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Name	Border Collie	Podenco Canario	Spanish Greyhound
Origins	England Scotland Wales	Spain	Spain
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Border Collie, Podenco Canario, and Spanish Greyhound breeds.	Sheepdog Scotch Sheep Dog	Canarian Hound Canarian Warren Hound Canary Islands Hound Canary Islands Warren Hound	Galgo Spanish Galgo Spanish Greyhound
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Border Collie, Podenco Canario, and Spanish Greyhound? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Border Collie vs Podenco Canario vs Spanish Greyhound Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Border Collie, Podenco Canario, and Spanish Greyhound. Which breed is the largest?	Large	Large	Large
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Border Collie, Podenco Canario, and Spanish Greyhound? Compare adult weight ranges.	Male: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg), Female: 27-42 pounds (12-19 kg)	Male: 44-55 pounds (20-25 kg), Female: 37-46 pounds (17-21 kg)	Male: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg), Female: 44-57 pounds (20-26 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: 50 pounds (22.5 kg), Female: 41.5 pounds (19 kg)	Male: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg), Female: 50.5 pounds (23 kg)
Height Which is taller, Border Collie or Podenco Canario or Spanish Greyhound? Border Collie vs Podenco Canario vs Spanish Greyhound height comparison:	Male: 19-22 inches (48-56 cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46-53 cm)	Male: 21-25 inches (53-63,5 cm), Female: 20-24 inches (51-61 cm)	Male: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm), Female: 23-26 inches (58-66 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 20.5 inches (52 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (49.5 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)	Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 24.5 inches (62 cm)

Border Collie vs Podenco Canario vs Spanish Greyhound Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Border Collie, Podenco Canario, and Spanish Greyhound. Find price differences between these breeds.	$600-$800	$1000-$1200	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Border Collie or Podenco Canario or Spanish Greyhound?	Very frequent: The Border Collie is quite easy to get.	Average: The Podenco Canario is a commonly available dog breed.	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 Podenco Canario vs Spanish Greyhound Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Border Collie, Podenco Canario, and Spanish Greyhound. Which breed ranks highest?	Outstanding: Border Collie is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Smart: The Podenco Canario dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between Border Collie, Podenco Canario, and Spanish Greyhound. Which is easiest to train?	Border Collie dogs are easy to train. See more.	Podenco Canario dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Spanish Greyhound dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Border Collie, Podenco Canario, and Spanish Greyhound. Which breed is most alert?	Border Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Podenco Canario dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Spanish Greyhound dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Border Collie, Podenco Canario, and Spanish Greyhound. Which breed is most protective?	Border Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Podenco Canario dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Spanish Greyhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.
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Border Collie vs Podenco Canario vs Spanish Greyhound Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Border Collie, Podenco Canario, and Spanish Greyhound? Compare temperaments.	Energetic Protective Alert Intelligent Responsive Loyal Tenacious	Active Intelligent Friendly Calm Fast	Affectionate Gentle Quiet Calm
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.	Podenco Canario dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Sensitive: Spanish Greyhound dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Border Collie vs Podenco Canario vs Spanish Greyhound?	High: Border Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: Podenco Canario dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Spanish Greyhound 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 Podenco Canario vs Spanish Greyhound social needs comparison:	Border Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Podenco Canario dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Spanish Greyhound dogs need for social interaction is average. 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 Podenco Canario is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Spanish Greyhound dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. 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.	Podenco Canario dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Spanish Greyhound 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 Podenco Canario vs Spanish Greyhound Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Border Collie, Podenco Canario, and Spanish Greyhound. Which breed is most vocal?	Low to Average: The Border Collie rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Podenco Canario rarely barks. See more.	Low: The Spanish Greyhound barks none to minimal. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Border Collie, Podenco Canario, and Spanish Greyhound. Which breed is most playful?	The Border Collie is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Podenco Canario is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Spanish Greyhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Border Collie, Podenco Canario, and Spanish Greyhound. Which adapts best to small spaces?	It is not recommended to keep the Border Collie breed in the home.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Podenco Canario breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Spanish Greyhound breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Border Collie vs Podenco Canario vs Spanish Greyhound Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Border Collie vs Podenco Canario vs Spanish Greyhound Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Border Collie vs Podenco Canario vs Spanish Greyhound Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Border Collie, Podenco Canario, and Spanish Greyhound. Which breed lives longest?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Border Collie: 13 years	11-13 years The average lifespan of Podenco Canario: 12 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Spanish Greyhound: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Border Collie, Podenco Canario, and Spanish Greyhound. 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.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in Border Collie, Podenco Canario, and Spanish Greyhound. 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.	Podenco Canarios are commonly healthy dogs.	Spanish Greyhounds tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.
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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.	Rare The Podenco Canario should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Frequent The Spanish Greyhound should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Border Collie vs Podenco Canario vs Spanish Greyhound? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Border Collie vs Podenco Canario vs Spanish Greyhound health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Collie Eye Anomaly Osteochondrosis Dissecans	No data available	No data available

Border Collie vs Podenco Canario vs Spanish Greyhound Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between Border Collie, Podenco Canario, and Spanish Greyhound. Which breed is most active?	Border Collie dogs are high-energy dogs.	Podenco Canario dogs are high-energy dogs.	Spanish Greyhound dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Border Collie vs Podenco Canario vs Spanish Greyhound exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Border Collie or Podenco Canario or Spanish Greyhound? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Border Collie dogs need a lot of exercises.	Podenco Canario dogs need a lot of exercises.	Spanish Greyhound dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Border Collie or Podenco Canario or Spanish Greyhound?	Border Collie dogs don't need too much sleep.	Podenco Canario dogs don't need too much sleep.	Spanish Greyhound dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Border Collie vs Podenco Canario vs Spanish Greyhound Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Border Collie, Podenco Canario, and Spanish Greyhound. Which is most prone to obesity?	Average: The Border Collie has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Podenco Canario has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Spanish Greyhound has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Border Collie, Podenco Canario, and Spanish Greyhound. Which needs most food?	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.	2 to 2.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.	2.5 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Border Collie vs Podenco Canario vs Spanish Greyhound Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Border Collie, Podenco Canario, and Spanish Greyhound. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Coat Colors Compare color variations between Border Collie, Podenco Canario, and Spanish Greyhound. 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	White Brown Yellow Chocolate	Black Red White Yellow Cinnamon
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Border Collie, Podenco Canario, and Spanish Greyhound. Which requires most maintenance?	Average: The Border Collie requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Podenco Canario requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The Spanish Greyhound requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Border Collie, Podenco Canario, and Spanish Greyhound. Which drools least?	The Border Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Podenco Canario is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Spanish Greyhound drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Border Collie, Podenco Canario, and Spanish Greyhound. Which has least natural smell?	Medium ⏺ The Border Collie has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Podenco Canario has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Spanish Greyhound has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Border Collie, Podenco Canario, and Spanish Greyhound. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Dense Feathered Straight Short Moderately Long	Dense Shiny	Smooth
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Border Collie, Podenco Canario, and Spanish Greyhound. Which requires most frequent baths?	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Border Collie or Podenco Canario or Spanish Greyhound? Border Collie or Podenco Canario or {name3 shedding:	Border Collie dogs shed moderately. See more.	Podenco Canario dogs shed moderately. See more.	Spanish Greyhound dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Border Collie vs Podenco Canario vs Spanish Greyhound Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between Border Collie, Podenco Canario, and Spanish Greyhound. Which is best with kids?	Border Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Podenco Canario dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Spanish Greyhound dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Border Collie dogs are generally with other pets.	Podenco Canario dogs are generally with other pets.	Spanish Greyhound dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Border Collie or Podenco Canario or Spanish Greyhound? Which dog is more friendly?	Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Podenco Canario dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Spanish Greyhound dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Border Collie or Podenco Canario or Spanish Greyhound?	Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Podenco Canario dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Spanish Greyhound dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Border Collie or Podenco Canario or Spanish Greyhound?	Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Podenco Canario dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Spanish Greyhound dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Border Collie vs Podenco Canario vs Spanish Greyhound?	Yes Border Collie dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Podenco Canario dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Spanish Greyhound 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 Podenco Canario is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Spanish Greyhound 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.	Podenco Canarios are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Spanish Greyhounds are usually recommended for elderly people.

Border Collie vs Podenco Canario vs Spanish Greyhound As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Border Collie, Podenco Canario, and Spanish Greyhound. Which is best suited for service work?	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Compare therapy dog potential between Border Collie, Podenco Canario, and Spanish Greyhound. Which excels in therapy work?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between Border Collie, Podenco Canario, and Spanish Greyhound. 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, Podenco Canario, and Spanish Greyhound. 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, Podenco Canario, and Spanish Greyhound. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really Border Collie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Podenco Canario breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Spanish Greyhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Border Collie, Podenco Canario, and Spanish Greyhound. 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, Podenco Canario, and Spanish Greyhound. 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 Podenco Canario vs Spanish Greyhound Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Border Collie, Podenco Canario, and Spanish Greyhound. Which has most puppies?	4-8 puppies	6-12 puppies	6-8 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Border Collie, Podenco Canario, and Spanish Greyhound. 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, Podenco Canario, and Spanish Greyhound. 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 Podenco Canario vs Spanish Greyhound Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Border Collie, Podenco Canario, and Spanish Greyhound. 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, Podenco Canario, and Spanish Greyhound. 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 Spitz and primitive types group, in the Primitive type - Hunting Dogs section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Border Collie, Podenco Canario, and Spanish Greyhound. 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	No data available	No data available

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