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Kooikerhondje vs Border Collie vs Schipperke Comparison - Dog breed selector: Nederlandse Kooikerhondje or Sheepdog or Spits? Find the right dog for you

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Name Kooikerhondje Border Collie Schipperke
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Group Gun Dog Pastoral / Herding Dogs Companion Dogs
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Nederlandse Kooikerhondje
Small Dutch Waterfowl Dog
Kooiker Dog
Sheepdog
Scotch Sheep Dog
Spits
Spitske
Spitzke
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Kooikerhondje vs Border Collie vs Schipperke breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Kooikerhondje vs Border Collie vs Schipperke Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Kooikerhondje or Border Collie or Schipperke? Which is the smallest dog, Kooikerhondje or Border Collie or Schipperke?
Medium Large Small
Weight
Which is heavier, Kooikerhondje or Border Collie or Border Collie? Kooikerhondje vs Border Collie vs Schipperke weight comparison:
20-40 pounds (9-18 kg) Male: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg), Female: 27-42 pounds (12-19 kg) 12-18 pounds (5.5-8 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
30 pounds (13.5 kg) Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Female: 34.5 pounds (15.5 kg) 15 pounds (5.6.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Kooikerhondje or Border Collie or Schipperke? Kooikerhondje vs Border Collie vs Schipperke height comparison:
14-16 inches (36-41 cm) Male: 19-22 inches (48-56 cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46-53 cm) 10-13 inches (21-33 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
15 inches (38.5 cm) Male: 20.5 inches (52 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (49.5 cm) 11.5 inches (27 cm)

Kooikerhondje vs Border Collie vs Schipperke Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Kooikerhondje or Border Collie or Schipperke? Which is more expensive?
$600-$800 $600-$800 $600-$1000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Kooikerhondje or Border Collie or Schipperke?
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 Border Collie is quite easy to get.
Frequent: The Schipperke is easier than average to get.

Kooikerhondje vs Border Collie vs Schipperke Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

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

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Kooikerhondje or Border Collie or Schipperke? Kooikerhondje vs Border Collie vs Schipperke behavior/temperament comparison:
Loving
Alert
Intelligent
Territorial
Lively
Going
Cheerful
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Responsive
Loyal
Tenacious
Curious
Independent
Agile
Intelligent
Confident
Fearless
Faithful
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: Kooikerhondje vs Border Collie vs Schipperke?
High: Kooikerhondje 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: Schipperke dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Social Needs
Kooikerhondje vs Border Collie vs Schipperke social needs comparison:
Kooikerhondje dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Border Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Schipperke dogs need for social interaction is average.
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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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Border Collie dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Schipperke dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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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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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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Schipperke dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Kooikerhondje vs Border Collie vs Schipperke Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Kooikerhondje vs Border Collie vs Schipperke playfulness comparison:
The Kooikerhondje is a highly playful breed.
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The Border Collie is a highly playful breed.
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The Schipperke is a highly playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Kooikerhondje vs Border Collie vs Schipperke?
Average: The Kooikerhondje barks occasionally.
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Low to Average: The Border Collie rarely barks.
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Low: The Schipperke barks none to minimal.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Kooikerhondje or Border Collie or Schipperke?
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 recommended to keep the Border Collie breed in the home.
It is not recommended to keep the Schipperke breed in the home.

Kooikerhondje vs Border Collie vs Schipperke Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Kooikerhondje 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.
Schipperke dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Kooikerhondje or Border Collie or Schipperke?
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.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Kooikerhondje vs Border Collie vs Schipperke Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Kooikerhondje or Border Collie or Schipperke?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Kooikerhondje bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Border Collie bite force: Ordinary.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Schipperke bite force: Weak.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Kooikerhondje has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Border Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Schipperke has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Kooikerhondje vs Border Collie vs Schipperke mouthiness comparison:
Kooikerhondje dogs have an 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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Schipperke dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Kooikerhondje vs Border Collie vs Schipperke Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Kooikerhondje vs Border Collie vs Schipperke health comparison. Which is the healthier: Kooikerhondje vs Border Collie vs Schipperke?
The Kooikerhondje 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.
The Schipperke is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Kooikerhondje vs Border Collie vs Schipperke? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Kooikerhondje vs Border Collie vs Schipperke health problems comparison:
Cataracts
Luxating Patella
Von Willebrand's Disease
Epilepsy
Kidney Issues
Hereditary Necrotising Myelopathy
Myositis
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Collie Eye Anomaly
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
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Veterinarian Visits
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 Border Collie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Schipperke should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Kooikerhondje vs Border Collie vs Schipperke lifespan comparison. How long do Kooikerhondje, Border Collie and Schipperke breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Kooikerhondje: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Border Collie: 13 years
13-15 years
The average lifespan of Schipperke: 14 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Kooikerhondje vs Border Collie vs Schipperke?
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 Border Collie can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Kooikerhondje vs Border Collie vs Schipperke Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Kooikerhondje vs Border Collie vs Schipperke Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Kooikerhondje or Border Collie or Schipperke?
1 to 2 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. 1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Kooikerhondje vs Border Collie vs Schipperke weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The Kooikerhondje has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Border Collie has an average risk for obesity.
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High: The Schipperke breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Kooikerhondje vs Border Collie vs Schipperke Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Kooikerhondje vs Border Collie vs Schipperke coat comparison:
Waterproof
Wavy
Thick
Straight
Dense
Feathered
Straight
Short
Moderately Long
Fluffy
Soft
Thick
Colors
What are the original Kooikerhondje, Border Collie and Schipperke color?
Red
White
Orange
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
Black
Tan
Blue
Cream
Brown
Apricot
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Kooikerhondje or Border Collie or Schipperke? Kooikerhondje vs Border Collie vs Schipperke grooming comparison:
Easy to groom: The Kooikerhondje doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Average: The Border Collie requires average grooming effort.
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Easy to groom: The Schipperke doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Kooikerhondje or Border Collie or Schipperke? Kooikerhondje or Border Collie or {name3 shedding:
Kooikerhondje dogs shed moderately.
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Border Collie dogs shed moderately.
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Schipperke dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Kooikerhondje or Border Collie or Schipperke?
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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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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Hypoallergenic
Kooikerhondje vs Border Collie vs Schipperke 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, Kooikerhondje vs Border Collie vs Schipperke?

Medium

The Kooikerhondje has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Border Collie has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Schipperke has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Kooikerhondje 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 Schipperke is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Kooikerhondje vs Border Collie vs Schipperke Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Kooikerhondje dogs are generally with other pets.
Border Collie dogs are generally with other pets.
Schipperke dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Kooikerhondje or Border Collie or Schipperke? Which dog is more friendly?
Kooikerhondje dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Schipperke dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Kooikerhondje or Border Collie or Schipperke?
Kooikerhondje dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Border Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Schipperke dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Kooikerhondje or Border Collie or Schipperke?
Kooikerhondje dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Schipperke dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Kooikerhondje or Border Collie or Schipperke?
Kooikerhondje dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Schipperke dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Kooikerhondje vs Border Collie vs Schipperke?
Yes
Kooikerhondje 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
Schipperke 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
Border Collie is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Schipperke 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.
Border Collies are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Schipperkes are usually recommended for elderly people.

Kooikerhondje vs Border Collie vs Schipperke 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: Kooikerhondje or Border Collie or Schipperke? 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: Kooikerhondje vs Border Collie vs Schipperke?

Not really

Kooikerhondje 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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Yes

Schipperke breed usually likes 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.

Kooikerhondje vs Border Collie vs Schipperke 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 Kooikerhondje and Border Collie and Schipperke have?
5-7 puppies 4-8 puppies 3-7 puppies

Kooikerhondje vs Border Collie vs Schipperke Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2018 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1995 as a Herding breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1904 as a Non-Sporting breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
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.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
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.
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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