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Border Collie vs Labrador Retriever vs Newfoundland Comparison - Dog breed selector: Sheepdog or Lab or Blackbear? Find the right dog for you

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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Border Collie, Labrador Retriever, and Newfoundland breeds.
Sheepdog
Scotch Sheep Dog
Lab
Labrador
Blackbear
Newfie
The Gentle Giant
Newf
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Border Collie, Labrador Retriever, and Newfoundland? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Border Collie vs Labrador Retriever vs Newfoundland Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Border Collie, Labrador Retriever, and Newfoundland. Which breed is the largest?
Large Large Giant
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Border Collie, Labrador Retriever, and Newfoundland? Compare adult weight ranges.
Male: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg), Female: 27-42 pounds (12-19 kg) Male: 60-75 pounds (27-34kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg) Male: 130-150 pounds (59-68 kg), Female: 100-120 pounds (45-54 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: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg) Male: 140 pounds (63.5 kg), Female: 110 pounds (49.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Border Collie or Labrador Retriever or Newfoundland? Border Collie vs Labrador Retriever vs Newfoundland height comparison:
Male: 19-22 inches (48-56 cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46-53 cm) Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm) Male: 27-29 inches (69-74 cm), Female: 25-27 inches (63-69 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: 22 inches (55.5 cm) Male: 28 inches (71.5 cm), Female: 26 inches (66 cm)

Border Collie vs Labrador Retriever vs Newfoundland Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Border Collie, Labrador Retriever, and Newfoundland. Find price differences between these breeds.
$600-$800 $1000-$2000 $1500-$2000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Border Collie or Labrador Retriever or Newfoundland?
Very frequent: The Border Collie is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Labrador Retriever is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Newfoundland is quite easy to get.

Border Collie vs Labrador Retriever vs Newfoundland Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

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

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Border Collie, Labrador Retriever, and Newfoundland? Compare temperaments.
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Responsive
Loyal
Tenacious
Playful
Loving
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Social
Cheerful
Courageous
Intelligent
Loyal
Gentle
Social
Sweet
Cheerful
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: Labrador Retriever 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 Labrador Retriever vs Newfoundland?
High: Border Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Slightly Below Average: Labrador Retriever dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence.
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Average to High: Newfoundland dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Social Needs
Border Collie vs Labrador Retriever vs Newfoundland social needs comparison:
Border Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Newfoundland 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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Labrador Retriever dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Newfoundland dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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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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Labrador Retriever dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Newfoundland dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Border Collie vs Labrador Retriever vs Newfoundland Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Border Collie, Labrador Retriever, and Newfoundland. Which breed is most vocal?
Low to Average: The Border Collie rarely barks.
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Average: The Labrador Retriever barks occasionally.
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Low to Average: The Newfoundland rarely barks.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Border Collie, Labrador Retriever, and Newfoundland. Which breed is most playful?
The Border Collie is a highly playful breed.
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The Labrador Retriever is a highly playful breed.
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Average: Newfoundlands, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Border Collie, Labrador Retriever, and Newfoundland. 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 Labrador 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 Newfoundland indoors.

Border Collie vs Labrador Retriever vs Newfoundland Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

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

Low 🔽

The Border Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.

Moderate

The Labrador Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Newfoundland has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Border Collie, Labrador Retriever, and Newfoundland. 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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Labrador Retriever dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Newfoundland 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, Labrador Retriever, and Newfoundland. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Border Collie bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Labrador Retriever bite force: Ordinary.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Newfoundland bite force: The Strongest.

Border Collie vs Labrador Retriever vs Newfoundland Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Border Collie, Labrador Retriever, and Newfoundland. Which breed lives longest?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Border Collie: 13 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Labrador Retriever: 11 years
9-13 years
The average lifespan of Newfoundland: 11 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Border Collie, Labrador Retriever, and Newfoundland. 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 cold weather
The Newfoundland can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Border Collie, Labrador Retriever, and Newfoundland. 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 Labrador Retriever is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Very healthy dog breed.
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 Labrador Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Rare
The Newfoundland should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Border Collie vs Labrador Retriever vs Newfoundland? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Border Collie vs Labrador Retriever vs Newfoundland health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Collie Eye Anomaly
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Epilepsy
Ear Infections
Elbow Dysplasia
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia
Acute Moist Dermatitis
Cold Tail
Myopathy
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Cancer
Hypothyroidism
Bloat
Epilepsy
Cherry Eye
Elbow Dysplasia
Addison's Disease
Cystinuria
Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis

Border Collie vs Labrador Retriever vs Newfoundland Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Border Collie, Labrador Retriever, and Newfoundland. Which breed is most active?
Border Collie dogs are high-energy dogs.
Labrador Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.
Newfoundland 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 Labrador Retriever vs Newfoundland exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Border Collie or Labrador Retriever or Newfoundland? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Border Collie dogs need a lot of exercises.
Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.
Newfoundland dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Border Collie or Labrador Retriever or Newfoundland?
Border Collie dogs don't need too much sleep.
Labrador Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.
Newfoundland dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.

Border Collie vs Labrador Retriever vs Newfoundland Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Border Collie, Labrador Retriever, and Newfoundland. Which is most prone to obesity?
Average: The Border Collie has an average risk for obesity.
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High: The Labrador Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Newfoundland's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Border Collie, Labrador Retriever, and Newfoundland. Which needs most food?
1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals. Recommended daily amount: 2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 5 to 6 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

Border Collie vs Labrador Retriever vs Newfoundland Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Border Collie, Labrador Retriever, and Newfoundland. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Border Collie, Labrador Retriever, and Newfoundland. 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
Yellow
Chocolate
Black
Gray
White
Brown
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Border Collie, Labrador Retriever, and Newfoundland. Which requires most maintenance?
Average: The Border Collie requires average grooming effort.
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Effortless: The Labrador Retriever requires minimal grooming.
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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, Labrador Retriever, and Newfoundland. Which drools least?
The Border Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Labrador Retriever is an average drooler.
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The Newfoundland is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Border Collie, Labrador Retriever, and Newfoundland. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The Border Collie has an average chance of bad smell.

High 🔼

The Labrador Retriever has a high chance of bad smell.

High 🔼

The Newfoundland has a high chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Border Collie, Labrador Retriever, and Newfoundland. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Dense
Feathered
Straight
Short
Moderately Long
Dense
Waterproof
Hard
Short
Fluffy
Waterproof
Thick
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Border Collie, Labrador Retriever, and Newfoundland. 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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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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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 Labrador Retriever or Newfoundland? Border Collie or Labrador Retriever or {name3 shedding:
Border Collie dogs shed moderately.
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Labrador Retriever dogs shed moderately.
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Newfoundland dogs are heavy shedders.
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Border Collie vs Labrador Retriever vs Newfoundland Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Border Collie, Labrador Retriever, and Newfoundland. Which is best with kids?
Border Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Labrador Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Newfoundland 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.
Labrador Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Newfoundland dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Border Collie or Labrador Retriever or Newfoundland? Which dog is more friendly?
Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Labrador Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Newfoundland dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Border Collie or Labrador Retriever or Newfoundland?
Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Labrador Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Newfoundland dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Border Collie or Labrador Retriever or Newfoundland?
Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Labrador Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Newfoundland dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Border Collie vs Labrador Retriever vs Newfoundland?
Yes
Border Collie dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Labrador Retriever dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Newfoundland 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
Labrador Retriever is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Newfoundland 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.
Labrador Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Newfoundlands are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Border Collie vs Labrador Retriever vs Newfoundland As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Border Collie, Labrador Retriever, and Newfoundland. 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, Labrador Retriever, and Newfoundland. 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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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Border Collie, Labrador Retriever, and Newfoundland. 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, Labrador Retriever, and Newfoundland. 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, Labrador Retriever, and Newfoundland. 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

Labrador Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Yes

Newfoundland breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Border Collie, Labrador Retriever, and Newfoundland. 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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Yes

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, Labrador Retriever, and Newfoundland. 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 Labrador Retriever vs Newfoundland Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Border Collie, Labrador Retriever, and Newfoundland. Which has most puppies?
4-8 puppies 5-10 puppies 4-12 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Border Collie, Labrador Retriever, and Newfoundland. Any breeding differences?
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Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Border Collie, Labrador Retriever, and Newfoundland. 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 Labrador Retriever vs Newfoundland Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Border Collie, Labrador Retriever, and Newfoundland. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1995 as a Herding breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1917 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1886 as a Working breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Border Collie, Labrador Retriever, and Newfoundland. 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 Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Border Collie, Labrador Retriever, and Newfoundland. Which has most recognition?
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
The American Int. Border Collie Registry
The American Border Collie Association
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Canadian Canine Registry
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
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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