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Kooikerhondje vs Australian Shepherd vs Border Collie Comparison - Dog breed selector: Nederlandse Kooikerhondje or Little Blue Dog or Sheepdog? Find the right dog for you

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Name Kooikerhondje Australian Shepherd Border Collie
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Kooikerhondje, Australian Shepherd, and Border Collie breeds.
Nederlandse Kooikerhondje
Small Dutch Waterfowl Dog
Kooiker Dog
Little Blue Dog
Aussie
Sheepdog
Scotch Sheep Dog
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Kooikerhondje, Australian Shepherd, and Border Collie? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Kooikerhondje vs Australian Shepherd vs Border Collie Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Kooikerhondje, Australian Shepherd, and Border Collie. Which breed is the largest?
Medium Large Large
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Kooikerhondje, Australian Shepherd, and Border Collie? Compare adult weight ranges.
20-40 pounds (9-18 kg) Male: 50-65 pounds (25-29 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg) Male: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg), Female: 27-42 pounds (12-19 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
30 pounds (13.5 kg) Male: 57.5 pounds (27 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg) Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Female: 34.5 pounds (15.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Kooikerhondje or Australian Shepherd or Border Collie? Kooikerhondje vs Australian Shepherd vs Border Collie height comparison:
14-16 inches (36-41 cm) Male: 20-23 inches (52-58cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46–53 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?
15 inches (38.5 cm) Male: 21.5 inches (55 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (46–53 cm) Male: 20.5 inches (52 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (49.5 cm)

Kooikerhondje vs Australian Shepherd vs Border Collie Price and Availability Comparison

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

Kooikerhondje vs Australian Shepherd vs Border Collie Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Kooikerhondje, Australian Shepherd, 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.
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Smart: The Australian Shepherd dogs have great intelligence.
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Outstanding: Border Collie is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Kooikerhondje, Australian Shepherd, and Border Collie. Which is easiest to train?
Kooikerhondje dogs are quite easy to train.
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Australian Shepherd dogs are very easy to train.
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Border Collie dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Kooikerhondje, Australian Shepherd, and Border Collie. Which breed is most alert?
Kooikerhondje dogs are good watchdogs.
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Australian Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Border Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Kooikerhondje, Australian Shepherd, and Border Collie. Which breed is most protective?
Kooikerhondje dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Australian Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Border Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Kooikerhondje vs Australian Shepherd vs Border Collie Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Kooikerhondje, Australian Shepherd, and Border Collie? Compare temperaments.
Loving
Alert
Intelligent
Territorial
Lively
Going
Cheerful
Active
Loving
Protective
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Good-natured
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.
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Sensitive: Australian Shepherd dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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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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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Kooikerhondje vs Australian Shepherd vs Border Collie?
High: Kooikerhondje dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: Australian Shepherd dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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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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Social Needs
Kooikerhondje vs Australian Shepherd vs Border Collie social needs comparison:
Kooikerhondje dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Australian Shepherd dogs are a social breed.
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Border Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Kooikerhondje dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Australian Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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Border Collie dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Kooikerhondje 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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Australian Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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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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Kooikerhondje vs Australian Shepherd vs Border Collie Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Kooikerhondje, Australian Shepherd, and Border Collie. Which breed is most vocal?
Average: The Kooikerhondje barks occasionally.
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Low to Average: The Australian Shepherd rarely barks.
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Low to Average: The Border Collie rarely barks.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Kooikerhondje, Australian Shepherd, and Border Collie. Which breed is most playful?
The Kooikerhondje is a highly playful breed.
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The Australian Shepherd is a highly playful breed.
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The Border Collie is a highly playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Kooikerhondje, Australian Shepherd, and Border Collie. Which adapts best to small spaces?
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 Kooikerhondje indoors.
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 Australian Shepherd indoors.
It is not recommended to keep the Border Collie breed in the home.

Kooikerhondje vs Australian Shepherd vs Border Collie Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Kooikerhondje, Australian Shepherd, and Border Collie. Which breed is most flexible?
Kooikerhondje dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Australian Shepherd 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: Kooikerhondje or Australian Shepherd or Border Collie?
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Australian Shepherd dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.
Border Collie dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Kooikerhondje vs Australian Shepherd vs Border Collie Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Kooikerhondje, Australian Shepherd, and Border Collie. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The Kooikerhondje has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Australian Shepherd has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Border Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Kooikerhondje, Australian Shepherd, and Border Collie. Which uses mouth most during play?
Kooikerhondje dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Australian Shepherd 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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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Kooikerhondje, Australian Shepherd, and Border Collie. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Kooikerhondje bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Australian Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Border Collie bite force: Ordinary.

Kooikerhondje vs Australian Shepherd vs Border Collie Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Kooikerhondje, Australian Shepherd, and Border Collie. Which breed lives longest?
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Kooikerhondje: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Australian Shepherd: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Border Collie: 13 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Kooikerhondje, Australian Shepherd, and Border Collie. Which handles climate changes best?
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Kooikerhondje 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 Australian Shepherd 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 Border Collie can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Kooikerhondje, Australian Shepherd, and Border Collie. Which has fewer health issues?
The Kooikerhondje is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Australian Shepherd 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.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Kooikerhondje should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Australian Shepherd 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.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Kooikerhondje vs Australian Shepherd vs Border Collie? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Kooikerhondje vs Australian Shepherd vs Border Collie health problems comparison:
Cataracts
Luxating Patella
Von Willebrand's Disease
Epilepsy
Kidney Issues
Hereditary Necrotising Myelopathy
Myositis
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Cancer
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Deafness
Drug Sensitivity
Elbow Dysplasia
Distichiasis
Collie Eye Anomaly
Detached Retina
Nasal Solar Dermatitis
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Persistent Pupillary Membranes
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Collie Eye Anomaly
Osteochondrosis Dissecans

Kooikerhondje vs Australian Shepherd vs Border Collie Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Kooikerhondje vs Australian Shepherd vs Border Collie Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Kooikerhondje, Australian Shepherd, and Border Collie. Which is most prone to obesity?
Average: The Kooikerhondje has an average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Australian Shepherd'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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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Kooikerhondje, Australian Shepherd, and Border Collie. Which needs most food?
1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1.5 to 2.5 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.

Kooikerhondje vs Australian Shepherd vs Border Collie Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Kooikerhondje, Australian Shepherd, and Border Collie. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Kooikerhondje, Australian Shepherd, and Border Collie. What colors are available?
Red
White
Orange
Black
Red
Blue
Merle
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 Kooikerhondje, Australian Shepherd, and Border Collie. Which requires most maintenance?
Easy to groom: The Kooikerhondje doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Average: The Australian Shepherd requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Border Collie requires average grooming effort.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Kooikerhondje, Australian Shepherd, and Border Collie. Which drools least?
The Kooikerhondje is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Australian Shepherd 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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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Kooikerhondje, Australian Shepherd, and Border Collie. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The Kooikerhondje has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Australian Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Border Collie has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Kooikerhondje, Australian Shepherd, and Border Collie. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Waterproof
Wavy
Thick
Straight
Feathered Dense
Feathered
Straight
Short
Moderately Long
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Kooikerhondje, Australian Shepherd, and Border Collie. Which requires most frequent baths?
3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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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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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Kooikerhondje or Australian Shepherd or Border Collie? Kooikerhondje or Australian Shepherd or {name3 shedding:
Kooikerhondje dogs shed moderately.
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Australian Shepherd dogs shed moderately.
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Border Collie dogs shed moderately.
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Kooikerhondje vs Australian Shepherd vs Border Collie Good With Comparison

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

Kooikerhondje vs Australian Shepherd vs Border Collie As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Kooikerhondje, Australian Shepherd, and Border Collie. Which is best suited for service work?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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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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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Kooikerhondje, Australian Shepherd, and Border Collie. Which excels in therapy work?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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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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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Kooikerhondje, Australian Shepherd, 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 Kooikerhondje, Australian Shepherd, 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 Kooikerhondje, Australian Shepherd, and Border Collie. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

Kooikerhondje breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Australian Shepherd breed usually doesn't like 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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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Kooikerhondje, Australian Shepherd, and Border Collie. Which is best for draft work?

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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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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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Kooikerhondje, Australian Shepherd, 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.

Kooikerhondje vs Australian Shepherd vs Border Collie Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Kooikerhondje, Australian Shepherd, and Border Collie. Which has most puppies?
5-7 puppies 6-9 puppies, average 7 4-8 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Kooikerhondje, Australian Shepherd, and Border Collie. Any breeding differences?
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Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Kooikerhondje, Australian Shepherd, and Border Collie. What's recommended?

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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Kooikerhondje vs Australian Shepherd vs Border Collie Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Kooikerhondje, Australian Shepherd, and Border Collie. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2018 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1991 as a Herding breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1995 as a Herding breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Kooikerhondje, Australian Shepherd, and Border Collie. How are they classified internationally?
Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs 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 Kooikerhondje, Australian Shepherd, and Border Collie. Which has most recognition?
American Canine Registry
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
United Kennel Club
American Rare Breed Association
Foundation Stock Service
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Australian Shepherd 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

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