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Dalmatian vs Whippet vs Border Collie Comparison - Dog breed selector: Carriage Dog or Snap Dog or Sheepdog? Find the right dog for you

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Name Dalmatian Whippet Border Collie
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Carriage Dog
Dally
Firehouse Dog
Plum Pudding Dog
Spotted Coach Dog
Dal
Snap Dog
English Whippet
Sheepdog
Scotch Sheep Dog
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Dalmatian vs Whippet vs Border Collie breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Dalmatian vs Whippet vs Border Collie Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Dalmatian or Whippet or Border Collie? Which is the smallest dog, Dalmatian or Whippet or Border Collie?
Large Medium Large
Weight
Which is heavier, Dalmatian or Whippet or Whippet? Dalmatian vs Whippet vs Border Collie weight comparison:
about 55 pounds (25 kg) 25 - 45 pounds (11 - 21 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?
about 55 pounds (25 kg) 25 - 45 pounds (11 - 21 kg) Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Female: 34.5 pounds (15.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Dalmatian or Whippet or Border Collie? Dalmatian vs Whippet vs Border Collie height comparison:
Male: 22 - 24 inches (50 – 60 cm), Female: 20 - 22 inches (50 - 55 cm) Male: 18.5-20 inches (46-51 cm), Female: 17.5-19 inches (44-48 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: 22 - 24 inches (50 – 60 cm), Female: 20 - 22 inches (50 - 55 cm) Male: 19 inches (48.5 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm) Male: 20.5 inches (52 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (49.5 cm)

Dalmatian vs Whippet vs Border Collie Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Dalmatian or Whippet or Border Collie? Which is more expensive?
$500-$600 $800-$1200 $600-$800
Availability
Which is easier to get, Dalmatian or Whippet or Border Collie?
Very frequent: The Dalmatian is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Whippet is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Border Collie is quite easy to get.

Dalmatian vs Whippet vs Border Collie Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Dalmatian vs Whippet vs Border Collie intelligence:
Smart: The Dalmatian 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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Outstanding: Border Collie is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Trainability
Dalmatian vs Whippet vs Border Collie trainability comparison.
Dalmatian dogs are quite easy to train.
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Whippet dogs are easy to train.
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Border Collie dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Dalmatian or Whippet or Border Collie?
Dalmatian dogs are average watchdogs.
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Whippet dogs are average watchdogs.
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Border Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Dalmatian or Whippet or Border Collie? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Dalmatian dogs are average defenders.
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Whippet dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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Border Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Dalmatian vs Whippet vs Border Collie Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Dalmatian or Whippet or Border Collie? Dalmatian vs Whippet vs Border Collie behavior/temperament comparison:
Active
Playful
Energetic
Sensitive
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Outright
Companionable
Adaptable
Quiet
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Responsive
Loyal
Tenacious
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Sensitive: Whippet 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: Dalmatian vs Whippet vs Border Collie?
High: Dalmatian dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average: Whippet dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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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
Dalmatian vs Whippet vs Border Collie social needs comparison:
Dalmatian dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Whippet dogs need for social interaction is average.
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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?
The wanderlust potential of the Dalmatian is strong enough to escape from home.
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The wanderlust potential of the Whippet is strong enough to escape from home.
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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?
Dalmatian dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Whippet dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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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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Dalmatian vs Whippet vs Border Collie Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Dalmatian vs Whippet vs Border Collie playfulness comparison:
The Dalmatian is a highly playful breed.
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Average: Whippets, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Border Collie is a highly playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Dalmatian vs Whippet vs Border Collie?
Average: The Dalmatian barks occasionally.
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Low: The Whippet barks none to minimal.
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Low to Average: The Border Collie rarely barks.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Dalmatian or Whippet or Border Collie?
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Dalmatian breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Whippet breed.
It is not recommended to keep the Border Collie breed in the home.

Dalmatian vs Whippet vs Border Collie Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Dalmatian dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Whippet 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.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Dalmatian or Whippet or Border Collie?
Dalmatian dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Border Collie dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Dalmatian vs Whippet vs Border Collie Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Dalmatian or Whippet or Border Collie?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Dalmatian bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Whippet bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Border Collie bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Dalmatian has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Whippet has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Border Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Dalmatian vs Whippet vs Border Collie mouthiness comparison:
Dalmatian dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Whippet dogs have a higher than 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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Dalmatian vs Whippet vs Border Collie Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Dalmatian vs Whippet vs Border Collie health comparison. Which is the healthier: Dalmatian vs Whippet vs Border Collie?
Dalmatians are commonly healthy dogs.
The Whippet 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.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Dalmatian vs Whippet vs Border Collie? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Dalmatian vs Whippet vs Border Collie health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Deafness
Skin Allergies
Iris Sphincter Dysplasia
Urolithiasis
Heart Murmurs
Hypothyroidism
Von Willebrand's Disease
Heart Problems
Deafness
Vaccination Sensitivity
Drug Sensitivity
Arthritis
Kidney Issues
Addison's Disease
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Collie Eye Anomaly
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Rare
The Dalmatian should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Average
The Whippet 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.
Life Expectancy
Dalmatian vs Whippet vs Border Collie lifespan comparison. How long do Dalmatian, Whippet and Border Collie breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Dalmatian: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Whippet: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Border Collie: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Dalmatian vs Whippet vs Border Collie?
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 warm weather
Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates.
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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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Dalmatian vs Whippet vs Border Collie Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Dalmatian or Whippet or Border Collie? Dalmatian vs Whippet vs Border Collie energy level comparison:
Dalmatian dogs are high-energy dogs.
Whippet dogs are high-energy dogs.
Border Collie dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Dalmatian vs Whippet vs Border Collie exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Dalmatian or Whippet or Border Collie? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Dalmatian dogs need a lot of exercises.
Whippet dogs have an average exercise need.
Border Collie dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Dalmatian or Whippet or Border Collie?
Dalmatian dogs don't need too much sleep.
Whippet dogs don't need too much sleep.
Border Collie dogs don't need too much sleep.

Dalmatian vs Whippet vs Border Collie Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Dalmatian or Whippet or Border Collie?
Recommended daily amount: 1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1 to 2 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.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Dalmatian vs Whippet vs Border Collie weight gain potential comparison:
Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Dalmatian's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Low: The Whippet has good luck with genetics.
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Average: The Border Collie has an average risk for obesity.
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Dalmatian vs Whippet vs Border Collie Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Dalmatian vs Whippet vs Border Collie coat comparison:
Fine Fine
Short
Close in texture
Dense
Feathered
Straight
Short
Moderately Long
Colors
What are the original Dalmatian, Whippet and Border Collie color?
Black
White
Brown
Liver
Black
Red
Blue
Cream
White
Fawn
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
Which dog is easy to maintain, Dalmatian or Whippet or Border Collie? Dalmatian vs Whippet vs Border Collie grooming comparison:
Effortless: The Dalmatian requires minimal grooming.
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Effortless: The Whippet requires minimal grooming.
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Average: The Border Collie requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Dalmatian or Whippet or Border Collie? Dalmatian or Whippet or {name3 shedding:
Dalmatian dogs are heavy shedders.
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Whippet dogs are low shedders.
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Border Collie dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Dalmatian or Whippet or Border Collie?
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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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Hypoallergenic
Dalmatian vs Whippet vs Border Collie 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, Dalmatian vs Whippet vs Border Collie?

Low 🔽

The Dalmatian has a low chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Whippet has a low chance of bad smell.

Medium

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

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Dalmatian dogs are generally with other pets.
Whippet dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Border Collie dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Dalmatian or Whippet or Border Collie? Which dog is more friendly?
Dalmatian dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Whippet dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Dalmatian or Whippet or Border Collie?
Dalmatian dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Whippet dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Border Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Dalmatian or Whippet or Border Collie?
Dalmatian dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Whippet dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Dalmatian or Whippet or Border Collie?
Dalmatian dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Whippet dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Dalmatian vs Whippet vs Border Collie?
Yes
Dalmatian dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Whippet 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
Dalmatian is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Whippet 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?
Dalmatians are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Whippets are usually recommended for elderly people.
Border Collies are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Dalmatian vs Whippet vs Border Collie As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog
Which one could be a service dog?

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 Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Dalmatian or Whippet or Border Collie? Which is better for autism?

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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Yes

This breed makes a perfect 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.

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 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.

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.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: Dalmatian vs Whippet vs Border Collie?

Not really

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

Whippet 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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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.

Dalmatian vs Whippet vs Border Collie 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 Dalmatian and Whippet and Border Collie have?
6-9 puppies 4-8 puppies 4-8 puppies

Dalmatian vs Whippet vs Border Collie Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Non-Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Hound breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1995 as a Herding breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Related breeds section. Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Short-haired Sighthounds section. Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
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
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
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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