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Name	Boxer	Rough Collie	American Bandogge
Origins	Germany	Scotland	England United States
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Group	Working Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Designer Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Deutscher Boxer German Boxer	English Collie Lassie Dog Long-Haired Collie Scottish Collie Collie	No data available
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Boxer vs Rough Collie vs American Bandogge breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Cross Breed

Boxer vs Rough Collie vs American Bandogge Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Boxer or Rough Collie or American Bandogge? Which is the smallest dog, Boxer or Rough Collie or American Bandogge?	Medium	Large	Large Giant
Weight Which is heavier, Boxer or Rough Collie or Rough Collie? Boxer vs Rough Collie vs American Bandogge weight comparison:	Male: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg), Female: 53-65 pounds (24-29 kg)	Male: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg), Female: 53-65 pounds (24-29 kg)	Male: 70-120 pounds (32-54 kg), Female: 60-100 pounds (27-45 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 65 pounds (29.5 kg), Female: 59 pounds (26.5 kg)	Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26 kg)	Male: 95 pounds (43 kg), Female: 80 pounds (36 kg)
Height Which is taller, Boxer or Rough Collie or American Bandogge? Boxer vs Rough Collie vs American Bandogge height comparison:	Male: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm), Female: 21-24 inches (53-61 cm)	Male: 24–26 inch (60–66 cm), Female: 22–24 inch (55–61 cm)	Male: 22-28 inches (55-70 cm), Female: 20-26 inches (52-65 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 23.5 inches (59.5 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm)	Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm)	Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm)

Boxer vs Rough Collie vs American Bandogge Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Boxer or Rough Collie or American Bandogge? Which is more expensive?	$600-$1200	$400-$600	$500-$600
Availability Which is easier to get, Boxer or Rough Collie or American Bandogge?	Very frequent: The Boxer is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Rough Collie is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The American Bandogge is easier than average to get.

Boxer vs Rough Collie vs American Bandogge Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Boxer vs Rough Collie vs American Bandogge intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Very smart: Rough Collie is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Trainability Boxer vs Rough Collie vs American Bandogge trainability comparison.	Boxer dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Rough Collie dogs are very easy to train. See more.	American Bandogge dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Boxer or Rough Collie or American Bandogge?	Boxer dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Rough Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	American Bandogge dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Boxer or Rough Collie or American Bandogge? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Boxer dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Rough Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	American Bandogge dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Boxer vs Rough Collie vs American Bandogge Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Boxer or Rough Collie or American Bandogge? Boxer vs Rough Collie vs American Bandogge behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Energetic Intelligent Confident Friendly Loyal Fearless Brave Bright	Protective Intelligent Friendly Responsive Docile Obedient Loyal Gentle Social Elegant Hard working Herding	Loving Energetic Protective Alert Courageous Intelligent Affectionate Loyal Gentle Going Social Cheerful
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Rough Collie dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Boxer vs Rough Collie vs American Bandogge?	High: Boxer dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Rough Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: American Bandogge dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Boxer vs Rough Collie vs American Bandogge social needs comparison:	Boxer dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Rough Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	American Bandogge dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Boxer dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Rough Collie dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	American Bandogge dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Boxer 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.	Rough Collie dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	American Bandogge dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Boxer vs Rough Collie vs American Bandogge Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Boxer vs Rough Collie vs American Bandogge playfulness comparison:	The Boxer is a playful breed. See more.	The Rough Collie is a playful breed. See more.	Average: American Bandogges, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Boxer vs Rough Collie vs American Bandogge?	Low to Average: The Boxer rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Rough Collie rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The American Bandogge rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Boxer or Rough Collie or American Bandogge?	Apartment-friendly dog the Boxer 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 Rough Collie 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 American Bandogge indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Boxer vs Rough Collie vs American Bandogge Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Boxer dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Rough Collie dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	American Bandogge dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Boxer or Rough Collie or American Bandogge?	Boxer dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Rough Collie dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	American Bandogge 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.

Boxer vs Rough Collie vs American Bandogge Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Boxer or Rough Collie or American Bandogge?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Boxer bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Rough Collie bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ American Bandogge bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Boxer has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Rough Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The American Bandogge has an average chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Boxer vs Rough Collie vs American Bandogge mouthiness comparison:	Boxer dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Rough Collie dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	American Bandogge dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Boxer vs Rough Collie vs American Bandogge Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Boxer vs Rough Collie vs American Bandogge health comparison. Which is the healthier: Boxer vs Rough Collie vs American Bandogge?	The Boxer is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Rough Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The American Bandogge is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Boxer vs Rough Collie vs American Bandogge? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Boxer vs Rough Collie vs American Bandogge health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Bloat Deafness Demodectic Mange Aortic Stenosis Boxer Cardiomyopathy Corneal Dystrophy	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Drug Sensitivity Collie Eye Anomaly Gray Collie Syndrome	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Entropion Cherry Eye Ectropion Elbow Dysplasia Seizures Cystinuria
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Boxer should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Rough Collie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The American Bandogge should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Boxer vs Rough Collie vs American Bandogge lifespan comparison. How long do Boxer, Rough Collie and American Bandogge breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Boxer: 11 years	14-16 years The average lifespan of Rough Collie: 15 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of American Bandogge: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Boxer vs Rough Collie vs American Bandogge?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Rough Collie can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.

Boxer vs Rough Collie vs American Bandogge Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Boxer or Rough Collie or American Bandogge? Boxer vs Rough Collie vs American Bandogge energy level comparison:	Boxer dogs are high-energy dogs.	Rough Collie dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	American Bandogge dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Boxer vs Rough Collie vs American Bandogge exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Boxer or Rough Collie or American Bandogge? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Boxer dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Rough Collie dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	American Bandogge dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Boxer or Rough Collie or American Bandogge?	Boxer dogs don't need too much sleep.	Rough Collie dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	American Bandogge dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Boxer vs Rough Collie vs American Bandogge Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Boxer or Rough Collie or American Bandogge?	Recommended daily amount: 2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	3 to 5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Boxer vs Rough Collie vs American Bandogge weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Boxer's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Rough Collie has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The American Bandogge has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Boxer vs Rough Collie vs American Bandogge Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Boxer vs Rough Collie vs American Bandogge coat comparison:	Waterproof	Rough Soft Thick Straight Harsh Furry	Fine Dense
Colors What are the original Boxer, Rough Collie and American Bandogge color?	White Fawn Brindle	White Sable Merle Black & White & Tan Blue & Merle Blue & Merle & White Sable & White White & Merle	Black White Brown Fawn Brindle Apricot
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Boxer or Rough Collie or American Bandogge? Boxer vs Rough Collie vs American Bandogge grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Boxer requires minimal grooming. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Easy to groom: The American Bandogge doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Boxer or Rough Collie or American Bandogge? Boxer or Rough Collie or {name3 shedding:	Boxer dogs shed moderately. See more.	Rough Collie dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	American Bandogge dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Boxer or Rough Collie or American Bandogge?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Boxer vs Rough Collie vs American Bandogge hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Boxer vs Rough Collie vs American Bandogge?	High 🔼 The Boxer has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Rough Collie has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The American Bandogge has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Boxer is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Rough Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The American Bandogge 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.

Boxer vs Rough Collie vs American Bandogge Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Boxer dogs are generally with other pets.	Rough Collie dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	American Bandogge dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Boxer or Rough Collie or American Bandogge? Which dog is more friendly?	Boxer dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Rough Collie dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	American Bandogge dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Boxer or Rough Collie or American Bandogge?	Boxer dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Rough Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	American Bandogge dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Boxer or Rough Collie or American Bandogge?	Boxer dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Rough Collie dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	American Bandogge dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Boxer or Rough Collie or American Bandogge?	Boxer dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Rough Collie dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	American Bandogge dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Boxer vs Rough Collie vs American Bandogge?	Yes Boxer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Rough Collie dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes American Bandogge dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Boxer is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Rough Collie is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No American Bandogge is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Boxers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Rough Collies are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	American Bandogges are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Boxer vs Rough Collie vs American Bandogge As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Boxer or Rough Collie or American Bandogge? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	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.	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?	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.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Boxer vs Rough Collie vs American Bandogge?	Not really Boxer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Rough Collie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really American Bandogge breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Yes 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.	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	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.

Boxer vs Rough Collie vs American Bandogge 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. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Boxer and Rough Collie and American Bandogge have?	2-10 puppies, average 6	4-8 puppies	3-5 puppies
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Boxer vs Rough Collie vs American Bandogge Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1904 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Herding breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs 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 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 Canadian Canine Registry	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	No data available

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