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Goldendoodle vs Border Collie vs Yorkshire Terrier Comparison - Dog breed selector: Curly Retriever or Sheepdog or Yorkie? Find the right dog for you

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Name Goldendoodle Border Collie Yorkshire Terrier
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Goldendoodle, Border Collie, and Yorkshire Terrier breeds.
Curly Retriever
Goldenpoo
Curly Golden
Sheepdog
Scotch Sheep Dog
Yorkie
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Goldendoodle, Border Collie, and Yorkshire Terrier? Compare their breeding categories.
Cross Breed Purebred Purebred

Goldendoodle vs Border Collie vs Yorkshire Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Goldendoodle, Border Collie, and Yorkshire Terrier. Which breed is the largest?
Large Large Small
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Goldendoodle, Border Collie, and Yorkshire Terrier? Compare adult weight ranges.
Miniature: 15-30 pounds (7-14 kg)Standard: 45-100 pounds (20-45 kg), Medium: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg) Male: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg), Female: 27-42 pounds (12-19 kg) 2-3 kg (4-7 pounds)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Miniature: 22.5 pounds (10.5 kg)Standard: 72.5 pounds (32.5 kg), Medium: 37.5 pounds (17 kg) Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Female: 34.5 pounds (15.5 kg) 2.5 kg (5.5 pounds)
Height
Which is taller, Goldendoodle or Border Collie or Yorkshire Terrier? Goldendoodle vs Border Collie vs Yorkshire Terrier height comparison:
13-24 inches (33-61 cm) Male: 19-22 inches (48-56 cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46-53 cm) 20-23 cm (8-9 inches)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
18.5 inches (47 cm) Male: 20.5 inches (52 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (49.5 cm) 21.5 cm (8.5 inches)

Goldendoodle vs Border Collie vs Yorkshire Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Goldendoodle, Border Collie, and Yorkshire Terrier. Find price differences between these breeds.
$600-$800 $600-$800 $600-$1000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Goldendoodle or Border Collie or Yorkshire Terrier?
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 Border Collie is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Yorkshire Terrier is quite easy to get.

Goldendoodle vs Border Collie vs Yorkshire Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Goldendoodle, Border Collie, and Yorkshire Terrier. Which breed ranks highest?
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Outstanding: Border Collie is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Smart: The Yorkshire Terrier dogs have great intelligence.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Goldendoodle, Border Collie, and Yorkshire Terrier. Which is easiest to train?
Goldendoodle dogs are very easy to train.
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Border Collie dogs are easy to train.
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Yorkshire Terrier dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Goldendoodle, Border Collie, and Yorkshire Terrier. Which breed is most alert?
Goldendoodle dogs are average watchdogs.
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Border Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Yorkshire Terrier dogs are good watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Goldendoodle, Border Collie, and Yorkshire Terrier. Which breed is most protective?
Goldendoodle 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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Yorkshire Terrier dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Goldendoodle vs Border Collie vs Yorkshire Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Goldendoodle, Border Collie, and Yorkshire Terrier? Compare temperaments.
Energetic
Intelligent
Friendly
Trainable
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Responsive
Loyal
Tenacious
Playful
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Loyal
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: Yorkshire Terrier 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: Goldendoodle vs Border Collie vs Yorkshire Terrier?
High: Goldendoodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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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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High: Yorkshire Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Goldendoodle vs Border Collie vs Yorkshire Terrier social needs comparison:
Goldendoodle dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Border Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Yorkshire Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Goldendoodle dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Border Collie dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Yorkshire Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Goldendoodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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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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Yorkshire Terrier dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Goldendoodle vs Border Collie vs Yorkshire Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Goldendoodle, Border Collie, and Yorkshire Terrier. Which breed is most vocal?
Average: The Goldendoodle barks occasionally.
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Low to Average: The Border Collie rarely barks.
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A lot: Yorkshire Terrier is a particularly loud breed.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Goldendoodle, Border Collie, and Yorkshire Terrier. Which breed is most playful?
The Goldendoodle is a playful breed.
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The Border Collie is a highly playful breed.
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Average: Yorkshire Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Goldendoodle, Border Collie, and Yorkshire Terrier. Which adapts best to small spaces?
Very house-friendly dog the Goldendoodle breed.
It is not recommended to keep the Border Collie breed in the home.
Very house-friendly dog the Yorkshire Terrier breed.

Goldendoodle vs Border Collie vs Yorkshire Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Goldendoodle, Border Collie, and Yorkshire Terrier. Which breed is most flexible?
Goldendoodle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Border Collie dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Yorkshire Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Goldendoodle or Border Collie or Yorkshire Terrier?
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.
Yorkshire Terrier dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Goldendoodle vs Border Collie vs Yorkshire Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Goldendoodle, Border Collie, and Yorkshire Terrier. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The Goldendoodle has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Border Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Yorkshire Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Goldendoodle, Border Collie, and Yorkshire Terrier. Which uses mouth most during play?
Goldendoodle 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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Yorkshire Terrier dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Goldendoodle, Border Collie, and Yorkshire Terrier. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Goldendoodle bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Border Collie bite force: Ordinary.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Yorkshire Terrier bite force: Weak.

Goldendoodle vs Border Collie vs Yorkshire Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Goldendoodle, Border Collie, and Yorkshire Terrier. Which breed lives longest?
9-15 years
The average lifespan of Goldendoodle: 12 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Border Collie: 13 years
12-16 years
The average lifespan of Yorkshire Terrier: 14 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Goldendoodle, Border Collie, and Yorkshire Terrier. 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 Border 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 warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Goldendoodle, Border Collie, and Yorkshire Terrier. Which has fewer health issues?
Goldendoodles 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.
Yorkshire Terriers are commonly healthy dogs.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Rare
The Goldendoodle 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.
Rare
The Yorkshire Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Goldendoodle vs Border Collie vs Yorkshire Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Goldendoodle vs Border Collie vs Yorkshire Terrier health problems comparison:
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Bloat
Addison's Disease
Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Collie Eye Anomaly
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Collapsed Trachea
Patellar Luxation
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Portosystemic Liver Shunt
Reverse Sneezing
Hypoglycemia

Goldendoodle vs Border Collie vs Yorkshire Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Goldendoodle vs Border Collie vs Yorkshire Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Goldendoodle, Border Collie, and Yorkshire Terrier. Which is most prone to obesity?
Average: The Goldendoodle 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 Yorkshire Terrier has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Goldendoodle, Border Collie, and Yorkshire Terrier. Which needs most food?
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. Recommended daily amount: 1/2 to 3/4 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

Goldendoodle vs Border Collie vs Yorkshire Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

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

Low 🔽

The Goldendoodle has a low chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Border Collie has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Yorkshire Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Goldendoodle, Border Collie, and Yorkshire Terrier. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Curly
Wavy
Smooth
Straight
Dense
Feathered
Straight
Short
Moderately Long
Fine
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Goldendoodle, Border Collie, and Yorkshire Terrier. Which requires most frequent baths?
3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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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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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Goldendoodle or Border Collie or Yorkshire Terrier? Goldendoodle or Border Collie or {name3 shedding:
Goldendoodle dogs shed moderately.
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Border Collie dogs shed moderately.
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Yorkshire Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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Goldendoodle vs Border Collie vs Yorkshire Terrier Good With Comparison

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

Goldendoodle vs Border Collie vs Yorkshire Terrier As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Goldendoodle, Border Collie, and Yorkshire Terrier. 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 Goldendoodle, Border Collie, and Yorkshire Terrier. 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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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Goldendoodle, Border Collie, and Yorkshire Terrier. 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 Goldendoodle, Border Collie, and Yorkshire Terrier. 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 Goldendoodle, Border Collie, and Yorkshire Terrier. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

Goldendoodle 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

Yorkshire Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Goldendoodle, Border Collie, and Yorkshire Terrier. 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 Goldendoodle, Border Collie, and Yorkshire Terrier. 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.

Goldendoodle vs Border Collie vs Yorkshire Terrier Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Goldendoodle, Border Collie, and Yorkshire Terrier. Which has most puppies?
4-8 puppies 4-8 puppies 4-6 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Goldendoodle, Border Collie, and Yorkshire Terrier. Any breeding differences?
60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Goldendoodle, Border Collie, and Yorkshire Terrier. 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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Goldendoodle vs Border Collie vs Yorkshire Terrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Goldendoodle, Border Collie, and Yorkshire Terrier. How are they classified?
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1995 as a Herding breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Toy breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Goldendoodle, Border Collie, and Yorkshire Terrier. 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. Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Toy Terriers section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Goldendoodle, Border Collie, and Yorkshire Terrier. Which has most recognition?
Dog Registry of America Inc.
American Canine Hybrid Club
Designer Breed Registry
Designer Dogs Kennel Club
International Designer Canine Registry
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
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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