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

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

Border Collie vs Newfoundland vs Rottweiler Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Border Collie, Newfoundland, and Rottweiler. Which breed is the largest?
Large Giant Large
Giant
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Border Collie, Newfoundland, and Rottweiler? Compare adult weight ranges.
Male: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg), Female: 27-42 pounds (12-19 kg) Male: 130-150 pounds (59-68 kg), Female: 100-120 pounds (45-54 kg) Male: 95-130 pounds (43-59 kg), Female: 85-115 pounds (38-52 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: 140 pounds (63.5 kg), Female: 110 pounds (49.5 kg) Male: 112.5 pounds (51 kg), Female: 100 pounds (45 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Border Collie or Newfoundland or Rottweiler? Border Collie vs Newfoundland vs Rottweiler height comparison:
Male: 19-22 inches (48-56 cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46-53 cm) Male: 27-29 inches (69-74 cm), Female: 25-27 inches (63-69 cm) Male: 24-27 inches (61-69 cm), Female: 22-25 inches (56-63 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: 28 inches (71.5 cm), Female: 26 inches (66 cm) Male: 25.5 inches (65 cm), Female: 23.5 inches (59.5 cm)

Border Collie vs Newfoundland vs Rottweiler Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Border Collie, Newfoundland, and Rottweiler. Find price differences between these breeds.
$600-$800 $1500-$2000 $1200-$2000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Border Collie or Newfoundland or Rottweiler?
Very frequent: The Border Collie is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Newfoundland is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Rottweiler is quite easy to get.

Border Collie vs Newfoundland vs Rottweiler Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

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

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Border Collie, Newfoundland, and Rottweiler? Compare temperaments.
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Responsive
Loyal
Tenacious
Courageous
Intelligent
Loyal
Gentle
Social
Sweet
Cheerful
Independent
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Loyal
Fearless
Good-natured
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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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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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 Newfoundland vs Rottweiler?
High: Border Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: Newfoundland dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Average: Rottweiler dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Social Needs
Border Collie vs Newfoundland vs Rottweiler social needs comparison:
Border Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Newfoundland dogs are a social breed.
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Rottweiler dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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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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Newfoundland dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Rottweiler dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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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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Newfoundland dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Rottweiler dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Border Collie vs Newfoundland vs Rottweiler Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Border Collie, Newfoundland, and Rottweiler. Which breed is most vocal?
Low to Average: The Border Collie rarely barks.
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Low to Average: The Newfoundland rarely barks.
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Low: The Rottweiler barks none to minimal.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Border Collie, Newfoundland, and Rottweiler. Which breed is most playful?
The Border Collie is a highly playful breed.
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Average: Newfoundlands, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Average: Rottweilers, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Border Collie, Newfoundland, and Rottweiler. 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 Newfoundland 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 Rottweiler indoors.

Border Collie vs Newfoundland vs Rottweiler Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Border Collie vs Newfoundland vs Rottweiler Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Low 🔽

The Border Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Newfoundland has a low chance of biting somebody.

High 🔼

The Rottweiler has a high chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Border Collie, Newfoundland, and Rottweiler. 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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Newfoundland dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Rottweiler 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, Newfoundland, and Rottweiler. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Border Collie bite force: Ordinary.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Newfoundland bite force: The Strongest.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Rottweiler bite force: Ordinary.

Border Collie vs Newfoundland vs Rottweiler Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Border Collie, Newfoundland, and Rottweiler. Which breed lives longest?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Border Collie: 13 years
9-13 years
The average lifespan of Newfoundland: 11 years
8-12 years
The average lifespan of Rottweiler: 10 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Border Collie, Newfoundland, and Rottweiler. 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 cold weather
The Newfoundland can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Border Collie, Newfoundland, and Rottweiler. 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.
Very healthy dog breed.
The Rottweiler is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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.
Rare
The Newfoundland should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Average
The Rottweiler should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Border Collie vs Newfoundland vs Rottweiler? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Border Collie vs Newfoundland vs Rottweiler health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Collie Eye Anomaly
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Cancer
Hypothyroidism
Bloat
Epilepsy
Cherry Eye
Elbow Dysplasia
Addison's Disease
Cystinuria
Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Bloat
Elbow Dysplasia
Panosteitis
Aortic Stenosis
Osteosarcoma
Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis

Border Collie vs Newfoundland vs Rottweiler Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Border Collie, Newfoundland, and Rottweiler. Which breed is most active?
Border Collie 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.
Rottweiler dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Border Collie vs Newfoundland vs Rottweiler exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Border Collie or Newfoundland or Rottweiler? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Border Collie dogs need a lot of exercises.
Newfoundland dogs have an average exercise need.
Rottweiler dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Border Collie or Newfoundland or Rottweiler?
Border Collie 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.
Rottweiler dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.

Border Collie vs Newfoundland vs Rottweiler Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Border Collie, Newfoundland, and Rottweiler. Which is most prone to obesity?
Average: The Border Collie has an average risk for obesity.
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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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High: The Rottweiler breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Border Collie, Newfoundland, and Rottweiler. Which needs most food?
1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals. 5 to 6 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. Recommended daily amount: 4 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

Border Collie vs Newfoundland vs Rottweiler Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Border Collie, Newfoundland, and Rottweiler. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Border Collie, Newfoundland, and Rottweiler. 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
Gray
White
Brown
Black
Tan
Rust
Mahogany
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Border Collie, Newfoundland, and Rottweiler. Which requires most maintenance?
Average: The Border Collie requires average grooming effort.
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Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Effortless: The Rottweiler requires minimal grooming.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Border Collie, Newfoundland, and Rottweiler. Which drools least?
The Border Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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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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The Rottweiler drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Border Collie, Newfoundland, and Rottweiler. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The Border Collie has an average chance of bad smell.

High 🔼

The Newfoundland has a high chance of bad smell.

Medium

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

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Border Collie, Newfoundland, and Rottweiler. Which is best with kids?
Border Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Newfoundland dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Rottweiler dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Border Collie dogs are generally with other pets.
Newfoundland dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Rottweiler dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Border Collie or Newfoundland or Rottweiler? Which dog is more friendly?
Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Newfoundland dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Rottweiler dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Border Collie or Newfoundland or Rottweiler?
Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Newfoundland dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Rottweiler dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Border Collie or Newfoundland or Rottweiler?
Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Newfoundland dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Rottweiler dogs are not dog-friendly.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Border Collie vs Newfoundland vs Rottweiler?
Yes
Border Collie 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.
Yes
Rottweiler 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
Newfoundland is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Rottweiler 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.
Newfoundlands are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Rottweilers are not the best breed for elderly people.

Border Collie vs Newfoundland vs Rottweiler As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Border Collie, Newfoundland, and Rottweiler. 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, Newfoundland, and Rottweiler. 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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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Border Collie, Newfoundland, and Rottweiler. 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, Newfoundland, and Rottweiler. 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.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Border Collie, Newfoundland, and Rottweiler. 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

Newfoundland breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Not really

Rottweiler breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Border Collie, Newfoundland, and Rottweiler. 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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Yes

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, Newfoundland, and Rottweiler. 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.

Yes

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

Border Collie vs Newfoundland vs Rottweiler Reproducibility Comparison

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

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Border Collie, Newfoundland, and Rottweiler. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1995 as a Herding breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1886 as a Working breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1931 as a Working breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Border Collie, Newfoundland, and Rottweiler. 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 Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type 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, Newfoundland, and Rottweiler. 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
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
Colonial Rottweiler Club
Deutscher Rottweiler Klub
International Rottweiler Club

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