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Name	Bordoodle	Border Collie	Shollie
Origins	United States	England Scotland Wales	Germany Scotland
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Group	Designer Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Designer Dogs
Popularity Rank	572	38	1983
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Bordoodle, Border Collie, and Shollie breeds.	Borderpoos Borpoos	Sheepdog Scotch Sheep Dog	No data available
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Bordoodle, Border Collie, and Shollie? Compare their breeding categories.	Cross Breed	Purebred	Cross Breed

Bordoodle vs Border Collie vs Shollie Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Bordoodle, Border Collie, and Shollie. Which breed is the largest?	Large Medium	Large	Large
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Bordoodle, Border Collie, and Shollie? Compare adult weight ranges.	30-60 pounds (13-27 kg)	Male: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg), Female: 27-42 pounds (12-19 kg)	Male: 66-88 pounds (30-40 kg), Female: 49-71 pounds (22-32 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	45 pounds (20 kg)	Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Female: 34.5 pounds (15.5 kg)	Male: 77 pounds (35 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg)
Height Which is taller, Bordoodle or Border Collie or Shollie? Bordoodle vs Border Collie vs Shollie height comparison:	13-23 inches (34-60 cm)	Male: 19-22 inches (48-56 cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46-53 cm)	Male: 24-26 inches (60-65 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (55-60 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	18 inches (47 cm)	Male: 20.5 inches (52 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (49.5 cm)	Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (57.5 cm)

Bordoodle vs Border Collie vs Shollie Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Bordoodle, Border Collie, and Shollie. Find price differences between these breeds.	$800-$1000	$600-$800	$400-$600
Availability Which is easier to get, Bordoodle or Border Collie or Shollie?	Average: The Bordoodle is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The Border Collie is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Shollie is quite easy to get.

Bordoodle vs Border Collie vs Shollie Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Bordoodle, Border Collie, and Shollie. Which breed ranks highest?	Very smart: Bordoodle is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Outstanding: Border Collie is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Outstanding: Shollie is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between Bordoodle, Border Collie, and Shollie. Which is easiest to train?	Bordoodle dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Border Collie dogs are easy to train. See more.	Shollie dogs are very easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Bordoodle, Border Collie, and Shollie. Which breed is most alert?	Bordoodle dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Border Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Shollie dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Bordoodle, Border Collie, and Shollie. Which breed is most protective?	Bordoodle dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Border Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Shollie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Bordoodle vs Border Collie vs Shollie Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Bordoodle, Border Collie, and Shollie? Compare temperaments.	Playful Protective Intelligent Friendly Companionable Lovable	Energetic Protective Alert Intelligent Responsive Loyal Tenacious	Curious Protective Alert Courageous Intelligent Confident Friendly Responsive Docile Obedient Loyal Gentle Social Watchful Elegant Hard working Herding
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Bordoodle dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Sensitive: Border Collie dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Sensitive: Shollie 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: Bordoodle vs Border Collie vs Shollie?	Average to High: Bordoodle dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Border Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Shollie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Bordoodle vs Border Collie vs Shollie social needs comparison:	Bordoodle dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Border Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Shollie dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Bordoodle dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Border Collie dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Shollie dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Bordoodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	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.	Shollie dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Bordoodle vs Border Collie vs Shollie Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Bordoodle, Border Collie, and Shollie. Which breed is most vocal?	Low to Average: The Bordoodle rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Border Collie rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Shollie rarely barks. See more.
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Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Bordoodle, Border Collie, and Shollie. Which breed is most playful?	The Bordoodle is a playful breed. See more.	The Border Collie is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Shollie is a playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Bordoodle, Border Collie, and Shollie. Which adapts best to small spaces?	Apartment-friendly dog the Bordoodle breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Border Collie breed in the home.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Shollie indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Bordoodle vs Border Collie vs Shollie Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Bordoodle vs Border Collie vs Shollie Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Bordoodle vs Border Collie vs Shollie Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Bordoodle, Border Collie, and Shollie. Which breed lives longest?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Bordoodle: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Border Collie: 13 years	14-16 years The average lifespan of Shollie: 15 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Bordoodle, Border Collie, and Shollie. Which handles climate changes best?	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 Border Collie 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.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in Bordoodle, Border Collie, and Shollie. Which has fewer health issues?	The Bordoodle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Border Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Shollies are commonly healthy dogs.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Bordoodle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Border Collie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Shollie should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Bordoodle vs Border Collie vs Shollie? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Bordoodle vs Border Collie vs Shollie health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Collie Eye Anomaly Osteochondrosis Dissecans	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Epilepsy Blindness Drug Sensitivity Cherry Eye Elbow Dysplasia Diabetes Heart Disease Retinal Dysplasia Demodectic Mange Degenerative Myelopathy Collie Eye Anomaly Wobbler's Syndrome Panosteitis Hemophilia B Megaesophagus Cushing's Syndrome Lens Luxation Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency Chronic Diarrhea Cruciate Ligament Rupture Digestive Problems Hemophilia A Hypertrophic Osteodystrophy Lupus Myasthenia Gravis Nail Bed Disease Osteochondrosis Pannus Paralysis Perianal Fistula Seborrhea Vitiligo Gray Collie Syndrome

Bordoodle vs Border Collie vs Shollie Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Bordoodle vs Border Collie vs Shollie Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Bordoodle, Border Collie, and Shollie. Which is most prone to obesity?	Average: The Bordoodle has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Border Collie has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Shollie has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Bordoodle, Border Collie, and Shollie. Which needs most food?	3 to 4 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.	3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Bordoodle vs Border Collie vs Shollie Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Bordoodle, Border Collie, and Shollie. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	Yes No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors Compare color variations between Bordoodle, Border Collie, and Shollie. What colors are available?	Black Gray White Brown	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	Black Tan Red White Silver Sable Merle Black & White & Tan Blue & Merle Blue & Merle & White Sable & White White & Merle
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Bordoodle, Border Collie, and Shollie. Which requires most maintenance?	Average: The Bordoodle requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Border Collie requires average grooming effort. See more.	Advanced: The Shollie requires a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Bordoodle, Border Collie, and Shollie. Which drools least?	The Bordoodle is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Border Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Shollie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Bordoodle, Border Collie, and Shollie. Which has least natural smell?	Low 🔽 The Bordoodle has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Border Collie has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Shollie has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Bordoodle, Border Collie, and Shollie. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Soft Wavy Long Medium	Dense Feathered Straight Short Moderately Long	Rough Soft Fuzzy Thick Straight Harsh Furry
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Bordoodle, Border Collie, and Shollie. Which requires most frequent baths?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Bordoodle or Border Collie or Shollie? Bordoodle or Border Collie or {name3 shedding:	Bordoodle dogs are low shedders. See more.	Border Collie dogs shed moderately. See more.	Shollie dogs are heavy shedders. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Bordoodle vs Border Collie vs Shollie Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between Bordoodle, Border Collie, and Shollie. Which is best with kids?	Bordoodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Border Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Shollie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Bordoodle dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Border Collie dogs are generally with other pets.	Shollie dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Bordoodle or Border Collie or Shollie? Which dog is more friendly?	Bordoodle dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Shollie dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Bordoodle or Border Collie or Shollie?	Bordoodle dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Shollie dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Bordoodle or Border Collie or Shollie?	Bordoodle dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Shollie dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Bordoodle vs Border Collie vs Shollie?	Yes Bordoodle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Border Collie dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Shollie dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Bordoodle is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Border Collie is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Shollie is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Bordoodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Border Collies are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Shollies are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Bordoodle vs Border Collie vs Shollie As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Bordoodle, Border Collie, and Shollie. Which is best suited for service work?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Compare therapy dog potential between Bordoodle, Border Collie, and Shollie. Which excels in therapy work?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
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Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between Bordoodle, Border Collie, and Shollie. Which has best nose work ability?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
Search & Rescue Potential Compare search and rescue potential between Bordoodle, Border Collie, and Shollie. Which is best for SAR work?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability Compare boating aptitude between Bordoodle, Border Collie, and Shollie. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really Bordoodle breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Border Collie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Shollie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Bordoodle, Border Collie, and Shollie. 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 Bordoodle, Border Collie, and Shollie. 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.

Bordoodle vs Border Collie vs Shollie Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Bordoodle, Border Collie, and Shollie. Which has most puppies?	4-10 puppies	4-8 puppies	6-10 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Bordoodle, Border Collie, and Shollie. Any breeding differences?	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding intervals between Bordoodle, Border Collie, and Shollie. 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.

Bordoodle vs Border Collie vs Shollie Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Bordoodle, Border Collie, and Shollie. How are they classified?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1995 as a Herding breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Bordoodle, Border Collie, and Shollie. How are they classified internationally?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Bordoodle, Border Collie, and Shollie. Which has most recognition?	Not recognized by any clubs.	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

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