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Name	Brittany	Spanish Water Dog	Border Collie
Origins	France	Spain	England Scotland Wales
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Group	Gun Dog	Gun Dog	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Brittany, Spanish Water Dog, and Border Collie breeds.	American Brittany Brittany Spaniel Epagneul Breton	Perro De Agua Español	Sheepdog Scotch Sheep Dog
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Brittany, Spanish Water Dog, and Border Collie? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Brittany vs Spanish Water Dog vs Border Collie Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Brittany, Spanish Water Dog, and Border Collie. Which breed is the largest?	Medium	Medium	Large
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Brittany, Spanish Water Dog, and Border Collie? Compare adult weight ranges.	Male: 35-40 pounds (16-18 kg), Females: 30-40 pounds (14-18 kg)	Male: 40-49 pounds (18-22 kg), Female: 30-40 pounds (14-18 kg)	Male: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg), Female: 27-42 pounds (12-19 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Females: 35 pounds (16 kg)	Male: 44.5 pounds (20 kg), Female: 35 pounds (16 kg)	Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Female: 34.5 pounds (15.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Brittany or Spanish Water Dog or Border Collie? Brittany vs Spanish Water Dog vs Border Collie height comparison:	Male: 17-21 inches (43-53 cm), Female: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm)	Male: 17-20 inches (44-50 cm), Female: 16-18 inches (40-46 cm)	Male: 19-22 inches (48-56 cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46-53 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 19 inches (48 cm), Female: 19 inches (48.5 cm)	Male: 18.5 inches (47 cm), Female: 17 inches (43 cm)	Male: 20.5 inches (52 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (49.5 cm)

Brittany vs Spanish Water Dog vs Border Collie Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Brittany, Spanish Water Dog, and Border Collie. Find price differences between these breeds.	$700-$800	$1000-$1200	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Brittany or Spanish Water Dog or Border Collie?	Very frequent: The Brittany is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Spanish Water Dog is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Border Collie is quite easy to get.

Brittany vs Spanish Water Dog vs Border Collie Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Brittany, Spanish Water Dog, and Border Collie. Which breed ranks highest?	Very smart: Brittany is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Outstanding: Border Collie is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between Brittany, Spanish Water Dog, and Border Collie. Which is easiest to train?	Brittany dogs are easy to train. See more.	Spanish Water Dog dogs are easy to train. See more.	Border Collie dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Brittany, Spanish Water Dog, and Border Collie. Which breed is most alert?	Brittany dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Spanish Water Dog dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Border Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Brittany, Spanish Water Dog, and Border Collie. Which breed is most protective?	Brittany dogs are average defenders. See more.	Spanish Water Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Border Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Brittany vs Spanish Water Dog vs Border Collie Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Brittany, Spanish Water Dog, and Border Collie? Compare temperaments.	Independent Alert Intelligent Responsive Social	Affectionate Loyal Trainable Athletic Diligent	Energetic Protective Alert Intelligent Responsive Loyal Tenacious
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Brittany dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Sensitive: Spanish Water Dog dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Sensitive: Border Collie 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: Brittany vs Spanish Water Dog vs Border Collie?	High: Brittany dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Spanish Water Dog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Border Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Brittany vs Spanish Water Dog vs Border Collie social needs comparison:	Brittany dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Spanish Water Dog dogs are a social breed. See more.	Border Collie 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 Brittany is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Spanish Water Dog is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Border Collie dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Brittany dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Spanish Water Dog dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. 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.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Brittany vs Spanish Water Dog vs Border Collie Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Brittany, Spanish Water Dog, and Border Collie. Which breed is most vocal?	Average: The Brittany barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Spanish Water Dog barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Border Collie rarely barks. See more.
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Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Brittany, Spanish Water Dog, and Border Collie. Which breed is most playful?	The Brittany is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Spanish Water Dog is a playful breed. See more.	The Border Collie is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Brittany, Spanish Water Dog, and Border Collie. Which adapts best to small spaces?	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.	It is not recommended to keep the Spanish Water Dog breed in the home.	It is not recommended to keep the Border Collie breed in the home.
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Brittany vs Spanish Water Dog vs Border Collie Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Brittany vs Spanish Water Dog vs Border Collie Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Brittany vs Spanish Water Dog vs Border Collie Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Brittany, Spanish Water Dog, and Border Collie. Which breed lives longest?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Brittany: 13 years	10-14 years The average lifespan of Spanish Water Dog: 12 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Border Collie: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Brittany, Spanish Water Dog, and Border Collie. Which handles climate changes best?	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.	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.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in Brittany, Spanish Water Dog, and Border Collie. Which has fewer health issues?	The Brittany is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Spanish Water Dog 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.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Brittany should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Spanish Water Dog 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.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Brittany vs Spanish Water Dog vs Border Collie? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Brittany vs Spanish Water Dog vs Border Collie health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Epilepsy	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Cherry Eye Distichiasis Addison's Disease Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency Neuroaxonal Dystrophy	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Collie Eye Anomaly Osteochondrosis Dissecans

Brittany vs Spanish Water Dog vs Border Collie Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Brittany, Spanish Water Dog, and Border Collie. Which is most prone to obesity?	Average: The Brittany has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Spanish Water Dog has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Border Collie has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Brittany, Spanish Water Dog, and Border Collie. Which needs most food?	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.	1.5 to 2.5 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.
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Brittany vs Spanish Water Dog vs Border Collie Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Brittany, Spanish Water Dog, and Border Collie. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	No See more.	Yes See more.	No See more.
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Coat Colors Compare color variations between Brittany, Spanish Water Dog, and Border Collie. What colors are available?	White Orange Liver Roan	Black White Chestnut Black & White Brown & White	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
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Brittany, Spanish Water Dog, and Border Collie. Which requires most maintenance?	Easy to groom: The Brittany doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Spanish Water Dog doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Border Collie requires average grooming effort. See more.
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Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Brittany, Spanish Water Dog, and Border Collie. Which drools least?	The Brittany is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Spanish Water Dog 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.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Brittany, Spanish Water Dog, and Border Collie. Which has least natural smell?	Medium ⏺ The Brittany has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Spanish Water Dog has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Border Collie has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Brittany, Spanish Water Dog, and Border Collie. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Feathered	Curly Waterproof Woolly No Undercoat Grow into dreadlocks	Dense Feathered Straight Short Moderately Long
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Brittany, Spanish Water Dog, and Border Collie. Which requires most frequent baths?	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. 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.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Brittany or Spanish Water Dog or Border Collie? Brittany or Spanish Water Dog or {name3 shedding:	Brittany dogs are low shedders. See more.	Spanish Water Dog dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Border Collie dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Brittany vs Spanish Water Dog vs Border Collie Good With Comparison

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

Brittany vs Spanish Water Dog vs Border Collie As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Brittany, Spanish Water Dog, and Border Collie. 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.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Compare therapy dog potential between Brittany, Spanish Water Dog, and Border Collie. 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.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
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Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between Brittany, Spanish Water Dog, and Border Collie. 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.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
Search & Rescue Potential Compare search and rescue potential between Brittany, Spanish Water Dog, and Border Collie. 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.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability Compare boating aptitude between Brittany, Spanish Water Dog, and Border Collie. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really Brittany breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Spanish Water Dog breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Border Collie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Brittany, Spanish Water Dog, and Border Collie. 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 Brittany, Spanish Water Dog, and Border Collie. 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.

Brittany vs Spanish Water Dog vs Border Collie Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Brittany, Spanish Water Dog, and Border Collie. Which has most puppies?	1-11 puppies, average 6	4-6 puppies	4-8 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Brittany, Spanish Water Dog, and Border Collie. Any breeding differences?	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding intervals between Brittany, Spanish Water Dog, and Border Collie. 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.

Brittany vs Spanish Water Dog vs Border Collie Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Brittany, Spanish Water Dog, and Border Collie. How are they classified?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1934 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2015 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1995 as a Herding breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Brittany, Spanish Water Dog, and Border Collie. How are they classified internationally?	Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Water Dogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Brittany, Spanish Water Dog, and Border Collie. 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	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. National Kennel Club United Kennel Club	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

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