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Name	Danish-Swedish Farmdog	Briard	Bearded Collie
Origins	Denmark Sweden	France	Scotland
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
Popularity Rank	300	127	125
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Dansk-svensk gårdshund Scanian Terrier	Berger Briard Berger De Brie	Argle Bargle Beardie Mountain Collie Highland Collie
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Danish-Swedish Farmdog vs Briard vs Bearded Collie breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Danish-Swedish Farmdog vs Briard vs Bearded Collie Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Danish-Swedish Farmdog or Briard or Bearded Collie? Which is the smallest dog, Danish-Swedish Farmdog or Briard or Bearded Collie?	Small	Large	Large Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Danish-Swedish Farmdog or Briard or Briard? Danish-Swedish Farmdog vs Briard vs Bearded Collie weight comparison:	15-25 pounds (7-12 kg)	75 pounds (35 kg)	40-60 pounds (18-27 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	20 pounds (9.5 kg)	75 pounds (35 kg)	50 pounds (22.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Danish-Swedish Farmdog or Briard or Bearded Collie? Danish-Swedish Farmdog vs Briard vs Bearded Collie height comparison:	Male: 13–15 inches (32–39 cm), Female: 12–15 inches (30–37 cm)	Male: 24-27 inches (62-68 cm), Female: 22-25 inches (56-64 cm)	20-22 inches (51-56 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 13–15 inches (32–39 cm), Female: 12–15 inches (30–37 cm)	Male: 25.5 inches (65 cm), Female: 23.5 inches (60 cm)	21 inches (53.5 cm)

Danish-Swedish Farmdog vs Briard vs Bearded Collie Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Danish-Swedish Farmdog or Briard or Bearded Collie? Which is more expensive?	$600-$800	$1000-$1200	$1200-$1400
Availability Which is easier to get, Danish-Swedish Farmdog or Briard or Bearded Collie?	Average: The Danish-Swedish Farmdog is a commonly available dog breed.	Frequent: The Briard is easier than average to get.	Frequent: The Bearded Collie is easier than average to get.

Danish-Swedish Farmdog vs Briard vs Bearded Collie Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Danish-Swedish Farmdog vs Briard vs Bearded Collie intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Smart: The Briard dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Smart: The Bearded Collie dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Trainability Danish-Swedish Farmdog vs Briard vs Bearded Collie trainability comparison.	Danish-Swedish Farmdog dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Briard dogs are easy to train. See more.	Bearded Collie dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Danish-Swedish Farmdog or Briard or Bearded Collie?	Danish-Swedish Farmdog dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Briard dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Bearded Collie dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Danish-Swedish Farmdog or Briard or Bearded Collie? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Danish-Swedish Farmdog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Briard dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Bearded Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Danish-Swedish Farmdog vs Briard vs Bearded Collie Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Danish-Swedish Farmdog or Briard or Bearded Collie? Danish-Swedish Farmdog vs Briard vs Bearded Collie behavior/temperament comparison:	Alert Intelligent Lively Attentive	Protective Intelligent Obedient Loyal Fearless Faithful	Active Alert Intelligent Confident Lively Assertive
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Danish-Swedish Farmdog dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Danish-Swedish Farmdog vs Briard vs Bearded Collie?	High: Danish-Swedish Farmdog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Briard dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Bearded Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Danish-Swedish Farmdog vs Briard vs Bearded Collie social needs comparison:	Danish-Swedish Farmdog dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Briard dogs are a social breed. See more.	Bearded Collie dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Danish-Swedish Farmdog dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Briard dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Bearded Collie dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Danish-Swedish Farmdog 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.	Briard 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.	Bearded 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

Danish-Swedish Farmdog vs Briard vs Bearded Collie Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Danish-Swedish Farmdog vs Briard vs Bearded Collie playfulness comparison:	The Danish-Swedish Farmdog is a playful breed. See more.	Average: Briards, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Bearded Collie is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Danish-Swedish Farmdog vs Briard vs Bearded Collie?	Average to High: The Danish-Swedish Farmdog is a vocal breed. See more.	Average: The Briard barks occasionally. See more.	Average to High: The Bearded Collie is a vocal breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Danish-Swedish Farmdog or Briard or Bearded Collie?	Very house-friendly dog the Danish-Swedish Farmdog breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Briard breed in the home.	It is not recommended to keep the Bearded Collie breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Danish-Swedish Farmdog vs Briard vs Bearded Collie Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Danish-Swedish Farmdog dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Briard dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Bearded Collie dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Danish-Swedish Farmdog or Briard or Bearded Collie?	Danish-Swedish Farmdog dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Briard 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.	Bearded Collie 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.

Danish-Swedish Farmdog vs Briard vs Bearded Collie Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Danish-Swedish Farmdog or Briard or Bearded Collie?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Danish-Swedish Farmdog bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Briard bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Bearded Collie bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Danish-Swedish Farmdog has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Briard has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Bearded Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Danish-Swedish Farmdog vs Briard vs Bearded Collie mouthiness comparison:	Danish-Swedish Farmdog dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Briard dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Bearded Collie dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Danish-Swedish Farmdog vs Briard vs Bearded Collie Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Danish-Swedish Farmdog vs Briard vs Bearded Collie health comparison. Which is the healthier: Danish-Swedish Farmdog vs Briard vs Bearded Collie?	Danish-Swedish Farmdogs tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Briard is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Bearded Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Danish-Swedish Farmdog vs Briard vs Bearded Collie? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Danish-Swedish Farmdog vs Briard vs Bearded Collie health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Dental Problems	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Arthritis Addison's Disease Eye Diseases
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Danish-Swedish Farmdog should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Briard should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Bearded Collie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Danish-Swedish Farmdog vs Briard vs Bearded Collie lifespan comparison. How long do Danish-Swedish Farmdog, Briard and Bearded Collie breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	9-15 years The average lifespan of Danish-Swedish Farmdog: 12 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Briard: 11 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Bearded Collie: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Danish-Swedish Farmdog vs Briard vs Bearded Collie?	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 Briard can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Bearded Collie can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Danish-Swedish Farmdog vs Briard vs Bearded Collie Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Danish-Swedish Farmdog or Briard or Bearded Collie? Danish-Swedish Farmdog vs Briard vs Bearded Collie energy level comparison:	Danish-Swedish Farmdog dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Briard dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Bearded Collie dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Danish-Swedish Farmdog vs Briard vs Bearded Collie exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Danish-Swedish Farmdog or Briard or Bearded Collie? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Danish-Swedish Farmdog dogs have an average exercise need.	Briard dogs need a lot of exercises.	Bearded Collie dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Danish-Swedish Farmdog or Briard or Bearded Collie?	Danish-Swedish Farmdog dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Briard dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Bearded Collie dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Danish-Swedish Farmdog vs Briard vs Bearded Collie Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Danish-Swedish Farmdog or Briard or Bearded Collie?	1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	4 to 7 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
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Danish-Swedish Farmdog vs Briard vs Bearded Collie weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average: The Danish-Swedish Farmdog has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Briard has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Bearded Collie's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Danish-Swedish Farmdog vs Briard vs Bearded Collie Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Danish-Swedish Farmdog vs Briard vs Bearded Collie coat comparison:	Shiny Smooth	Fine	Feathered
Colors What are the original Danish-Swedish Farmdog, Briard and Bearded Collie color?	Black White Brown	Black Gray Tawny	Black Blue Brown Fawn
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Danish-Swedish Farmdog or Briard or Bearded Collie? Danish-Swedish Farmdog vs Briard vs Bearded Collie grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Danish-Swedish Farmdog doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Danish-Swedish Farmdog or Briard or Bearded Collie? Danish-Swedish Farmdog or Briard or {name3 shedding:	Danish-Swedish Farmdog dogs shed moderately. See more.	Briard dogs shed moderately. See more.	Bearded Collie dogs shed above average. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Danish-Swedish Farmdog or Briard or Bearded Collie?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Danish-Swedish Farmdog vs Briard vs Bearded Collie hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Danish-Swedish Farmdog vs Briard vs Bearded Collie?	Medium ⏺ The Danish-Swedish Farmdog has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Briard has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Bearded Collie has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Danish-Swedish Farmdog is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Briard is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Bearded Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Danish-Swedish Farmdog vs Briard vs Bearded Collie Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Danish-Swedish Farmdog dogs are generally with other pets.	Briard dogs are generally with other pets.	Bearded Collie dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Danish-Swedish Farmdog or Briard or Bearded Collie? Which dog is more friendly?	Danish-Swedish Farmdog dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Briard dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Bearded Collie dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Danish-Swedish Farmdog or Briard or Bearded Collie?	Danish-Swedish Farmdog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Briard dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Bearded Collie dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Danish-Swedish Farmdog or Briard or Bearded Collie?	Danish-Swedish Farmdog dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Briard dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Bearded Collie dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Danish-Swedish Farmdog or Briard or Bearded Collie?	Danish-Swedish Farmdog dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Briard dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Bearded Collie dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Danish-Swedish Farmdog vs Briard vs Bearded Collie?	Yes Danish-Swedish Farmdog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Briard dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Bearded Collie dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Danish-Swedish Farmdog is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Briard is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Bearded Collie is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Danish-Swedish Farmdogs are usually recommended for elderly people.	Briards are usually recommended for elderly people.	Bearded Collies are usually recommended for elderly people.

Danish-Swedish Farmdog vs Briard vs Bearded Collie 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. See more.	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.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Danish-Swedish Farmdog or Briard or Bearded Collie? Which is better for autism?	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.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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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.	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.	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.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Danish-Swedish Farmdog vs Briard vs Bearded Collie?	Not really Danish-Swedish Farmdog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Briard breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Bearded Collie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
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. 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.
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.

Danish-Swedish Farmdog vs Briard vs Bearded 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. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Danish-Swedish Farmdog and Briard and Bearded Collie have?	3-5 puppies	8-10 puppies	4-12 puppies
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Danish-Swedish Farmdog vs Briard vs Bearded Collie 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 1928 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1976 as a Herding breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Pinscher and Schnauzer type section.	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.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry America's Pet Registry Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Rare Breed Association Foundation Stock Service	No data available	No data available

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