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Chow Chow vs Labrador Retriever vs Border Collie Comparison - Dog breed selector: Chowdren or Lab or Sheepdog? Find the right dog for you

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Name Chow Chow Labrador Retriever Border Collie
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Chow Chow, Labrador Retriever, and Border Collie breeds.
Chowdren
Chow
Lab
Labrador
Sheepdog
Scotch Sheep Dog
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Chow Chow, Labrador Retriever, and Border Collie? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Chow Chow vs Labrador Retriever vs Border Collie Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Chow Chow, Labrador Retriever, and Border Collie. Which breed is the largest?
Medium Large Large
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Chow Chow, Labrador Retriever, and Border Collie? Compare adult weight ranges.
45-70 pounds (20-32 kg) Male: 60-75 pounds (27-34kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 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?
57.5 pounds (26 kg) Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg) Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Female: 34.5 pounds (15.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Chow Chow or Labrador Retriever or Border Collie? Chow Chow vs Labrador Retriever vs Border Collie height comparison:
Male: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm), Female: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm) Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 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?
20 inches (51 cm) Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm) Male: 20.5 inches (52 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (49.5 cm)

Chow Chow vs Labrador Retriever vs Border Collie Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Chow Chow, Labrador Retriever, and Border Collie. Find price differences between these breeds.
$600-$800 $1000-$2000 $600-$800
Availability
Which is easier to get, Chow Chow or Labrador Retriever or Border Collie?
Very frequent: The Chow Chow is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Labrador Retriever is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Border Collie is quite easy to get.

Chow Chow vs Labrador Retriever vs Border Collie Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Chow Chow, Labrador Retriever, and Border Collie. Which breed ranks highest?
Low: The Chow Chow is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence.
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Outstanding: Labrador Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Outstanding: Border Collie is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Chow Chow, Labrador Retriever, and Border Collie. Which is easiest to train?
A slightly harder to train than average.
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Labrador Retriever dogs are very easy to train.
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Border Collie dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Chow Chow, Labrador Retriever, and Border Collie. Which breed is most alert?
Chow Chow dogs are average watchdogs.
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Labrador Retriever dogs are average watchdogs.
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Border Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Chow Chow, Labrador Retriever, and Border Collie. Which breed is most protective?
Chow Chow dogs are average defenders.
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Labrador Retriever dogs are average defenders.
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Border Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Chow Chow vs Labrador Retriever vs Border Collie Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Chow Chow, Labrador Retriever, and Border Collie? Compare temperaments.
Aloof
Independent
Protective
Intelligent
Loyal
Quiet
Detached
Playful
Loving
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Social
Cheerful
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Responsive
Loyal
Tenacious
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Chow Chow dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Sensitive: Labrador Retriever dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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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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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Chow Chow vs Labrador Retriever vs Border Collie?
Slightly Below Average: Chow Chow dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence.
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Slightly Below Average: Labrador Retriever dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence.
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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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Social Needs
Chow Chow vs Labrador Retriever vs Border Collie social needs comparison:
Chow Chow dogs are kinda antisocial.
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Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Border Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Chow Chow dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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Labrador Retriever dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Border Collie dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Chow Chow dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Labrador Retriever dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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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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Chow Chow vs Labrador Retriever vs Border Collie Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Chow Chow, Labrador Retriever, and Border Collie. Which breed is most vocal?
Low: The Chow Chow barks none to minimal.
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Average: The Labrador Retriever barks occasionally.
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Low to Average: The Border Collie rarely barks.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Chow Chow, Labrador Retriever, and Border Collie. Which breed is most playful?
Chow Chows are not the most playful dog breed.
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The Labrador Retriever is a highly playful breed.
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The Border Collie is a highly playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Chow Chow, Labrador Retriever, 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 Chow Chow indoors.
It is not recommended to keep the Labrador Retriever breed in the home.
It is not recommended to keep the Border Collie breed in the home.

Chow Chow vs Labrador Retriever vs Border Collie Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Chow Chow, Labrador Retriever, and Border Collie. Which breed is most flexible?
Chow Chow dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Labrador Retriever dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all 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: Chow Chow or Labrador Retriever or Border Collie?
Chow Chow dogs handle alone time quite well.
Labrador Retriever dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Border Collie dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Chow Chow vs Labrador Retriever vs Border Collie Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Chow Chow, Labrador Retriever, and Border Collie. Which has lowest bite risk?

Moderate

The Chow Chow has an average chance of biting somebody.

Moderate

The Labrador Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Border Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Chow Chow, Labrador Retriever, and Border Collie. Which uses mouth most during play?
Chow Chow dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Labrador Retriever dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, 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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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Chow Chow, Labrador Retriever, and Border Collie. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Chow Chow bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Labrador Retriever bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Border Collie bite force: Ordinary.

Chow Chow vs Labrador Retriever vs Border Collie Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Chow Chow, Labrador Retriever, and Border Collie. Which breed lives longest?
13-15 years
The average lifespan of Chow Chow: 14 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Labrador Retriever: 11 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Border Collie: 13 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Chow Chow, Labrador Retriever, and Border Collie. Which handles climate changes best?
Prefers cold weather
The Chow Chow can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also 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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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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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Chow Chow, Labrador Retriever, and Border Collie. Which has fewer health issues?
The Chow Chow is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Labrador Retriever 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.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Chow Chow should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Labrador Retriever 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.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Chow Chow vs Labrador Retriever vs Border Collie? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Chow Chow vs Labrador Retriever vs Border Collie health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Ectropion
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Epilepsy
Ear Infections
Elbow Dysplasia
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia
Acute Moist Dermatitis
Cold Tail
Myopathy
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Collie Eye Anomaly
Osteochondrosis Dissecans

Chow Chow vs Labrador Retriever vs Border Collie Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Chow Chow, Labrador Retriever, and Border Collie. Which breed is most active?
Chow Chow dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Labrador Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.
Border Collie dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Chow Chow vs Labrador Retriever vs Border Collie exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Chow Chow or Labrador Retriever or Border Collie? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Chow Chow dogs exercise need is minimal.
Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.
Border Collie dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Chow Chow or Labrador Retriever or Border Collie?
Chow Chow dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
Labrador Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.
Border Collie dogs don't need too much sleep.

Chow Chow vs Labrador Retriever vs Border Collie Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Chow Chow, Labrador Retriever, and Border Collie. Which is most prone to obesity?
Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Chow Chow's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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High: The Labrador Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Average: The Border Collie has an average risk for obesity.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Chow Chow, Labrador Retriever, and Border Collie. Which needs most food?
4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. Recommended daily amount: 2.5 to 3 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.

Chow Chow vs Labrador Retriever vs Border Collie Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Chow Chow, Labrador Retriever, and Border Collie. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Chow Chow, Labrador Retriever, and Border Collie. What colors are available?
Black
Red
Blue
Cream
Cinnamon
Black
Yellow
Chocolate
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 Chow Chow, Labrador Retriever, and Border Collie. Which requires most maintenance?
Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Effortless: The Labrador Retriever requires minimal grooming.
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Average: The Border Collie requires average grooming effort.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Chow Chow, Labrador Retriever, and Border Collie. Which drools least?
The Chow Chow is an average drooler.
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The Labrador Retriever is an average drooler.
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The Border Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Chow Chow, Labrador Retriever, and Border Collie. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The Chow Chow has an average chance of bad smell.

High 🔼

The Labrador Retriever has a high chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Border Collie has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Chow Chow, Labrador Retriever, and Border Collie. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Rough Dense
Waterproof
Hard
Short
Dense
Feathered
Straight
Short
Moderately Long
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Chow Chow, Labrador Retriever, and Border 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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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Chow Chow or Labrador Retriever or Border Collie? Chow Chow or Labrador Retriever or {name3 shedding:
Chow Chow dogs shed above average.
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Labrador Retriever dogs shed moderately.
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Border Collie dogs shed moderately.
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Chow Chow vs Labrador Retriever vs Border Collie Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Chow Chow, Labrador Retriever, and Border Collie. Which is best with kids?
Chow Chow dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Labrador Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Border Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Chow Chow dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Labrador Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Border Collie dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Chow Chow or Labrador Retriever or Border Collie? Which dog is more friendly?
Chow Chow dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.
Labrador Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Chow Chow or Labrador Retriever or Border Collie?
Chow Chow dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Labrador Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Chow Chow or Labrador Retriever or Border Collie?
Chow Chow dogs are not dog-friendly.
Labrador Retriever dogs are very 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: Chow Chow vs Labrador Retriever vs Border Collie?
No
Chow Chow dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Yes
Labrador Retriever 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
Chow Chow is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Labrador Retriever 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?
Chow Chows are not the best breed for elderly people.
Labrador Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Border Collies are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Chow Chow vs Labrador Retriever vs Border Collie As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Chow Chow, Labrador Retriever, and Border Collie. Which is best suited for service work?

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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Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Chow Chow, Labrador Retriever, and Border Collie. Which excels in therapy work?

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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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Chow Chow, Labrador Retriever, 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.

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
Search & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Chow Chow, Labrador Retriever, and Border Collie. Which is best for SAR work?

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.

Yes

This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Chow Chow, Labrador Retriever, and Border Collie. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

Chow Chow breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Yes

Labrador Retriever breed usually likes 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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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Chow Chow, Labrador Retriever, 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.
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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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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Chow Chow, Labrador Retriever, and Border Collie. Which has most military use?

Yes

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

Not really

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

Not really

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

Chow Chow vs Labrador Retriever vs Border Collie Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Chow Chow, Labrador Retriever, and Border Collie. Which has most puppies?
3-6 puppies 5-10 puppies 4-8 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Chow Chow, Labrador Retriever, and Border Collie. Any breeding differences?
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Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Chow Chow, Labrador Retriever, and Border 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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Chow Chow vs Labrador Retriever vs Border Collie Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Chow Chow, Labrador Retriever, and Border Collie. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1903 as a Non-Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1917 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1995 as a Herding breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Chow Chow, Labrador Retriever, and Border Collie. How are they classified internationally?
Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Asian Spitz and related breeds section. Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers 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 Chow Chow, Labrador Retriever, 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
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Canadian Canine Registry
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
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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