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

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Name Border Collie Labrador Retriever Stabyhoun
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Group Pastoral / Herding Dogs Gun Dog Gun Dog
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Sheepdog
Scotch Sheep Dog
Lab
Labrador
Friese Stabij
Stabij
Stabijhoun
Staby
Beike
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Border Collie vs Labrador Retriever vs Stabyhoun breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Border Collie vs Labrador Retriever vs Stabyhoun Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Border Collie or Labrador Retriever or Stabyhoun? Which is the smallest dog, Border Collie or Labrador Retriever or Stabyhoun?
Large Large Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Border Collie or Labrador Retriever or Labrador Retriever? Border Collie vs Labrador Retriever vs Stabyhoun weight comparison:
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) 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: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg) 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Border Collie or Labrador Retriever or Stabyhoun? Border Collie vs Labrador Retriever vs Stabyhoun 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) 19-21 inches (49-53 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) 20 inches (51 cm)

Border Collie vs Labrador Retriever vs Stabyhoun Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Border Collie or Labrador Retriever or Stabyhoun? Which is more expensive?
$600-$800 $1000-$2000 $600-$800
Availability
Which is easier to get, Border Collie or Labrador Retriever or Stabyhoun?
Very frequent: The Border Collie is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Labrador Retriever is quite easy to get.
Average: The Stabyhoun is a commonly available dog breed.

Border Collie vs Labrador Retriever vs Stabyhoun Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Border Collie vs Labrador Retriever vs Stabyhoun intelligence:
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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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Trainability
Border Collie vs Labrador Retriever vs Stabyhoun trainability comparison.
Border Collie dogs are easy to train.
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Labrador Retriever dogs are very easy to train.
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Stabyhoun dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Border Collie or Labrador Retriever or Stabyhoun?
Border Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Labrador Retriever dogs are average watchdogs.
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Stabyhoun dogs are average watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Border Collie or Labrador Retriever or Stabyhoun? 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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Labrador Retriever dogs are average defenders.
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Stabyhoun dogs are average defenders.
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Border Collie vs Labrador Retriever vs Stabyhoun Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Border Collie or Labrador Retriever or Stabyhoun? Border Collie vs Labrador Retriever vs Stabyhoun behavior/temperament comparison:
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Responsive
Loyal
Tenacious
Playful
Loving
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Social
Cheerful
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Obedient
Loyal
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 Stabyhoun?
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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High: Stabyhoun dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Border Collie vs Labrador Retriever vs Stabyhoun 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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Stabyhoun 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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Stabyhoun 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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Stabyhoun dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Border Collie vs Labrador Retriever vs Stabyhoun Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Border Collie vs Labrador Retriever vs Stabyhoun playfulness comparison:
The Border Collie is a highly playful breed.
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The Labrador Retriever is a highly playful breed.
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The Stabyhoun is a highly playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Border Collie vs Labrador Retriever vs Stabyhoun?
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 Stabyhoun rarely barks.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Border Collie or Labrador Retriever or Stabyhoun?
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 Stabyhoun indoors.

Border Collie vs Labrador Retriever vs Stabyhoun 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.
Labrador Retriever dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Average: Stabyhoun 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 Labrador Retriever or Stabyhoun?
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.
Stabyhoun 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 Stabyhoun Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Border Collie or Labrador Retriever or Stabyhoun?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Border Collie bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Labrador Retriever bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Stabyhoun 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.

Moderate

The Labrador Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Stabyhoun has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Border Collie vs Labrador Retriever vs Stabyhoun mouthiness comparison:
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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Stabyhoun dogs have a low tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Border Collie vs Labrador Retriever vs Stabyhoun Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Border Collie vs Labrador Retriever vs Stabyhoun health comparison. Which is the healthier: Border Collie vs Labrador Retriever vs Stabyhoun?
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.
The Stabyhoun 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 Labrador Retriever vs Stabyhoun? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Border Collie vs Labrador Retriever vs Stabyhoun 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
Hip Dysplasia
Epilepsy
Elbow Dysplasia
Heart Disease
Work-related Injuries
Radius Curvus
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 Labrador Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Stabyhoun should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Border Collie vs Labrador Retriever vs Stabyhoun lifespan comparison. How long do Border Collie, Labrador Retriever and Stabyhoun breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Border Collie: 13 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Labrador Retriever: 11 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Stabyhoun: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Border Collie vs Labrador Retriever vs Stabyhoun?
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 warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Border Collie vs Labrador Retriever vs Stabyhoun Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Border Collie or Labrador Retriever or Stabyhoun? Border Collie vs Labrador Retriever vs Stabyhoun energy level comparison:
Border Collie dogs are high-energy dogs.
Labrador Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.
Stabyhoun 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 Stabyhoun exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Border Collie or Labrador Retriever or Stabyhoun? 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.
Stabyhoun dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Border Collie or Labrador Retriever or Stabyhoun?
Border Collie dogs don't need too much sleep.
Labrador Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.
Stabyhoun 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 Stabyhoun Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Border Collie or Labrador Retriever or Stabyhoun?
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. 2 to 2.5 cup 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 Labrador Retriever vs Stabyhoun weight gain potential comparison:
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: The Stabyhoun has an average risk for obesity.
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Border Collie vs Labrador Retriever vs Stabyhoun Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Border Collie vs Labrador Retriever vs Stabyhoun coat comparison:
Dense
Feathered
Straight
Short
Moderately Long
Dense
Waterproof
Hard
Short
Silky
Soft
Colors
What are the original Border Collie, Labrador Retriever and Stabyhoun 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
Yellow
Chocolate
Black
White
Brown
Orange
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Border Collie or Labrador Retriever or Stabyhoun? Border Collie vs Labrador Retriever vs Stabyhoun grooming comparison:
Average: The Border Collie requires average grooming effort.
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Effortless: The Labrador Retriever requires minimal grooming.
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Effortless: The Stabyhoun requires minimal grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Border Collie or Labrador Retriever or Stabyhoun? 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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Stabyhoun dogs shed above average.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Border Collie or Labrador Retriever or Stabyhoun?
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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Hypoallergenic
Border Collie vs Labrador Retriever vs Stabyhoun 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 Labrador Retriever vs Stabyhoun?

Medium

The Border Collie has an average chance of bad smell.

High 🔼

The Labrador Retriever has a high chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Stabyhoun 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 Labrador Retriever is an average drooler.
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The Stabyhoun is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Border Collie vs Labrador Retriever vs Stabyhoun Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
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.
Stabyhoun dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Border Collie or Labrador Retriever or Stabyhoun? Which dog is more friendly?
Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Labrador Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Stabyhoun dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Border Collie or Labrador Retriever or Stabyhoun?
Border Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Labrador Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Stabyhoun dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Border Collie or Labrador Retriever or Stabyhoun?
Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Labrador Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Stabyhoun dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Border Collie or Labrador Retriever or Stabyhoun?
Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Labrador Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Stabyhoun dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Border Collie vs Labrador Retriever vs Stabyhoun?
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
Stabyhoun 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
Stabyhoun 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.
Stabyhouns are usually recommended for elderly people.

Border Collie vs Labrador Retriever vs Stabyhoun 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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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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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Border Collie or Labrador Retriever or Stabyhoun? 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.

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 and Rescue Dog (SAR)
Which one could be a 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.

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 Labrador Retriever vs Stabyhoun?

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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Not really

Stabyhoun 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.

Not really

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

Border Collie vs Labrador Retriever vs Stabyhoun 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 Labrador Retriever and Stabyhoun have?
4-8 puppies 5-10 puppies 3-5 puppies

Border Collie vs Labrador Retriever vs Stabyhoun 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 1917 as a Sporting breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
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 Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section. Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs 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
Canadian Canine Registry
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