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Eurohound vs Border Collie vs Alaskan Husky Comparison - Dog breed selector: Scandinavian hound or Sheepdog or Husky? Find the right dog for you

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Name Eurohound Border Collie Alaskan Husky
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Group Sled Dogs Pastoral / Herding Dogs Sled Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Eurohound, Border Collie, and Alaskan Husky breeds.
Scandinavian hound
Eurodog
Sheepdog
Scotch Sheep Dog
Husky
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Eurohound, Border Collie, and Alaskan Husky? Compare their breeding categories.
Cross Breed Purebred Cross Breed

Eurohound vs Border Collie vs Alaskan Husky Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Eurohound, Border Collie, and Alaskan Husky. Which breed is the largest?
Large Large Medium
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Eurohound, Border Collie, and Alaskan Husky? Compare adult weight ranges.
Male: 46-53 pounds (21-24 kg), Female: 39.5-46 pounds (18-21 kg) Male: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg), Female: 27-42 pounds (12-19 kg) Male: 40-60 pounds (18-27 kg), Female: 35-48 pounds (16-22 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 49.5 pounds (22.5 kg), Female: 43 pounds (19.5 kg) Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Female: 34.5 pounds (15.5 kg) Male: 50 pounds (22.5 kg), Female: 41.5 pounds (19 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Eurohound or Border Collie or Alaskan Husky? Eurohound vs Border Collie vs Alaskan Husky height comparison:
26-28 inches (65-72 cm) Male: 19-22 inches (48-56 cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46-53 cm) 20-24 inches (51-61 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
27 inches (69 cm) Male: 20.5 inches (52 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (49.5 cm) 22 inches (56 cm)

Eurohound vs Border Collie vs Alaskan Husky Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Eurohound, Border Collie, and Alaskan Husky. Find price differences between these breeds.
$1000-$1500 $600-$800 $1000-$1500
Availability
Which is easier to get, Eurohound or Border Collie or Alaskan Husky?
Average: The Eurohound is a commonly available dog breed.
Very frequent: The Border Collie is quite easy to get.
Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

Eurohound vs Border Collie vs Alaskan Husky Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Eurohound, Border Collie, and Alaskan Husky. Which breed ranks highest?
Smart: The Eurohound dogs have great intelligence.
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Outstanding: Border Collie is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Eurohound, Border Collie, and Alaskan Husky. Which is easiest to train?
A slightly harder to train than average.
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Border Collie dogs are easy to train.
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A slightly harder to train than average.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Eurohound, Border Collie, and Alaskan Husky. Which breed is most alert?
Eurohound dogs are average watchdogs.
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Border Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Alaskan Husky dogs are average watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Eurohound, Border Collie, and Alaskan Husky. Which breed is most protective?
Eurohound dogs are not the best to protect their territory.
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Border Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Alaskan Husky dogs are average defenders.
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Eurohound vs Border Collie vs Alaskan Husky Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Eurohound, Border Collie, and Alaskan Husky? Compare temperaments.
Energetic
Intelligent
Affectionate
Loyal
Extroverted
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Responsive
Loyal
Tenacious
Agile
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Powerful
Sensitive
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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Sensitive: Border Collie dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Sensitive: Alaskan Husky 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: Eurohound vs Border Collie vs Alaskan Husky?
Average: Eurohound dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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High: Border Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: Alaskan Husky dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Social Needs
Eurohound vs Border Collie vs Alaskan Husky social needs comparison:
Eurohound dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Border Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Alaskan Husky dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Eurohound dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Border Collie dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Alaskan Husky dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Eurohound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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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.
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Alaskan Husky dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Eurohound vs Border Collie vs Alaskan Husky Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Eurohound, Border Collie, and Alaskan Husky. Which breed is most vocal?
Average to High: The Eurohound is a vocal breed.
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Low to Average: The Border Collie rarely barks.
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Average to High: The Alaskan Husky is a vocal breed.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Eurohound, Border Collie, and Alaskan Husky. Which breed is most playful?
The Eurohound is a playful breed.
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The Border Collie is a highly playful breed.
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The Alaskan Husky is a highly playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Eurohound, Border Collie, and Alaskan Husky. Which adapts best to small spaces?
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Eurohound breed.
It is not recommended to keep the Border Collie breed in the home.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Alaskan Husky breed.

Eurohound vs Border Collie vs Alaskan Husky Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Eurohound, Border Collie, and Alaskan Husky. Which breed is most flexible?
Average: Eurohound dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Border Collie dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alaskan Husky dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Eurohound or Border Collie or Alaskan Husky?
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.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Eurohound vs Border Collie vs Alaskan Husky Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Eurohound, Border Collie, and Alaskan Husky. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The Eurohound has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Border Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.

Moderate

The Alaskan Husky has an average chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Eurohound, Border Collie, and Alaskan Husky. Which uses mouth most during play?
Eurohound dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Border Collie dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Alaskan Husky 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 Eurohound, Border Collie, and Alaskan Husky. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Eurohound bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Border Collie bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Alaskan Husky bite force: Ordinary.

Eurohound vs Border Collie vs Alaskan Husky Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Eurohound, Border Collie, and Alaskan Husky. Which breed lives longest?
9-15 years
The average lifespan of Eurohound: 12 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Border Collie: 13 years
9-15 years
The average lifespan of Alaskan Husky: 12 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Eurohound, Border Collie, and Alaskan Husky. Which handles climate changes best?
Prefers cold weather
The Eurohound can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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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.
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Prefers cold weather
The Alaskan Husky can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Eurohound, Border Collie, and Alaskan Husky. Which has fewer health issues?
Eurohounds 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.
Alaskan Huskys tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Rare
The Eurohound 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 Alaskan Husky should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Eurohound vs Border Collie vs Alaskan Husky? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Eurohound vs Border Collie vs Alaskan Husky health problems comparison:
No data available Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Collie Eye Anomaly
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Hyperthyroidism
Laryngeal Paresis
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)

Eurohound vs Border Collie vs Alaskan Husky Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Eurohound, Border Collie, and Alaskan Husky. Which breed is most active?
Eurohound dogs are high-energy dogs.
Border Collie dogs are high-energy dogs.
Alaskan Husky dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Eurohound vs Border Collie vs Alaskan Husky exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Eurohound or Border Collie or Alaskan Husky? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Eurohound dogs need a lot of exercises.
Border Collie dogs need a lot of exercises.
Alaskan Husky dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Eurohound or Border Collie or Alaskan Husky?
Eurohound dogs don't need too much sleep.
Border Collie dogs don't need too much sleep.
Alaskan Husky dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.

Eurohound vs Border Collie vs Alaskan Husky Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Eurohound, Border Collie, and Alaskan Husky. Which is most prone to obesity?
Average: The Eurohound has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Border Collie has an average risk for obesity.
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Low to Average: The Alaskan Husky has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Eurohound, Border Collie, and Alaskan Husky. Which needs most food?
2 to 3 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 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.

Eurohound vs Border Collie vs Alaskan Husky Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Eurohound, Border Collie, and Alaskan Husky. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Eurohound, Border Collie, and Alaskan Husky. What colors are available?
Black
Red
Cream
White
Blonde
Spotted
Beige
Patched
Black with white blazing
Solid with patches of spots
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
Black
Gray
White
Blonde
Orange
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Eurohound, Border Collie, and Alaskan Husky. Which requires most maintenance?
Effortless: The Eurohound requires minimal grooming.
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Average: The Border Collie requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Alaskan Husky requires average grooming effort.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Eurohound, Border Collie, and Alaskan Husky. Which drools least?
The Eurohound is an average drooler.
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The Border Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Alaskan Husky is an average drooler.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Eurohound, Border Collie, and Alaskan Husky. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The Eurohound has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Border Collie has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Alaskan Husky has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Eurohound, Border Collie, and Alaskan Husky. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Shiny
Short
Dense
Feathered
Straight
Short
Moderately Long
Dense
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Eurohound, Border Collie, and Alaskan Husky. 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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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Eurohound or Border Collie or Alaskan Husky? Eurohound or Border Collie or {name3 shedding:
Eurohound dogs are low shedders.
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Border Collie dogs shed moderately.
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Alaskan Husky dogs shed moderately.
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Eurohound vs Border Collie vs Alaskan Husky Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Eurohound, Border Collie, and Alaskan Husky. Which is best with kids?
Eurohound dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Border Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Alaskan Husky dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Eurohound dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Border Collie dogs are generally with other pets.
Alaskan Husky dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Eurohound or Border Collie or Alaskan Husky? Which dog is more friendly?
Eurohound dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Alaskan Husky dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Eurohound or Border Collie or Alaskan Husky?
Eurohound dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Alaskan Husky dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Eurohound or Border Collie or Alaskan Husky?
Eurohound dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Alaskan Husky dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Eurohound vs Border Collie vs Alaskan Husky?
No
Eurohound dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Yes
Border Collie dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
No
Alaskan Husky dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Eurohound is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Border Collie is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Alaskan Husky is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Eurohounds are commonly okay with elderly people.
Border Collies are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Alaskan Huskys are commonly okay with elderly people.

Eurohound vs Border Collie vs Alaskan Husky As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Eurohound, Border Collie, and Alaskan Husky. Which is best suited for service work?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Eurohound, Border Collie, and Alaskan Husky. Which excels in therapy work?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect 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 Eurohound, Border Collie, and Alaskan Husky. Which has best nose work ability?

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 & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Eurohound, Border Collie, and Alaskan Husky. Which is best for SAR work?

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.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Eurohound, Border Collie, and Alaskan Husky. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

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

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

Alaskan Husky breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Eurohound, Border Collie, and Alaskan Husky. 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 Eurohound, Border Collie, and Alaskan Husky. 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.

Eurohound vs Border Collie vs Alaskan Husky Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Eurohound, Border Collie, and Alaskan Husky. Which has most puppies?
4-10 puppies 4-8 puppies 4-10 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Eurohound, Border Collie, and Alaskan Husky. Any breeding differences?
60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Eurohound, Border Collie, and Alaskan Husky. 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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Eurohound vs Border Collie vs Alaskan Husky Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Eurohound, Border Collie, and Alaskan Husky. How are they classified?
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1995 as a Herding breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Eurohound, Border Collie, and Alaskan Husky. How are they classified internationally?
Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section. Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Eurohound, Border Collie, and Alaskan Husky. Which has most recognition?
No data available 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
Dog Registry of America Inc.

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