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Border Collie vs Pharaoh Hound vs Siberian Husky Comparison - Dog breed selector: Sheepdog or Pharaoh or Chuksha? Find the right dog for you

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Name Border Collie Pharaoh Hound Siberian Husky
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Sheepdog
Scotch Sheep Dog
Pharaoh
Kelb Tal-Fenek
Chuksha
Husky
Icee
Sibe
Chukcha
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Border Collie vs Pharaoh Hound vs Siberian Husky breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Border Collie vs Pharaoh Hound vs Siberian Husky Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Border Collie or Pharaoh Hound or Siberian Husky? Which is the smallest dog, Border Collie or Pharaoh Hound or Siberian Husky?
Large Medium Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Border Collie or Pharaoh Hound or Pharaoh Hound? Border Collie vs Pharaoh Hound vs Siberian Husky weight comparison:
Male: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg), Female: 27-42 pounds (12-19 kg) 45-55 pounds (20-25 kg) Male: 45–60 pounds (20–27 kg), Female: 35–50 pounds (16–23 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Female: 34.5 pounds (15.5 kg) 50 pounds (22.5 kg) Male: 45–60 pounds (20–27 kg), Female: 35–50 pounds (16–23 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Border Collie or Pharaoh Hound or Siberian Husky? Border Collie vs Pharaoh Hound vs Siberian Husky height comparison:
Male: 19-22 inches (48-56 cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46-53 cm) Male: 23-25 inches (59-63 cm), Female: 21-24 inches (53-61 cm) Male: 21–24 inches (53–61 cm), Female: 20–22 inches (51–56 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: 24 inches (61 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm) Male: 21–24 inches (53–61 cm), Female: 20–22 inches (51–56 cm)

Border Collie vs Pharaoh Hound vs Siberian Husky Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Border Collie or Pharaoh Hound or Siberian Husky? Which is more expensive?
$600-$800 $1800-$2000 $700-$1200
Availability
Which is easier to get, Border Collie or Pharaoh Hound or Siberian Husky?
Very frequent: The Border Collie is quite easy to get.
Frequent: The Pharaoh Hound is easier than average to get.
Very frequent: The Siberian Husky is quite easy to get.

Border Collie vs Pharaoh Hound vs Siberian Husky Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Border Collie vs Pharaoh Hound vs Siberian Husky intelligence:
Outstanding: Border Collie is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Smart: The Pharaoh Hound dogs have great intelligence.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Trainability
Border Collie vs Pharaoh Hound vs Siberian Husky trainability comparison.
Border Collie dogs are easy to train.
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Pharaoh Hound dogs are easy to train.
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Siberian Husky dogs are hard to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Border Collie or Pharaoh Hound or Siberian Husky?
Border Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Pharaoh Hound dogs are not the best watchdogs.
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Siberian Husky dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Border Collie or Pharaoh Hound or Siberian Husky? 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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Pharaoh Hound dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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Siberian Husky dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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Border Collie vs Pharaoh Hound vs Siberian Husky Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Border Collie or Pharaoh Hound or Siberian Husky? Border Collie vs Pharaoh Hound vs Siberian Husky behavior/temperament comparison:
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Responsive
Loyal
Tenacious
Active
Playful
Intelligent
Affectionate
Sociable
Trainable
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
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.
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Sensitive: Pharaoh Hound 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 Pharaoh Hound vs Siberian Husky?
High: Border Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: Pharaoh Hound dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: Siberian Husky dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Border Collie vs Pharaoh Hound vs Siberian Husky social needs comparison:
Border Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Pharaoh Hound dogs are a social breed.
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Siberian Husky 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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The wanderlust potential of the Pharaoh Hound is strong enough to escape from home.
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Siberian Husky dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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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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Pharaoh Hound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Siberian Husky 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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Border Collie vs Pharaoh Hound vs Siberian Husky Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Border Collie vs Pharaoh Hound vs Siberian Husky playfulness comparison:
The Border Collie is a highly playful breed.
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Average: Pharaoh Hounds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Siberian Husky is a playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Border Collie vs Pharaoh Hound vs Siberian Husky?
Low to Average: The Border Collie rarely barks.
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Low to Average: The Pharaoh Hound rarely barks.
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Average: The Siberian Husky barks occasionally.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Border Collie or Pharaoh Hound or Siberian Husky?
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 Pharaoh Hound indoors.
It is not recommended to keep the Siberian Husky breed in the home.

Border Collie vs Pharaoh Hound vs Siberian Husky 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.
Pharaoh Hound dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Siberian Husky dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Border Collie or Pharaoh Hound or Siberian Husky?
Border Collie dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Pharaoh Hound 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 Pharaoh Hound vs Siberian Husky Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Border Collie or Pharaoh Hound or Siberian Husky?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Border Collie bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Pharaoh Hound bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Siberian Husky 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.

Low 🔽

The Pharaoh Hound has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Siberian Husky has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Border Collie vs Pharaoh Hound vs Siberian Husky mouthiness comparison:
Border Collie dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Pharaoh Hound dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Siberian Husky dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Border Collie vs Pharaoh Hound vs Siberian Husky Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Border Collie vs Pharaoh Hound vs Siberian Husky health comparison. Which is the healthier: Border Collie vs Pharaoh Hound vs Siberian Husky?
The Border Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Pharaoh Hounds tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.
The Siberian Husky 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 Pharaoh Hound vs Siberian Husky? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Border Collie vs Pharaoh Hound vs Siberian Husky health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Collie Eye Anomaly
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
No data available Cataracts
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Corneal Dystrophy
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.
Frequent
The Pharaoh Hound should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Average
The Siberian Husky should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Border Collie vs Pharaoh Hound vs Siberian Husky lifespan comparison. How long do Border Collie, Pharaoh Hound and Siberian Husky breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Border Collie: 13 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Pharaoh Hound: 13 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Siberian Husky: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Border Collie vs Pharaoh Hound vs Siberian Husky?
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 warm weather
Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates.
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Prefers cold weather
The Siberian Husky can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Border Collie vs Pharaoh Hound vs Siberian Husky Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Border Collie or Pharaoh Hound or Siberian Husky? Border Collie vs Pharaoh Hound vs Siberian Husky energy level comparison:
Border Collie dogs are high-energy dogs.
Pharaoh Hound dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Siberian Husky dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Border Collie vs Pharaoh Hound vs Siberian Husky exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Border Collie or Pharaoh Hound or Siberian Husky? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Border Collie dogs need a lot of exercises.
Pharaoh Hound dogs have an average exercise need.
Siberian Husky dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Border Collie or Pharaoh Hound or Siberian Husky?
Border Collie dogs don't need too much sleep.
Pharaoh Hound dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
Siberian Husky dogs don't need too much sleep.

Border Collie vs Pharaoh Hound vs Siberian Husky Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Border Collie or Pharaoh Hound or Siberian Husky?
1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals. 2 to 2.5 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. Recommended daily amount: 2.5 to 3 cups 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 Pharaoh Hound vs Siberian Husky weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The Border Collie has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Pharaoh Hound has an average risk for obesity.
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Low to Average: The Siberian Husky has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Border Collie vs Pharaoh Hound vs Siberian Husky Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Border Collie vs Pharaoh Hound vs Siberian Husky coat comparison:
Dense
Feathered
Straight
Short
Moderately Long
Shiny Fluffy
Colors
What are the original Border Collie, Pharaoh Hound and Siberian Husky 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
Tan
Red
White
Golden
Chestnut
Black
Gray
Red
White
Sable
Agouti
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Border Collie or Pharaoh Hound or Siberian Husky? Border Collie vs Pharaoh Hound vs Siberian Husky grooming comparison:
Average: The Border Collie requires average grooming effort.
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Effortless: The Pharaoh Hound requires minimal grooming.
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Average: The Siberian Husky requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Border Collie or Pharaoh Hound or Siberian Husky? Border Collie or Pharaoh Hound or {name3 shedding:
Border Collie dogs shed moderately.
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Pharaoh Hound dogs shed none to minimal.
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Siberian Husky dogs shed above average.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Border Collie or Pharaoh Hound or Siberian Husky?
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 Pharaoh Hound vs Siberian Husky 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 Pharaoh Hound vs Siberian Husky?

Medium

The Border Collie has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Pharaoh Hound has an average chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Siberian Husky has a low 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 Pharaoh Hound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Siberian Husky is an average drooler.
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Border Collie vs Pharaoh Hound vs Siberian Husky Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Border Collie dogs are generally with other pets.
Pharaoh Hound dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Siberian Husky dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Border Collie or Pharaoh Hound or Siberian Husky? Which dog is more friendly?
Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Pharaoh Hound dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Siberian Husky dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Border Collie or Pharaoh Hound or Siberian Husky?
Border Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Pharaoh Hound dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Siberian Husky dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Border Collie or Pharaoh Hound or Siberian Husky?
Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Pharaoh Hound dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Siberian Husky dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Border Collie or Pharaoh Hound or Siberian Husky?
Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Pharaoh Hound dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Siberian Husky dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Border Collie vs Pharaoh Hound vs Siberian Husky?
Yes
Border Collie dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Pharaoh Hound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
No
Siberian Husky dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Border Collie is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Pharaoh Hound is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Siberian Husky 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.
Pharaoh Hounds are usually recommended for elderly people.
Siberian Huskys are usually recommended for elderly people.

Border Collie vs Pharaoh Hound vs Siberian Husky 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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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 Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Border Collie or Pharaoh Hound or Siberian Husky? Which is better for autism?

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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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.

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

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 Pharaoh Hound vs Siberian Husky?

Not really

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

Pharaoh Hound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Siberian Husky 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.

Yes

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

Border Collie vs Pharaoh Hound vs Siberian Husky 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 Pharaoh Hound and Siberian Husky have?
4-8 puppies 6-8 puppies 4-8 puppies

Border Collie vs Pharaoh Hound vs Siberian Husky 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 1983 as a Hound breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1930 as a Working breed.
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 Spitz and primitive types group, in the Primitive type section. Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Sledge 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
No data available American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

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