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Name	Hovawart	Brittany	Border Collie
Origins	Germany	France	England Scotland Wales
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Group	Guard Dogs	Gun Dog	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Hovawart, Brittany, and Border Collie breeds.	Hovie	American Brittany Brittany Spaniel Epagneul Breton	Sheepdog Scotch Sheep Dog
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Hovawart, Brittany, and Border Collie? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Hovawart vs Brittany vs Border Collie Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Hovawart, Brittany, and Border Collie. Which breed is the largest?	Large Giant	Medium	Large
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Hovawart, Brittany, and Border Collie? Compare adult weight ranges.	55 - 90 pounds (25 - 51 kg)	Male: 35-40 pounds (16-18 kg), Females: 30-40 pounds (14-18 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?	55 - 90 pounds (25 - 51 kg)	Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Females: 35 pounds (16 kg)	Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Female: 34.5 pounds (15.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Hovawart or Brittany or Border Collie? Hovawart vs Brittany vs Border Collie height comparison:	23 - 28 inches (58 - 70 cm)	Male: 17-21 inches (43-53 cm), Female: 18-20 inches (46-51 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?	23 - 28 inches (58 - 70 cm)	Male: 19 inches (48 cm), Female: 19 inches (48.5 cm)	Male: 20.5 inches (52 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (49.5 cm)

Hovawart vs Brittany vs Border Collie Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Hovawart, Brittany, and Border Collie. Find price differences between these breeds.	$1000-$1200	$700-$800	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Hovawart or Brittany or Border Collie?	Average: The Hovawart is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The Brittany is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Border Collie is quite easy to get.

Hovawart vs Brittany vs Border Collie Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Hovawart, Brittany, 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: Brittany 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 Hovawart, Brittany, and Border Collie. Which is easiest to train?	Hovawart dogs are easy to train. See more.	Brittany 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 Hovawart, Brittany, and Border Collie. Which breed is most alert?	Hovawart dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Brittany dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Border Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Hovawart, Brittany, and Border Collie. Which breed is most protective?	Hovawart dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Brittany dogs are average defenders. See more.	Border Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Hovawart vs Brittany vs Border Collie Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Hovawart, Brittany, and Border Collie? Compare temperaments.	Active Devoted Outright Tempered Watchful Reserved	Independent Alert Intelligent Responsive Social	Energetic Protective Alert Intelligent Responsive Loyal Tenacious
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Hovawart dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Sensitive: Brittany 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.
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Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Hovawart vs Brittany vs Border Collie?	Average to High: Hovawart dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Brittany 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 Hovawart vs Brittany vs Border Collie social needs comparison:	Hovawart dogs are a social breed. See more.	Brittany dogs need a lot of social interaction. 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?	Hovawart dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Brittany is strong enough to escape from home. 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?	Hovawart 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.	Brittany 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.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Hovawart vs Brittany vs Border Collie Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Hovawart, Brittany, and Border Collie. Which breed is most vocal?	Low to Average: The Hovawart rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Brittany barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Border Collie rarely barks. See more.
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Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Hovawart, Brittany, and Border Collie. Which breed is most playful?	Average: Hovawarts, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Brittany 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 Hovawart, Brittany, and Border Collie. Which adapts best to small spaces?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Hovawart 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 Brittany indoors.	It is not recommended to keep the Border Collie breed in the home.
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Hovawart vs Brittany vs Border Collie Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Hovawart vs Brittany vs Border Collie Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Compare biting potential between Hovawart, Brittany, and Border Collie. Which has lowest bite risk?	Low 🔽 The Hovawart has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Brittany has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Border Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Compare mouthing tendencies between Hovawart, Brittany, and Border Collie. Which uses mouth most during play?	Hovawart dogs have a low tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Brittany dogs have an 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 Hovawart, Brittany, and Border Collie. Which has the strongest bite?	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Hovawart bite force: The Strongest.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Brittany bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Border Collie bite force: Ordinary.
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Hovawart vs Brittany vs Border Collie Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Hovawart, Brittany, and Border Collie. Which breed lives longest?	10-14 years The average lifespan of Hovawart: 12 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Brittany: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Border Collie: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Hovawart, Brittany, 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 cold weather conditions The Brittany 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 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 Hovawart, Brittany, and Border Collie. Which has fewer health issues?	The Hovawart is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Brittany 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?	Average The Hovawart should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Brittany 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: Hovawart vs Brittany vs Border Collie? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Hovawart vs Brittany vs Border Collie health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Underactive Thyroid	Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Epilepsy	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Collie Eye Anomaly Osteochondrosis Dissecans

Hovawart vs Brittany vs Border Collie Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between Hovawart, Brittany, and Border Collie. Which breed is most active?	Hovawart dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Brittany dogs are high-energy dogs.	Border Collie dogs are high-energy dogs.
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Hovawart vs Brittany vs Border Collie exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Hovawart or Brittany or Border Collie? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Hovawart dogs have an average exercise need.	Brittany dogs need a lot of exercises.	Border Collie dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Hovawart or Brittany or Border Collie?	Hovawart dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Brittany dogs don't need too much sleep.	Border Collie dogs don't need too much sleep.
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Hovawart vs Brittany vs Border Collie Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Hovawart, Brittany, and Border Collie. Which is most prone to obesity?	Average: The Hovawart has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Brittany has an 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 Hovawart, Brittany, and Border Collie. Which needs most food?	3 to 4 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.
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Hovawart vs Brittany vs Border Collie Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Hovawart, Brittany, 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 Hovawart, Brittany, and Border Collie. What colors are available?	Black Blonde Golden	White Orange Liver Roan	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 Hovawart, Brittany, and Border Collie. Which requires most maintenance?	Easy to groom: The Hovawart doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Brittany doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Border Collie requires average grooming effort. See more.
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Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Hovawart, Brittany, and Border Collie. Which drools least?	The Hovawart is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Brittany is a perfect example of a 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 Hovawart, Brittany, and Border Collie. Which has least natural smell?	Medium ⏺ The Hovawart has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Brittany has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Border Collie has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Hovawart, Brittany, and Border Collie. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Silky	Feathered	Dense Feathered Straight Short Moderately Long
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Hovawart, Brittany, and Border Collie. Which requires most frequent baths?	2-3 weeks Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks. 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 Hovawart or Brittany or Border Collie? Hovawart or Brittany or {name3 shedding:	Hovawart dogs shed moderately. See more.	Brittany dogs are low shedders. See more.	Border Collie dogs shed moderately. See more.
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Hovawart vs Brittany vs Border Collie Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between Hovawart, Brittany, and Border Collie. Which is best with kids?	Hovawart dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Brittany dogs are very 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?	Hovawart dogs are generally with other pets.	Brittany dogs are generally with other pets.	Border Collie dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Hovawart or Brittany or Border Collie? Which dog is more friendly?	Hovawart dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Brittany dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Hovawart or Brittany or Border Collie?	Hovawart dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Brittany dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards cats.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Hovawart or Brittany or Border Collie?	Hovawart dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Brittany dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Hovawart vs Brittany vs Border Collie?	Yes Hovawart dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Brittany 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 Hovawart is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Brittany 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?	Hovawarts are usually recommended for elderly people.	Brittanys are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Border Collies are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Hovawart vs Brittany vs Border Collie As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Hovawart, Brittany, 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 Hovawart, Brittany, and Border Collie. Which excels in therapy work?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a 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 Hovawart, Brittany, 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 Hovawart, Brittany, 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 Hovawart, Brittany, and Border Collie. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really Hovawart breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Brittany 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.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Hovawart, Brittany, and Border Collie. Which is best for draft work?	Yes 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 Hovawart, Brittany, 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.

Hovawart vs Brittany vs Border Collie Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Hovawart, Brittany, and Border Collie. Which has most puppies?	6-8 puppies	1-11 puppies, average 6	4-8 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Hovawart, Brittany, 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 Hovawart, Brittany, 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.

Hovawart vs Brittany vs Border Collie Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Hovawart, Brittany, and Border Collie. How are they classified?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1934 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1995 as a Herding breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Hovawart, Brittany, and Border Collie. How are they classified internationally?	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.	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 Hovawart, Brittany, and Border Collie. Which has most recognition?	American Canine Registry 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. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club Foundation Stock Service	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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