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Name	Catahoula Leopard Dog	Borador	Border Collie
Origins	United States	United States	England Scotland Wales
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Group	Working Dogs	Designer Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Catahoula Leopard Dog, Borador, and Border Collie breeds.	Catahoula Cur Catahoula Hound Catahoula Hog Dog	Border Collie Lab Border Lab	Sheepdog Scotch Sheep Dog
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Catahoula Leopard Dog, Borador, and Border Collie? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Cross Breed	Purebred

Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Borador vs Border Collie Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Catahoula Leopard Dog, Borador, and Border Collie. Which breed is the largest?	Large Medium	Large	Large
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Catahoula Leopard Dog, Borador, and Border Collie? Compare adult weight ranges.	55-80 pounds (16-37 kg)	40-65 pounds (18-30 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?	67.5 pounds (26.5 kg)	52.5 pounds (24 kg)	Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Female: 34.5 pounds (15.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Catahoula Leopard Dog or Borador or Border Collie? Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Borador vs Border Collie height comparison:	Male: 22-26 inches (56-58 cm), Female: 20-24 inches (51-61 cm)	19-24 inches (48-61 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: 24 inches (57 cm), Female: 22 inches (56 cm)	21.5 inches (54.5 cm)	Male: 20.5 inches (52 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (49.5 cm)

Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Borador vs Border Collie Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Catahoula Leopard Dog, Borador, and Border Collie. Find price differences between these breeds.	$300-$500	$200-$500	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Catahoula Leopard Dog or Borador or Border Collie?	Average: The Catahoula Leopard Dog is a commonly available dog breed.	Average: The Borador is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The Border Collie is quite easy to get.

Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Borador vs Border Collie Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Catahoula Leopard Dog, Borador, and Border Collie. Which breed ranks highest?	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Very smart: Borador is an excellent dog breed. 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 Catahoula Leopard Dog, Borador, and Border Collie. Which is easiest to train?	Catahoula Leopard Dog dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Borador dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Border Collie dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Catahoula Leopard Dog, Borador, and Border Collie. Which breed is most alert?	Catahoula Leopard Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Borador dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Border Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Catahoula Leopard Dog, Borador, and Border Collie. Which breed is most protective?	Catahoula Leopard Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Borador dogs are average defenders. See more.	Border Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Borador vs Border Collie Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Catahoula Leopard Dog, Borador, and Border Collie? Compare temperaments.	Loving Independent Energetic Protective Alert Courageous Intelligent Loyal Gentle	Active Curious Energetic Outgoing Gentle Eager Smart	Energetic Protective Alert Intelligent Responsive Loyal Tenacious
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Catahoula Leopard Dog dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Borador dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. 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: Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Borador vs Border Collie?	Average to High: Catahoula Leopard Dog dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Borador 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 Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Borador vs Border Collie social needs comparison:	Catahoula Leopard Dog dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Borador 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?	Catahoula Leopard Dog dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Borador dogs have average wanderlust potential. 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?	Their prey drive is low. See more.	Borador 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.	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

Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Borador vs Border Collie Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Catahoula Leopard Dog, Borador, and Border Collie. Which breed is most vocal?	Low to Average: The Catahoula Leopard Dog rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Borador rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Border Collie rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Catahoula Leopard Dog, Borador, and Border Collie. Which breed is most playful?	Average: Catahoula Leopard Dogs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Borador is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Border Collie is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Catahoula Leopard Dog, Borador, and Border Collie. Which adapts best to small spaces?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Catahoula Leopard Dog 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 Borador indoors.	It is not recommended to keep the Border Collie breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Borador vs Border Collie Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between Catahoula Leopard Dog, Borador, and Border Collie. Which breed is most flexible?	Average: Catahoula Leopard Dog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Average: Borador dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Border Collie dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Catahoula Leopard Dog or Borador or Border Collie?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Borador 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.

Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Borador vs Border Collie Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Borador vs Border Collie Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Catahoula Leopard Dog, Borador, and Border Collie. Which breed lives longest?	11-13 years The average lifespan of Catahoula Leopard Dog: 12 years	9-15 years The average lifespan of Borador: 12 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Border Collie: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Catahoula Leopard Dog, Borador, and Border 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. 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 Catahoula Leopard Dog, Borador, and Border Collie. Which has fewer health issues?	The Catahoula Leopard Dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Borador 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 Catahoula Leopard Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Borador 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: Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Borador vs Border Collie? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Borador vs Border Collie health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Bloat Deafness	Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Eye Problems Elbow Dysplasia	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Collie Eye Anomaly Osteochondrosis Dissecans

Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Borador vs Border Collie Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Catahoula Leopard Dog, Borador, and Border Collie. Which is most prone to obesity?	Average: The Catahoula Leopard Dog has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Borador's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Border Collie has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Catahoula Leopard Dog, Borador, and Border Collie. Which needs most food?	3 to 4.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	4 to 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.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Borador vs Border Collie Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Catahoula Leopard Dog, Borador, and Border Collie. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Coat Colors Compare color variations between Catahoula Leopard Dog, Borador, and Border Collie. What colors are available?	Black Gray Tan Red Blue Silver Brown Brindle Tricolor	Black Tan 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
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Catahoula Leopard Dog, Borador, and Border Collie. Which requires most maintenance?	Effortless: The Catahoula Leopard Dog requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The Borador requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Border Collie requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Catahoula Leopard Dog, Borador, and Border Collie. Which drools least?	The Catahoula Leopard Dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Borador is an average drooler. See more.	The Border Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Catahoula Leopard Dog, Borador, and Border Collie. Which has least natural smell?	Medium ⏺ The Catahoula Leopard Dog has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Borador has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Border Collie has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Catahoula Leopard Dog, Borador, and Border Collie. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Smooth	Short Medium	Dense Feathered Straight Short Moderately Long
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Catahoula Leopard Dog, Borador, and Border Collie. Which requires most frequent baths?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Catahoula Leopard Dog or Borador or Border Collie? Catahoula Leopard Dog or Borador or {name3 shedding:	Catahoula Leopard Dog dogs are low shedders. See more.	Borador dogs shed above average. See more.	Border Collie dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Borador vs Border Collie Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between Catahoula Leopard Dog, Borador, and Border Collie. Which is best with kids?	Catahoula Leopard Dog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Borador dogs are 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?	Catahoula Leopard Dog dogs are generally with other pets.	Borador dogs are generally with other pets.	Border Collie dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Catahoula Leopard Dog or Borador or Border Collie? Which dog is more friendly?	Catahoula Leopard Dog dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Borador dogs are 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 Catahoula Leopard Dog or Borador or Border Collie?	Catahoula Leopard Dog dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Borador dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Catahoula Leopard Dog or Borador or Border Collie?	Catahoula Leopard Dog dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Borador dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Borador vs Border Collie?	Yes Catahoula Leopard Dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Borador 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 Catahoula Leopard Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.	Yes Borador is one of the best dog breeds 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?	Catahoula Leopard Dogs are usually recommended for elderly people.	Boradors are usually recommended for elderly people.	Border Collies are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Borador vs Border Collie As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Catahoula Leopard Dog, Borador, 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 Catahoula Leopard Dog, Borador, 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 Catahoula Leopard Dog, Borador, 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 Catahoula Leopard Dog, Borador, 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 Catahoula Leopard Dog, Borador, and Border Collie. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really Catahoula Leopard Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Borador 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.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Catahoula Leopard Dog, Borador, 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 Catahoula Leopard Dog, Borador, 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.

Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Borador vs Border Collie Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Catahoula Leopard Dog, Borador, and Border Collie. Which has most puppies?	8-12 puppies	4-10 puppies	4-8 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Catahoula Leopard Dog, Borador, 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 Catahoula Leopard Dog, Borador, 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.

Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Borador vs Border Collie Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Catahoula Leopard Dog, Borador, and Border Collie. How are they classified?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1995 as a Herding breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Catahoula Leopard Dog, Borador, and Border Collie. How are they classified internationally?	Not recognized by FCI.	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 Catahoula Leopard Dog, Borador, and Border Collie. Which has most recognition?	American Canine Registry America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. United Kennel Club Animal Research Foundation American Rare Breed Association Foundation Stock Service	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

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