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Name	Border Terrier	French Brittany	Brittany
Origins	England Scotland	France	France
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Gun Dog
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Border Terrier, French Brittany, and Brittany breeds.	Borders	No data available	American Brittany Brittany Spaniel Epagneul Breton
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Border Terrier, French Brittany, and Brittany? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Border Terrier vs French Brittany vs Brittany Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Border Terrier, French Brittany, and Brittany. Which breed is the largest?	Small	Medium	Medium
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Border Terrier, French Brittany, and Brittany? Compare adult weight ranges.	Males 13-16 pounds (6-7 kg), Female: 11-14 pounds (5-6 kg)	Male: 35-40 pounds (16-18 kg), Females: 30-40 pounds (14-18 kg)	Male: 35-40 pounds (16-18 kg), Females: 30-40 pounds (14-18 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Males 14.5 pounds (6.5 kg), Female: 12.5 pounds (5.5 kg)	Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Females: 35 pounds (16 kg)	Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Females: 35 pounds (16 kg)
Height Which is taller, Border Terrier or French Brittany or Brittany? Border Terrier vs French Brittany vs Brittany height comparison:	Male: 13-16 inches (33-41 cm), Female: 11-14 inches (28-36 cm)	Male: 17-21 inches (43-53 cm), Female: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm)	Male: 17-21 inches (43-53 cm), Female: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 14.5 inches (37 cm), Female: 12.5 inches (32 cm)	Male: 19 inches (48 cm), Female: 19 inches (48.5 cm)	Male: 19 inches (48 cm), Female: 19 inches (48.5 cm)

Border Terrier vs French Brittany vs Brittany Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Border Terrier, French Brittany, and Brittany. Find price differences between these breeds.	$1200-$1400	$700-$800	$700-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Border Terrier or French Brittany or Brittany?	Very frequent: The Border Terrier is quite easy to get.	Average: The French Brittany is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The Brittany is quite easy to get.

Border Terrier vs French Brittany vs Brittany Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Border Terrier, French Brittany, and Brittany. Which breed ranks highest?	Smart: The Border Terrier dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Low: The French Brittany is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence. See more.	Very smart: Brittany is an excellent dog breed. See more.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between Border Terrier, French Brittany, and Brittany. Which is easiest to train?	Border Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.	French Brittany dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Brittany dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Border Terrier, French Brittany, and Brittany. Which breed is most alert?	Border Terrier dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	French Brittany dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Brittany dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Border Terrier, French Brittany, and Brittany. Which breed is most protective?	Border Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	French Brittany dogs are average defenders. See more.	Brittany dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Border Terrier vs French Brittany vs Brittany Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Border Terrier, French Brittany, and Brittany? Compare temperaments.	Alert Intelligent Affectionate Obedient Outright Tempered Fearless	Independent Alert Intelligent Responsive Social	Independent Alert Intelligent Responsive Social
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Border Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Brittany 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 Terrier vs French Brittany vs Brittany?	High: Border Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: French Brittany dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Brittany dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Border Terrier vs French Brittany vs Brittany social needs comparison:	Border Terrier dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	French Brittany dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Brittany dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Border Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the French Brittany is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Brittany is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Border Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	French Brittany 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.	Brittany dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Border Terrier vs French Brittany vs Brittany Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Border Terrier, French Brittany, and Brittany. Which breed is most vocal?	Average to High: The Border Terrier is a vocal breed. See more.	Average: The French Brittany barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Brittany barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Border Terrier, French Brittany, and Brittany. Which breed is most playful?	Average: Border Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The French Brittany is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Brittany is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Border Terrier, French Brittany, and Brittany. Which adapts best to small spaces?	Very house-friendly dog the Border Terrier breed.	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 French Brittany indoors.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Brittany indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Border Terrier vs French Brittany vs Brittany Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Border Terrier vs French Brittany vs Brittany Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Compare biting potential between Border Terrier, French Brittany, and Brittany. Which has lowest bite risk?	Low 🔽 The Border Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The French Brittany has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Brittany has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Compare mouthing tendencies between Border Terrier, French Brittany, and Brittany. Which uses mouth most during play?	Border Terrier dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	French Brittany dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Brittany dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Compare bite forces between Border Terrier, French Brittany, and Brittany. Which has the strongest bite?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Border Terrier bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ French Brittany bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Brittany bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Border Terrier vs French Brittany vs Brittany Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Border Terrier, French Brittany, and Brittany. Which breed lives longest?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Border Terrier: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of French Brittany: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Brittany: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Border Terrier, French Brittany, and Brittany. Which handles climate changes best?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Border Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. 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.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Brittany can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in Border Terrier, French Brittany, and Brittany. Which has fewer health issues?	The Border Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The French Brittany is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Brittany is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Border Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The French Brittany should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Brittany should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Border Terrier vs French Brittany vs Brittany? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Border Terrier vs French Brittany vs Brittany health problems comparison:	Heart Murmurs Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Hypothyroidism Cryptorchidism Seizures Malocclusions Pulmonic Stenosis	Ear Infections Epilepsy Eye Problems Familial Inherited Renal Dysplasia Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism	Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Epilepsy

Border Terrier vs French Brittany vs Brittany Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Border Terrier, French Brittany, and Brittany. Which is most prone to obesity?	High: The Border Terrier breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average: The French Brittany has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Brittany has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Border Terrier, French Brittany, and Brittany. Which needs most food?	1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Border Terrier vs French Brittany vs Brittany Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Border Terrier, French Brittany, and Brittany. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	Yes See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Coat Colors Compare color variations between Border Terrier, French Brittany, and Brittany. What colors are available?	Tan Red Blue Grizzle Wheaten	White Orange Liver Roan	White Orange Liver Roan
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Border Terrier, French Brittany, and Brittany. Which requires most maintenance?	Average: The Border Terrier requires average grooming effort. See more.	Easy to groom: The French Brittany doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Brittany doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Border Terrier, French Brittany, and Brittany. Which drools least?	The Border Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The French Brittany is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed. See more.	The Brittany is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Border Terrier, French Brittany, and Brittany. Which has least natural smell?	Medium ⏺ The Border Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The French Brittany has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Brittany has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Border Terrier, French Brittany, and Brittany. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Rough	Dense	Feathered
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Border Terrier, French Brittany, and Brittany. Which requires most frequent baths?	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.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Border Terrier or French Brittany or Brittany? Border Terrier or French Brittany or {name3 shedding:	Border Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	French Brittany dogs are low shedders. See more.	Brittany dogs are low shedders. See more.
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Border Terrier vs French Brittany vs Brittany Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between Border Terrier, French Brittany, and Brittany. Which is best with kids?	Border Terrier dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	French Brittany dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Brittany dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
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Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Border Terrier dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	French Brittany dogs are generally with other pets.	Brittany dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Border Terrier or French Brittany or Brittany? Which dog is more friendly?	Border Terrier dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	French Brittany dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Brittany 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 Terrier or French Brittany or Brittany?	Border Terrier dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	French Brittany dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Brittany dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Border Terrier or French Brittany or Brittany?	Border Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	French Brittany dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Brittany dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Border Terrier vs French Brittany vs Brittany?	Yes Border Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes French Brittany dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Brittany dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Border Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No French Brittany is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Brittany is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Border Terriers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	French Brittanys are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Brittanys are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Border Terrier vs French Brittany vs Brittany As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Border Terrier, French Brittany, and Brittany. Which is best suited for service work?	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.	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 Terrier, French Brittany, and Brittany. Which excels in therapy work?	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.	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 Terrier, French Brittany, and Brittany. Which has best nose work ability?	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.	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 Terrier, French Brittany, and Brittany. Which is best for SAR work?	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.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability Compare boating aptitude between Border Terrier, French Brittany, and Brittany. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really Border Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really French Brittany breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Brittany breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Border Terrier, French Brittany, and Brittany. 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 Terrier, French Brittany, and Brittany. 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 Terrier vs French Brittany vs Brittany Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Border Terrier, French Brittany, and Brittany. Which has most puppies?	2-8 puppies	1-11 puppies	1-11 puppies, average 6
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Border Terrier, French Brittany, and Brittany. 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 Terrier, French Brittany, and Brittany. 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 Terrier vs French Brittany vs Brittany Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Border Terrier, French Brittany, and Brittany. How are they classified?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1934 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Border Terrier, French Brittany, and Brittany. How are they classified internationally?	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Large and medium sized Terriers section.	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Border Terrier, French Brittany, and Brittany. Which has most recognition?	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 Border Terrier Club Of America, Inc. Club Espanol De Terriers	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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