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Name	Border Collie	Golden Retriever	Vizsla
Origins	England Scotland Wales	Scotland	Hungary
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Gun Dog	Gun Dog
Popularity Rank	38	3	30
Reviews	13	16	8
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Border Collie, Golden Retriever, and Vizsla breeds.	Sheepdog Scotch Sheep Dog	Golden Flat Coat Yellow Retriever	Hungarian Pointer Hungarian Short-Haired Pointer Magyar Vizsla Rövidszőrű Magyar Vizsla Hungarian Vizsla
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Border Collie, Golden Retriever, and Vizsla? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Border Collie vs Golden Retriever vs Vizsla Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Border Collie, Golden Retriever, and Vizsla. Which breed is the largest?	Large	Large	Large
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Border Collie, Golden Retriever, and Vizsla? 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: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 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: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Border Collie or Golden Retriever or Vizsla? Border Collie vs Golden Retriever vs Vizsla 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: 22-26 inches (56-66 cm), Female: 20-24 inches (51-61 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: 24 inches (61 cm), Female: 22 inches (56 cm)

Border Collie vs Golden Retriever vs Vizsla Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Border Collie, Golden Retriever, and Vizsla. Find price differences between these breeds.	$600-$800	$1000-$2000	$800-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Border Collie or Golden Retriever or Vizsla?	Very frequent: The Border Collie is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Golden Retriever is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Vizsla is quite easy to get.

Border Collie vs Golden Retriever vs Vizsla Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

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

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Border Collie, Golden Retriever, and Vizsla? Compare temperaments.	Energetic Protective Alert Intelligent Responsive Loyal Tenacious	Intelligent Confident Friendly Reliable Kind Trustworthy	Playful Energetic Protective Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Lively Gentle Trainable Companionable Cheerful Quiet Easygoing Willing Evenly Tempered
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.	Golden Retriever dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Sensitive: Vizsla dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Border Collie vs Golden Retriever vs Vizsla?	High: Border Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Golden Retriever dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Vizsla dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Border Collie vs Golden Retriever vs Vizsla social needs comparison:	Border Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Vizsla 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.	Golden Retriever dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Vizsla dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. 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.	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. See more.	Vizsla dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Border Collie vs Golden Retriever vs Vizsla Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Border Collie, Golden Retriever, and Vizsla. Which breed is most vocal?	Low to Average: The Border Collie rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Golden Retriever rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Vizsla barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Border Collie, Golden Retriever, and Vizsla. Which breed is most playful?	The Border Collie is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Golden Retriever is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Vizsla is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Border Collie, Golden Retriever, and Vizsla. 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 recommended to keep the Vizsla breed in the home.
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Border Collie vs Golden Retriever vs Vizsla Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between Border Collie, Golden Retriever, and Vizsla. 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.	Vizsla dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Border Collie or Golden Retriever or Vizsla?	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.	Vizsla 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 Golden Retriever vs Vizsla Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Compare biting potential between Border Collie, Golden Retriever, and Vizsla. 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 Vizsla has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Compare mouthing tendencies between Border Collie, Golden Retriever, and Vizsla. Which uses mouth most during play?	Border Collie dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Vizsla dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Compare bite forces between Border Collie, Golden Retriever, and Vizsla. 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 ⏺ Vizsla bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Border Collie vs Golden Retriever vs Vizsla Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Border Collie, Golden Retriever, and Vizsla. 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	10-14 years The average lifespan of Vizsla: 12 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Border Collie, Golden Retriever, and Vizsla. 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.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in Border Collie, Golden Retriever, and Vizsla. 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 Vizsla 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.	Rare The Golden Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Vizsla 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 Golden Retriever vs Vizsla? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Border Collie vs Golden Retriever vs Vizsla 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 Cancer Epilepsy Sebaceous Adenitis

Border Collie vs Golden Retriever vs Vizsla Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between Border Collie, Golden Retriever, and Vizsla. Which breed is most active?	Border Collie dogs are high-energy dogs.	Golden Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.	Vizsla dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Border Collie vs Golden Retriever vs Vizsla exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Border Collie or Golden Retriever or Vizsla? 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.	Vizsla dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Border Collie or Golden Retriever or Vizsla?	Border Collie dogs don't need too much sleep.	Golden Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.	Vizsla dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

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

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Border Collie, Golden Retriever, and Vizsla. Which is most prone to obesity?	Average: The Border Collie has an average risk for obesity. See more.	High: The Golden Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Low to Average: The Vizsla has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Border Collie, Golden Retriever, and Vizsla. 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.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Border Collie vs Golden Retriever vs Vizsla Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Border Collie, Golden Retriever, and Vizsla. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors Compare color variations between Border Collie, Golden Retriever, and Vizsla. 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	Golden Rust Russet Gold Dark Sandy Gold
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Border Collie, Golden Retriever, and Vizsla. Which requires most maintenance?	Average: The Border Collie requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Golden Retriever requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The Vizsla requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Border Collie, Golden Retriever, and Vizsla. Which drools least?	The Border Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	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. See more.	The Vizsla is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Border Collie, Golden Retriever, and Vizsla. 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 Vizsla has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Border Collie, Golden Retriever, and Vizsla. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Dense Feathered Straight Short Moderately Long	Silky Wavy Shiny Straight	Fine Dense Hard Coarse Short No Undercoat
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Border Collie, Golden Retriever, and Vizsla. Which requires most frequent baths?	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	2-3 weeks Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Border Collie or Golden Retriever or Vizsla? Border Collie or Golden Retriever or {name3 shedding:	Border Collie dogs shed moderately. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs shed moderately. See more.	Vizsla dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Border Collie vs Golden Retriever vs Vizsla Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between Border Collie, Golden Retriever, and Vizsla. Which is best with kids?	Border Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Golden Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Vizsla dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
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.	Vizsla dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Border Collie or Golden Retriever or Vizsla? Which dog is more friendly?	Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Golden Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Vizsla dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Border Collie or Golden Retriever or Vizsla?	Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Golden Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Vizsla 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 Golden Retriever or Vizsla?	Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Golden Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Vizsla dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Border Collie vs Golden Retriever vs Vizsla?	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 Vizsla 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 Vizsla 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.	Vizslas are usually recommended for elderly people.

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

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Border Collie, Golden Retriever, and Vizsla. 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.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Compare therapy dog potential between Border Collie, Golden Retriever, and Vizsla. Which excels in therapy work?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between Border Collie, Golden Retriever, and Vizsla. 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.	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, Golden Retriever, and Vizsla. 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 Vizsla. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really Border Collie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Golden Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Yes Vizsla breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Border Collie, Golden Retriever, and Vizsla. 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, Golden Retriever, and Vizsla. 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 Vizsla Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Border Collie, Golden Retriever, and Vizsla. Which has most puppies?	4-8 puppies	5-10 puppies	6-8 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Border Collie, Golden Retriever, and Vizsla. 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, Golden Retriever, and Vizsla. 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 Golden Retriever vs Vizsla Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Border Collie, Golden Retriever, and Vizsla. 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 1960 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Border Collie, Golden Retriever, and Vizsla. 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 Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Border Collie, Golden Retriever, and Vizsla. 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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