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Border Collie vs Greyhound vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier Comparison - Dog breed selector: Sheepdog or English Greyhound or Staff? Find the right dog for you

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Name Border Collie Greyhound Staffordshire Bull Terrier
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Sheepdog
Scotch Sheep Dog
English Greyhound Staff
Stafford
Staffy Bull
Staffy
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Border Collie vs Greyhound vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Border Collie vs Greyhound vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Border Collie or Greyhound or Staffordshire Bull Terrier? Which is the smallest dog, Border Collie or Greyhound or Staffordshire Bull Terrier?
Large Giant Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Border Collie or Greyhound or Greyhound? Border Collie vs Greyhound vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier weight comparison:
Male: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg), Female: 27-42 pounds (12-19 kg) Male: 65-80 pounds (29-36 kg), Female: 60-70 pounds (27-31 kg) Males 25-38 pounds (11-17 kg), Female: 23-35 pounds (10-16 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: 72.5 pounds (32.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29 kg) Males 31.5 pounds (14 kg), Female: 29 pounds (13 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Border Collie or Greyhound or Staffordshire Bull Terrier? Border Collie vs Greyhound vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier height comparison:
Male: 19-22 inches (48-56 cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46-53 cm) Male: 28-30 inches (71-76 cm), Female: 27-28 inches (68-71 cm) Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 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: 29 inches (73.5 cm), Female: 27.5 inches (69.5 cm) Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm)

Border Collie vs Greyhound vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Border Collie or Greyhound or Staffordshire Bull Terrier? Which is more expensive?
$600-$800 $500-$800 $1500-$2000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Border Collie or Greyhound or Staffordshire Bull Terrier?
Very frequent: The Border Collie is quite easy to get.
Frequent: The Greyhound is easier than average to get.
Very frequent: The Staffordshire Bull Terrier is quite easy to get.

Border Collie vs Greyhound vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Border Collie vs Greyhound vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier intelligence:
Outstanding: Border Collie is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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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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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Trainability
Border Collie vs Greyhound vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier trainability comparison.
Border Collie dogs are easy to train.
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Greyhound dogs are easy to train.
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Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Border Collie or Greyhound or Staffordshire Bull Terrier?
Border Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Greyhound dogs are average watchdogs.
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Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs are average watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Border Collie or Greyhound or Staffordshire Bull Terrier? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Border Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Greyhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs are average defenders.
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Border Collie vs Greyhound vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Border Collie or Greyhound or Staffordshire Bull Terrier? Border Collie vs Greyhound vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier behavior/temperament comparison:
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Responsive
Loyal
Tenacious
Intelligent
Affectionate
Gentle
Outright
Tempered
Quiet
Athletic
Courageous
Intelligent
Affectionate
Reliable
Bold
Fearless
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: Greyhound dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Border Collie vs Greyhound vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier?
High: Border Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Greyhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Border Collie vs Greyhound vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier social needs comparison:
Border Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Greyhound dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs are a social breed.
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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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Greyhound dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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The wanderlust potential of the Staffordshire Bull Terrier 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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Greyhound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Border Collie vs Greyhound vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Border Collie vs Greyhound vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier playfulness comparison:
The Border Collie is a highly playful breed.
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Average: Greyhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Average: Staffordshire Bull Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Border Collie vs Greyhound vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier?
Low to Average: The Border Collie rarely barks.
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Low: The Greyhound barks none to minimal.
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Low: The Staffordshire Bull Terrier barks none to minimal.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Border Collie or Greyhound or Staffordshire Bull Terrier?
It is not recommended to keep the Border Collie breed in the home.
Very house-friendly dog the Greyhound breed.
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 Staffordshire Bull Terrier indoors.

Border Collie vs Greyhound vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Border Collie dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Greyhound dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Average: Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Border Collie or Greyhound or Staffordshire Bull Terrier?
Border Collie dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Staffordshire Bull Terrier 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 Greyhound vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Border Collie or Greyhound or Staffordshire Bull Terrier?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Border Collie bite force: Ordinary.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Greyhound bite force: The Strongest.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Staffordshire Bull Terrier bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Border Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Greyhound has a low chance of biting somebody.

Moderate

The Staffordshire Bull Terrier has an average chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Border Collie vs Greyhound vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier mouthiness comparison:
Border Collie dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Greyhound dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Border Collie vs Greyhound vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Border Collie vs Greyhound vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier health comparison. Which is the healthier: Border Collie vs Greyhound vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier?
The Border Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Greyhound is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Staffordshire Bull Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Border Collie vs Greyhound vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Border Collie vs Greyhound vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Collie Eye Anomaly
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Cataracts
Heart Murmurs
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Cancer
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Osteoarthritis
Sensitivity To Anesthesia
Osteosarcoma
Alopecia
Cold Intolerance
Pannus
Musculoskeletal Injuries
Vitreous Degeneration
Cataracts
Distichiasis
Mastocytoma
Persistent Hyperplastic Primary Vitreous
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Border Collie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Greyhound should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Staffordshire Bull Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Border Collie vs Greyhound vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier lifespan comparison. How long do Border Collie, Greyhound and Staffordshire Bull Terrier breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Border Collie: 13 years
9-13 years
The average lifespan of Greyhound: 11 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Staffordshire Bull Terrier: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Border Collie vs Greyhound vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier?
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 warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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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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Border Collie vs Greyhound vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Border Collie or Greyhound or Staffordshire Bull Terrier? Border Collie vs Greyhound vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier energy level comparison:
Border Collie dogs are high-energy dogs.
Greyhound dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Staffordshire Bull Terrier 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 Greyhound vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Border Collie or Greyhound or Staffordshire Bull Terrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Border Collie dogs need a lot of exercises.
Greyhound dogs exercise need is minimal.
Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Border Collie or Greyhound or Staffordshire Bull Terrier?
Border Collie dogs don't need too much sleep.
Greyhound dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.

Border Collie vs Greyhound vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Border Collie or Greyhound or Staffordshire Bull Terrier?
1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals. Males: 2.5 to 4 cups; Females: 1.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Border Collie vs Greyhound vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The Border Collie has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Greyhound has an average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Staffordshire Bull Terrier's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Border Collie vs Greyhound vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Border Collie vs Greyhound vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier coat comparison:
Dense
Feathered
Straight
Short
Moderately Long
Fine Smooth
Colors
What are the original Border Collie, Greyhound and Staffordshire Bull Terrier color?
Black
Tan
Red
Sable
Brindle
Lilac
Gold
Seal
White & Red
Slate
Sable Merle
Black & White
Tricolor
Blue merle
Blue merle-tricolor
Slate merle
Red merle
Saddleback Sable
White & Blue
White & Blue Merle
White & Red Merle
White Ticked
White & Gold
White & Sable
White & Seal
Black
Gray
Red
Blue
White
Black
Red
Blue
White
Fawn
Brindle
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Border Collie or Greyhound or Staffordshire Bull Terrier? Border Collie vs Greyhound vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier grooming comparison:
Average: The Border Collie requires average grooming effort.
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Effortless: The Greyhound requires minimal grooming.
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Effortless: The Staffordshire Bull Terrier requires minimal grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Border Collie or Greyhound or Staffordshire Bull Terrier? Border Collie or Greyhound or {name3 shedding:
Border Collie dogs shed moderately.
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Greyhound dogs shed moderately.
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Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Border Collie or Greyhound or Staffordshire Bull Terrier?
6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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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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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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Hypoallergenic
Border Collie vs Greyhound vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Border Collie vs Greyhound vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier?

Medium

The Border Collie has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Greyhound has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Staffordshire Bull Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Border Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Greyhound is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The Staffordshire Bull Terrier is an average drooler.
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Border Collie vs Greyhound vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Border Collie dogs are generally with other pets.
Greyhound dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Border Collie or Greyhound or Staffordshire Bull Terrier? Which dog is more friendly?
Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Greyhound dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Border Collie or Greyhound or Staffordshire Bull Terrier?
Border Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Greyhound dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Border Collie or Greyhound or Staffordshire Bull Terrier?
Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Greyhound dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Border Collie or Greyhound or Staffordshire Bull Terrier?
Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Greyhound dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs are not dog-friendly.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Border Collie vs Greyhound vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier?
Yes
Border Collie dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Greyhound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Staffordshire Bull Terrier 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
Greyhound is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Staffordshire Bull Terrier 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.
Greyhounds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Staffordshire Bull Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.

Border Collie vs Greyhound vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog
Which one could be a service dog?

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 Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Border Collie or Greyhound or Staffordshire Bull Terrier? Which is better for autism?

Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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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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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog
Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?

Yes

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

Not really

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

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR)
Which one could be a search and rescue dog?

Yes

This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.

Not really

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

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: Border Collie vs Greyhound vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier?

Not really

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

Greyhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Staffordshire Bull Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog
Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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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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Fighting Dog / Military Dog

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Yes

In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Border Collie vs Greyhound vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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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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Litter Size
How many puppies can Border Collie and Greyhound and Staffordshire Bull Terrier have?
4-8 puppies 1-12 puppies 5-7 puppies

Border Collie vs Greyhound vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1995 as a Herding breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1974 as a Terrier breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Short-haired Sighthounds section. Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Bull type Terriers section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
The American Int. Border Collie Registry
The American Border Collie Association
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
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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