Kooikerhondje vs English Shepherd Comparison – Which dog is better Nederlandse Kooikerhondje or Farm Collie?

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Name	Kooikerhondje	English Shepherd
Origins	Netherlands	England
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Group	Gun Dog	Working Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Kooikerhondje and English Shepherd. What other names are these breeds known by?	Nederlandse Kooikerhondje Small Dutch Waterfowl Dog Kooiker Dog	Farm Collie
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Kooikerhondje and an English Shepherd. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Purebred

Kooikerhondje vs English Shepherd Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Kooikerhondje or an English Shepherd? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Medium	Medium
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Kooikerhondje and an English Shepherd. Which breed is heavier?	20-40 pounds (9-18 kg)	Male: 45-60 pounds (21-28 kg), Female: 40-50 pounds (18-23 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	30 pounds (13.5 kg)	Male: 52.5 pounds (24.5 kg), Female: 45 pounds (20.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Kooikerhondje or English Shepherd? Is a Kooikerhondje taller than an English Shepherd?	14-16 inches (36-41 cm)	18-23 inches (46-58 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	15 inches (38.5 cm)	20.5 inches (52 cm)

Kooikerhondje vs English Shepherd Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Kooikerhondje and an English Shepherd. Which breed costs more?	$600-$800	$800-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Kooikerhondje or English Shepherd?	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Average: The English Shepherd is a commonly available dog breed.

Kooikerhondje vs English Shepherd Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Kooikerhondje or an English Shepherd? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a Kooikerhondje or an English Shepherd? Compare training requirements.	Kooikerhondje dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	English Shepherd dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: a Kooikerhondje or an English Shepherd? Compare alertness levels.	Kooikerhondje dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	English Shepherd dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Kooikerhondje or an English Shepherd? Compare territorial behaviors.	Kooikerhondje dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	English Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Kooikerhondje vs English Shepherd Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Kooikerhondje and an English Shepherd. How do their temperaments differ?	Loving Alert Intelligent Territorial Lively Going Cheerful	Playful Independent Energetic Alert Courageous Intelligent Friendly Responsive Adaptable
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Kooikerhondje vs English Shepherd?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: English Shepherd 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: Kooikerhondje vs English Shepherd?	High: Kooikerhondje dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: English Shepherd dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Kooikerhondje vs English Shepherd social needs comparison:	Kooikerhondje dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	English Shepherd dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Kooikerhondje vs English Shepherd?	Kooikerhondje dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	English Shepherd dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Kooikerhondje vs English Shepherd? 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. See more.	English Shepherd dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Kooikerhondje vs English Shepherd Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Kooikerhondje or an English Shepherd? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Average: The Kooikerhondje barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The English Shepherd rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: a Kooikerhondje or an English Shepherd? Compare play drive and energy.	The Kooikerhondje is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: English Shepherds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a Kooikerhondje or an English Shepherd? Compare living space needs.	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 English Shepherd breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Kooikerhondje vs English Shepherd Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a Kooikerhondje or an English Shepherd? Compare adaptability levels.	Kooikerhondje dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	English Shepherd dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Kooikerhondje or English Shepherd?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	English Shepherd dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Kooikerhondje vs English Shepherd Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: a Kooikerhondje or an English Shepherd? Compare biting tendencies.	Low 🔽 The Kooikerhondje has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The English Shepherd has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: a Kooikerhondje or an English Shepherd? Compare mouthing behaviors.	Kooikerhondje dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	English Shepherd dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: a Kooikerhondje or an English Shepherd? Compare bite force PSI.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Kooikerhondje bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ English Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Kooikerhondje vs English Shepherd Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Kooikerhondje or an English Shepherd? Compare average lifespans.	12-14 years The average lifespan of Kooikerhondje: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of English Shepherd: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Kooikerhondje or an English Shepherd? Compare climate tolerances.	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. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The English Shepherd can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between a Kooikerhondje and an English Shepherd. Which breed is healthier?	The Kooikerhondje is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	English Shepherds tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Kooikerhondje vs English Shepherd?	Average The Kooikerhondje should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The English Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Kooikerhondje vs English Shepherd? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Kooikerhondje vs English Shepherd health problems comparison:	Cataracts Luxating Patella Von Willebrand's Disease Epilepsy Kidney Issues Hereditary Necrotising Myelopathy Myositis	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Drug Sensitivity Collie Eye Anomaly

Kooikerhondje vs English Shepherd Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: a Kooikerhondje or an English Shepherd? Compare activity levels.	Kooikerhondje dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	English Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Kooikerhondje vs English Shepherd exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Kooikerhondje or English Shepherd? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Kooikerhondje dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	English Shepherd dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Kooikerhondje or English Shepherd?	Kooikerhondje dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	English Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Kooikerhondje vs English Shepherd Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Kooikerhondje or an English Shepherd? Compare obesity risks.	Average: The Kooikerhondje has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the English Shepherd's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Food Consumption Which eats more: a Kooikerhondje or an English Shepherd? Compare daily food needs.	1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	3 to 4.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Kooikerhondje vs English Shepherd Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Kooikerhondje or an English Shepherd? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors What color variations exist for Kooikerhondje and English Shepherd? Compare breed colors.	Red White Orange	Black Tan White Brown Sable Yellow Brindle Tricolor
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Kooikerhondje or an English Shepherd? Compare maintenance needs.	Easy to groom: The Kooikerhondje doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The English Shepherd doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: a Kooikerhondje or an English Shepherd? Compare drooling amounts.	The Kooikerhondje is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The English Shepherd 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.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a Kooikerhondje or an English Shepherd? Compare natural smell levels.	Medium ⏺ The Kooikerhondje has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The English Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Kooikerhondje and an English Shepherd? Compare fur types.	Waterproof Wavy Thick Straight	Fluffy Silky
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Kooikerhondje or an English Shepherd? Compare bathing frequencies.	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.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Kooikerhondje or English Shepherd? Do Kooikerhondje dogs shed more than English Shepherd dogs?	Kooikerhondje dogs shed moderately. See more.	English Shepherd dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Kooikerhondje vs English Shepherd Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a Kooikerhondje or an English Shepherd? Compare kid-friendliness.	Kooikerhondje dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	English Shepherd dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Kooikerhondje dogs are generally with other pets.	English Shepherd dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Kooikerhondje or English Shepherd? Which dog is more friendly?	Kooikerhondje dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	English Shepherd dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Kooikerhondje or English Shepherd?	Kooikerhondje dogs are average friendly towards cats.	English Shepherd dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Kooikerhondje or English Shepherd? Can a Kooikerhondje and an English Shepherd be friends? Do Kooikerhondje dogs get along with English Shepherd dogs?	Kooikerhondje dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	English Shepherd dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Kooikerhondje vs English Shepherd?	Yes Kooikerhondje dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes English Shepherd 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 English Shepherd 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.	English Shepherds are usually recommended for elderly people.

Kooikerhondje vs English Shepherd As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Kooikerhondje or an English Shepherd? Compare service capabilities.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Which is better for therapy work: a Kooikerhondje or an English Shepherd? Compare therapy capabilities.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: a Kooikerhondje or an English Shepherd? Compare scenting abilities.	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.
Search & Rescue Potential Which is better for search and rescue: a Kooikerhondje or an English Shepherd? Compare SAR abilities.	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.
Maritime Work Ability Which is better on boats: a Kooikerhondje or an English Shepherd? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really Kooikerhondje breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really English Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a Kooikerhondje or an English Shepherd? Compare draft work capabilities.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Military Service Background Compare military history between Kooikerhondje and English Shepherd. Which has stronger military background?	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 English Shepherd Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Kooikerhondje and English Shepherd. Which has larger litters?	5-7 puppies	5-8 puppies, average 6
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Kooikerhondje and English Shepherd breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Kooikerhondje and English Shepherd. Which needs longer recovery?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Kooikerhondje vs English Shepherd Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Kooikerhondje and English Shepherd. Which groups do they belong to?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2018 as a Sporting breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Kooikerhondje and English Shepherd. Which groups are they in?	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Kooikerhondje and English Shepherd. Which is more widely recognized?	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 America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club United Kennel Club Animal Research Foundation

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