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Border Collie vs Sealyham Terrier vs Bukovina Sheepdog Comparison - Dog breed selector: Sheepdog or Cowley Terrier or Bucovina Shepherd? Find the right dog for you

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Name Border Collie Sealyham Terrier Bukovina Sheepdog
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Sheepdog
Scotch Sheep Dog
Cowley Terrier
Welsh Border Terrier
Bucovina Shepherd
Bucovina Wolf Dog
Bukovina
Bukovinak
Caine Ciobanesc de Bucovina
Capau
Ciobanesc de Bucovina
Dulau
Southeastern European Shepherd
Bucovina Sheepdog
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Border Collie vs Sealyham Terrier vs Bukovina Sheepdog breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Border Collie vs Sealyham Terrier vs Bukovina Sheepdog Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Border Collie or Sealyham Terrier or Bukovina Sheepdog? Which is the smallest dog, Border Collie or Sealyham Terrier or Bukovina Sheepdog?
Large Small Large
Giant
Weight
Which is heavier, Border Collie or Sealyham Terrier or Sealyham Terrier? Border Collie vs Sealyham Terrier vs Bukovina Sheepdog weight comparison:
Male: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg), Female: 27-42 pounds (12-19 kg) 20 pounds (9 kg) Male: 110–200 pounds (50–90 kg), Female: 110–180 pounds (50–80 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Female: 34.5 pounds (15.5 kg) 20 pounds (9 kg) Male: 155 pounds (70 kg), Female: 145 pounds (65 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Border Collie or Sealyham Terrier or Bukovina Sheepdog? Border Collie vs Sealyham Terrier vs Bukovina Sheepdog height comparison:
Male: 19-22 inches (48-56 cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46-53 cm) 12 inches (30 cm) Male: 27–31 inch (68–78 cm), Female: 25–28 inch (64–72 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 20.5 inches (52 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (49.5 cm) 12 inches (30 cm) Male: 29 inch (73 cm), Female: 26.5 inch (68 cm)

Border Collie vs Sealyham Terrier vs Bukovina Sheepdog Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Border Collie or Sealyham Terrier or Bukovina Sheepdog? Which is more expensive?
$600-$800 $800-$1000 $700-$1000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Border Collie or Sealyham Terrier or Bukovina Sheepdog?
Very frequent: The Border Collie is quite easy to get.
Frequent: The Sealyham Terrier is easier than average to get.
Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

Border Collie vs Sealyham Terrier vs Bukovina Sheepdog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Border Collie vs Sealyham Terrier vs Bukovina Sheepdog intelligence:
Outstanding: Border Collie is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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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 Sealyham Terrier vs Bukovina Sheepdog trainability comparison.
Border Collie dogs are easy to train.
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Sealyham Terrier dogs are quite easy to train.
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Bukovina Sheepdog dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Border Collie or Sealyham Terrier or Bukovina Sheepdog?
Border Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Sealyham Terrier dogs are average watchdogs.
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Bukovina Sheepdog dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Border Collie or Sealyham Terrier or Bukovina Sheepdog? 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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Sealyham Terrier dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Bukovina Sheepdog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Border Collie vs Sealyham Terrier vs Bukovina Sheepdog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Border Collie or Sealyham Terrier or Bukovina Sheepdog? Border Collie vs Sealyham Terrier vs Bukovina Sheepdog behavior/temperament comparison:
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Responsive
Loyal
Tenacious
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Outright
Tempered
Fearless
Calm
Courageous
Devoted
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.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Bukovina Sheepdog dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Border Collie vs Sealyham Terrier vs Bukovina Sheepdog?
High: Border Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Sealyham Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Bukovina Sheepdog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Border Collie vs Sealyham Terrier vs Bukovina Sheepdog social needs comparison:
Border Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Sealyham Terrier dogs are kinda antisocial.
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Bukovina Sheepdog 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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Sealyham Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Bukovina Sheepdog dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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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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Sealyham Terrier dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Bukovina Sheepdog dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Border Collie vs Sealyham Terrier vs Bukovina Sheepdog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Border Collie vs Sealyham Terrier vs Bukovina Sheepdog playfulness comparison:
The Border Collie is a highly playful breed.
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Average: Sealyham Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Bukovina Sheepdogs are not the most playful dog breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Border Collie vs Sealyham Terrier vs Bukovina Sheepdog?
Low to Average: The Border Collie rarely barks.
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Average: The Sealyham Terrier barks occasionally.
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Low to Average: The Bukovina Sheepdog rarely barks.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Border Collie or Sealyham Terrier or Bukovina Sheepdog?
It is not recommended to keep the Border Collie breed in the home.
Very house-friendly dog the Sealyham Terrier breed.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Bukovina Sheepdog breed.

Border Collie vs Sealyham Terrier vs Bukovina Sheepdog 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.
Sealyham Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Average: Bukovina Sheepdog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Border Collie or Sealyham Terrier or Bukovina Sheepdog?
Border Collie dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Sealyham Terrier dogs handle alone time quite well.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Border Collie vs Sealyham Terrier vs Bukovina Sheepdog Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Border Collie or Sealyham Terrier or Bukovina Sheepdog?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Border Collie bite force: Ordinary.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Sealyham Terrier bite force: Weak.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Bukovina Sheepdog bite force: The Strongest.
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 Sealyham Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Bukovina Sheepdog has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Border Collie vs Sealyham Terrier vs Bukovina Sheepdog mouthiness comparison:
Border Collie dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Sealyham Terrier dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bukovina Sheepdog dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Border Collie vs Sealyham Terrier vs Bukovina Sheepdog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Border Collie vs Sealyham Terrier vs Bukovina Sheepdog health comparison. Which is the healthier: Border Collie vs Sealyham Terrier vs Bukovina Sheepdog?
The Border Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Sealyham Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Bukovina Sheepdogs tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Border Collie vs Sealyham Terrier vs Bukovina Sheepdog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Border Collie vs Sealyham Terrier vs Bukovina Sheepdog health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Collie Eye Anomaly
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Allergies
Eye Problems
Ear Infections
Intervertebral Disk Disease
Skin Allergies
Primary Lens Luxation
Glaucoma
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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 Sealyham Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Frequent
The Bukovina Sheepdog should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Life Expectancy
Border Collie vs Sealyham Terrier vs Bukovina Sheepdog lifespan comparison. How long do Border Collie, Sealyham Terrier and Bukovina Sheepdog breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Border Collie: 13 years
14-16 years
The average lifespan of Sealyham Terrier: 15 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Bukovina Sheepdog: 11 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Border Collie vs Sealyham Terrier vs Bukovina Sheepdog?
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 Sealyham Terrier 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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Border Collie vs Sealyham Terrier vs Bukovina Sheepdog Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Border Collie or Sealyham Terrier or Bukovina Sheepdog? Border Collie vs Sealyham Terrier vs Bukovina Sheepdog energy level comparison:
Border Collie dogs are high-energy dogs.
Sealyham Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Bukovina Sheepdog dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Border Collie vs Sealyham Terrier vs Bukovina Sheepdog exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Border Collie or Sealyham Terrier or Bukovina Sheepdog? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Border Collie dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sealyham Terrier dogs have an average exercise need.
Bukovina Sheepdog dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Border Collie or Sealyham Terrier or Bukovina Sheepdog?
Border Collie dogs don't need too much sleep.
Sealyham Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Bukovina Sheepdog dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.

Border Collie vs Sealyham Terrier vs Bukovina Sheepdog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Border Collie or Sealyham Terrier or Bukovina Sheepdog?
1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals. 1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 6 to 8 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 Sealyham Terrier vs Bukovina Sheepdog weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The Border Collie has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Sealyham Terrier has an average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Bukovina Sheepdog's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Border Collie vs Sealyham Terrier vs Bukovina Sheepdog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Border Collie vs Sealyham Terrier vs Bukovina Sheepdog coat comparison:
Dense
Feathered
Straight
Short
Moderately Long
Wiry
Dense
Soft
Weather-resistant
Rough
Thick
Colors
What are the original Border Collie, Sealyham Terrier and Bukovina Sheepdog 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
White Clear white
Black with red-fawn reflections
White-beige with distinct patches of grey
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Border Collie or Sealyham Terrier or Bukovina Sheepdog? Border Collie vs Sealyham Terrier vs Bukovina Sheepdog grooming comparison:
Average: The Border Collie requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Sealyham Terrier requires average grooming effort.
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Advanced: The Bukovina Sheepdog requires a lot of grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Border Collie or Sealyham Terrier or Bukovina Sheepdog? Border Collie or Sealyham Terrier or {name3 shedding:
Border Collie dogs shed moderately.
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Sealyham Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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Bukovina Sheepdog dogs shed above average.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Border Collie or Sealyham Terrier or Bukovina Sheepdog?
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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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Hypoallergenic
Border Collie vs Sealyham Terrier vs Bukovina Sheepdog hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
No See more. Yes See more. No See more.
Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Border Collie vs Sealyham Terrier vs Bukovina Sheepdog?

Medium

The Border Collie has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Sealyham Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Bukovina Sheepdog has an average 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 Sealyham Terrier is an average drooler.
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The Bukovina Sheepdog is an average drooler.
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Border Collie vs Sealyham Terrier vs Bukovina Sheepdog Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Border Collie dogs are generally with other pets.
Sealyham Terrier dogs are generally with other pets.
Bukovina Sheepdog dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Border Collie or Sealyham Terrier or Bukovina Sheepdog? Which dog is more friendly?
Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Sealyham Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Bukovina Sheepdog dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Border Collie or Sealyham Terrier or Bukovina Sheepdog?
Border Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Sealyham Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Bukovina Sheepdog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Border Collie or Sealyham Terrier or Bukovina Sheepdog?
Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Sealyham Terrier dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Bukovina Sheepdog dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Border Collie or Sealyham Terrier or Bukovina Sheepdog?
Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Sealyham Terrier dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Bukovina Sheepdog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Border Collie vs Sealyham Terrier vs Bukovina Sheepdog?
Yes
Border Collie dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Sealyham Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Bukovina Sheepdog 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
Sealyham Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Bukovina Sheepdog 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.
Sealyham Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.
Bukovina Sheepdogs are usually recommended for elderly people.

Border Collie vs Sealyham Terrier vs Bukovina Sheepdog 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 Sealyham Terrier or Bukovina Sheepdog? 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 Sealyham Terrier vs Bukovina Sheepdog?

Not really

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

Sealyham Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Bukovina Sheepdog 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.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Border Collie vs Sealyham Terrier vs Bukovina Sheepdog 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 Sealyham Terrier and Bukovina Sheepdog have?
4-8 puppies 3-6 puppies 4-10 puppies

Border Collie vs Sealyham Terrier vs Bukovina Sheepdog 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 1911 as a Terrier breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
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 Terriers group, in the Small sized Terriers section. Not recognized by FCI.
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
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
Club Espanol De Terriers
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