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Name	Gordon Setter	Rough Collie	Scottish Deerhound
Origins	Scotland	Scotland	Scotland
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Group	Gun Dog	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Gordon Castle Setters	English Collie Lassie Dog Long-Haired Collie Scottish Collie Collie	Deerhound
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Gordon Setter vs Rough Collie vs Scottish Deerhound breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Gordon Setter vs Rough Collie vs Scottish Deerhound Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Gordon Setter or Rough Collie or Scottish Deerhound? Which is the smallest dog, Gordon Setter or Rough Collie or Scottish Deerhound?	Large	Large	Giant
Weight Which is heavier, Gordon Setter or Rough Collie or Rough Collie? Gordon Setter vs Rough Collie vs Scottish Deerhound weight comparison:	Male: 55-80 pounds (25-36 kg), Female: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg)	Male: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg), Female: 53-65 pounds (24-29 kg)	75-110 pounds (34-50 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26 kg)	Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26 kg)	92.5 pounds (42 kg)
Height Which is taller, Gordon Setter or Rough Collie or Scottish Deerhound? Gordon Setter vs Rough Collie vs Scottish Deerhound height comparison:	Male: 24-27 inches (61-69 cm), Female: 23-26 inches (58-66 cm)	Male: 24–26 inch (60–66 cm), Female: 22–24 inch (55–61 cm)	28-32 inches (71-81 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 25.5 inches (65 cm), Female: 24.5 inches (62 cm)	Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm)	30 inches (76 cm)

Gordon Setter vs Rough Collie vs Scottish Deerhound Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Gordon Setter or Rough Collie or Scottish Deerhound? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1000	$400-$600	$1000-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Gordon Setter or Rough Collie or Scottish Deerhound?	Frequent: The Gordon Setter is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Rough Collie is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Scottish Deerhound is easier than average to get.

Gordon Setter vs Rough Collie vs Scottish Deerhound Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Gordon Setter vs Rough Collie vs Scottish Deerhound intelligence:	Smart: The Gordon Setter dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Very smart: Rough Collie is an excellent dog breed. 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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Trainability Gordon Setter vs Rough Collie vs Scottish Deerhound trainability comparison.	Gordon Setter dogs are easy to train. See more.	Rough Collie dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Scottish Deerhound dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Gordon Setter or Rough Collie or Scottish Deerhound?	Gordon Setter dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Rough Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Scottish Deerhound dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Gordon Setter or Rough Collie or Scottish Deerhound? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Gordon Setter dogs are average defenders. See more.	Rough Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Scottish Deerhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.
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Gordon Setter vs Rough Collie vs Scottish Deerhound Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Gordon Setter or Rough Collie or Scottish Deerhound? Gordon Setter vs Rough Collie vs Scottish Deerhound behavior/temperament comparison:	Alert Intelligent Confident Loyal Fearless Eager	Protective Intelligent Friendly Responsive Docile Obedient Loyal Gentle Social Elegant Hard working Herding	Dignified Friendly Docile Gentle Polite Still
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: Rough Collie dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Scottish Deerhound dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Gordon Setter vs Rough Collie vs Scottish Deerhound?	High: Gordon Setter dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Rough Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Scottish Deerhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Gordon Setter vs Rough Collie vs Scottish Deerhound social needs comparison:	Gordon Setter dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Rough Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Scottish Deerhound dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Gordon Setter is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Rough Collie dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Scottish Deerhound is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Gordon Setter dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Rough Collie dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Scottish Deerhound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Gordon Setter vs Rough Collie vs Scottish Deerhound Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Gordon Setter vs Rough Collie vs Scottish Deerhound playfulness comparison:	The Gordon Setter is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Rough Collie is a playful breed. See more.	Average: Scottish Deerhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Gordon Setter vs Rough Collie vs Scottish Deerhound?	Average: The Gordon Setter barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Rough Collie rarely barks. See more.	Low: The Scottish Deerhound barks none to minimal. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Gordon Setter or Rough Collie or Scottish Deerhound?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Gordon Setter breed.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Rough Collie indoors.	Very house-friendly dog the Scottish Deerhound breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Gordon Setter vs Rough Collie vs Scottish Deerhound Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Gordon Setter dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Rough Collie dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Average: Scottish Deerhound dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Gordon Setter or Rough Collie or Scottish Deerhound?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Rough Collie dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Scottish Deerhound dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Gordon Setter vs Rough Collie vs Scottish Deerhound Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Gordon Setter or Rough Collie or Scottish Deerhound?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Gordon Setter bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Rough Collie bite force: Ordinary.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Scottish Deerhound bite force: The Strongest.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Gordon Setter has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Rough Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Scottish Deerhound has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Gordon Setter vs Rough Collie vs Scottish Deerhound mouthiness comparison:	Gordon Setter dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Rough Collie dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Scottish Deerhound dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Gordon Setter vs Rough Collie vs Scottish Deerhound Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Gordon Setter vs Rough Collie vs Scottish Deerhound health comparison. Which is the healthier: Gordon Setter vs Rough Collie vs Scottish Deerhound?	The Gordon Setter is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Rough Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Very healthy dog breed.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Gordon Setter vs Rough Collie vs Scottish Deerhound? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Gordon Setter vs Rough Collie vs Scottish Deerhound health problems comparison:	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Drug Sensitivity Collie Eye Anomaly Gray Collie Syndrome	Allergies Hypothyroidism Bloat Factor Vii Deficiency Drug Sensitivity Cystinuria Osteosarcoma Dilated Cardiomyopathy
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Gordon Setter should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Rough Collie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Scottish Deerhound should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Life Expectancy Gordon Setter vs Rough Collie vs Scottish Deerhound lifespan comparison. How long do Gordon Setter, Rough Collie and Scottish Deerhound breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Gordon Setter: 11 years	14-16 years The average lifespan of Rough Collie: 15 years	8-10 years The average lifespan of Scottish Deerhound: 9 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Gordon Setter vs Rough Collie vs Scottish Deerhound?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Gordon Setter can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Rough Collie can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Scottish Deerhound can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Gordon Setter vs Rough Collie vs Scottish Deerhound Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Gordon Setter or Rough Collie or Scottish Deerhound? Gordon Setter vs Rough Collie vs Scottish Deerhound energy level comparison:	Gordon Setter dogs are high-energy dogs.	Rough Collie dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Scottish Deerhound dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Gordon Setter vs Rough Collie vs Scottish Deerhound exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Gordon Setter or Rough Collie or Scottish Deerhound? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Gordon Setter dogs need a lot of exercises.	Rough Collie dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Scottish Deerhound dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Gordon Setter or Rough Collie or Scottish Deerhound?	Gordon Setter dogs don't need too much sleep.	Rough Collie dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Scottish Deerhound dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Gordon Setter vs Rough Collie vs Scottish Deerhound Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Gordon Setter or Rough Collie or Scottish Deerhound?	3 to 5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Gordon Setter vs Rough Collie vs Scottish Deerhound weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Gordon Setter has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Rough Collie has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Scottish Deerhound's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Gordon Setter vs Rough Collie vs Scottish Deerhound Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Gordon Setter vs Rough Collie vs Scottish Deerhound coat comparison:	Soft Wavy Shiny Straight	Rough Soft Thick Straight Harsh Furry	Wiry
Colors What are the original Gordon Setter, Rough Collie and Scottish Deerhound color?	Black Tan Red	White Sable Merle Black & White & Tan Blue & Merle Blue & Merle & White Sable & White White & Merle	Gray Blue Brindle
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Gordon Setter or Rough Collie or Scottish Deerhound? Gordon Setter vs Rough Collie vs Scottish Deerhound grooming comparison:	Advanced: The Gordon Setter requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Easy to groom: The Scottish Deerhound doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Gordon Setter or Rough Collie or Scottish Deerhound? Gordon Setter or Rough Collie or {name3 shedding:	Gordon Setter dogs shed moderately. See more.	Rough Collie dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Scottish Deerhound dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Gordon Setter or Rough Collie or Scottish Deerhound?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Gordon Setter vs Rough Collie vs Scottish Deerhound hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Gordon Setter vs Rough Collie vs Scottish Deerhound?	Medium ⏺ The Gordon Setter has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Rough Collie has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Scottish Deerhound has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Gordon Setter is an average drooler. See more.	The Rough Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Scottish Deerhound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Gordon Setter vs Rough Collie vs Scottish Deerhound Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Gordon Setter dogs are generally with other pets.	Rough Collie dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Scottish Deerhound dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Gordon Setter or Rough Collie or Scottish Deerhound? Which dog is more friendly?	Gordon Setter dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Rough Collie dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Scottish Deerhound dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Gordon Setter or Rough Collie or Scottish Deerhound?	Gordon Setter dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Rough Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Scottish Deerhound dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Gordon Setter or Rough Collie or Scottish Deerhound?	Gordon Setter dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Rough Collie dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Scottish Deerhound dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Gordon Setter or Rough Collie or Scottish Deerhound?	Gordon Setter dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Rough Collie dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Scottish Deerhound dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Gordon Setter vs Rough Collie vs Scottish Deerhound?	Yes Gordon Setter dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Rough Collie dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Scottish Deerhound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Gordon Setter is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Rough Collie is not the best dog breed for office environment.	Yes Scottish Deerhound is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Gordon Setters are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Rough Collies are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Scottish Deerhounds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Gordon Setter vs Rough Collie vs Scottish Deerhound As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	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 Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Gordon Setter or Rough Collie or Scottish Deerhound? Which is better for autism?	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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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	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 and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Gordon Setter vs Rough Collie vs Scottish Deerhound?	Yes Gordon Setter breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Rough Collie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Scottish Deerhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	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.
Fighting Dog / Military 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.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Gordon Setter vs Rough Collie vs Scottish Deerhound Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	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.
Litter Size How many puppies can Gordon Setter and Rough Collie and Scottish Deerhound have?	6-8 puppies	4-8 puppies	4-8 puppies
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Gordon Setter vs Rough Collie vs Scottish Deerhound Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1878 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1886 as a Hound breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the British and Irish Pointers and Setters section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Rough-haired Sighthounds section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	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 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 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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