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Catalan Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Basque Shepherd Dog Comparison - Dog breed selector: Catalan sheepdog or Sheepdog or Basque Herder? Find the right dog for you

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Name Catalan Sheepdog Border Collie Basque Shepherd Dog
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Group Pastoral / Herding Dogs Pastoral / Herding Dogs Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Catalan sheepdog
Catalan shepherd
Atura Català
Sheepdog
Scotch Sheep Dog
Basque Herder
Basque Sheepdog
Perro de pastor vasco
Euskal artzain txakurra
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Catalan Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Basque Shepherd Dog breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Catalan Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Basque Shepherd Dog Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Catalan Sheepdog or Border Collie or Basque Shepherd Dog? Which is the smallest dog, Catalan Sheepdog or Border Collie or Basque Shepherd Dog?
Medium Large Large
Weight
Which is heavier, Catalan Sheepdog or Border Collie or Border Collie? Catalan Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Basque Shepherd Dog weight comparison:
Male: 44-55 pounds (20-25 kg), Female: 37-46 pounds (17-21 kg) Male: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg), Female: 27-42 pounds (12-19 kg) 40-75 pounds (18-34 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 49.5 pounds (22.5 kg), Female: 41.5 pounds (19 kg) Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Female: 34.5 pounds (15.5 kg) 57,5 pounds (26 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Catalan Sheepdog or Border Collie or Basque Shepherd Dog? Catalan Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Basque Shepherd Dog height comparison:
Male: 19–22 inches (47–55 cm), Female: 18–21 inches (45–53 cm) Male: 19-22 inches (48-56 cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46-53 cm) 19-24 inches (48-61 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 19–22 inches (47–55 cm), Female: 18–21 inches (45–53 cm) Male: 20.5 inches (52 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (49.5 cm) 21.5 inches (54.5 cm)

Catalan Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Basque Shepherd Dog Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Catalan Sheepdog or Border Collie or Basque Shepherd Dog? Which is more expensive?
$600-$800 $600-$800 $1200-$1800
Availability
Which is easier to get, Catalan Sheepdog or Border Collie or Basque Shepherd Dog?
Average: The Catalan Sheepdog is a commonly available dog breed.
Very frequent: The Border Collie 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.

Catalan Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Basque Shepherd Dog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Catalan Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Basque Shepherd Dog intelligence:
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Outstanding: Border Collie is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Smart: The Basque Shepherd Dog dogs have great intelligence.
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Trainability
Catalan Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Basque Shepherd Dog trainability comparison.
Catalan Sheepdog dogs are very easy to train.
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Border Collie dogs are easy to train.
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Basque Shepherd Dog dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Catalan Sheepdog or Border Collie or Basque Shepherd Dog?
Catalan Sheepdog dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Border Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Basque Shepherd Dog dogs are average watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Catalan Sheepdog or Border Collie or Basque Shepherd Dog? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Catalan Sheepdog dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Border Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Basque Shepherd Dog dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Catalan Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Basque Shepherd Dog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Catalan Sheepdog or Border Collie or Basque Shepherd Dog? Catalan Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Basque Shepherd Dog behavior/temperament comparison:
Agile
Protective
Intelligent
Loyal
Trainable
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Responsive
Loyal
Tenacious
Energetic
Intelligent
Friendly
Obedient
Lively
Attentive
Companionable
Elegant
Familiar
Trustworthy
Charming
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Catalan Sheepdog dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Sensitive: Border Collie dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Basque Shepherd Dog dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Catalan Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Basque Shepherd Dog?
High: Catalan Sheepdog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Border Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: Basque Shepherd Dog dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Social Needs
Catalan Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Basque Shepherd Dog social needs comparison:
Catalan Sheepdog dogs are a social breed.
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Border Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Basque Shepherd Dog dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Catalan Sheepdog dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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Border Collie dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Basque Shepherd Dog 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?
Catalan Sheepdog 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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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.
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Basque Shepherd Dog 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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Catalan Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Basque Shepherd Dog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Catalan Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Basque Shepherd Dog playfulness comparison:
Catalan Sheepdogs are not the most playful dog breed.
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The Border Collie is a highly playful breed.
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Average: Basque Shepherd Dogs, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Catalan Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Basque Shepherd Dog?
Low to Average: The Catalan Sheepdog rarely barks.
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Low to Average: The Border Collie rarely barks.
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Average: The Basque Shepherd Dog barks occasionally.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Catalan Sheepdog or Border Collie or Basque Shepherd Dog?
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 Catalan Sheepdog indoors.
It is not recommended to keep the Border Collie breed in the home.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Basque Shepherd Dog breed.

Catalan Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Basque Shepherd Dog Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Average: Catalan Sheepdog 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.
Average: Basque Shepherd Dog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Catalan Sheepdog or Border Collie or Basque Shepherd Dog?
Catalan Sheepdog 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.
Basque Shepherd Dog dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Catalan Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Basque Shepherd Dog Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Catalan Sheepdog or Border Collie or Basque Shepherd Dog?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Catalan Sheepdog bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Border Collie bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Basque Shepherd Dog bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Catalan Sheepdog has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Border Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Basque Shepherd Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Catalan Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Basque Shepherd Dog mouthiness comparison:
Catalan Sheepdog dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Border Collie dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Basque Shepherd Dog dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Catalan Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Basque Shepherd Dog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Catalan Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Basque Shepherd Dog health comparison. Which is the healthier: Catalan Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Basque Shepherd Dog?
Catalan Sheepdogs tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
The Border Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Basque Shepherd Dogs are commonly healthy dogs.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Catalan Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Basque Shepherd Dog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Catalan Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Basque Shepherd Dog health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Deafness
Dental Problems
Glaucoma
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Collie Eye Anomaly
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
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Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Frequent
The Catalan Sheepdog should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Average
The Border Collie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Rare
The Basque Shepherd Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Life Expectancy
Catalan Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Basque Shepherd Dog lifespan comparison. How long do Catalan Sheepdog, Border Collie and Basque Shepherd Dog breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Catalan Sheepdog: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Border Collie: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Basque Shepherd Dog: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Catalan Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Basque Shepherd Dog?
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 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.
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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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Catalan Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Basque Shepherd Dog Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Catalan Sheepdog or Border Collie or Basque Shepherd Dog? Catalan Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Basque Shepherd Dog energy level comparison:
Catalan Sheepdog dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Border Collie dogs are high-energy dogs.
Basque Shepherd Dog dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Catalan Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Basque Shepherd Dog exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Catalan Sheepdog or Border Collie or Basque Shepherd Dog? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Catalan Sheepdog dogs have an average exercise need.
Border Collie dogs need a lot of exercises.
Basque Shepherd Dog dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Catalan Sheepdog or Border Collie or Basque Shepherd Dog?
Catalan Sheepdog dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Border Collie dogs don't need too much sleep.
Basque Shepherd Dog dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.

Catalan Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Basque Shepherd Dog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Catalan Sheepdog or Border Collie or Basque Shepherd Dog?
3 to 4.5 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. 4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Catalan Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Basque Shepherd Dog weight gain potential comparison:
Low to Average: The Catalan Sheepdog has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Border Collie has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Basque Shepherd Dog has an average risk for obesity.
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Catalan Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Basque Shepherd Dog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Catalan Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Basque Shepherd Dog coat comparison:
Rough
Wavy
Thick
Shaggy
Dense
Feathered
Straight
Short
Moderately Long
Smooth
Colors
What are the original Catalan Sheepdog, Border Collie and Basque Shepherd Dog color?
Black
Gray
Red
Brown
Fawn
Sable
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
Cinnamon
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Catalan Sheepdog or Border Collie or Basque Shepherd Dog? Catalan Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Basque Shepherd Dog grooming comparison:
Average: The Catalan Sheepdog requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Border Collie requires average grooming effort.
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Easy to groom: The Basque Shepherd Dog doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Catalan Sheepdog or Border Collie or Basque Shepherd Dog? Catalan Sheepdog or Border Collie or {name3 shedding:
Catalan Sheepdog dogs shed moderately.
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Border Collie dogs shed moderately.
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Basque Shepherd Dog dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Catalan Sheepdog or Border Collie or Basque Shepherd Dog?
6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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Hypoallergenic
Catalan Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Basque Shepherd Dog hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Catalan Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Basque Shepherd Dog?

Medium

The Catalan Sheepdog has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Border Collie has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Basque Shepherd Dog has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Catalan Sheepdog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Border Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Basque Shepherd Dog is an average drooler.
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Catalan Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Basque Shepherd Dog Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Catalan Sheepdog dogs are generally with other pets.
Border Collie dogs are generally with other pets.
Basque Shepherd Dog dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Catalan Sheepdog or Border Collie or Basque Shepherd Dog? Which dog is more friendly?
Catalan Sheepdog dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Basque Shepherd Dog dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Catalan Sheepdog or Border Collie or Basque Shepherd Dog?
Catalan Sheepdog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Border Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Basque Shepherd Dog dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Catalan Sheepdog or Border Collie or Basque Shepherd Dog?
Catalan Sheepdog dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Basque Shepherd Dog dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Catalan Sheepdog or Border Collie or Basque Shepherd Dog?
Catalan Sheepdog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Basque Shepherd Dog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Catalan Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Basque Shepherd Dog?
Yes
Catalan Sheepdog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Border Collie dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Basque Shepherd Dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Catalan Sheepdog is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Border Collie is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Basque Shepherd Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Catalan Sheepdogs are usually recommended for elderly people.
Border Collies are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Basque Shepherd Dogs are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Catalan Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Basque Shepherd Dog 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.
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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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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Catalan Sheepdog or Border Collie or Basque Shepherd Dog? Which is better for autism?

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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Not really

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

Yes

This breed would make an excellent 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: Catalan Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Basque Shepherd Dog?

Not really

Catalan Sheepdog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Border Collie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Basque Shepherd Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog
Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?

Not really

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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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Fighting Dog / Military 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.

Not really

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

Catalan Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Basque Shepherd Dog 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.
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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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Litter Size
How many puppies can Catalan Sheepdog and Border Collie and Basque Shepherd Dog have?
4-6 puppies 4-8 puppies 5-9 puppies

Catalan Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Basque Shepherd Dog Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1995 as a Herding breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs 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?
Dog Registry of America Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
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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