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Name	Elo	Eurasier	Smooth Collie
Origins	Germany	Germany	Scotland
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Group	Companion Dogs	Working Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	German Elo Dog	Eurasian Dog Eurasian Spitz Eurasian	Short-Haired Collie
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Elo vs Eurasier vs Smooth Collie breed type comparison:	Purebred	Cross Breed	Purebred

Elo vs Eurasier vs Smooth Collie Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Elo or Eurasier or Smooth Collie? Which is the smallest dog, Elo or Eurasier or Smooth Collie?	Medium	Large	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Elo or Eurasier or Eurasier? Elo vs Eurasier vs Smooth Collie weight comparison:	Male: 30-45 pounds (13.6-20.4 kg), Female: 26.9-41.9 pounds (12.2-19 kg)	Male: 50-70 pounds (23-32 kg), Female: 40-60 pounds (18-26 kg)	Male: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg), Female: 53-65 pounds (24-29 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Female: 34.5 pounds (15.5 kg)	Male: 60 pounds (27.5 kg), Female: 50 pounds (22 kg)	Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26 kg)
Height Which is taller, Elo or Eurasier or Smooth Collie? Elo vs Eurasier vs Smooth Collie height comparison:	Male: 19-22 inches (48-56 cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46-53 cm)	Male: 20-24 inches (52-60 cm), Female: 16-18 inches (48-56 cm)	Male: 24–26 inch (60–66 cm), Female: 22–24 inch (55–61 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 20.5 inches (52 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (49.5 cm)	Male: 22 inches (56 cm), Female: 17 inches (52 cm)	Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm)

Elo vs Eurasier vs Smooth Collie Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Elo or Eurasier or Smooth Collie? Which is more expensive?	Unknown	$2000-$2500	$400-$600
Availability Which is easier to get, Elo or Eurasier or Smooth Collie?	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Average: The Smooth Collie is a commonly available dog breed.

Elo vs Eurasier vs Smooth Collie Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Elo vs Eurasier vs Smooth Collie intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Very smart: Smooth Collie is an excellent dog breed. See more.
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Trainability Elo vs Eurasier vs Smooth Collie trainability comparison.	Elo dogs are easy to train. See more.	Eurasier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Smooth Collie dogs are very easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Elo or Eurasier or Smooth Collie?	Elo dogs are not the best watchdogs. See more.	Eurasier dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Smooth Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Elo or Eurasier or Smooth Collie? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Elo dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.	Eurasier dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	Smooth Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Elo vs Eurasier vs Smooth Collie Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Elo or Eurasier or Smooth Collie? Elo vs Eurasier vs Smooth Collie behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Happy Obedient	Alert Intelligent Outright Tempered Watchful Calm Reserved	Protective Intelligent Friendly Responsive Loyal Gentle Social
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Elo 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.	Sensitive: Smooth Collie dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Elo vs Eurasier vs Smooth Collie?	Average: Elo dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Average: Eurasier dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Smooth Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Elo vs Eurasier vs Smooth Collie social needs comparison:	Elo dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Eurasier dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Smooth Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Elo dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Eurasier dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Smooth Collie 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.	Eurasier dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Smooth Collie dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Elo vs Eurasier vs Smooth Collie Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Elo vs Eurasier vs Smooth Collie playfulness comparison:	The Elo is a playful breed. See more.	Average: Eurasiers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Smooth Collie is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Elo vs Eurasier vs Smooth Collie?	Low to Average: The Elo rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Eurasier barks occasionally. See more.	Average to High: The Smooth 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 Elo or Eurasier or Smooth Collie?	It is not recommended to keep the Elo breed in the home.	Very house-friendly dog the Eurasier breed.	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 Smooth Collie indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Elo vs Eurasier vs Smooth Collie Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Elo vs Eurasier vs Smooth Collie Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Elo or Eurasier or Smooth Collie?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Elo bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Eurasier bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Smooth 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 Elo has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Eurasier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Smooth Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Elo vs Eurasier vs Smooth Collie mouthiness comparison:	Elo dogs have a low tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Eurasier dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Smooth Collie dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Elo vs Eurasier vs Smooth Collie Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Elo vs Eurasier vs Smooth Collie health comparison. Which is the healthier: Elo vs Eurasier vs Smooth Collie?	Elos are commonly healthy dogs.	Eurasiers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Smooth Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Elo vs Eurasier vs Smooth Collie? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Elo vs Eurasier vs Smooth Collie health problems comparison:	No data available	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Drug Sensitivity Collie Eye Anomaly Gray Collie Syndrome
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Elo should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Frequent The Eurasier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Smooth Collie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Elo vs Eurasier vs Smooth Collie lifespan comparison. How long do Elo, Eurasier and Smooth Collie breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-16 years The average lifespan of Elo: 14 years	11-13 years The average lifespan of Eurasier: 12 years	14-16 years The average lifespan of Smooth Collie: 15 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Elo vs Eurasier vs Smooth 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 Eurasier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.

Elo vs Eurasier vs Smooth Collie Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Elo vs Eurasier vs Smooth Collie Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Elo or Eurasier or Smooth Collie?	1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2 to 3 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? Elo vs Eurasier vs Smooth Collie weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Elo has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Eurasier's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Smooth Collie has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Elo vs Eurasier vs Smooth Collie Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Elo vs Eurasier vs Smooth Collie coat comparison:	Thick	Thick Double	Dense Thick Flat
Colors What are the original Elo, Eurasier and Smooth Collie color?	Black Red Blue White Sable Brindle Liver Chocolate Merle Lilac Gold Red Merle Sable Merle	Black Tan Red Fawn Sable Wolf	White Sable Merle Black & White & Tan Blue & Merle Blue & Merle & White Sable & White White & Merle
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Elo or Eurasier or Smooth Collie? Elo vs Eurasier vs Smooth Collie grooming comparison:	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Average: The Eurasier requires average grooming effort. 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 Elo or Eurasier or Smooth Collie? Elo or Eurasier or {name3 shedding:	Elo dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Eurasier dogs shed moderately. See more.	Smooth Collie dogs are heavy shedders. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Elo or Eurasier or Smooth Collie?	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. 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 Elo vs Eurasier vs Smooth 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, Elo vs Eurasier vs Smooth Collie?	Medium ⏺ The Elo has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Eurasier has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Smooth Collie has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Elo is an average drooler. See more.	The Eurasier is an average drooler. See more.	The Smooth Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Elo vs Eurasier vs Smooth Collie Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Elo dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Eurasier dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Smooth Collie dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Elo or Eurasier or Smooth Collie? Which dog is more friendly?	Elo dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Eurasier dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.	Smooth 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 Elo or Eurasier or Smooth Collie?	Elo dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Eurasier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Smooth Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Elo or Eurasier or Smooth Collie?	Elo dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Eurasier dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Smooth Collie dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Elo or Eurasier or Smooth Collie?	Elo dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Eurasier dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Smooth Collie dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Elo vs Eurasier vs Smooth Collie?	Yes Elo dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Eurasier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Smooth Collie dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	Yes Elo is one of the best dog breeds for office environment	No Eurasier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Smooth Collie is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Elos are usually recommended for elderly people.	Eurasiers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Smooth Collies are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Elo vs Eurasier vs Smooth 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.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Elo or Eurasier or Smooth 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.	Yes This breed makes a perfect 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.	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.	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: Elo vs Eurasier vs Smooth Collie?	Not really Elo breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Eurasier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Smooth 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.

Elo vs Eurasier vs Smooth 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 Elo and Eurasier and Smooth Collie have?	8-10 puppies	4-8 puppies	4-8 puppies
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Elo vs Eurasier vs Smooth Collie Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Herding breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Asian Spitz and related breeds section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	No data available	Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Foundation Stock Service	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

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