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Name	Goldendoodle	Vizsla	Border Collie
Origins	United States Canada	Hungary	England Scotland Wales
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Group	Companion Dogs	Gun Dog	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
Popularity Rank	447	30	38
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Goldendoodle, Vizsla, and Border Collie breeds.	Curly Retriever Goldenpoo Curly Golden	Hungarian Pointer Hungarian Short-Haired Pointer Magyar Vizsla Rövidszőrű Magyar Vizsla Hungarian Vizsla	Sheepdog Scotch Sheep Dog
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Goldendoodle, Vizsla, and Border Collie? Compare their breeding categories.	Cross Breed	Purebred	Purebred

Goldendoodle vs Vizsla vs Border Collie Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Goldendoodle, Vizsla, and Border Collie. Which breed is the largest?	Large	Large	Large
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Goldendoodle, Vizsla, and Border Collie? 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: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg)	Male: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg), Female: 27-42 pounds (12-19 kg)
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: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg)	Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Female: 34.5 pounds (15.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Goldendoodle or Vizsla or Border Collie? Goldendoodle vs Vizsla vs Border Collie height comparison:	13-24 inches (33-61 cm)	Male: 22-26 inches (56-66 cm), Female: 20-24 inches (51-61 cm)	Male: 19-22 inches (48-56 cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46-53 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	18.5 inches (47 cm)	Male: 24 inches (61 cm), Female: 22 inches (56 cm)	Male: 20.5 inches (52 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (49.5 cm)

Goldendoodle vs Vizsla vs Border Collie Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Goldendoodle, Vizsla, and Border Collie. Find price differences between these breeds.	$600-$800	$800-$1200	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Goldendoodle or Vizsla or Border Collie?	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 Vizsla is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Border Collie is quite easy to get.

Goldendoodle vs Vizsla vs Border Collie Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Goldendoodle, Vizsla, and Border Collie. Which breed ranks highest?	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Very smart: Vizsla is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Outstanding: Border Collie is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between Goldendoodle, Vizsla, and Border Collie. Which is easiest to train?	Goldendoodle dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Vizsla dogs are easy to train. See more.	Border Collie dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Goldendoodle, Vizsla, and Border Collie. Which breed is most alert?	Goldendoodle dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Vizsla dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Border Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Goldendoodle, Vizsla, and Border Collie. Which breed is most protective?	Goldendoodle dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.	Vizsla dogs are average defenders. See more.	Border Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Goldendoodle vs Vizsla vs Border Collie Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Goldendoodle, Vizsla, and Border Collie? Compare temperaments.	Energetic Intelligent Friendly Trainable	Playful Energetic Protective Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Lively Gentle Trainable Companionable Cheerful Quiet Easygoing Willing Evenly Tempered	Energetic Protective Alert Intelligent Responsive Loyal Tenacious
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: Vizsla dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Sensitive: Border Collie dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Goldendoodle vs Vizsla vs Border Collie?	High: Goldendoodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Vizsla dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Border Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Goldendoodle vs Vizsla vs Border Collie social needs comparison:	Goldendoodle dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Vizsla dogs are a social breed. See more.	Border Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Goldendoodle dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Vizsla 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.
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. See more.	Vizsla dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. 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.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Goldendoodle vs Vizsla vs Border Collie Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Goldendoodle, Vizsla, and Border Collie. Which breed is most vocal?	Average: The Goldendoodle barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Vizsla barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Border Collie rarely barks. See more.
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Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Goldendoodle, Vizsla, and Border Collie. Which breed is most playful?	The Goldendoodle is a playful breed. See more.	The Vizsla is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Border Collie is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Goldendoodle, Vizsla, and Border Collie. Which adapts best to small spaces?	Very house-friendly dog the Goldendoodle breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Vizsla breed in the home.	It is not recommended to keep the Border Collie breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Goldendoodle vs Vizsla vs Border Collie Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between Goldendoodle, Vizsla, and Border Collie. Which breed is most flexible?	Goldendoodle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Vizsla 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.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Goldendoodle or Vizsla or Border Collie?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Vizsla 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.	Border Collie dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Goldendoodle vs Vizsla vs Border Collie Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Compare biting potential between Goldendoodle, Vizsla, and Border Collie. Which has lowest bite risk?	Low 🔽 The Goldendoodle has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Vizsla has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Border Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Compare mouthing tendencies between Goldendoodle, Vizsla, and Border Collie. Which uses mouth most during play?	Goldendoodle dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Vizsla dogs have a higher 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.
Bite Strength Rating Compare bite forces between Goldendoodle, Vizsla, and Border Collie. Which has the strongest bite?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Goldendoodle bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Vizsla bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Border Collie bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Goldendoodle vs Vizsla vs Border Collie Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Goldendoodle, Vizsla, and Border Collie. Which breed lives longest?	9-15 years The average lifespan of Goldendoodle: 12 years	10-14 years The average lifespan of Vizsla: 12 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Border Collie: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Goldendoodle, Vizsla, and Border Collie. 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. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. 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.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in Goldendoodle, Vizsla, and Border Collie. Which has fewer health issues?	Goldendoodles are commonly healthy dogs.	The Vizsla is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Border Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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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 Vizsla should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Border Collie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Goldendoodle vs Vizsla vs Border Collie? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Goldendoodle vs Vizsla vs Border Collie health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Addison's Disease Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis	Hip Dysplasia Cancer Epilepsy Sebaceous Adenitis	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Collie Eye Anomaly Osteochondrosis Dissecans

Goldendoodle vs Vizsla vs Border Collie Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Goldendoodle vs Vizsla vs Border Collie Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Goldendoodle, Vizsla, and Border Collie. Which is most prone to obesity?	Average: The Goldendoodle has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The Vizsla has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Border Collie has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Goldendoodle, Vizsla, and Border Collie. Which needs most food?	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.	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.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Goldendoodle vs Vizsla vs Border Collie Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Goldendoodle, Vizsla, and Border Collie. 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 Goldendoodle, Vizsla, and Border Collie. What colors are available?	Black Gray Red White Brown Yellow	Golden Rust Russet Gold Dark Sandy Gold	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
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Goldendoodle, Vizsla, and Border Collie. Which requires most maintenance?	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Effortless: The Vizsla requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The Border Collie requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Goldendoodle, Vizsla, and Border Collie. Which drools least?	The Goldendoodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Vizsla is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Border Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Goldendoodle, Vizsla, and Border Collie. Which has least natural smell?	Low 🔽 The Goldendoodle has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Vizsla has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Border Collie has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Goldendoodle, Vizsla, and Border Collie. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Curly Wavy Smooth Straight	Fine Dense Hard Coarse Short No Undercoat	Dense Feathered Straight Short Moderately Long
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Goldendoodle, Vizsla, and Border Collie. 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. See more.	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.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Goldendoodle or Vizsla or Border Collie? Goldendoodle or Vizsla or {name3 shedding:	Goldendoodle dogs shed moderately. See more.	Vizsla dogs shed moderately. See more.	Border Collie dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Goldendoodle vs Vizsla vs Border Collie Good With Comparison

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

Goldendoodle vs Vizsla vs Border Collie As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Goldendoodle, Vizsla, and Border Collie. Which is best suited for service work?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Compare therapy dog potential between Goldendoodle, Vizsla, and Border Collie. 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.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
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Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between Goldendoodle, Vizsla, and Border Collie. Which has best nose work ability?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
Search & Rescue Potential Compare search and rescue potential between Goldendoodle, Vizsla, and Border Collie. Which is best for SAR work?	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.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability Compare boating aptitude between Goldendoodle, Vizsla, and Border Collie. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really Goldendoodle breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Vizsla breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Border Collie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Goldendoodle, Vizsla, and Border Collie. 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 Goldendoodle, Vizsla, and Border Collie. 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 Vizsla vs Border Collie Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Goldendoodle, Vizsla, and Border Collie. Which has most puppies?	4-8 puppies	6-8 puppies	4-8 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Goldendoodle, Vizsla, and Border Collie. 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, Vizsla, and Border Collie. 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.

Goldendoodle vs Vizsla vs Border Collie Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Goldendoodle, Vizsla, and Border Collie. How are they classified?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1960 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1995 as a Herding breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Goldendoodle, Vizsla, and Border Collie. How are they classified internationally?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs 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 Goldendoodle, Vizsla, and Border Collie. 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 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	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

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