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Poodle vs German Shepherd vs Rough Collie Comparison - Dog breed selector: Barbone or Alsatian wolf dog or English Collie? Find the right dog for you

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Name Poodle German Shepherd Rough Collie
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Poodle, German Shepherd, and Rough Collie breeds.
Barbone
Caniche
Chien Canne
Grosse Pudel
French Poodle
Alsatian wolf dog
Berger Allemand
Deutscher Schäferhund
Schäferhund
Alsatian
English Collie
Lassie Dog
Long-Haired Collie
Scottish Collie
Collie
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Poodle, German Shepherd, and Rough Collie? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Poodle vs German Shepherd vs Rough Collie Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Poodle, German Shepherd, and Rough Collie. Which breed is the largest?
Medium Large Large
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Poodle, German Shepherd, and Rough Collie? Compare adult weight ranges.
Male: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg) Male: 66-88 pounds (30-40 kg), Female: 49-71 pounds (22-32 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?
Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg) Male: 77 pounds (35 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg) Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Poodle or German Shepherd or Rough Collie? Poodle vs German Shepherd vs Rough Collie height comparison:
15 inches (38 cm) or more Male: 24-26 inches (60-65 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (55-60 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?
15 inches (38 cm) or more Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (57.5 cm) Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm)

Poodle vs German Shepherd vs Rough Collie Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Poodle, German Shepherd, and Rough Collie. Find price differences between these breeds.
$1000-$1500 $800-$2000 $400-$600
Availability
Which is easier to get, Poodle or German Shepherd or Rough Collie?
Very frequent: The Poodle is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The German Shepherd is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Rough Collie is quite easy to get.

Poodle vs German Shepherd vs Rough Collie Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

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

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Poodle, German Shepherd, and Rough Collie? Compare temperaments.
Active
Alert
Intelligent
Trainable
Faithful
Instinctual
Curious
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Obedient
Loyal
Watchful
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.
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Sensitive: German Shepherd dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Sensitive: Rough Collie dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Poodle vs German Shepherd vs Rough Collie?
High: Poodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: German Shepherd dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Rough Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Poodle vs German Shepherd vs Rough Collie social needs comparison:
Poodle dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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German Shepherd dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Rough Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Poodle dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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German Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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Rough Collie dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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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.
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German Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Rough Collie dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Poodle vs German Shepherd vs Rough Collie Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Poodle, German Shepherd, and Rough Collie. Which breed is most vocal?
Average to High: The Poodle is a vocal breed.
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Low to Average: The German Shepherd rarely barks.
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Low to Average: The Rough Collie rarely barks.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Poodle, German Shepherd, and Rough Collie. Which breed is most playful?
The Poodle is a playful breed.
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Average: German Shepherds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Rough Collie is a playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Poodle, German Shepherd, and Rough Collie. Which adapts best to small spaces?
Very house-friendly dog the Poodle 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 German Shepherd indoors.
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.

Poodle vs German Shepherd vs Rough Collie Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Poodle vs German Shepherd vs Rough Collie Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Poodle, German Shepherd, and Rough Collie. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The Poodle has a low chance of biting somebody.

High 🔼

The German Shepherd has a high chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Rough Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Poodle, German Shepherd, and Rough Collie. Which uses mouth most during play?
Poodle dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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German Shepherd dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Rough Collie dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Poodle, German Shepherd, and Rough Collie. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Poodle bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

German Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Rough Collie bite force: Ordinary.

Poodle vs German Shepherd vs Rough Collie Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Poodle, German Shepherd, and Rough Collie. Which breed lives longest?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Poodle: 13 years
9-13 years
The average lifespan of German Shepherd: 11 years
14-16 years
The average lifespan of Rough Collie: 15 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Poodle, German Shepherd, and Rough Collie. 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.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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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.
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Poodle, German Shepherd, and Rough Collie. 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.
German Shepherds are commonly healthy dogs.
The Rough Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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.
Rare
The German Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Average
The Rough Collie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Poodle vs German Shepherd vs Rough Collie? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Poodle vs German Shepherd vs Rough Collie 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
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
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Drug Sensitivity
Collie Eye Anomaly
Gray Collie Syndrome

Poodle vs German Shepherd vs Rough Collie Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Poodle, German Shepherd, and Rough Collie. Which breed is most active?
Poodle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
German Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.
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.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Poodle vs German Shepherd vs Rough Collie exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Poodle or German Shepherd or Rough Collie? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Poodle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
German Shepherd dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Rough Collie dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Poodle or German Shepherd or Rough Collie?
Poodle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
German Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.
Rough Collie dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.

Poodle vs German Shepherd vs Rough Collie Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Poodle, German Shepherd, and Rough Collie. 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.
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Low to Average: The German Shepherd has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Rough Collie has an average risk for obesity.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Poodle, German Shepherd, and Rough Collie. Which needs most food?
2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

Poodle vs German Shepherd vs Rough Collie Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Poodle, German Shepherd, and Rough Collie. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Poodle, German Shepherd, and Rough Collie. What colors are available?
Black
Gray
Red
Blue
Cream
White
Silver
Brown
Fawn
Beige
Apricot
Black
Tan
Red
Silver
White
Sable
Merle
Black & White & Tan
Blue & Merle
Blue & Merle & White
Sable & White
White & Merle
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Poodle, German Shepherd, and Rough Collie. Which requires most maintenance?
Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Average: The German Shepherd requires average grooming effort.
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Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Poodle, German Shepherd, and Rough Collie. Which drools least?
The Poodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The German Shepherd is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Rough Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Poodle, German Shepherd, and Rough Collie. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The Poodle has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The German Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Rough Collie has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Poodle, German Shepherd, and Rough Collie. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Curly Fuzzy Rough
Soft
Thick
Straight
Harsh
Furry
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Poodle, German Shepherd, and Rough Collie. 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.
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8-12 weeks
Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Poodle or German Shepherd or Rough Collie? Poodle or German Shepherd or {name3 shedding:
Poodle dogs shed none to minimal.
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German Shepherd dogs are heavy shedders.
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Rough Collie dogs are heavy shedders.
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Poodle vs German Shepherd vs Rough Collie Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Poodle, German Shepherd, and Rough Collie. Which is best with kids?
Poodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
German Shepherd dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Rough Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Poodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
German Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.
Rough Collie dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Poodle or German Shepherd or Rough Collie? Which dog is more friendly?
Poodle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
German Shepherd dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Rough Collie dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Poodle or German Shepherd or Rough Collie?
Poodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
German Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Rough Collie dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Poodle or German Shepherd or Rough Collie?
Poodle dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
German Shepherd dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Rough Collie dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Poodle vs German Shepherd vs Rough Collie?
Yes
Poodle 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.
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
Poodle is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
German Shepherd 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?
Poodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
German Shepherds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Rough Collies are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Poodle vs German Shepherd vs Rough Collie As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Poodle, German Shepherd, and Rough Collie. Which is best suited for service work?

Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Poodle, German Shepherd, and Rough Collie. Which excels in therapy work?

Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Poodle, German Shepherd, and Rough Collie. 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.

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
Search & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Poodle, German Shepherd, and Rough Collie. 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, German Shepherd, and Rough Collie. Which is best suited for water work?

Yes

Poodle breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Not really

German Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Rough Collie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Poodle, German Shepherd, and Rough Collie. Which is best for draft work?

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Poodle, German Shepherd, and Rough Collie. Which has most military use?

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Yes

In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Poodle vs German Shepherd vs Rough Collie Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Poodle, German Shepherd, and Rough Collie. Which has most puppies?
2-4 puppies 6-10 puppies 4-8 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Poodle, German Shepherd, and Rough Collie. Any breeding differences?
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Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Poodle, German Shepherd, and Rough Collie. What's recommended?

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Poodle vs German Shepherd vs Rough Collie Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Poodle, German Shepherd, and Rough Collie. 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 1908 as a Herding breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Herding breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Poodle, German Shepherd, and Rough Collie. 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. Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Poodle, German Shepherd, and Rough Collie. 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
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
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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