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Name	Poodle	Border Collie	Bordoodle
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Poodle, Border Collie, and Bordoodle breeds.	Barbone Caniche Chien Canne Grosse Pudel French Poodle	Sheepdog Scotch Sheep Dog	Borderpoos Borpoos
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Poodle, Border Collie, and Bordoodle? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Cross Breed

Poodle vs Border Collie vs Bordoodle Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Poodle, Border Collie, and Bordoodle. Which breed is the largest?	Medium	Large	Large Medium
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Poodle, Border Collie, and Bordoodle? Compare adult weight ranges.	Male: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg)	Male: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg), Female: 27-42 pounds (12-19 kg)	30-60 pounds (13-27 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg)	Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Female: 34.5 pounds (15.5 kg)	45 pounds (20 kg)
Height Which is taller, Poodle or Border Collie or Bordoodle? Poodle vs Border Collie vs Bordoodle height comparison:	15 inches (38 cm) or more	Male: 19-22 inches (48-56 cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46-53 cm)	13-23 inches (34-60 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	15 inches (38 cm) or more	Male: 20.5 inches (52 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (49.5 cm)	18 inches (47 cm)

Poodle vs Border Collie vs Bordoodle Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Poodle, Border Collie, and Bordoodle. Find price differences between these breeds.	$1000-$1500	$600-$800	$800-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Poodle or Border Collie or Bordoodle?	Very frequent: The Poodle is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Border Collie is quite easy to get.	Average: The Bordoodle is a commonly available dog breed.

Poodle vs Border Collie vs Bordoodle Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Poodle, Border Collie, and Bordoodle. Which breed ranks highest?	Outstanding: Poodle is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Outstanding: Border Collie is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Very smart: Bordoodle is an excellent dog breed. See more.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between Poodle, Border Collie, and Bordoodle. Which is easiest to train?	Poodle dogs are easy to train. See more.	Border Collie dogs are easy to train. See more.	Bordoodle dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Poodle, Border Collie, and Bordoodle. Which breed is most alert?	Poodle dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Border Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Bordoodle dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Poodle, Border Collie, and Bordoodle. Which breed is most protective?	Poodle dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Border Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Bordoodle dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Poodle vs Border Collie vs Bordoodle Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Poodle, Border Collie, and Bordoodle? Compare temperaments.	Active Alert Intelligent Trainable Faithful Instinctual	Energetic Protective Alert Intelligent Responsive Loyal Tenacious	Playful Protective Intelligent Friendly Companionable Lovable
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	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.	Bordoodle dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Poodle vs Border Collie vs Bordoodle?	High: Poodle 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.	Average to High: Bordoodle dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Poodle vs Border Collie vs Bordoodle social needs comparison:	Poodle dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Border Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Bordoodle dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Poodle dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Border Collie dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Bordoodle dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Poodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. 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.	Bordoodle 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

Poodle vs Border Collie vs Bordoodle Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Poodle, Border Collie, and Bordoodle. Which breed is most vocal?	Average to High: The Poodle is a vocal breed. See more.	Low to Average: The Border Collie rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Bordoodle rarely barks. See more.
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Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Poodle, Border Collie, and Bordoodle. Which breed is most playful?	The Poodle is a playful breed. See more.	The Border Collie is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Bordoodle is a playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Poodle, Border Collie, and Bordoodle. Which adapts best to small spaces?	Very house-friendly dog the Poodle breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Border Collie breed in the home.	Apartment-friendly dog the Bordoodle breed.
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Poodle vs Border Collie vs Bordoodle Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between Poodle, Border Collie, and Bordoodle. Which breed is most flexible?	Poodle 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.	Bordoodle dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Poodle or Border Collie or Bordoodle?	Poodle dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	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.

Poodle vs Border Collie vs Bordoodle Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Poodle vs Border Collie vs Bordoodle Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Poodle, Border Collie, and Bordoodle. Which breed lives longest?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Poodle: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Border Collie: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Bordoodle: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Poodle, Border Collie, and Bordoodle. 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 Poodle, Border Collie, and Bordoodle. Which has fewer health issues?	The Poodle 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 Bordoodle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Poodle 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 Bordoodle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Poodle vs Border Collie vs Bordoodle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Poodle vs Border Collie vs Bordoodle health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Allergies Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Epilepsy Sebaceous Adenitis Ear Infections Addison's Disease Cushing's Syndrome Runny Eyes Canine Atrial Septal Defect (asd) Neonatal Encephalopathy (news) Optic Nerve Hypoplasia Premature Graying	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Collie Eye Anomaly Osteochondrosis Dissecans	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy

Poodle vs Border Collie vs Bordoodle Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between Poodle, Border Collie, and Bordoodle. Which breed is most active?	Poodle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Border Collie dogs are high-energy dogs.	Bordoodle 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 Poodle vs Border Collie vs Bordoodle exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Poodle or Border Collie or Bordoodle? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Poodle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Border Collie dogs need a lot of exercises.	Bordoodle dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Poodle or Border Collie or Bordoodle?	Poodle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Border Collie dogs don't need too much sleep.	Bordoodle 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

Poodle vs Border Collie vs Bordoodle Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Poodle, Border Collie, and Bordoodle. Which is most prone to obesity?	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Poodle's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Border Collie has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Bordoodle has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Poodle, Border Collie, and Bordoodle. Which needs most food?	2 to 3 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.
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Poodle vs Border Collie vs Bordoodle Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Poodle, Border Collie, and Bordoodle. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	Yes See more.	No See more.	Yes No See more.
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Coat Colors Compare color variations between Poodle, Border Collie, and Bordoodle. What colors are available?	Black Gray Red Blue Cream White Silver Brown Fawn Beige Apricot	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 Gray White Brown
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Poodle, Border Collie, and Bordoodle. Which requires most maintenance?	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Average: The Border Collie requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Bordoodle requires average grooming effort. See more.
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Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Poodle, Border Collie, and Bordoodle. Which drools least?	The Poodle 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 Bordoodle is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Poodle, Border Collie, and Bordoodle. Which has least natural smell?	Medium ⏺ The Poodle has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Border Collie has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Bordoodle has a low chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Poodle, Border Collie, and Bordoodle. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Curly	Dense Feathered Straight Short Moderately Long	Soft Wavy Long Medium
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Poodle, Border Collie, and Bordoodle. 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.	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 Poodle or Border Collie or Bordoodle? Poodle or Border Collie or {name3 shedding:	Poodle dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Border Collie dogs shed moderately. See more.	Bordoodle dogs are low shedders. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Poodle vs Border Collie vs Bordoodle Good With Comparison

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

Poodle vs Border Collie vs Bordoodle As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Poodle, Border Collie, and Bordoodle. Which is best suited for service work?	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Compare therapy dog potential between Poodle, Border Collie, and Bordoodle. 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.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between Poodle, Border Collie, and Bordoodle. Which has best nose work ability?	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 & Rescue Potential Compare search and rescue potential between Poodle, Border Collie, and Bordoodle. Which is best for SAR work?	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.
Maritime Work Ability Compare boating aptitude between Poodle, Border Collie, and Bordoodle. Which is best suited for water work?	Yes Poodle breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Border Collie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Bordoodle breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Poodle, Border Collie, and Bordoodle. 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 Poodle, Border Collie, and Bordoodle. 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.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Poodle vs Border Collie vs Bordoodle Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Poodle, Border Collie, and Bordoodle. Which has most puppies?	2-4 puppies	4-8 puppies	4-10 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Poodle, Border Collie, and Bordoodle. Any breeding differences?	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding intervals between Poodle, Border Collie, and Bordoodle. 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.

Poodle vs Border Collie vs Bordoodle Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Poodle, Border Collie, and Bordoodle. How are they classified?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Non-Sporting & Toy breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1995 as a Herding breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Poodle, Border Collie, and Bordoodle. How are they classified internationally?	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Poodle section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Poodle, Border Collie, and Bordoodle. Which has most recognition?	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 Canadian Canine Registry	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	Not recognized by any clubs.

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