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Name	Border Collie	Maltipoo	Cavapoo
Origins	England Scotland Wales	Germany France Italy	Australia
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Designer Dogs	Companion Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Border Collie, Maltipoo, and Cavapoo breeds.	Sheepdog Scotch Sheep Dog	Maltapoo Malt-A-Poo Malte-Poo Maltese-Poodle MaltiPoodle Malt-oodles Moodle mPoo Multapoo Multipoo Multi-Poo Maltepoo	Cavoodle
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Border Collie, Maltipoo, and Cavapoo? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Cross Breed	Cross Breed

Border Collie vs Maltipoo vs Cavapoo Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Border Collie, Maltipoo, and Cavapoo. Which breed is the largest?	Large	Small Medium	Small Medium
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Border Collie, Maltipoo, and Cavapoo? Compare adult weight ranges.	Male: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg), Female: 27-42 pounds (12-19 kg)	5-20 pounds (2,5-9 kg)	12-24 pounds (5.4-11 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Female: 34.5 pounds (15.5 kg)	12.5 pounds (5,5 kg)	18 pounds (5.7.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Border Collie or Maltipoo or Cavapoo? Border Collie vs Maltipoo vs Cavapoo height comparison:	Male: 19-22 inches (48-56 cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46-53 cm)	10-13 inches (25-33 cm)	11-18 inches (28-45 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 20.5 inches (52 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (49.5 cm)	11.5 inches (27 cm)	14.5 inches (36.5 cm)

Border Collie vs Maltipoo vs Cavapoo Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Border Collie, Maltipoo, and Cavapoo. Find price differences between these breeds.	$600-$800	$400-$2000	$1200-$1800
Availability Which is easier to get, Border Collie or Maltipoo or Cavapoo?	Very frequent: The Border Collie is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Maltipoo is easier than average to get.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

Border Collie vs Maltipoo vs Cavapoo Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Border Collie, Maltipoo, and Cavapoo. Which breed ranks highest?	Outstanding: Border Collie is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Smart: The Maltipoo dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Very smart: Cavapoo is an excellent dog breed. See more.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between Border Collie, Maltipoo, and Cavapoo. Which is easiest to train?	Border Collie dogs are easy to train. See more.	Maltipoo dogs are easy to train. See more.	Cavapoo dogs are very easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Border Collie, Maltipoo, and Cavapoo. Which breed is most alert?	Border Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Maltipoo dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Cavapoo dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Border Collie, Maltipoo, and Cavapoo. Which breed is most protective?	Border Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Maltipoo dogs are average defenders. See more.	Cavapoo dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.
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Border Collie vs Maltipoo vs Cavapoo Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Border Collie, Maltipoo, and Cavapoo? Compare temperaments.	Energetic Protective Alert Intelligent Responsive Loyal Tenacious	Active Funny Intelligent Affectionate Obedient Companionable	Loving Intelligent Gentle
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.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
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Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Border Collie vs Maltipoo vs Cavapoo?	High: Border Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Maltipoo dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Cavapoo dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Border Collie vs Maltipoo vs Cavapoo social needs comparison:	Border Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Maltipoo dogs are a social breed. See more.	Cavapoo dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Border Collie dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Maltipoo is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Cavapoo dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. 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.	Maltipoo dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Cavapoo 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.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Border Collie vs Maltipoo vs Cavapoo Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Border Collie, Maltipoo, and Cavapoo. Which breed is most vocal?	Low to Average: The Border Collie rarely barks. See more.	A lot: Maltipoo is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Average: The Cavapoo barks occasionally. See more.
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Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Border Collie, Maltipoo, and Cavapoo. Which breed is most playful?	The Border Collie is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Maltipoo is a playful breed. See more.	Average: Cavapoos, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Border Collie, Maltipoo, and Cavapoo. Which adapts best to small spaces?	It is not recommended to keep the Border Collie breed in the home.	Very house-friendly dog the Maltipoo breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Cavapoo breed.
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Border Collie vs Maltipoo vs Cavapoo Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Border Collie vs Maltipoo vs Cavapoo Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Compare biting potential between Border Collie, Maltipoo, and Cavapoo. Which has lowest bite risk?	Low 🔽 The Border Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Maltipoo has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Cavapoo has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Compare mouthing tendencies between Border Collie, Maltipoo, and Cavapoo. Which uses mouth most during play?	Border Collie dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Maltipoo dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Cavapoo dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Compare bite forces between Border Collie, Maltipoo, and Cavapoo. Which has the strongest bite?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Border Collie bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Maltipoo bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Cavapoo bite force: Weak.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Border Collie vs Maltipoo vs Cavapoo Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Border Collie, Maltipoo, and Cavapoo. Which breed lives longest?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Border Collie: 13 years	9-13 years The average lifespan of Maltipoo: 11 years	9-15 years The average lifespan of Cavapoo: 12 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Border Collie, Maltipoo, and Cavapoo. 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.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Cavapoo can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in Border Collie, Maltipoo, and Cavapoo. 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.	Maltipoos tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Very healthy dog breed.
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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.	Frequent The Maltipoo should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Rare The Cavapoo should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Border Collie vs Maltipoo vs Cavapoo? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Border Collie vs Maltipoo vs Cavapoo health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Collie Eye Anomaly Osteochondrosis Dissecans	Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Portosystemic Liver Shunt White Dog Shaker Syndrome	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation

Border Collie vs Maltipoo vs Cavapoo Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between Border Collie, Maltipoo, and Cavapoo. Which breed is most active?	Border Collie dogs are high-energy dogs.	Maltipoo dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Cavapoo dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Border Collie vs Maltipoo vs Cavapoo exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Border Collie or Maltipoo or Cavapoo? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Border Collie dogs need a lot of exercises.	Maltipoo dogs have an average exercise need.	Cavapoo dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Border Collie or Maltipoo or Cavapoo?	Border Collie dogs don't need too much sleep.	Maltipoo dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Cavapoo dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
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Border Collie vs Maltipoo vs Cavapoo Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Border Collie, Maltipoo, and Cavapoo. Which is most prone to obesity?	Average: The Border Collie has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The Maltipoo has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Cavapoo's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Border Collie, Maltipoo, and Cavapoo. Which needs most food?	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.	0.5 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	0.5 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
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Border Collie vs Maltipoo vs Cavapoo Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Border Collie, Maltipoo, and Cavapoo. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	No See more.	Yes See more.	Yes See more.
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Coat Colors Compare color variations between Border Collie, Maltipoo, and Cavapoo. 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 Cream White Grey Gold Apricot Almost all colors	Black Cream White Sable Tricolor Chestnut Apricot Red sable Phantom
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Border Collie, Maltipoo, and Cavapoo. Which requires most maintenance?	Average: The Border Collie requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Maltipoo requires average grooming effort. See more.	Advanced: The Cavapoo requires a lot of grooming. See more.
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Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Border Collie, Maltipoo, and Cavapoo. Which drools least?	The Border Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Maltipoo is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Cavapoo is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Border Collie, Maltipoo, and Cavapoo. Which has least natural smell?	Medium ⏺ The Border Collie has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Maltipoo has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Cavapoo has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Border Collie, Maltipoo, and Cavapoo. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Dense Feathered Straight Short Moderately Long	Fluffy Soft Wavy Woolly	Curly Wavy Straight
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Border Collie, Maltipoo, and Cavapoo. Which requires most frequent baths?	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Border Collie or Maltipoo or Cavapoo? Border Collie or Maltipoo or {name3 shedding:	Border Collie dogs shed moderately. See more.	Maltipoo dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Cavapoo dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Border Collie vs Maltipoo vs Cavapoo Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between Border Collie, Maltipoo, and Cavapoo. Which is best with kids?	Border Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Maltipoo dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Cavapoo dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
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Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Border Collie dogs are generally with other pets.	Maltipoo dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Cavapoo dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Border Collie or Maltipoo or Cavapoo? Which dog is more friendly?	Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Maltipoo dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Cavapoo dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Border Collie or Maltipoo or Cavapoo?	Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Maltipoo dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Cavapoo dogs are average friendly towards cats.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Border Collie or Maltipoo or Cavapoo?	Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Maltipoo dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Cavapoo dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Border Collie vs Maltipoo vs Cavapoo?	Yes Border Collie dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Maltipoo dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Cavapoo 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 Maltipoo is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Cavapoo 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.	Maltipoos are usually recommended for elderly people.	Cavapoos are commonly okay with elderly people.

Border Collie vs Maltipoo vs Cavapoo As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Border Collie, Maltipoo, and Cavapoo. 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.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Compare therapy dog potential between Border Collie, Maltipoo, and Cavapoo. 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.
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Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between Border Collie, Maltipoo, and Cavapoo. Which has best nose work ability?	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 & Rescue Potential Compare search and rescue potential between Border Collie, Maltipoo, and Cavapoo. Which is best for SAR work?	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.
Maritime Work Ability Compare boating aptitude between Border Collie, Maltipoo, and Cavapoo. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really Border Collie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Maltipoo breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Cavapoo breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Border Collie, Maltipoo, and Cavapoo. 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, Maltipoo, and Cavapoo. 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 Maltipoo vs Cavapoo Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Border Collie, Maltipoo, and Cavapoo. Which has most puppies?	4-8 puppies	4-6 puppies	2-8 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Border Collie, Maltipoo, and Cavapoo. 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, Maltipoo, and Cavapoo. 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 Maltipoo vs Cavapoo Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Border Collie, Maltipoo, and Cavapoo. How are they classified?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1995 as a Herding breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Border Collie, Maltipoo, and Cavapoo. How are they classified internationally?	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Border Collie, Maltipoo, and Cavapoo. 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	Continental Kennel Club American Canine Hybrid Club Designer Breed Registry Designer Dogs Kennel Club National Maltipoo Club Maltipoo Club of America	Dog Registry of America Inc. American Canine Hybrid Club Designer Breed Registry Designer Dogs Kennel Club International Designer Canine Registry

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