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Name	Kangal Dog	Pug	Border Collie
Origins	Turkey	China	England Scotland Wales
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Companion Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
Popularity Rank	492	31	38
Reviews	13	13	13
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Kangal Shepherd Dog Sivas Kangal Turkish Kangal Kangal Coban Kopegi	Carlin Chinese Pug Dutch Bulldog Dutch Mastiff Mini Mastiff Mops	Sheepdog Scotch Sheep Dog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Kangal Dog vs Pug vs Border Collie breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Kangal Dog vs Pug vs Border Collie Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Kangal Dog or Pug or Border Collie? Which is the smallest dog, Kangal Dog or Pug or Border Collie?	Giant	Small	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Kangal Dog or Pug or Pug? Kangal Dog vs Pug vs Border Collie weight comparison:	Male: 110-145 pounds (50-66 kg), Female: 90-120 pounds (41-54 kg)	Male: 13-20 pounds (6-9 kg), Female: 13-18 pounds (6-8 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?	Male: 127.5 pounds (58 kg), Female: 105 pounds (47.5 kg)	Male: 16.5 pounds (7.5 kg), Female: 15.5 pounds (7 kg)	Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Female: 34.5 pounds (15.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Kangal Dog or Pug or Border Collie? Kangal Dog vs Pug vs Border Collie height comparison:	Male: 30-32 inches (77-86 cm), Female: 28-30 inches (72-77 cm)	Male: 12-14 inches (30-36 cm), Female: 10-12 inches (25-30 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?	Male: 31 inches (81.5 cm), Female: 29 inches (74.5 cm)	Male: 13 inches (33 cm), Female: 11 inches (27.5 cm)	Male: 20.5 inches (52 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (49.5 cm)

Kangal Dog vs Pug vs Border Collie Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Kangal Dog or Pug or Border Collie? Which is more expensive?	$600-$800	$300-$500	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Kangal Dog or Pug 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 Pug is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Border Collie is quite easy to get.

Kangal Dog vs Pug vs Border Collie Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Kangal Dog vs Pug vs Border Collie intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Outstanding: Border Collie is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Kangal Dog vs Pug vs Border Collie trainability comparison.	Kangal Dog dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.	Border Collie dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Kangal Dog or Pug or Border Collie?	Kangal Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Pug dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Border Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Kangal Dog or Pug or Border Collie? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Kangal Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Pug dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Border Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Kangal Dog vs Pug vs Border Collie Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Kangal Dog or Pug or Border Collie? Kangal Dog vs Pug vs Border Collie behavior/temperament comparison:	Independent Protective Alert Sensitive Selfish Calm Controlled	Playful Courageous Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Loyal Gentle Going Cheerful	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.	Pug dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. 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: Kangal Dog vs Pug vs Border Collie?	High: Kangal Dog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Pug 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.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Kangal Dog vs Pug vs Border Collie social needs comparison:	Kangal Dog dogs are known to be antisocial. See more.	Pug 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?	Kangal Dog dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Pug dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. 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?	Kangal Dog 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.	Pug 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.	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

Kangal Dog vs Pug vs Border Collie Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Kangal Dog vs Pug vs Border Collie playfulness comparison:	Average: Kangal Dogs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Pugs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Border Collie is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Kangal Dog vs Pug vs Border Collie?	Low to Average: The Kangal Dog rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Pug barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Border Collie rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Kangal Dog or Pug or Border Collie?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Kangal Dog breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Pug breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Border Collie breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Kangal Dog vs Pug vs Border Collie Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Kangal Dog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Pug 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.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Kangal Dog or Pug or Border Collie?	Kangal Dog dogs love being alone, they need their own free time.	Pug 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.

Kangal Dog vs Pug vs Border Collie Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Kangal Dog or Pug or Border Collie?	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Kangal Dog bite force: The Strongest.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Pug bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Border Collie bite force: Ordinary.
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 Kangal Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Pug has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Border Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Kangal Dog vs Pug vs Border Collie mouthiness comparison:	Kangal Dog dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Pug dogs have a lower 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.

Kangal Dog vs Pug vs Border Collie Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Kangal Dog vs Pug vs Border Collie health comparison. Which is the healthier: Kangal Dog vs Pug vs Border Collie?	The Kangal Dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Very healthy dog breed.	The Border Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Kangal Dog vs Pug vs Border Collie? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Kangal Dog vs Pug vs Border Collie health problems comparison:	Fatty Tumors	Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Allergies Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Entropion Vaccination Sensitivity Demodectic Mange Distichiasis Corneal Ulcers Dry Eye Hemi-vertebrae Cheyletiella Dermatitis Nerve Degeneration Proptosis Pug Dog Encephalitis Staphylococcus Infection Yeast Infection	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Collie Eye Anomaly Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Kangal Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Pug should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Border Collie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Kangal Dog vs Pug vs Border Collie lifespan comparison. How long do Kangal Dog, Pug and Border Collie breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Kangal Dog: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Pug: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Border Collie: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Kangal Dog vs Pug vs Border Collie?	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.

Kangal Dog vs Pug vs Border Collie Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Kangal Dog vs Pug vs Border Collie Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Kangal Dog or Pug or Border Collie?	8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Kangal Dog vs Pug vs Border Collie weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Kangal Dog's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	High: The Pug breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average: The Border Collie has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Kangal Dog vs Pug vs Border Collie Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Kangal Dog vs Pug vs Border Collie coat comparison:	Dense Double	Fine	Dense Feathered Straight Short Moderately Long
Colors What are the original Kangal Dog, Pug and Border Collie color?	Black Gray Cream	Black Fawn	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 Which dog is easy to maintain, Kangal Dog or Pug or Border Collie? Kangal Dog vs Pug vs Border Collie grooming comparison:	Average: The Kangal Dog requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The Pug requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The Border Collie requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Kangal Dog or Pug or Border Collie? Kangal Dog or Pug or {name3 shedding:	Kangal Dog dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Pug dogs shed above average. See more.	Border Collie 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: Kangal Dog or Pug or Border Collie?	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.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Kangal Dog vs Pug vs Border Collie 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, Kangal Dog vs Pug vs Border Collie?	Medium ⏺ The Kangal Dog has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Pug has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Border Collie has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Kangal Dog drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.	The Pug 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.

Kangal Dog vs Pug vs Border Collie Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Kangal Dog dogs are generally with other pets.	Pug dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Border Collie dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Kangal Dog or Pug or Border Collie? Which dog is more friendly?	Kangal Dog dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Pug dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Kangal Dog or Pug or Border Collie?	Kangal Dog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Pug dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Border Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Kangal Dog or Pug or Border Collie?	Kangal Dog dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Pug dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Kangal Dog or Pug or Border Collie?	Kangal Dog dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Pug 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: Kangal Dog vs Pug vs Border Collie?	Yes Kangal Dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	No Pug dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn 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 Kangal Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Pug 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?	Kangal Dogs are usually recommended for elderly people.	Pugs are usually recommended for elderly people.	Border Collies are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Kangal Dog vs Pug vs Border Collie 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.	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 Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Kangal Dog or Pug or Border Collie? 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.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
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.	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 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.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Kangal Dog vs Pug vs Border Collie?	Not really Kangal Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Pug 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.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	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.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	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.

Kangal Dog vs Pug vs Border Collie 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 Kangal Dog and Pug and Border Collie have?	5-10 puppies	2-4 puppies	4-8 puppies
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Kangal Dog vs Pug vs Border Collie Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Toy breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1995 as a Herding breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Small Molossian type Dogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National 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 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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