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Name	Doberman Pinscher	Border Collie	Dogo Cubano
Origins	Germany	England Scotland Wales	Cuba
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Group	Working Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Extinct
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Doberman Dobermann Dobynm Dobie	Sheepdog Scotch Sheep Dog	Cuban Bloodhound Cuban Mastiff Cuban Dogge
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Doberman Pinscher vs Border Collie vs Dogo Cubano breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Doberman Pinscher vs Border Collie vs Dogo Cubano Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Doberman Pinscher or Border Collie or Dogo Cubano? Which is the smallest dog, Doberman Pinscher or Border Collie or Dogo Cubano?	Medium	Large	Giant
Weight Which is heavier, Doberman Pinscher or Border Collie or Border Collie? Doberman Pinscher vs Border Collie vs Dogo Cubano weight comparison:	Male: 88-99 pounds (40-45 kg), Female: 71-77 pounds (32-35 kg)	Male: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg), Female: 27-42 pounds (12-19 kg)	90-120 pounds (41-54 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 93.5 pounds (42.5 kg), Female: 74 pounds (33.5 kg)	Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Female: 34.5 pounds (15.5 kg)	105 pounds (47.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Doberman Pinscher or Border Collie or Dogo Cubano? Doberman Pinscher vs Border Collie vs Dogo Cubano height comparison:	Male: 26-28 inches (66-71cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm)	Male: 19-22 inches (48-56 cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46-53 cm)	20-22 inches (51-56 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm)	Male: 20.5 inches (52 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (49.5 cm)	21 inches (53 cm)

Doberman Pinscher vs Border Collie vs Dogo Cubano Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Doberman Pinscher or Border Collie or Dogo Cubano? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1000	$600-$800	Unavailable
Availability Which is easier to get, Doberman Pinscher or Border Collie or Dogo Cubano?	Very frequent: The Doberman Pinscher is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Border Collie is quite easy to get.	Unavailable: This dog breed, unfortunately, is no longer available, it may even be extinct.

Doberman Pinscher vs Border Collie vs Dogo Cubano Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Doberman Pinscher vs Border Collie vs Dogo Cubano intelligence:	Outstanding: Doberman Pinscher is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Outstanding: Border Collie is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Smart: The Dogo Cubano dogs have great intelligence. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Doberman Pinscher vs Border Collie vs Dogo Cubano trainability comparison.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Border Collie dogs are easy to train. See more.	Dogo Cubano dogs are very easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Doberman Pinscher or Border Collie or Dogo Cubano?	Doberman Pinscher dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Border Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Dogo Cubano dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Doberman Pinscher or Border Collie or Dogo Cubano? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Doberman Pinscher dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Border Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Dogo Cubano dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Doberman Pinscher vs Border Collie vs Dogo Cubano Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Doberman Pinscher or Border Collie or Dogo Cubano? Doberman Pinscher vs Border Collie vs Dogo Cubano behavior/temperament comparison:	Energetic Alert Intelligent Obedient Loyal Fearless	Energetic Protective Alert Intelligent Responsive Loyal Tenacious	Protective Guarding Fighter Dangerous
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Doberman Pinscher dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Sensitive: Border Collie dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Dogo Cubano dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Doberman Pinscher vs Border Collie vs Dogo Cubano?	High: Doberman Pinscher dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Border Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Below Average: Dogo Cubano dogs don't bond too closely to their owners. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Doberman Pinscher vs Border Collie vs Dogo Cubano social needs comparison:	Doberman Pinscher dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Border Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Dogo Cubano dogs are kinda antisocial. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Doberman Pinscher dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Border Collie dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Dogo Cubano dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Their prey drive is low. See more.	Border Collie dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.	Dogo Cubano dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Doberman Pinscher vs Border Collie vs Dogo Cubano Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Doberman Pinscher vs Border Collie vs Dogo Cubano playfulness comparison:	Average: Doberman Pinschers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Border Collie is a highly playful breed. See more.	Dogo Cubanos don't really like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Doberman Pinscher vs Border Collie vs Dogo Cubano?	Low to Average: The Doberman Pinscher rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Border Collie rarely barks. See more.	Average to High: The Dogo Cubano 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 Doberman Pinscher or Border Collie or Dogo Cubano?	Very house-friendly dog the Doberman Pinscher breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Border Collie breed in the home.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Dogo Cubano breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Doberman Pinscher vs Border Collie vs Dogo Cubano Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Doberman Pinscher 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.	Dogo Cubano dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Doberman Pinscher or Border Collie or Dogo Cubano?	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.	Dogo Cubano dogs handle alone time quite well.

Doberman Pinscher vs Border Collie vs Dogo Cubano Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Doberman Pinscher or Border Collie or Dogo Cubano?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Doberman Pinscher bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Border Collie bite force: Ordinary.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Dogo Cubano bite force: The Strongest.
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:	Moderate ⏺ The Doberman Pinscher has an average chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Border Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.	High 🔼 The Dogo Cubano has a high chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Doberman Pinscher vs Border Collie vs Dogo Cubano mouthiness comparison:	Doberman Pinscher dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Border Collie dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Dogo Cubano dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.

Doberman Pinscher vs Border Collie vs Dogo Cubano Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Doberman Pinscher vs Border Collie vs Dogo Cubano health comparison. Which is the healthier: Doberman Pinscher vs Border Collie vs Dogo Cubano?	Doberman Pinschers are commonly healthy dogs.	The Border Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Dogo Cubanos tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Doberman Pinscher vs Border Collie vs Dogo Cubano? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Doberman Pinscher vs Border Collie vs Dogo Cubano health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Wobbler's Syndrome Cardiomyopathy	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Collie Eye Anomaly Osteochondrosis Dissecans	No data available
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Doberman Pinscher should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Border Collie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Dogo Cubano should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Life Expectancy Doberman Pinscher vs Border Collie vs Dogo Cubano lifespan comparison. How long do Doberman Pinscher, Border Collie and Dogo Cubano breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Doberman Pinscher: 11 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Border Collie: 13 years	8-10 years The average lifespan of Dogo Cubano: 9 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Doberman Pinscher vs Border Collie vs Dogo Cubano?	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Border Collie can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.

Doberman Pinscher vs Border Collie vs Dogo Cubano Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Doberman Pinscher or Border Collie or Dogo Cubano? Doberman Pinscher vs Border Collie vs Dogo Cubano energy level comparison:	Doberman Pinscher dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Border Collie dogs are high-energy dogs.	Dogo Cubano dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Doberman Pinscher vs Border Collie vs Dogo Cubano exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Doberman Pinscher or Border Collie or Dogo Cubano? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Doberman Pinscher dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Border Collie dogs need a lot of exercises.	Dogo Cubano dogs exercise need is minimal.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Doberman Pinscher or Border Collie or Dogo Cubano?	Doberman Pinscher 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.	Dogo Cubano dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Doberman Pinscher vs Border Collie vs Dogo Cubano Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Doberman Pinscher or Border Collie or Dogo Cubano?	5 to 6 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.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Doberman Pinscher vs Border Collie vs Dogo Cubano weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Doberman Pinscher has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Border Collie has an average risk for obesity. See more.	High: The Dogo Cubano breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Doberman Pinscher vs Border Collie vs Dogo Cubano Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Doberman Pinscher vs Border Collie vs Dogo Cubano coat comparison:	Fine	Dense Feathered Straight Short Moderately Long	Flat
Colors What are the original Doberman Pinscher, Border Collie and Dogo Cubano color?	Black Tan Red Blue White Brown	Black Tan Red Sable Brindle Lilac Gold Seal White & Red Slate Sable Merle Black & White Tricolor Blue merle Blue merle-tricolor Slate merle Red merle Saddleback Sable White & Blue White & Blue Merle White & Red Merle White Ticked White & Gold White & Sable White & Seal	Rusty Brown
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Doberman Pinscher or Border Collie or Dogo Cubano? Doberman Pinscher vs Border Collie vs Dogo Cubano grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Doberman Pinscher doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Border Collie requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The Dogo Cubano requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Doberman Pinscher or Border Collie or Dogo Cubano? Doberman Pinscher or Border Collie or {name3 shedding:	Doberman Pinscher dogs shed moderately. See more.	Border Collie dogs shed moderately. See more.	Dogo Cubano dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Doberman Pinscher or Border Collie or Dogo Cubano?	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.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Doberman Pinscher vs Border Collie vs Dogo Cubano 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, Doberman Pinscher vs Border Collie vs Dogo Cubano?	Medium ⏺ The Doberman Pinscher has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Border Collie has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Dogo Cubano has a high chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Doberman Pinscher drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.	The Border Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Dogo Cubano is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed. See more.

Doberman Pinscher vs Border Collie vs Dogo Cubano Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Doberman Pinscher dogs are generally with other pets.	Border Collie dogs are generally with other pets.	Dogo Cubano dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Doberman Pinscher or Border Collie or Dogo Cubano? Which dog is more friendly?	Doberman Pinscher dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.	Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Dogo Cubano dogs are not 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 Doberman Pinscher or Border Collie or Dogo Cubano?	Doberman Pinscher dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Border Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Dogo Cubano dogs are not kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Doberman Pinscher or Border Collie or Dogo Cubano?	Doberman Pinscher dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Dogo Cubano dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Doberman Pinscher or Border Collie or Dogo Cubano?	Doberman Pinscher dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Dogo Cubano dogs are not dog-friendly.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Doberman Pinscher vs Border Collie vs Dogo Cubano?	Yes Doberman Pinscher 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.	No Dogo Cubano dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Doberman Pinscher is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Border Collie is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Dogo Cubano is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Doberman Pinschers are commonly okay with elderly people.	Border Collies are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Dogo Cubanos are not recommended for elderly people.

Doberman Pinscher vs Border Collie vs Dogo Cubano 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.	Yes This breed makes good 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: Doberman Pinscher or Border Collie or Dogo Cubano? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
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: Doberman Pinscher vs Border Collie vs Dogo Cubano?	Not really Doberman Pinscher breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Border Collie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Dogo Cubano 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	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Doberman Pinscher vs Border Collie vs Dogo Cubano 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 Doberman Pinscher and Border Collie and Dogo Cubano have?	6-10 puppies	4-8 puppies	3-5 puppies
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Doberman Pinscher vs Border Collie vs Dogo Cubano Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1908 as a Working breed.	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 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.	Not recognized by FCI.
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 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	No data available

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