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Cane Corso vs Caucasian Ovcharka vs Rough Collie Comparison - Dog breed selector: Cane Di Macellaio or Caucasian Mountain Dog or English Collie? Find the right dog for you

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Name Cane Corso Caucasian Ovcharka Rough Collie
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Cane Corso, Caucasian Ovcharka, and Rough Collie breeds.
Cane Di Macellaio
Cane Corz
Caucasian Mountain Dog
Caucasian Sheepdog
Kaukasische Schaferhund
Kawkasky Owtscharka
Caucasian Ovcharka
English Collie
Lassie Dog
Long-Haired Collie
Scottish Collie
Collie
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Cane Corso, Caucasian Ovcharka, and Rough Collie? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Cane Corso vs Caucasian Ovcharka vs Rough Collie Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Cane Corso, Caucasian Ovcharka, and Rough Collie. Which breed is the largest?
Large Giant Large
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Cane Corso, Caucasian Ovcharka, and Rough Collie? Compare adult weight ranges.
Male: 99-110 pounds (45-50 kg), Female: 88-99 pounds (40-45 kg) 99-154 pounds (45-70 kg) Male: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg), Female: 53-65 pounds (24-29 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 104.5 pounds (47.5 kg), Female: 93.5 pounds (42.5 kg) 126.5 pounds (57.5 kg) Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Cane Corso or Caucasian Ovcharka or Rough Collie? Cane Corso vs Caucasian Ovcharka vs Rough Collie height comparison:
Male: 24-27 inches (64-68 cm), Female: 23-25 inches (60-64 cm) 25-28 inches (64-72 cm) Male: 24–26 inch (60–66 cm), Female: 22–24 inch (55–61 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 25.5 inches (66 cm), Female: 24 inches (62 cm) 26.5 inches (68 cm) Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm)

Cane Corso vs Caucasian Ovcharka vs Rough Collie Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Cane Corso, Caucasian Ovcharka, and Rough Collie. Find price differences between these breeds.
$1500-$2000 $1500-$2500 $400-$600
Availability
Which is easier to get, Cane Corso or Caucasian Ovcharka or Rough Collie?
Very frequent: The Cane Corso is quite easy to get.
Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.
Very frequent: The Rough Collie is quite easy to get.

Cane Corso vs Caucasian Ovcharka vs Rough Collie Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Cane Corso, Caucasian Ovcharka, and Rough Collie. Which breed ranks highest?
Smart: The Cane Corso dogs have great intelligence.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Very smart: Rough Collie is an excellent dog breed.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Cane Corso, Caucasian Ovcharka, and Rough Collie. Which is easiest to train?
Cane Corso dogs are easy to train.
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Caucasian Ovcharka dogs are quite easy to train.
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Rough Collie dogs are very easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Cane Corso, Caucasian Ovcharka, and Rough Collie. Which breed is most alert?
Cane Corso dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Caucasian Ovcharka dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Rough Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Cane Corso, Caucasian Ovcharka, and Rough Collie. Which breed is most protective?
Cane Corso dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Caucasian Ovcharka dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Rough Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Cane Corso vs Caucasian Ovcharka vs Rough Collie Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Cane Corso, Caucasian Ovcharka, and Rough Collie? Compare temperaments.
Courageous
Loyal
Social
Cheerful
Quiet
Alert
Powerful
Dominant
Quick
Calm
Protective
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Docile
Obedient
Loyal
Gentle
Social
Elegant
Hard working
Herding
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Cane Corso dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Caucasian Ovcharka dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Sensitive: Rough Collie dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Cane Corso vs Caucasian Ovcharka vs Rough Collie?
Average: Cane Corso dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Average to High: Caucasian Ovcharka dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: Rough Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Cane Corso vs Caucasian Ovcharka vs Rough Collie social needs comparison:
Cane Corso dogs are a social breed.
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Caucasian Ovcharka dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Rough Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Cane Corso dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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Caucasian Ovcharka dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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Rough Collie dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Cane Corso dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Caucasian Ovcharka dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen.
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Rough Collie dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Cane Corso vs Caucasian Ovcharka vs Rough Collie Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Cane Corso, Caucasian Ovcharka, and Rough Collie. Which breed is most vocal?
Low: The Cane Corso barks none to minimal.
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Average to High: The Caucasian Ovcharka is a vocal breed.
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Low to Average: The Rough Collie rarely barks.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Cane Corso, Caucasian Ovcharka, and Rough Collie. Which breed is most playful?
Average: Cane Corsos, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Caucasian Ovcharka is a playful breed.
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The Rough Collie is a playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Cane Corso, Caucasian Ovcharka, and Rough Collie. Which adapts best to small spaces?
It is not recommended to keep the Cane Corso 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 Caucasian Ovcharka 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 Rough Collie indoors.

Cane Corso vs Caucasian Ovcharka vs Rough Collie Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Cane Corso, Caucasian Ovcharka, and Rough Collie. Which breed is most flexible?
Cane Corso dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Average: Caucasian Ovcharka dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Rough Collie dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Cane Corso or Caucasian Ovcharka or Rough Collie?
Cane Corso 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.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Rough Collie dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Cane Corso vs Caucasian Ovcharka vs Rough Collie Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Cane Corso, Caucasian Ovcharka, and Rough Collie. Which has lowest bite risk?

Moderate

The Cane Corso has an average chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Caucasian Ovcharka has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Rough Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Cane Corso, Caucasian Ovcharka, and Rough Collie. Which uses mouth most during play?
Cane Corso dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Caucasian Ovcharka dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Rough Collie dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Cane Corso, Caucasian Ovcharka, and Rough Collie. Which has the strongest bite?

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Cane Corso bite force: The Strongest.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Caucasian Ovcharka bite force: The Strongest.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Rough Collie bite force: Ordinary.

Cane Corso vs Caucasian Ovcharka vs Rough Collie Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Cane Corso, Caucasian Ovcharka, and Rough Collie. Which breed lives longest?
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Cane Corso: 11 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Caucasian Ovcharka: 11 years
14-16 years
The average lifespan of Rough Collie: 15 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Cane Corso, Caucasian Ovcharka, and Rough Collie. 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.
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Prefers cold weather
The Caucasian Ovcharka can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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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.
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Cane Corso, Caucasian Ovcharka, and Rough Collie. Which has fewer health issues?
Cane Corsos are commonly healthy dogs.
Caucasian Ovcharkas tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
The Rough Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Rare
The Cane Corso should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Frequent
The Caucasian Ovcharka should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Average
The Rough Collie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Cane Corso vs Caucasian Ovcharka vs Rough Collie? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Cane Corso vs Caucasian Ovcharka vs Rough Collie health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Bloat
Entropion
Cherry Eye
Ectropion
Arthritis
Demodectic Mange
Joint Dysplasia Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Drug Sensitivity
Collie Eye Anomaly
Gray Collie Syndrome

Cane Corso vs Caucasian Ovcharka vs Rough Collie Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Cane Corso, Caucasian Ovcharka, and Rough Collie. Which breed is most active?
Cane Corso dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Caucasian Ovcharka dogs have a lower energy level than other 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.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Cane Corso vs Caucasian Ovcharka vs Rough Collie exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Cane Corso or Caucasian Ovcharka or Rough Collie? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Cane Corso dogs have an average exercise need.
Caucasian Ovcharka dogs exercise need is minimal.
Rough Collie dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Cane Corso or Caucasian Ovcharka or Rough Collie?
Cane Corso dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Caucasian Ovcharka dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
Rough Collie dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.

Cane Corso vs Caucasian Ovcharka vs Rough Collie Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Cane Corso, Caucasian Ovcharka, and Rough Collie. Which is most prone to obesity?
Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Cane Corso's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Caucasian Ovcharka's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average: The Rough Collie has an average risk for obesity.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Cane Corso, Caucasian Ovcharka, and Rough Collie. Which needs most food?
Recommended daily amount: If you are feeding a high-quality dry food, your Corso will probably eat 4 to 5 cups a day. 4 to 7 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.

Cane Corso vs Caucasian Ovcharka vs Rough Collie Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Cane Corso, Caucasian Ovcharka, and Rough Collie. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Cane Corso, Caucasian Ovcharka, and Rough Collie. What colors are available?
Black
Gray
Red
Fawn
Brindle
Chestnut
Black
Gray
Cream
White
Silver
Yellow
White
Sable
Merle
Black & White & Tan
Blue & Merle
Blue & Merle & White
Sable & White
White & Merle
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Cane Corso, Caucasian Ovcharka, and Rough Collie. Which requires most maintenance?
Effortless: The Cane Corso requires minimal grooming.
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Easy to groom: The Caucasian Ovcharka doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Cane Corso, Caucasian Ovcharka, and Rough Collie. Which drools least?
The Cane Corso drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed.
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The Caucasian Ovcharka drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed.
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The Rough Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Cane Corso, Caucasian Ovcharka, and Rough Collie. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The Cane Corso has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Caucasian Ovcharka has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Rough Collie has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Cane Corso, Caucasian Ovcharka, and Rough Collie. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Dense Dense
Thick
Double
Rough
Soft
Thick
Straight
Harsh
Furry
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Cane Corso, Caucasian Ovcharka, and Rough Collie. Which requires most frequent baths?
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Cane Corso or Caucasian Ovcharka or Rough Collie? Cane Corso or Caucasian Ovcharka or {name3 shedding:
Cane Corso dogs shed moderately.
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Caucasian Ovcharka dogs shed moderately.
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Rough Collie dogs are heavy shedders.
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Cane Corso vs Caucasian Ovcharka vs Rough Collie Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Cane Corso, Caucasian Ovcharka, and Rough Collie. Which is best with kids?
Cane Corso dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Caucasian Ovcharka dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Rough Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Cane Corso dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Caucasian Ovcharka dogs are generally with other pets.
Rough Collie dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Cane Corso or Caucasian Ovcharka or Rough Collie? Which dog is more friendly?
Cane Corso dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.
Caucasian Ovcharka dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Rough Collie dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Cane Corso or Caucasian Ovcharka or Rough Collie?
Cane Corso dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Caucasian Ovcharka dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Rough Collie dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Cane Corso or Caucasian Ovcharka or Rough Collie?
Cane Corso dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Caucasian Ovcharka dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Rough Collie dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Cane Corso vs Caucasian Ovcharka vs Rough Collie?
No
Cane Corso dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Yes
Caucasian Ovcharka 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.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Cane Corso is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Caucasian Ovcharka is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Rough Collie is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Cane Corsos are commonly okay with elderly people.
Caucasian Ovcharkas are usually recommended for elderly people.
Rough Collies are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Cane Corso vs Caucasian Ovcharka vs Rough Collie As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Cane Corso, Caucasian Ovcharka, and Rough Collie. Which is best suited for service work?

Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Cane Corso, Caucasian Ovcharka, and Rough Collie. Which excels in therapy work?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Cane Corso, Caucasian Ovcharka, and Rough 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 Cane Corso, Caucasian Ovcharka, and Rough 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.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Cane Corso, Caucasian Ovcharka, and Rough Collie. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

Cane Corso breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Caucasian Ovcharka breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Rough Collie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Cane Corso, Caucasian Ovcharka, and Rough Collie. Which is best for draft work?

Yes

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Yes

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

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Cane Corso, Caucasian Ovcharka, and Rough Collie. Which has most military use?

Yes

In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Yes

In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Cane Corso vs Caucasian Ovcharka vs Rough Collie Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Cane Corso, Caucasian Ovcharka, and Rough Collie. Which has most puppies?
4-6 puppies 5-10 puppies 4-8 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Cane Corso, Caucasian Ovcharka, and Rough 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 Cane Corso, Caucasian Ovcharka, and Rough Collie. What's recommended?

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Cane Corso vs Caucasian Ovcharka vs Rough Collie Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Cane Corso, Caucasian Ovcharka, and Rough Collie. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2010 as a Working breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Herding breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Cane Corso, Caucasian Ovcharka, and Rough Collie. How are they classified internationally?
Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section. Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Cane Corso, Caucasian Ovcharka, and Rough Collie. Which has most recognition?
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
American Canine Registry
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
Foundation Stock Service
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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