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English Springer Spaniel vs Bearded Collie vs Australian Shepherd Comparison - Dog breed selector: Springer Spaniel or Argle Bargle or Little Blue Dog? Find the right dog for you

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Name English Springer Spaniel Bearded Collie Australian Shepherd
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Group Gun Dog Pastoral / Herding Dogs Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for English Springer Spaniel, Bearded Collie, and Australian Shepherd breeds.
Springer Spaniel Argle Bargle
Beardie
Mountain Collie
Highland Collie
Little Blue Dog
Aussie
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between English Springer Spaniel, Bearded Collie, and Australian Shepherd? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

English Springer Spaniel vs Bearded Collie vs Australian Shepherd Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between English Springer Spaniel, Bearded Collie, and Australian Shepherd. Which breed is the largest?
Medium Large
Medium
Large
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between English Springer Spaniel, Bearded Collie, and Australian Shepherd? Compare adult weight ranges.
Male: 45-55 pounds (20-25 kg), Female: 40-50 pounds (18-23 kg) 40-60 pounds (18-27 kg) Male: 50-65 pounds (25-29 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 50 pounds (22.5 kg), Female: 45 pounds (20.5 kg) 50 pounds (22.5 kg) Male: 57.5 pounds (27 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, English Springer Spaniel or Bearded Collie or Australian Shepherd? English Springer Spaniel vs Bearded Collie vs Australian Shepherd height comparison:
Male: 19-21 inches (48-56 cm), Female:18-20 inches (46-51 cm) 20-22 inches (51-56 cm) Male: 20-23 inches (52-58cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46–53 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 20 inches (52 cm), Female:19 inches (48.5 cm) 21 inches (53.5 cm) Male: 21.5 inches (55 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (46–53 cm)

English Springer Spaniel vs Bearded Collie vs Australian Shepherd Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for English Springer Spaniel, Bearded Collie, and Australian Shepherd. Find price differences between these breeds.
$700-$800 $1200-$1400 $600-$800
Availability
Which is easier to get, English Springer Spaniel or Bearded Collie or Australian Shepherd?
Very frequent: The English Springer Spaniel is quite easy to get.
Frequent: The Bearded Collie is easier than average to get.
Very frequent: The Australian Shepherd is quite easy to get.

English Springer Spaniel vs Bearded Collie vs Australian Shepherd Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between English Springer Spaniel, Bearded Collie, and Australian Shepherd. Which breed ranks highest?
Very smart: English Springer Spaniel is an excellent dog breed.
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Smart: The Bearded Collie dogs have great intelligence.
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Smart: The Australian Shepherd dogs have great intelligence.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between English Springer Spaniel, Bearded Collie, and Australian Shepherd. Which is easiest to train?
English Springer Spaniel dogs are easy to train.
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Bearded Collie dogs are easy to train.
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Australian Shepherd dogs are very easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of English Springer Spaniel, Bearded Collie, and Australian Shepherd. Which breed is most alert?
English Springer Spaniel dogs are average watchdogs.
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Bearded Collie dogs are good watchdogs.
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Australian Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between English Springer Spaniel, Bearded Collie, and Australian Shepherd. Which breed is most protective?
English Springer Spaniel dogs are average defenders.
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Bearded Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Australian Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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English Springer Spaniel vs Bearded Collie vs Australian Shepherd Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between English Springer Spaniel, Bearded Collie, and Australian Shepherd? Compare temperaments.
Playful
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Social
Cheerful
Active
Alert
Intelligent
Confident
Lively
Assertive
Active
Loving
Protective
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Good-natured
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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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Sensitive: Australian Shepherd 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: English Springer Spaniel vs Bearded Collie vs Australian Shepherd?
High: English Springer Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Bearded Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: Australian Shepherd dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Social Needs
English Springer Spaniel vs Bearded Collie vs Australian Shepherd social needs comparison:
English Springer Spaniel dogs are a social breed.
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Bearded Collie dogs are a social breed.
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Australian Shepherd dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
The wanderlust potential of the English Springer Spaniel is strong enough to escape from home.
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Bearded Collie dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Australian Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
English Springer Spaniel dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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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.
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Australian Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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English Springer Spaniel vs Bearded Collie vs Australian Shepherd Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of English Springer Spaniel, Bearded Collie, and Australian Shepherd. Which breed is most vocal?
Average: The English Springer Spaniel barks occasionally.
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Average to High: The Bearded Collie is a vocal breed.
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Low to Average: The Australian Shepherd rarely barks.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between English Springer Spaniel, Bearded Collie, and Australian Shepherd. Which breed is most playful?
The English Springer Spaniel is a highly playful breed.
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The Bearded Collie is a highly playful breed.
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The Australian Shepherd is a highly playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of English Springer Spaniel, Bearded Collie, and Australian Shepherd. Which adapts best to small spaces?
Very house-friendly dog the English Springer Spaniel breed.
It is not recommended to keep the Bearded Collie 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 Australian Shepherd indoors.

English Springer Spaniel vs Bearded Collie vs Australian Shepherd Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between English Springer Spaniel, Bearded Collie, and Australian Shepherd. Which breed is most flexible?
English Springer Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Bearded Collie dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Australian Shepherd dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: English Springer Spaniel or Bearded Collie or Australian Shepherd?
English Springer Spaniel 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.
Australian Shepherd 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.

English Springer Spaniel vs Bearded Collie vs Australian Shepherd Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between English Springer Spaniel, Bearded Collie, and Australian Shepherd. Which has lowest bite risk?

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The English Springer Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Bearded Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Australian Shepherd has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between English Springer Spaniel, Bearded Collie, and Australian Shepherd. Which uses mouth most during play?
English Springer Spaniel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bearded Collie dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Australian Shepherd dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between English Springer Spaniel, Bearded Collie, and Australian Shepherd. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

English Springer Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Bearded Collie bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Australian Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.

English Springer Spaniel vs Bearded Collie vs Australian Shepherd Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of English Springer Spaniel, Bearded Collie, and Australian Shepherd. Which breed lives longest?
10-14 years
The average lifespan of English Springer Spaniel: 12 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Bearded Collie: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Australian Shepherd: 13 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between English Springer Spaniel, Bearded Collie, and Australian Shepherd. Which handles climate changes best?
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 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.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Australian Shepherd can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in English Springer Spaniel, Bearded Collie, and Australian Shepherd. Which has fewer health issues?
English Springer Spaniels are commonly healthy dogs.
The Bearded Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Australian Shepherd is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Rare
The English Springer Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Average
The Bearded Collie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Australian Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: English Springer Spaniel vs Bearded Collie vs Australian Shepherd? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? English Springer Spaniel vs Bearded Collie vs Australian Shepherd health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Ear Infections
Ectropion
Retinal Dysplasia
Phosphofructokinase deficiency (Tarui disease, PFK)
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Cancer
Hypothyroidism
Arthritis
Addison's Disease
Eye Diseases
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Cancer
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Deafness
Drug Sensitivity
Elbow Dysplasia
Distichiasis
Collie Eye Anomaly
Detached Retina
Nasal Solar Dermatitis
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Persistent Pupillary Membranes

English Springer Spaniel vs Bearded Collie vs Australian Shepherd Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between English Springer Spaniel, Bearded Collie, and Australian Shepherd. Which breed is most active?
English Springer Spaniel dogs are high-energy dogs.
Bearded Collie dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Australian Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
English Springer Spaniel vs Bearded Collie vs Australian Shepherd exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: English Springer Spaniel or Bearded Collie or Australian Shepherd? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
English Springer Spaniel dogs need a lot of exercises.
Bearded Collie dogs have an average exercise need.
Australian Shepherd dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: English Springer Spaniel or Bearded Collie or Australian Shepherd?
English Springer Spaniel dogs don't need too much sleep.
Bearded Collie dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Australian Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.

English Springer Spaniel vs Bearded Collie vs Australian Shepherd Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between English Springer Spaniel, Bearded Collie, and Australian Shepherd. Which is most prone to obesity?
Average: The English Springer Spaniel has an average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Bearded Collie's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Australian Shepherd's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between English Springer Spaniel, Bearded Collie, and Australian Shepherd. Which needs most food?
3 to 4.5 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. 1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

English Springer Spaniel vs Bearded Collie vs Australian Shepherd Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of English Springer Spaniel, Bearded Collie, and Australian Shepherd. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between English Springer Spaniel, Bearded Collie, and Australian Shepherd. What colors are available?
Black
Tan
White
Liver
Black
Blue
Brown
Fawn
Black
Red
Blue
Merle
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between English Springer Spaniel, Bearded Collie, and Australian Shepherd. Which requires most maintenance?
Advanced: The English Springer Spaniel requires a lot of grooming.
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Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Average: The Australian Shepherd requires average grooming effort.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between English Springer Spaniel, Bearded Collie, and Australian Shepherd. Which drools least?
The English Springer Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Bearded Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Australian Shepherd is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between English Springer Spaniel, Bearded Collie, and Australian Shepherd. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The English Springer Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Bearded Collie has a low chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Australian Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between English Springer Spaniel, Bearded Collie, and Australian Shepherd. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Feathered Feathered Feathered
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between English Springer Spaniel, Bearded Collie, and Australian Shepherd. Which requires most frequent baths?
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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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more English Springer Spaniel or Bearded Collie or Australian Shepherd? English Springer Spaniel or Bearded Collie or {name3 shedding:
English Springer Spaniel dogs shed moderately.
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Bearded Collie dogs shed above average.
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Australian Shepherd dogs shed moderately.
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English Springer Spaniel vs Bearded Collie vs Australian Shepherd Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between English Springer Spaniel, Bearded Collie, and Australian Shepherd. Which is best with kids?
English Springer Spaniel dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Bearded Collie dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Australian Shepherd dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
English Springer Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.
Bearded Collie dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Australian Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly English Springer Spaniel or Bearded Collie or Australian Shepherd? Which dog is more friendly?
English Springer Spaniel dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Bearded Collie dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Australian Shepherd dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly English Springer Spaniel or Bearded Collie or Australian Shepherd?
English Springer Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Bearded Collie dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Australian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly English Springer Spaniel or Bearded Collie or Australian Shepherd?
English Springer Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Bearded Collie dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Australian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: English Springer Spaniel vs Bearded Collie vs Australian Shepherd?
Yes
English Springer Spaniel 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.
Yes
Australian Shepherd dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
English Springer Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Bearded Collie is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Australian Shepherd is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
English Springer Spaniels are usually recommended for elderly people.
Bearded Collies are usually recommended for elderly people.
Australian Shepherds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

English Springer Spaniel vs Bearded Collie vs Australian Shepherd As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between English Springer Spaniel, Bearded Collie, and Australian Shepherd. Which is best suited for service work?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between English Springer Spaniel, Bearded Collie, and Australian Shepherd. Which excels in therapy work?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between English Springer Spaniel, Bearded Collie, and Australian Shepherd. Which has best nose work ability?

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.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between English Springer Spaniel, Bearded Collie, and Australian Shepherd. Which is best for SAR work?

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.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between English Springer Spaniel, Bearded Collie, and Australian Shepherd. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

English Springer Spaniel breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

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

Australian Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between English Springer Spaniel, Bearded Collie, and Australian Shepherd. Which is best for draft work?

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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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of English Springer Spaniel, Bearded Collie, and Australian Shepherd. Which has most military use?

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 Springer Spaniel vs Bearded Collie vs Australian Shepherd Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of English Springer Spaniel, Bearded Collie, and Australian Shepherd. Which has most puppies?
4-10 puppies 4-12 puppies 6-9 puppies, average 7
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of English Springer Spaniel, Bearded Collie, and Australian Shepherd. Any breeding differences?
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Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between English Springer Spaniel, Bearded Collie, and Australian Shepherd. What's recommended?

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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English Springer Spaniel vs Bearded Collie vs Australian Shepherd Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for English Springer Spaniel, Bearded Collie, and Australian Shepherd. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1910 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1976 as a Herding breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1991 as a Herding breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for English Springer Spaniel, Bearded Collie, and Australian Shepherd. How are they classified internationally?
Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Flushing Dogs 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.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of English Springer Spaniel, Bearded Collie, and Australian Shepherd. Which has most recognition?
American Canine Registry
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
Canadian Canine Registry
No data available American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Australian Shepherd Club Of America

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