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Name	Majorca Shepherd Dog	Azawakh	Rough Collie
Origins	Spain	Mali	Scotland
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
Popularity Rank	227	492	40
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Ca de bestiar (Catalan) Perro de pastor Mallorquin Majorca Sheepdog	Bareeru Hanshee Oska Rawondu Tuareg Sloughi Wulo Idi	English Collie Lassie Dog Long-Haired Collie Scottish Collie Collie
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Majorca Shepherd Dog vs Azawakh vs Rough Collie breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Majorca Shepherd Dog vs Azawakh vs Rough Collie Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Majorca Shepherd Dog or Azawakh or Rough Collie? Which is the smallest dog, Majorca Shepherd Dog or Azawakh or Rough Collie?	Large	Large	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Majorca Shepherd Dog or Azawakh or Azawakh? Majorca Shepherd Dog vs Azawakh vs Rough Collie weight comparison:	75-90 pounds (34-40 kg)	Male: 44–55 pounds (20–25 kg), Female: 33–44 pounds (15–20 kg)	Male: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg), Female: 53-65 pounds (24-29 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	82.5 pounds (37 kg)	Male: 44–55 pounds (20–25 kg), Female: 33–44 pounds (15–20 kg)	Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26 kg)
Height Which is taller, Majorca Shepherd Dog or Azawakh or Rough Collie? Majorca Shepherd Dog vs Azawakh vs Rough Collie height comparison:	Male: 24-26 inches (60-67 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (56-62 cm)	Male: 25–29 inches (64–74 cm), Female: 24–28 inches (60–70 cm)	Male: 24–26 inch (60–66 cm), Female: 22–24 inch (55–61 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 25 inch (63 cm), Female: 23 inch (58 cm)	Male: 25–29 inches (64–74 cm), Female: 24–28 inches (60–70 cm)	Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm)

Majorca Shepherd Dog vs Azawakh vs Rough Collie Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Majorca Shepherd Dog or Azawakh or Rough Collie? Which is more expensive?	Unknown	$600-$800	$400-$600
Availability Which is easier to get, Majorca Shepherd Dog or Azawakh or Rough Collie?	Average: The Majorca Shepherd Dog is a commonly available dog breed.	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 Rough Collie is quite easy to get.

Majorca Shepherd Dog vs Azawakh vs Rough Collie Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Majorca Shepherd Dog vs Azawakh vs Rough Collie intelligence:	Smart: The Majorca Shepherd Dog dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Very smart: Rough Collie is an excellent dog breed. See more.
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Trainability Majorca Shepherd Dog vs Azawakh vs Rough Collie trainability comparison.	Majorca Shepherd Dog dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Azawakh dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Rough Collie dogs are very easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Majorca Shepherd Dog or Azawakh or Rough Collie?	Majorca Shepherd Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Azawakh dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Rough Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Majorca Shepherd Dog or Azawakh or Rough Collie? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Majorca Shepherd Dog dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Azawakh dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Rough Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Majorca Shepherd Dog vs Azawakh vs Rough Collie Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Majorca Shepherd Dog or Azawakh or Rough Collie? Majorca Shepherd Dog vs Azawakh vs Rough Collie behavior/temperament comparison:	Energetic Protective Courageous	Aloof Affectionate Loyal Attentive Refined Fierce Rugged	Protective Intelligent Friendly Responsive Docile Obedient Loyal Gentle Social Elegant Hard working Herding
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Azawakh dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Sensitive: Rough 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: Majorca Shepherd Dog vs Azawakh vs Rough Collie?	High: Majorca Shepherd Dog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Azawakh dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Rough Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Majorca Shepherd Dog vs Azawakh vs Rough Collie social needs comparison:	Majorca Shepherd Dog dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Azawakh dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Rough Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Majorca Shepherd Dog dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Azawakh dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Rough Collie dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Their prey drive is low. See more.	Azawakh dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Rough Collie dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Majorca Shepherd Dog vs Azawakh vs Rough Collie Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Majorca Shepherd Dog vs Azawakh vs Rough Collie playfulness comparison:	The Majorca Shepherd Dog is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Azawakhs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Rough Collie is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Majorca Shepherd Dog vs Azawakh vs Rough Collie?	A lot: Majorca Shepherd Dog is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Low to Average: The Azawakh rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Rough 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 Majorca Shepherd Dog or Azawakh or Rough Collie?	It is not recommended to keep the Majorca Shepherd Dog breed in the home.	Very house-friendly dog the Azawakh breed.	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 Rough Collie indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Majorca Shepherd Dog vs Azawakh vs Rough Collie Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Majorca Shepherd Dog dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Azawakh dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Rough Collie dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Majorca Shepherd Dog or Azawakh or Rough Collie?	Majorca Shepherd Dog 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.	Rough Collie dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Majorca Shepherd Dog vs Azawakh vs Rough Collie Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Majorca Shepherd Dog or Azawakh or Rough Collie?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Majorca Shepherd Dog bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Azawakh bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Rough 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 Majorca Shepherd Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Azawakh has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Rough Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Majorca Shepherd Dog vs Azawakh vs Rough Collie mouthiness comparison:	Majorca Shepherd Dog dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Azawakh dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Rough Collie dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Majorca Shepherd Dog vs Azawakh vs Rough Collie Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Majorca Shepherd Dog vs Azawakh vs Rough Collie health comparison. Which is the healthier: Majorca Shepherd Dog vs Azawakh vs Rough Collie?	The Majorca Shepherd Dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Azawakh is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Rough Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Majorca Shepherd Dog vs Azawakh vs Rough Collie? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Majorca Shepherd Dog vs Azawakh vs Rough Collie health problems comparison:	No data available	Hypothyroidism Bloat Heart Problems Skin Allergies Anesthesia Sensitivity Autoimmune Thyroiditis Eosinophilic Myositus Idiopathic Epilepsy Lacerations Seizures Wobbler's Syndrome	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Drug Sensitivity Collie Eye Anomaly Gray Collie Syndrome
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Majorca Shepherd Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Azawakh should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Rough Collie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Majorca Shepherd Dog vs Azawakh vs Rough Collie lifespan comparison. How long do Majorca Shepherd Dog, Azawakh and Rough Collie breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-13 years The average lifespan of Majorca Shepherd Dog: 12 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Azawakh: 11 years	14-16 years The average lifespan of Rough Collie: 15 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Majorca Shepherd Dog vs Azawakh vs Rough Collie?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Rough Collie can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Majorca Shepherd Dog vs Azawakh vs Rough Collie Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Majorca Shepherd Dog vs Azawakh vs Rough Collie Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Majorca Shepherd Dog or Azawakh or Rough Collie?	3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2 to 3 cups of a high-quality dog food a day.	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Majorca Shepherd Dog vs Azawakh vs Rough Collie weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Majorca Shepherd Dog has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Azawakh has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Rough Collie has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Majorca Shepherd Dog vs Azawakh vs Rough Collie Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Majorca Shepherd Dog vs Azawakh vs Rough Collie coat comparison:	Thick	Smooth	Rough Soft Thick Straight Harsh Furry
Colors What are the original Majorca Shepherd Dog, Azawakh and Rough Collie color?	Black	Black Gray Blue White Brown Brindle Golden	White Sable Merle Black & White & Tan Blue & Merle Blue & Merle & White Sable & White White & Merle
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Majorca Shepherd Dog or Azawakh or Rough Collie? Majorca Shepherd Dog vs Azawakh vs Rough Collie grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Majorca Shepherd Dog doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Azawakh requires minimal grooming. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Majorca Shepherd Dog or Azawakh or Rough Collie? Majorca Shepherd Dog or Azawakh or {name3 shedding:	Majorca Shepherd Dog dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Azawakh dogs shed moderately. See more.	Rough Collie dogs are heavy shedders. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Majorca Shepherd Dog or Azawakh or Rough Collie?	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. 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.
Hypoallergenic Majorca Shepherd Dog vs Azawakh vs Rough Collie hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Majorca Shepherd Dog vs Azawakh vs Rough Collie?	Medium ⏺ The Majorca Shepherd Dog has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Azawakh has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Rough Collie has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Majorca Shepherd Dog is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Azawakh is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Rough Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Majorca Shepherd Dog vs Azawakh vs Rough Collie Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Majorca Shepherd Dog dogs are generally with other pets.	Azawakh dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Rough Collie dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Majorca Shepherd Dog or Azawakh or Rough Collie? Which dog is more friendly?	Majorca Shepherd Dog dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Azawakh dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.	Rough Collie dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Majorca Shepherd Dog or Azawakh or Rough Collie?	Majorca Shepherd Dog dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Azawakh dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	Rough Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Majorca Shepherd Dog or Azawakh or Rough Collie?	Majorca Shepherd Dog dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Azawakh dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Rough Collie dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Majorca Shepherd Dog or Azawakh or Rough Collie?	Majorca Shepherd Dog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Azawakh dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Rough Collie dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Majorca Shepherd Dog vs Azawakh vs Rough Collie?	Yes Majorca Shepherd Dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	No Azawakh dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	Yes Rough Collie dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Majorca Shepherd Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Azawakh is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Rough Collie is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Majorca Shepherd Dogs are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Azawakhs are not the best breed for elderly people.	Rough Collies are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Majorca Shepherd Dog vs Azawakh vs Rough 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: Majorca Shepherd Dog or Azawakh or Rough Collie? Which is better for autism?	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.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
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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.	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.	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: Majorca Shepherd Dog vs Azawakh vs Rough Collie?	Not really Majorca Shepherd Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Azawakh breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Rough 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?	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.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
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.

Majorca Shepherd Dog vs Azawakh vs Rough 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 Majorca Shepherd Dog and Azawakh and Rough Collie have?	4-8 puppies	4-6 puppies	4-8 puppies
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Majorca Shepherd Dog vs Azawakh vs Rough 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 as a Miscellaneous breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Herding breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Short-haired Sighthounds 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?	No data available	No data available	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

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