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Border Collie vs Vizsla vs Cavapoo Comparison - Dog breed selector: Sheepdog or Hungarian Pointer or Cavoodle? Find the right dog for you

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Name Border Collie Vizsla Cavapoo
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Border Collie, Vizsla, and Cavapoo breeds.
Sheepdog
Scotch Sheep Dog
Hungarian Pointer
Hungarian Short-Haired Pointer
Magyar Vizsla
Rövidszőrű Magyar Vizsla
Hungarian Vizsla
Cavoodle
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Border Collie, Vizsla, and Cavapoo? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Cross Breed

Border Collie vs Vizsla vs Cavapoo Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Border Collie, Vizsla, and Cavapoo. Which breed is the largest?
Large Large Small
Medium
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Border Collie, Vizsla, and Cavapoo? Compare adult weight ranges.
Male: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg), Female: 27-42 pounds (12-19 kg) Male: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg) 12-24 pounds (5.4-11 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: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg) 18 pounds (5.7.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Border Collie or Vizsla or Cavapoo? Border Collie vs Vizsla vs Cavapoo height comparison:
Male: 19-22 inches (48-56 cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46-53 cm) Male: 22-26 inches (56-66 cm), Female: 20-24 inches (51-61 cm) 11-18 inches (28-45 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 inches (56 cm) 14.5 inches (36.5 cm)

Border Collie vs Vizsla vs Cavapoo Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Border Collie, Vizsla, and Cavapoo. Find price differences between these breeds.
$600-$800 $800-$1200 $1200-$1800
Availability
Which is easier to get, Border Collie or Vizsla or Cavapoo?
Very frequent: The Border Collie is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Vizsla is quite easy 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 Vizsla vs Cavapoo Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Border Collie, Vizsla, and Cavapoo. Which breed ranks highest?
Outstanding: Border Collie is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Very smart: Vizsla is an excellent dog breed.
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Very smart: Cavapoo is an excellent dog breed.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Border Collie, Vizsla, and Cavapoo. Which is easiest to train?
Border Collie dogs are easy to train.
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Vizsla dogs are easy to train.
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Cavapoo dogs are very easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Border Collie, Vizsla, and Cavapoo. Which breed is most alert?
Border Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Vizsla dogs are average watchdogs.
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Cavapoo dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Border Collie, Vizsla, and Cavapoo. Which breed is most protective?
Border Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Vizsla dogs are average defenders.
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Cavapoo dogs are not the best to protect their territory.
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Border Collie vs Vizsla vs Cavapoo Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Border Collie, Vizsla, and Cavapoo? Compare temperaments.
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Responsive
Loyal
Tenacious
Playful
Energetic
Protective
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Trainable
Companionable
Cheerful
Quiet
Easygoing
Willing
Evenly Tempered
Loving
Intelligent
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: Vizsla 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 Vizsla vs Cavapoo?
High: Border Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Vizsla dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Cavapoo dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Border Collie vs Vizsla vs Cavapoo social needs comparison:
Border Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Vizsla dogs are a social breed.
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Cavapoo 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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Vizsla dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Cavapoo 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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Vizsla dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Cavapoo 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 Vizsla vs Cavapoo Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Border Collie, Vizsla, and Cavapoo. Which breed is most vocal?
Low to Average: The Border Collie rarely barks.
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Average: The Vizsla barks occasionally.
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Average: The Cavapoo barks occasionally.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Border Collie, Vizsla, and Cavapoo. Which breed is most playful?
The Border Collie is a highly playful breed.
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The Vizsla is a highly playful breed.
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Average: Cavapoos, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Border Collie, Vizsla, and Cavapoo. Which adapts best to small spaces?
It is not recommended to keep the Border Collie breed in the home.
It is not recommended to keep the Vizsla breed in the home.
Very house-friendly dog the Cavapoo breed.

Border Collie vs Vizsla vs Cavapoo Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Border Collie vs Vizsla vs Cavapoo Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Low 🔽

The Border Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Vizsla has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

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

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Border Collie bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Vizsla bite force: Ordinary.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Cavapoo bite force: Weak.

Border Collie vs Vizsla vs Cavapoo Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Border Collie, Vizsla, and Cavapoo. Which breed lives longest?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Border Collie: 13 years
10-14 years
The average lifespan of Vizsla: 12 years
9-15 years
The average lifespan of Cavapoo: 12 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Border Collie, Vizsla, and Cavapoo. Which handles climate changes best?
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Border Collie can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Cavapoo can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Border Collie, Vizsla, and Cavapoo. Which has fewer health issues?
The Border Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Vizsla is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Very healthy dog breed.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Border Collie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Vizsla should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Rare
The Cavapoo should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Border Collie vs Vizsla vs Cavapoo? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Border Collie vs Vizsla vs Cavapoo health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Collie Eye Anomaly
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Hip Dysplasia
Cancer
Epilepsy
Sebaceous Adenitis
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation

Border Collie vs Vizsla vs Cavapoo Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Border Collie vs Vizsla vs Cavapoo Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Border Collie, Vizsla, and Cavapoo. Which is most prone to obesity?
Average: The Border Collie has an average risk for obesity.
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Low to Average: The Vizsla has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Cavapoo's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Border Collie, Vizsla, and Cavapoo. Which needs most food?
1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals. 2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 0.5 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

Border Collie vs Vizsla vs Cavapoo Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Border Collie, Vizsla, and Cavapoo. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Border Collie, Vizsla, and Cavapoo. 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
Golden
Rust
Russet Gold
Dark Sandy Gold
Black
Cream
White
Sable
Tricolor
Chestnut
Apricot
Red sable
Phantom
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Border Collie, Vizsla, and Cavapoo. Which requires most maintenance?
Average: The Border Collie requires average grooming effort.
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Effortless: The Vizsla requires minimal grooming.
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Advanced: The Cavapoo requires a lot of grooming.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Border Collie, Vizsla, and Cavapoo. Which drools least?
The Border Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Vizsla is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Cavapoo is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Border Collie, Vizsla, and Cavapoo. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The Border Collie has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Vizsla has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Cavapoo has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Border Collie, Vizsla, and Cavapoo. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Dense
Feathered
Straight
Short
Moderately Long
Fine
Dense
Hard
Coarse
Short
No Undercoat
Curly
Wavy
Straight
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Border Collie, Vizsla, and Cavapoo. Which requires most frequent baths?
6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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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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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Border Collie or Vizsla or Cavapoo? Border Collie or Vizsla or {name3 shedding:
Border Collie dogs shed moderately.
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Vizsla dogs shed moderately.
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Cavapoo dogs shed moderately.
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Border Collie vs Vizsla vs Cavapoo Good With Comparison

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

Border Collie vs Vizsla vs Cavapoo As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Border Collie, Vizsla, and Cavapoo. Which is best suited for service work?

Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Border Collie, Vizsla, and Cavapoo. Which excels in therapy work?

Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect 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, Vizsla, and Cavapoo. 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, Vizsla, and Cavapoo. 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, Vizsla, and Cavapoo. 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

Vizsla breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Yes

Cavapoo breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Border Collie, Vizsla, and Cavapoo. Which is best for draft work?

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Border Collie, Vizsla, and Cavapoo. 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 Vizsla vs Cavapoo Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Border Collie, Vizsla, and Cavapoo. Which has most puppies?
4-8 puppies 6-8 puppies 2-8 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Border Collie, Vizsla, and Cavapoo. Any breeding differences?
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Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Border Collie, Vizsla, and Cavapoo. 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 Vizsla vs Cavapoo Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Border Collie, Vizsla, and Cavapoo. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1995 as a Herding breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1960 as a Sporting breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Border Collie, Vizsla, and Cavapoo. 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 Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section. Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Border Collie, Vizsla, and Cavapoo. 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
Dog Registry of America Inc.
American Canine Hybrid Club
Designer Breed Registry
Designer Dogs Kennel Club
International Designer Canine Registry

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