retriever, and Rough Collie. Which is most prone to obesity?
Average: The Border Collie has an average risk for obesity.
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High: The Golden Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Average: The Rough Collie has an average risk for obesity.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Border Collie, Golden Retriever, and Rough Collie. Which needs most food?
1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals. 3 to 4 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.

Border Collie vs Golden Retriever vs Rough Collie Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Border Collie, Golden Retriever, and Rough Collie. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Border Collie, Golden Retriever, and Rough Collie. 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
Golden
Light
White
Sable
Merle
Black & White & Tan
Blue & Merle
Blue & Merle & White
Sable & White
White & Merle
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Border Collie, Golden Retriever, and Rough Collie. Which requires most maintenance?
Average: The Border Collie requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Golden Retriever 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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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Border Collie, Golden Retriever, and Rough Collie. Which drools least?
The Border Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Golden Retriever drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed.
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The Rough Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Border Collie, Golden Retriever, and Rough Collie. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The Border Collie has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Golden Retriever has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Rough Collie has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Border Collie, Golden Retriever, and Rough Collie. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Dense
Feathered
Straight
Short
Moderately Long
Silky
Wavy
Shiny
Straight
Rough
Soft
Thick
Straight
Harsh
Furry
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Border Collie, Golden Retriever, and Rough Collie. 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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2-3 weeks
Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks.
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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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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Border Collie or Golden Retriever or Rough Collie? Border Collie or Golden Retriever or {name3 shedding:
Border Collie dogs shed moderately.
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Golden Retriever dogs shed moderately.
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Rough Collie dogs are heavy shedders.
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Border Collie vs Golden Retriever vs Rough Collie Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Border Collie, Golden Retriever, and Rough Collie. Which is best with kids?
Border Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Golden Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Rough Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Border Collie dogs are generally with other pets.
Golden Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Rough Collie dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Border Collie or Golden Retriever or Rough Collie? Which dog is more friendly?
Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Golden Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Rough Collie dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Border Collie or Golden Retriever or Rough Collie?
Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Golden Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Rough Collie dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Border Collie or Golden Retriever or Rough Collie?
Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Golden Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Rough Collie dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Border Collie vs Golden Retriever vs Rough Collie?
Yes
Border Collie dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Golden Retriever dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Rough Collie 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.
Yes
Golden Retriever is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
No
Rough Collie 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.
Golden Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Rough Collies are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Border Collie vs Golden Retriever vs Rough Collie As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Border Collie, Golden Retriever, and Rough Collie. Which is best suited for service work?

Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Border Collie, Golden Retriever, and Rough Collie. Which excels in therapy work?

Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Border Collie, Golden Retriever, and Rough Collie. 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, Golden Retriever, and Rough Collie. 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.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Border Collie, Golden Retriever, and Rough Collie. 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

Golden Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Not really

Rough Collie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Border Collie, Golden Retriever, and Rough Collie. 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, Golden Retriever, and Rough Collie. 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 Golden Retriever vs Rough Collie Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Border Collie, Golden Retriever, and Rough Collie. Which has most puppies?
4-8 puppies 5-10 puppies 4-8 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Border Collie, Golden Retriever, and Rough Collie. Any breeding differences?
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Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Border Collie, Golden Retriever, and Rough Collie. 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 Golden Retriever vs Rough Collie Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Border Collie, Golden Retriever, and Rough Collie. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1995 as a Herding breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1925 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Herding breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Border Collie, Golden Retriever, and Rough Collie. 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 Retrievers section. Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Border Collie, Golden Retriever, and Rough Collie. 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
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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