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Name	Eurohound	Border Collie	Alaskan Husky
Origins	Norway Scandinavia	England Scotland Wales	United States
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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. See more.	Outstanding: Border Collie is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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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. See more.	Border Collie dogs are easy to train. See more.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.
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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. See more.	Border Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Alaskan Husky dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
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. See more.	Border Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Alaskan Husky dogs are average defenders. See more.
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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. See more.	Sensitive: Border Collie dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Sensitive: Alaskan Husky 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: Eurohound vs Border Collie vs Alaskan Husky?	Average: Eurohound dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Border Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Alaskan Husky dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Eurohound vs Border Collie vs Alaskan Husky social needs comparison:	Eurohound dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Border Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Alaskan Husky dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
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. See more.	Border Collie dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Alaskan Husky dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
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. See more.	Border Collie dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.	Alaskan Husky dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

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. See more.	Low to Average: The Border Collie rarely barks. See more.	Average to High: The Alaskan Husky is a vocal breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Eurohound, Border Collie, and Alaskan Husky. Which breed is most playful?	The Eurohound is a playful breed. See more.	The Border Collie is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Alaskan Husky is a highly playful breed. See more.
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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.
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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. See more.	Border Collie dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Alaskan Husky dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
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.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

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
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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. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Border Collie can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers cold weather The Alaskan Husky can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.
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.
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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.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
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.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
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.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

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. See more.	Average: The Border Collie has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The Alaskan Husky has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
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.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

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?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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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. See more.	Average: The Border Collie requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Alaskan Husky requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Eurohound, Border Collie, and Alaskan Husky. Which drools least?	The Eurohound is an average drooler. See more.	The Border Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Alaskan Husky is an average drooler. See more.
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. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Eurohound or Border Collie or Alaskan Husky? Eurohound or Border Collie or {name3 shedding:	Eurohound dogs are low shedders. See more.	Border Collie dogs shed moderately. See more.	Alaskan Husky dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

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.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
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.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
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 Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
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. See more.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy 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. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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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. See more.	Not really Border Collie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Alaskan Husky breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
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. 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.
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
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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. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

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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