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Jack Russell Terrier vs Border Collie vs West Highland White Terrier Comparison - Dog breed selector: Jack or Sheepdog or Roseneath Terrier? Find the right dog for you

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Name Jack Russell Terrier Border Collie West Highland White Terrier
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Jack
Russell Terrier
Sheepdog
Scotch Sheep Dog
Roseneath Terrier
Westie
Westy
White Roseneath Terrier
Poltalloch Terrier
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Jack Russell Terrier vs Border Collie vs West Highland White Terrier breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Jack Russell Terrier vs Border Collie vs West Highland White Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Jack Russell Terrier or Border Collie or West Highland White Terrier? Which is the smallest dog, Jack Russell Terrier or Border Collie or West Highland White Terrier?
Small Large Small
Weight
Which is heavier, Jack Russell Terrier or Border Collie or Border Collie? Jack Russell Terrier vs Border Collie vs West Highland White Terrier weight comparison:
11-18 pounds (5-8 kg) Male: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg), Female: 27-42 pounds (12-19 kg) Male: 15-22 pounds (7-10 kg), Female: 13-16 pounds (6-7 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
14.5 pounds (6.5 kg) Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Female: 34.5 pounds (15.5 kg) Male: 18.5 pounds (8.5 kg), Female: 14.5 pounds (6.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Jack Russell Terrier or Border Collie or West Highland White Terrier? Jack Russell Terrier vs Border Collie vs West Highland White Terrier height comparison:
8-15 inches (20-38 cm) Male: 19-22 inches (48-56 cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46-53 cm) Male: 10-12 inches (25-30 cm), Female: 9-11 inches (23-28 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
11.5 inches (29 cm) Male: 20.5 inches (52 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (49.5 cm) Male: 11 inches (27.5 cm), Female: 10 inches (25.5 cm)

Jack Russell Terrier vs Border Collie vs West Highland White Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Jack Russell Terrier or Border Collie or West Highland White Terrier? Which is more expensive?
$700-$1000 $600-$800 $900-$1200
Availability
Which is easier to get, Jack Russell Terrier or Border Collie or West Highland White Terrier?
Very frequent: The Jack Russell Terrier is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Border Collie is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The West Highland White Terrier is quite easy to get.

Jack Russell Terrier vs Border Collie vs West Highland White Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Jack Russell Terrier vs Border Collie vs West Highland White Terrier intelligence:
Very smart: Jack Russell Terrier is an excellent dog breed.
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Outstanding: Border Collie is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Trainability
Jack Russell Terrier vs Border Collie vs West Highland White Terrier trainability comparison.
Jack Russell Terrier dogs are quite easy to train.
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Border Collie dogs are easy to train.
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West Highland White Terrier dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Jack Russell Terrier or Border Collie or West Highland White Terrier?
Jack Russell Terrier dogs are good watchdogs.
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Border Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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West Highland White Terrier dogs are average watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Jack Russell Terrier or Border Collie or West Highland White Terrier? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Jack Russell Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Border Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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West Highland White Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Jack Russell Terrier vs Border Collie vs West Highland White Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Jack Russell Terrier or Border Collie or West Highland White Terrier? Jack Russell Terrier vs Border Collie vs West Highland White Terrier behavior/temperament comparison:
Stubborn
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Cheerful
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Responsive
Loyal
Tenacious
Independent
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
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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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Jack Russell Terrier vs Border Collie vs West Highland White Terrier?
High: Jack Russell Terrier 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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Average to High: West Highland White Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Social Needs
Jack Russell Terrier vs Border Collie vs West Highland White Terrier social needs comparison:
Jack Russell Terrier dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Border Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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West Highland White Terrier dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
The wanderlust potential of the Jack Russell Terrier is strong enough to escape from home.
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Border Collie dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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West Highland White 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?
Jack Russell Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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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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West Highland White Terrier dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Jack Russell Terrier vs Border Collie vs West Highland White Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Jack Russell Terrier vs Border Collie vs West Highland White Terrier playfulness comparison:
The Jack Russell Terrier is a highly playful breed.
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The Border Collie is a highly playful breed.
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The West Highland White Terrier is a highly playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Jack Russell Terrier vs Border Collie vs West Highland White Terrier?
A lot: Jack Russell Terrier is a particularly loud breed.
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Low to Average: The Border Collie rarely barks.
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A lot: West Highland White Terrier is a particularly loud breed.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Jack Russell Terrier or Border Collie or West Highland White Terrier?
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Jack Russell Terrier breed.
It is not recommended to keep the Border Collie breed in the home.
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 West Highland White Terrier indoors.

Jack Russell Terrier vs Border Collie vs West Highland White Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Jack Russell Terrier 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.
West Highland White Terrier dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Jack Russell Terrier or Border Collie or West Highland White 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.
West Highland White Terrier 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.

Jack Russell Terrier vs Border Collie vs West Highland White Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Jack Russell Terrier or Border Collie or West Highland White Terrier?

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Jack Russell Terrier bite force: Weak.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Border Collie bite force: Ordinary.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

West Highland White Terrier bite force: Weak.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Jack Russell Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Border Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The West Highland White Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Jack Russell Terrier vs Border Collie vs West Highland White Terrier mouthiness comparison:
Jack Russell Terrier dogs have a higher 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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West Highland White Terrier dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Jack Russell Terrier vs Border Collie vs West Highland White Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Jack Russell Terrier vs Border Collie vs West Highland White Terrier health comparison. Which is the healthier: Jack Russell Terrier vs Border Collie vs West Highland White Terrier?
The Jack Russell Terrier 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.
Very healthy dog breed.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Jack Russell Terrier vs Border Collie vs West Highland White Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Jack Russell Terrier vs Border Collie vs West Highland White Terrier health problems comparison:
Legg-perthes Disease
Patellar Luxation
Deafness
Glaucoma
Lens Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Collie Eye Anomaly
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Cataracts
Legg-perthes Disease
Patellar Luxation
Craniomandibular Osteopathy
Globoid Cell Leukodystrophy
White Dog Shaker Syndrome
Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
Atopic Dermatitis
Hyperplastic Dermatosis
Pulmonary Fibrosis
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Jack Russell Terrier 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.
Rare
The West Highland White Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Life Expectancy
Jack Russell Terrier vs Border Collie vs West Highland White Terrier lifespan comparison. How long do Jack Russell Terrier, Border Collie and West Highland White Terrier breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
12-16 years
The average lifespan of Jack Russell Terrier: 14 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Border Collie: 13 years
12-16 years
The average lifespan of West Highland White Terrier: 14 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Jack Russell Terrier vs Border Collie vs West Highland White Terrier?
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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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 cold weather conditions
The West Highland White Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Jack Russell Terrier vs Border Collie vs West Highland White Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Jack Russell Terrier or Border Collie or West Highland White Terrier? Jack Russell Terrier vs Border Collie vs West Highland White Terrier energy level comparison:
Jack Russell Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.
Border Collie dogs are high-energy dogs.
West Highland White Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Jack Russell Terrier vs Border Collie vs West Highland White Terrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Jack Russell Terrier or Border Collie or West Highland White Terrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Jack Russell Terrier dogs need a lot of exercises.
Border Collie dogs need a lot of exercises.
West Highland White Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Jack Russell Terrier or Border Collie or West Highland White Terrier?
Jack Russell Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.
Border Collie dogs don't need too much sleep.
West Highland White Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.

Jack Russell Terrier vs Border Collie vs West Highland White Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Jack Russell Terrier or Border Collie or West Highland White Terrier?
1/4 to 1 cup 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. 1/2 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Jack Russell Terrier vs Border Collie vs West Highland White Terrier weight gain potential comparison:
Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Jack Russell Terrier's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average: The Border Collie has an average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the West Highland White Terrier's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Jack Russell Terrier vs Border Collie vs West Highland White Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Jack Russell Terrier vs Border Collie vs West Highland White Terrier coat comparison:
Rough Dense
Feathered
Straight
Short
Moderately Long
Dense
Colors
What are the original Jack Russell Terrier, Border Collie and West Highland White Terrier color?
Black
Tan
White
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
White
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Jack Russell Terrier or Border Collie or West Highland White Terrier? Jack Russell Terrier vs Border Collie vs West Highland White Terrier grooming comparison:
Easy to groom: The Jack Russell Terrier doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Average: The Border Collie requires average grooming effort.
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Advanced: The West Highland White Terrier requires a lot of grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Jack Russell Terrier or Border Collie or West Highland White Terrier? Jack Russell Terrier or Border Collie or {name3 shedding:
Jack Russell Terrier dogs are heavy shedders.
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Border Collie dogs shed moderately.
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West Highland White Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Jack Russell Terrier or Border Collie or West Highland White Terrier?
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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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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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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Hypoallergenic
Jack Russell Terrier vs Border Collie vs West Highland White Terrier hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Jack Russell Terrier vs Border Collie vs West Highland White Terrier?

Medium

The Jack Russell Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Border Collie has an average chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The West Highland White Terrier has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Jack Russell Terrier 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 West Highland White Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Jack Russell Terrier vs Border Collie vs West Highland White Terrier Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Jack Russell Terrier dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Border Collie dogs are generally with other pets.
West Highland White Terrier dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Jack Russell Terrier or Border Collie or West Highland White Terrier? Which dog is more friendly?
Jack Russell Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
West Highland White Terrier dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Jack Russell Terrier or Border Collie or West Highland White Terrier?
Jack Russell Terrier dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Border Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
West Highland White Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Jack Russell Terrier or Border Collie or West Highland White Terrier?
Jack Russell Terrier dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards cats.
West Highland White Terrier dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Jack Russell Terrier or Border Collie or West Highland White Terrier?
Jack Russell Terrier dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
West Highland White Terrier dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Jack Russell Terrier vs Border Collie vs West Highland White Terrier?
Yes
Jack Russell Terrier 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
West Highland White Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Jack Russell Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Border Collie is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
West Highland White Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Jack Russell Terriers are commonly okay with elderly people.
Border Collies are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
West Highland White Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.

Jack Russell Terrier vs Border Collie vs West Highland White Terrier 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.
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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 Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Jack Russell Terrier or Border Collie or West Highland White Terrier? Which is better for autism?

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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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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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.

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.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: Jack Russell Terrier vs Border Collie vs West Highland White Terrier?

Yes

Jack Russell Terrier breed usually likes 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

West Highland White Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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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.
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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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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.

Jack Russell Terrier vs Border Collie vs West Highland White Terrier 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.
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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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Litter Size
How many puppies can Jack Russell Terrier and Border Collie and West Highland White Terrier have?
4-8 puppies 4-8 puppies 2-5 puppies

Jack Russell Terrier vs Border Collie vs West Highland White Terrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2012 as a Terrier breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1995 as a Herding breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1908 as a Terrier breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Small sized Terriers section. 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 Small sized Terriers section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
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
Irish Kennel Club
Club Espanol De Terriers
Jack Russell Terrier Club Of America
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
Club Espanol De Terriers

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