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Border Collie vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs German Pinscher Comparison - Dog breed selector: Sheepdog or Mini Aussie or Glatthaariger Pinscher? Find the right dog for you

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Name Border Collie Miniature Australian Shepherd German Pinscher
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Border Collie, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and German Pinscher breeds.
Sheepdog
Scotch Sheep Dog
Mini Aussie
Mini Aussie Shepherd
Mini Australian Shepherd
Miniature Aussie Shepherd
North American Shepherd
North American Miniature Australian Shepherd
Glatthaariger Pinscher
Standard Pinscher
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Border Collie, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and German Pinscher? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Border Collie vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs German Pinscher Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Border Collie, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and German Pinscher. Which breed is the largest?
Large Medium Medium
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Border Collie, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and German Pinscher? Compare adult weight ranges.
Male: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg), Female: 27-42 pounds (12-19 kg) 20–40 pounds (9-18 kg) 25-35 pounds (11-16 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Female: 34.5 pounds (15.5 kg) 30 pounds (13.5 kg) 30 pounds (13.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Border Collie or Miniature Australian Shepherd or German Pinscher? Border Collie vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs German Pinscher height comparison:
Male: 19-22 inches (48-56 cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46-53 cm) 13–18 inches (33-46 cm) 16-19 inches (41-48 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 20.5 inches (52 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (49.5 cm) 15.5 inches (39.5 cm) 17.5 inches (44.5 cm)

Border Collie vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs German Pinscher Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Border Collie, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and German Pinscher. Find price differences between these breeds.
$600-$800 $1000-$2000 $1400-$1600
Availability
Which is easier to get, Border Collie or Miniature Australian Shepherd or German Pinscher?
Very frequent: The Border Collie is quite easy to get.
Average: The Miniature Australian Shepherd is a commonly available dog breed.
Frequent: The German Pinscher is easier than average to get.

Border Collie vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs German Pinscher Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Border Collie, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and German Pinscher. Which breed ranks highest?
Outstanding: Border Collie is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Smart: The Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs have great intelligence.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Border Collie, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and German Pinscher. Which is easiest to train?
Border Collie dogs are easy to train.
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Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are very easy to train.
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German Pinscher dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Border Collie, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and German Pinscher. Which breed is most alert?
Border Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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German Pinscher dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Border Collie, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and German Pinscher. Which breed is most protective?
Border Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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German Pinscher dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Border Collie vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs German Pinscher Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Border Collie, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and German Pinscher? Compare temperaments.
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Responsive
Loyal
Tenacious
Active
Loving
Protective
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Good-natured
Loving
Courageous
Lively
Outright
Tempered
Spirited
Familiar
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: Miniature Australian Shepherd 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 Miniature Australian Shepherd vs German Pinscher?
High: Border Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Average to High: German Pinscher dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Social Needs
Border Collie vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs German Pinscher social needs comparison:
Border Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are a social breed.
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German Pinscher dogs need for social interaction is average.
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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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Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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The wanderlust potential of the German Pinscher 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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Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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German Pinscher dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Border Collie vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs German Pinscher Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Border Collie, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and German Pinscher. Which breed is most vocal?
Low to Average: The Border Collie rarely barks.
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Low to Average: The Miniature Australian Shepherd rarely barks.
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Average: The German Pinscher barks occasionally.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Border Collie, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and German Pinscher. Which breed is most playful?
The Border Collie is a highly playful breed.
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The Miniature Australian Shepherd is a highly playful breed.
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The German Pinscher is a playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Border Collie, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and German Pinscher. Which adapts best to small spaces?
It is not recommended to keep the Border Collie 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 Miniature Australian Shepherd indoors.
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 German Pinscher indoors.

Border Collie vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs German Pinscher Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Border Collie, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and German Pinscher. Which breed is most flexible?
Border Collie dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Average: German Pinscher dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Border Collie or Miniature Australian Shepherd or German Pinscher?
Border Collie dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Miniature Australian Shepherd 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.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Border Collie vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs German Pinscher Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Border Collie, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and German Pinscher. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The Border Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Miniature Australian Shepherd has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The German Pinscher has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Border Collie, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and German Pinscher. 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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Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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German Pinscher 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, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and German Pinscher. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Border Collie bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Miniature Australian Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

German Pinscher bite force: Ordinary.

Border Collie vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs German Pinscher Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Border Collie, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and German Pinscher. Which breed lives longest?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Border Collie: 13 years
9-13 years
The average lifespan of Miniature Australian Shepherd: 11 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of German Pinscher: 13 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Border Collie, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and German Pinscher. 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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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Miniature Australian Shepherd 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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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Border Collie, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and German Pinscher. 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 Miniature Australian Shepherd is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
German Pinschers are commonly healthy dogs.
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 Miniature Australian Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Rare
The German Pinscher 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 Miniature Australian Shepherd vs German Pinscher? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Border Collie vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs German Pinscher health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Collie Eye Anomaly
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Drug Sensitivity
Retinal Dysplasia
Glaucoma
Juvenile Cataracts
Iris Coloboma
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Border Collie vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs German Pinscher Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Border Collie, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and German Pinscher. Which breed is most active?
Border Collie dogs are high-energy dogs.
Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.
German Pinscher dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Border Collie vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs German Pinscher exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Border Collie or Miniature Australian Shepherd or German Pinscher? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Border Collie dogs need a lot of exercises.
Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs need a lot of exercises.
German Pinscher dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Border Collie or Miniature Australian Shepherd or German Pinscher?
Border Collie dogs don't need too much sleep.
Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.
German Pinscher dogs don't need too much sleep.

Border Collie vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs German Pinscher Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Border Collie, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and German Pinscher. Which is most prone to obesity?
Average: The Border Collie has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Miniature Australian Shepherd has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The German Pinscher has an average risk for obesity.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Border Collie, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and German Pinscher. Which needs most food?
1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals. 1 to 2 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.

Border Collie vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs German Pinscher Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Border Collie, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and German Pinscher. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Border Collie, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and German Pinscher. 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
Red
Red Merle
White & Black & Tan
Blue Merle
Black
Tan
Red
Blue
Brown
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Border Collie, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and German Pinscher. Which requires most maintenance?
Average: The Border Collie requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Miniature Australian Shepherd requires average grooming effort.
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Effortless: The German Pinscher requires minimal grooming.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Border Collie, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and German Pinscher. Which drools least?
The Border Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Miniature Australian Shepherd is an average drooler.
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The German Pinscher is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Border Collie, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and German Pinscher. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The Border Collie has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Miniature Australian Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The German Pinscher has a low chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Border Collie, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and German Pinscher. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Dense
Feathered
Straight
Short
Moderately Long
Feathered Dense
Shiny
Smooth
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Border Collie, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and German Pinscher. 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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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Border Collie or Miniature Australian Shepherd or German Pinscher? Border Collie or Miniature Australian Shepherd or {name3 shedding:
Border Collie dogs shed moderately.
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Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs shed moderately.
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German Pinscher dogs shed none to minimal.
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Border Collie vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs German Pinscher Good With Comparison

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

Border Collie vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs German Pinscher As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Border Collie, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and German Pinscher. Which is best suited for service work?

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 Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Border Collie, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and German Pinscher. Which excels in therapy work?

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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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, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and German Pinscher. 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, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and German Pinscher. 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, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and German Pinscher. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

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

Miniature Australian Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

German Pinscher breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Border Collie, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and German Pinscher. 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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Not really

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, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and German Pinscher. 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 Miniature Australian Shepherd vs German Pinscher Reproducibility Comparison

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

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Border Collie, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and German Pinscher. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1995 as a Herding breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2003 as a Working breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Border Collie, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and German Pinscher. 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. Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Pinscher and Schnauzer type section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Border Collie, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and German Pinscher. 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
America's Pet Registry
American Canine Association, Inc.
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

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