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Name	Mudi	Border Collie	German Shepherd
Origins	Hungary	England Scotland Wales	Germany
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
Popularity Rank	486	38	2
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Mudi, Border Collie, and German Shepherd breeds.	Canis Ovilis Fenyesi Hungarian Mudi	Sheepdog Scotch Sheep Dog	Alsatian wolf dog Berger Allemand Deutscher Schäferhund Schäferhund Alsatian
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Mudi, Border Collie, and German Shepherd? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Mudi vs Border Collie vs German Shepherd Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Mudi, Border Collie, and German Shepherd. Which breed is the largest?	Medium	Large	Large
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Mudi, Border Collie, and German Shepherd? Compare adult weight ranges.	18-29 pounds (8-13 kg)	Male: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg), Female: 27-42 pounds (12-19 kg)	Male: 66-88 pounds (30-40 kg), Female: 49-71 pounds (22-32 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	23.5 pounds (10.5 kg)	Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Female: 34.5 pounds (15.5 kg)	Male: 77 pounds (35 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg)
Height Which is taller, Mudi or Border Collie or German Shepherd? Mudi vs Border Collie vs German Shepherd height comparison:	15-19 inches (38-48 cm)	Male: 19-22 inches (48-56 cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46-53 cm)	Male: 24-26 inches (60-65 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (55-60 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	17 inches (43 cm)	Male: 20.5 inches (52 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (49.5 cm)	Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (57.5 cm)

Mudi vs Border Collie vs German Shepherd Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Mudi, Border Collie, and German Shepherd. Find price differences between these breeds.	$800-$1000	$600-$800	$800-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Mudi or Border Collie or German Shepherd?	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.	Very frequent: The German Shepherd is quite easy to get.

Mudi vs Border Collie vs German Shepherd Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Mudi, Border Collie, and German Shepherd. Which breed ranks highest?	Smart: The Mudi dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Outstanding: Border Collie is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Outstanding: German Shepherd is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between Mudi, Border Collie, and German Shepherd. Which is easiest to train?	Mudi dogs are easy to train. See more.	Border Collie dogs are easy to train. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Mudi, Border Collie, and German Shepherd. Which breed is most alert?	Mudi dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Border Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Mudi, Border Collie, and German Shepherd. Which breed is most protective?	Mudi dogs are average defenders. See more.	Border Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Mudi vs Border Collie vs German Shepherd Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Mudi, Border Collie, and German Shepherd? Compare temperaments.	Loving Energetic Alert Courageous Intelligent Lively Gentle Watchful Companionable Adaptable Guarding Keen to Work	Energetic Protective Alert Intelligent Responsive Loyal Tenacious	Curious Alert Courageous Intelligent Confident Obedient Loyal Watchful
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Mudi dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Sensitive: Border Collie dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Sensitive: German 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: Mudi vs Border Collie vs German Shepherd?	High: Mudi 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.	High: German Shepherd dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Mudi vs Border Collie vs German Shepherd social needs comparison:	Mudi dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Border Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	German Shepherd dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Mudi dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Border Collie dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	German Shepherd 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.	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.	German Shepherd 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

Mudi vs Border Collie vs German Shepherd Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Mudi, Border Collie, and German Shepherd. Which breed is most vocal?	Average: The Mudi barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Border Collie rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The German Shepherd rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Mudi, Border Collie, and German Shepherd. Which breed is most playful?	Average: Mudis, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Border Collie is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: German Shepherds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Mudi, Border Collie, and German Shepherd. 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 Mudi indoors.	It is not recommended to keep the Border Collie breed in the home.	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 German Shepherd indoors.
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Mudi vs Border Collie vs German Shepherd Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between Mudi, Border Collie, and German Shepherd. Which breed is most flexible?	Mudi 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.	German Shepherd dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Mudi or Border Collie or German Shepherd?	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.

Mudi vs Border Collie vs German Shepherd Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Compare biting potential between Mudi, Border Collie, and German Shepherd. Which has lowest bite risk?	Low 🔽 The Mudi has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Border Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.	High 🔼 The German Shepherd has a high chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Compare mouthing tendencies between Mudi, Border Collie, and German Shepherd. Which uses mouth most during play?	Mudi dogs have an 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.	German Shepherd dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Compare bite forces between Mudi, Border Collie, and German Shepherd. Which has the strongest bite?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Mudi bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Border Collie bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ German Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Mudi vs Border Collie vs German Shepherd Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Mudi, Border Collie, and German Shepherd. Which breed lives longest?	13-15 years The average lifespan of Mudi: 14 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Border Collie: 13 years	9-13 years The average lifespan of German Shepherd: 11 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Mudi, Border Collie, and German Shepherd. Which handles climate changes best?	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.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in Mudi, Border Collie, and German Shepherd. Which has fewer health issues?	Mudis are commonly healthy dogs.	The Border Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	German Shepherds are commonly healthy dogs.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Mudi should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Border Collie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The German Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Mudi vs Border Collie vs German Shepherd? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Mudi vs Border Collie vs German Shepherd health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Epilepsy Elbow Dysplasia	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Collie Eye Anomaly Osteochondrosis Dissecans	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Epilepsy Blindness Cherry Eye Elbow Dysplasia Diabetes Heart Disease Retinal Dysplasia Demodectic Mange Degenerative Myelopathy Wobbler's Syndrome Panosteitis Hemophilia B Megaesophagus Cushing's Syndrome Lens Luxation Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency Chronic Diarrhea Cruciate Ligament Rupture Digestive Problems Hemophilia A Hypertrophic Osteodystrophy Lupus Myasthenia Gravis Nail Bed Disease Osteochondrosis Pannus Paralysis Perianal Fistula Seborrhea Vitiligo

Mudi vs Border Collie vs German Shepherd Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between Mudi, Border Collie, and German Shepherd. Which breed is most active?	Mudi 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.	German Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Mudi vs Border Collie vs German Shepherd exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Mudi or Border Collie or German Shepherd? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Mudi dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Border Collie dogs need a lot of exercises.	German Shepherd dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Mudi or Border Collie or German Shepherd?	Mudi 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.	German Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Mudi vs Border Collie vs German Shepherd Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Mudi, Border Collie, and German Shepherd. Which is most prone to obesity?	Average: The Mudi has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Border Collie has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The German Shepherd has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Mudi, Border Collie, and German Shepherd. Which needs most food?	1 to 1.5 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.	3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Mudi vs Border Collie vs German Shepherd Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Mudi, Border Collie, and German Shepherd. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors Compare color variations between Mudi, Border Collie, and German Shepherd. What colors are available?	Black Gray White Brown Fawn Blue-Grey Black Merle Ash coloured (blue grey)	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 Red Silver
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Mudi, Border Collie, and German Shepherd. Which requires most maintenance?	Average: The Mudi requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Border Collie requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The German Shepherd requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Mudi, Border Collie, and German Shepherd. Which drools least?	The Mudi is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Border Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The German Shepherd is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Mudi, Border Collie, and German Shepherd. Which has least natural smell?	Low 🔽 The Mudi has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Border Collie has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The German Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Mudi, Border Collie, and German Shepherd. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Dense Curly Wavy Shiny Short	Dense Feathered Straight Short Moderately Long	Fuzzy
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Mudi, Border Collie, and German Shepherd. 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. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Mudi or Border Collie or German Shepherd? Mudi or Border Collie or {name3 shedding:	Mudi dogs shed moderately. See more.	Border Collie dogs shed moderately. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are heavy shedders. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Mudi vs Border Collie vs German Shepherd Good With Comparison

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

Mudi vs Border Collie vs German Shepherd As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Mudi, Border Collie, and German Shepherd. Which is best suited for service work?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Compare therapy dog potential between Mudi, Border Collie, and German Shepherd. Which excels in therapy work?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
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Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between Mudi, Border Collie, and German Shepherd. Which has best nose work ability?	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
Search & Rescue Potential Compare search and rescue potential between Mudi, Border Collie, and German Shepherd. Which is best for SAR work?	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability Compare boating aptitude between Mudi, Border Collie, and German Shepherd. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really Mudi 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.	Not really German Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Mudi, Border Collie, and German Shepherd. Which is best for draft work?	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.
Military Service Background Compare military service history of Mudi, Border Collie, and German Shepherd. 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.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Mudi vs Border Collie vs German Shepherd Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Mudi, Border Collie, and German Shepherd. Which has most puppies?	5-8 puppies	4-8 puppies	6-10 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Mudi, Border Collie, and German Shepherd. Any breeding differences?	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding intervals between Mudi, Border Collie, and German Shepherd. What's recommended?	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.

Mudi vs Border Collie vs German Shepherd Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Mudi, Border Collie, and German Shepherd. How are they classified?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club as a Miscellaneous breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1995 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1908 as a Herding breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Mudi, Border Collie, and German Shepherd. How are they classified internationally?	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.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Mudi, Border Collie, and German Shepherd. Which has most recognition?	No data available	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	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 German Shepherd Dog Club Of America

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