Maremma Sheepdog vs Border Collie Comparison – Which dog is better Abruzzese Sheepdog or Sheepdog?

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Name	Maremma Sheepdog	Border Collie
Origins	Italy	England Scotland Wales
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
Popularity Rank	398	38
Reviews	5	13
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Abruzzese Sheepdog Abruzzo Sheepdog Maremma Maremmano Maremmano-Abruzzese Pastore Abruzzese Pastore Maremmano Cane da Pastore	Sheepdog Scotch Sheep Dog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Maremma Sheepdog vs Border Collie breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred

Maremma Sheepdog vs Border Collie Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which dog is bigger, Maremma Sheepdog or Border Collie? Is the Maremma Sheepdog bigger than the Border Collie breed? Is a Maremma Sheepdog smaller than a Border Collie?	Large	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Maremma Sheepdog or Border Collie? Maremma Sheepdog vs Border Collie weight comparison:	Male: 80 - 95 pounds (36 - 43 kg), Female: 70 - 85 pounds (32 - 38 kg)	Male: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg), Female: 27-42 pounds (12-19 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 85 pounds (38.5 kg), Female: 70 pounds (31.5 kg)	Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Female: 34.5 pounds (15.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Maremma Sheepdog or Border Collie? Is a Maremma Sheepdog taller than a Border Collie?	24-29 inches (60-73 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?	26.5 inches (66.5 cm)	Male: 20.5 inches (52 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (49.5 cm)

Maremma Sheepdog vs Border Collie Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Maremma Sheepdog or Border Collie? Which is more expensive? What is the difference in price between Maremma Sheepdog and Border Collie?	$600-$800	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Maremma Sheepdog or Border Collie?	Average: The Maremma Sheepdog is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The Border Collie is quite easy to get.

Maremma Sheepdog vs Border Collie Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which dog has more intelligence? Is a Maremma Sheepdog or Border Collie smarter? Which is best? Maremma Sheepdog vs Border Collie intelligence:	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Outstanding: Border Collie is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Maremma Sheepdog vs Border Collie trainability comparison. What's the difference between Maremma Sheepdog vs Border Collie?	Maremma Sheepdog dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Border Collie dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Maremma Sheepdog or Border Collie?	Maremma Sheepdog dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Border Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Maremma Sheepdog or Border Collie? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Maremma Sheepdog dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Border Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List

Maremma Sheepdog vs Border Collie Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Maremma Sheepdog or Border Collie? Maremma Sheepdog vs Border Collie behavior/temperament comparison:	Dignified Alert Intelligent Friendly Loyal Determined	Energetic Protective Alert Intelligent Responsive Loyal Tenacious
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Maremma Sheepdog vs Border Collie?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Border Collie dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Maremma Sheepdog vs Border Collie?	High: Maremma Sheepdog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Border Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Maremma Sheepdog vs Border Collie social needs comparison:	Maremma Sheepdog dogs are a social breed. See more.	Border Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Maremma Sheepdog vs Border Collie?	Maremma Sheepdog dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Border Collie dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Maremma Sheepdog vs Border Collie? Which can be better for hunting?	Their prey drive is low. See more.	Border Collie dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Maremma Sheepdog vs Border Collie Activity and Playfulness Comparison

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

Maremma Sheepdog vs Border Collie Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Maremma Sheepdog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Border Collie dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Maremma Sheepdog or Border Collie?	Maremma Sheepdog 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.

Maremma Sheepdog vs Border Collie Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Maremma Sheepdog or Border Collie?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Maremma Sheepdog bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Border Collie bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Is a Maremma Sheepdog more dangerous than a Border Collie?	Low 🔽 The Maremma Sheepdog has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Border Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Maremma Sheepdog vs Border Collie mouthiness comparison:	Maremma Sheepdog dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Border Collie dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.

Maremma Sheepdog vs Border Collie Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Maremma Sheepdog vs Border Collie health comparison. Which is the healthier: Maremma Sheepdog vs Border Collie?	The Maremma Sheepdog 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.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Maremma Sheepdog vs Border Collie? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Maremma Sheepdog vs Border Collie health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Bloat Vaccination Sensitivity Drug Sensitivity Obesity	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Collie Eye Anomaly Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Maremma Sheepdog vs Border Collie?	Average The Maremma Sheepdog 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.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Maremma Sheepdog vs Border Collie lifespan comparison. How long do Maremma Sheepdog and Border Collie breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? What is the age limit of the Maremma Sheepdog and Border Collie?	11-13 years The average lifespan of Maremma Sheepdog: 12 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Border Collie: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Maremma Sheepdog vs Border Collie?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Border Collie can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Maremma Sheepdog vs Border Collie Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Maremma Sheepdog vs Border Collie Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Maremma Sheepdog or Border Collie? Does the Maremma Sheepdog breed eat more than the Border Collie breed?	3 to 4 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.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Maremma Sheepdog vs Border Collie weight gain potential comparison:	High: The Maremma Sheepdog breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average: The Border Collie has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Maremma Sheepdog vs Border Collie Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Maremma Sheepdog vs Border Collie coat comparison:	Rough Thick Double	Dense Feathered Straight Short Moderately Long
Colors What are the original Maremma Sheepdog and Border Collie color? Maremma Sheepdog vs Border Collie color comparison:	White Yellow	Black Tan Red Sable Brindle Lilac Gold Seal White & Red Slate Sable Merle Black & White Tricolor Blue merle Blue merle-tricolor Slate merle Red merle Saddleback Sable White & Blue White & Blue Merle White & Red Merle White Ticked White & Gold White & Sable White & Seal
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Maremma Sheepdog or Border Collie? Maremma Sheepdog vs Border Collie grooming comparison:	Average: The Maremma Sheepdog requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Border Collie requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Maremma Sheepdog or Border Collie? Do Maremma Sheepdog dogs shed more than Border Collie dogs?	Maremma Sheepdog dogs shed moderately. See more.	Border Collie dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Maremma Sheepdog or Border Collie?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Maremma Sheepdog vs Border Collie hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Maremma Sheepdog or Border Collie?	Medium ⏺ The Maremma Sheepdog has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Border Collie has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? What's the difference between Maremma Sheepdog vs Border Collie?	The Maremma Sheepdog is an average drooler. See more.	The Border Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Maremma Sheepdog vs Border Collie Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Maremma Sheepdog dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Border Collie dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Maremma Sheepdog or Border Collie? Which dog is more friendly?	Maremma Sheepdog dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Maremma Sheepdog or Border Collie?	Maremma Sheepdog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Border Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Maremma Sheepdog or Border Collie?	Maremma Sheepdog dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Maremma Sheepdog or Border Collie? Can a Maremma Sheepdog and a Border Collie be friends? Do Maremma Sheepdog dogs get along with Border Collie dogs?	Maremma Sheepdog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Maremma Sheepdog vs Border Collie?	Yes Maremma Sheepdog 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 Maremma Sheepdog 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?	Maremma Sheepdogs are usually recommended for elderly people.	Border Collies are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Maremma Sheepdog vs Border Collie As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Maremma Sheepdog or Border Collie? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	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.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Maremma Sheepdog vs Border Collie?	Not really Maremma Sheepdog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Border Collie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
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.

Maremma Sheepdog vs Border Collie Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	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.
Litter Size How many puppies can Maremma Sheepdog and Border Collie have? Maremma Sheepdog vs Border Collie litter size comparison:	5-9 puppies	4-8 puppies
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Maremma Sheepdog vs Border Collie Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1995 as a Herding breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the 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 Kennel Club of Great Britain Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club The American Int. Border Collie Registry The American Border Collie Association

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