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Name	English Shepherd	Welsh Sheepdog	Rough Collie
Origins	England	Wales	Scotland
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Group	Working Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Farm Collie	Welsh Collie	English Collie Lassie Dog Long-Haired Collie Scottish Collie Collie
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? English Shepherd vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Rough Collie breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

English Shepherd vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Rough Collie Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, English Shepherd or Welsh Sheepdog or Rough Collie? Which is the smallest dog, English Shepherd or Welsh Sheepdog or Rough Collie?	Medium	Medium	Large
Weight Which is heavier, English Shepherd or Welsh Sheepdog or Welsh Sheepdog? English Shepherd vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Rough Collie weight comparison:	Male: 45-60 pounds (21-28 kg), Female: 40-50 pounds (18-23 kg)	Male: 15-35 pounds (7-16 kg), Female: 13-33 pounds (6-15 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: 52.5 pounds (24.5 kg), Female: 45 pounds (20.5 kg)	Male: 25 pounds (11.5 kg), Female: 23 pounds (10.5 kg)	Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26 kg)
Height Which is taller, English Shepherd or Welsh Sheepdog or Rough Collie? English Shepherd vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Rough Collie height comparison:	18-23 inches (46-58 cm)	Male: 16-19 inches (41-47 cm), Female : 14-17 inches (38-44 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?	20.5 inches (52 cm)	Male: 17.5 inches (44 cm), Female : 15.5 inches (41 cm)	Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm)

English Shepherd vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Rough Collie Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, English Shepherd or Welsh Sheepdog or Rough Collie? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1000	Unknown	$400-$600
Availability Which is easier to get, English Shepherd or Welsh Sheepdog or Rough Collie?	Average: The English Shepherd is a commonly available dog breed.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Very frequent: The Rough Collie is quite easy to get.

English Shepherd vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Rough Collie Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? English Shepherd vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Rough Collie intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Very smart: Welsh Sheepdog is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Very smart: Rough Collie is an excellent dog breed. See more.
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Trainability English Shepherd vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Rough Collie trainability comparison.	English Shepherd dogs are easy to train. See more.	Welsh Sheepdog dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Rough Collie 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: English Shepherd or Welsh Sheepdog or Rough Collie?	English Shepherd dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Welsh Sheepdog dogs are not the best watchdogs. See more.	Rough Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog English Shepherd or Welsh Sheepdog or Rough Collie? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	English Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Welsh Sheepdog dogs are average defenders. See more.	Rough Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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English Shepherd vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Rough Collie Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, English Shepherd or Welsh Sheepdog or Rough Collie? English Shepherd vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Rough Collie behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Independent Energetic Alert Courageous Intelligent Friendly Responsive Adaptable	Active Energetic Intelligent	Protective Intelligent Friendly Responsive Docile Obedient Loyal Gentle Social Elegant Hard working Herding
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: English Shepherd dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Welsh Sheepdog dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Rough 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: English Shepherd vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Rough Collie?	High: English Shepherd dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Welsh Sheepdog dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Rough Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs English Shepherd vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Rough Collie social needs comparison:	English Shepherd dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Welsh Sheepdog dogs are a social breed. See more.	Rough Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	English Shepherd dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Welsh Sheepdog is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Rough Collie dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	English Shepherd dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Welsh Sheepdog dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Rough 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

English Shepherd vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Rough Collie Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness English Shepherd vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Rough Collie playfulness comparison:	Average: English Shepherds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Welsh Sheepdog is a playful breed. See more.	The Rough Collie is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: English Shepherd vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Rough Collie?	Low to Average: The English Shepherd rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Welsh Sheepdog barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Rough Collie rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly English Shepherd or Welsh Sheepdog or Rough Collie?	It is not recommended to keep the English Shepherd breed in the home.	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 Welsh Sheepdog indoors.	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 Rough Collie indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

English Shepherd vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Rough Collie Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	English Shepherd dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Welsh Sheepdog dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Rough Collie dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: English Shepherd or Welsh Sheepdog or Rough Collie?	English Shepherd dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Welsh Sheepdog 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.	Rough Collie dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

English Shepherd vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Rough Collie Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

English Shepherd vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Rough Collie Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues English Shepherd vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Rough Collie health comparison. Which is the healthier: English Shepherd vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Rough Collie?	English Shepherds tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Welsh Sheepdogs tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Rough 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: English Shepherd vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Rough Collie? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? English Shepherd vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Rough Collie health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Drug Sensitivity Collie Eye Anomaly	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?	Frequent The English Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Frequent The Welsh Sheepdog should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Rough Collie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy English Shepherd vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Rough Collie lifespan comparison. How long do English Shepherd, Welsh Sheepdog and Rough Collie breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of English Shepherd: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Welsh Sheepdog: 13 years	14-16 years The average lifespan of Rough Collie: 15 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: English Shepherd vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Rough Collie?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The English Shepherd 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 Welsh Sheepdog 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 Rough Collie can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

English Shepherd vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Rough Collie Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a English Shepherd or Welsh Sheepdog or Rough Collie? English Shepherd vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Rough Collie energy level comparison:	English Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.	Welsh Sheepdog dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Rough 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 English Shepherd vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Rough Collie exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: English Shepherd or Welsh Sheepdog or Rough Collie? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	English Shepherd dogs need a lot of exercises.	Welsh Sheepdog dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Rough Collie dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: English Shepherd or Welsh Sheepdog or Rough Collie?	English Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.	Welsh Sheepdog dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Rough 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

English Shepherd vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Rough Collie Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: English Shepherd or Welsh Sheepdog or Rough Collie?	3 to 4.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1 to 1.5 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? English Shepherd vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Rough Collie weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the English Shepherd's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Low to Average: The Welsh Sheepdog has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Rough Collie has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

English Shepherd vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Rough Collie Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? English Shepherd vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Rough Collie coat comparison:	Fluffy Silky	Feathered	Rough Soft Thick Straight Harsh Furry
Colors What are the original English Shepherd, Welsh Sheepdog and Rough Collie color?	Black Tan White Brown Sable Yellow Brindle Tricolor	Black White Red	White Sable Merle Black & White & Tan Blue & Merle Blue & Merle & White Sable & White White & Merle
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, English Shepherd or Welsh Sheepdog or Rough Collie? English Shepherd vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Rough Collie grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The English Shepherd doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Welsh Sheepdog requires minimal grooming. 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 English Shepherd or Welsh Sheepdog or Rough Collie? English Shepherd or Welsh Sheepdog or {name3 shedding:	English Shepherd dogs shed moderately. See more.	Welsh Sheepdog dogs shed moderately. See more.	Rough 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: English Shepherd or Welsh Sheepdog or Rough Collie?	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.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic English Shepherd vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Rough 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, English Shepherd vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Rough Collie?	Medium ⏺ The English Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Welsh Sheepdog has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Rough Collie has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The English Shepherd 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 Welsh Sheepdog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Rough Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

English Shepherd vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Rough Collie Good With Comparison

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

English Shepherd vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Rough Collie As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Yes This breed makes good 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: English Shepherd or Welsh Sheepdog or Rough 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: English Shepherd vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Rough Collie?	Not really English Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Welsh Sheepdog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Rough 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.

English Shepherd vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Rough 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 English Shepherd and Welsh Sheepdog and Rough Collie have?	5-8 puppies, average 6	2-8 puppies	4-8 puppies
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English Shepherd vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Rough 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.	Not recognized by FCI.	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 Dog Registry of America Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club United Kennel Club Animal Research Foundation	No data available	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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