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Pug vs Cavapoo vs Border Collie Comparison - Dog breed selector: Carlin or Cavoodle or Sheepdog? Find the right dog for you

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Name Pug Cavapoo Border Collie
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Carlin
Chinese Pug
Dutch Bulldog
Dutch Mastiff
Mini Mastiff
Mops
Cavoodle Sheepdog
Scotch Sheep Dog
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Pug vs Cavapoo vs Border Collie breed type comparison:
Purebred Cross Breed Purebred

Pug vs Cavapoo vs Border Collie Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Pug or Cavapoo or Border Collie? Which is the smallest dog, Pug or Cavapoo or Border Collie?
Small Small
Medium
Large
Weight
Which is heavier, Pug or Cavapoo or Cavapoo? Pug vs Cavapoo vs Border Collie weight comparison:
Male: 13-20 pounds (6-9 kg), Female: 13-18 pounds (6-8 kg) 12-24 pounds (5.4-11 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: 16.5 pounds (7.5 kg), Female: 15.5 pounds (7 kg) 18 pounds (5.7.5 kg) Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Female: 34.5 pounds (15.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Pug or Cavapoo or Border Collie? Pug vs Cavapoo vs Border Collie height comparison:
Male: 12-14 inches (30-36 cm), Female: 10-12 inches (25-30 cm) 11-18 inches (28-45 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?
Male: 13 inches (33 cm), Female: 11 inches (27.5 cm) 14.5 inches (36.5 cm) Male: 20.5 inches (52 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (49.5 cm)

Pug vs Cavapoo vs Border Collie Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Pug or Cavapoo or Border Collie? Which is more expensive?
$300-$500 $1200-$1800 $600-$800
Availability
Which is easier to get, Pug or Cavapoo or Border Collie?
Very frequent: The Pug is quite easy to get.
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.

Pug vs Cavapoo vs Border Collie Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Pug vs Cavapoo vs Border Collie intelligence:
Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Very smart: Cavapoo is an excellent dog breed.
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Outstanding: Border Collie is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Trainability
Pug vs Cavapoo vs Border Collie trainability comparison.
A slightly harder to train than average.
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Cavapoo dogs are very easy to train.
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Border Collie dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Pug or Cavapoo or Border Collie?
Pug dogs are average watchdogs.
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Cavapoo dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Border Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Pug or Cavapoo or Border Collie? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Pug dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Cavapoo dogs are not the best to protect their territory.
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Border Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Pug vs Cavapoo vs Border Collie Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Pug or Cavapoo or Border Collie? Pug vs Cavapoo vs Border Collie behavior/temperament comparison:
Playful
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Cheerful
Loving
Intelligent
Gentle
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Responsive
Loyal
Tenacious
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Pug dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Sensitive: Border 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: Pug vs Cavapoo vs Border Collie?
High: Pug dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Cavapoo dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Border Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Pug vs Cavapoo vs Border Collie social needs comparison:
Pug dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Cavapoo dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Border Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Pug dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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Cavapoo dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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Border Collie dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Pug 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.
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Cavapoo 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.
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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.
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Pug vs Cavapoo vs Border Collie Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Pug vs Cavapoo vs Border Collie playfulness comparison:
Average: Pugs, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Average: Cavapoos, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Border Collie is a highly playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Pug vs Cavapoo vs Border Collie?
Average: The Pug barks occasionally.
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Average: The Cavapoo barks occasionally.
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Low to Average: The Border Collie rarely barks.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Pug or Cavapoo or Border Collie?
Very house-friendly dog the Pug breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Cavapoo breed.
It is not recommended to keep the Border Collie breed in the home.

Pug vs Cavapoo vs Border Collie Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Pug dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Cavapoo 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.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Pug or Cavapoo or Border Collie?
Pug dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Cavapoo 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.

Pug vs Cavapoo vs Border Collie Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Pug or Cavapoo or Border Collie?

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Pug bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Cavapoo bite force: Weak.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Border Collie bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Pug has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Cavapoo has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Border Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Pug vs Cavapoo vs Border Collie mouthiness comparison:
Pug dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Cavapoo dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Border Collie dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Pug vs Cavapoo vs Border Collie Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Pug vs Cavapoo vs Border Collie health comparison. Which is the healthier: Pug vs Cavapoo vs Border Collie?
Very healthy dog breed.
Very healthy dog breed.
The Border Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Pug vs Cavapoo vs Border Collie? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Pug vs Cavapoo vs Border Collie health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Legg-perthes Disease
Patellar Luxation
Allergies
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Entropion
Vaccination Sensitivity
Demodectic Mange
Distichiasis
Corneal Ulcers
Dry Eye
Hemi-vertebrae
Cheyletiella Dermatitis
Nerve Degeneration
Proptosis
Pug Dog Encephalitis
Staphylococcus Infection
Yeast Infection
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Collie Eye Anomaly
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Rare
The Pug should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Rare
The Cavapoo 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.
Life Expectancy
Pug vs Cavapoo vs Border Collie lifespan comparison. How long do Pug, Cavapoo and Border Collie breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Pug: 13 years
9-15 years
The average lifespan of Cavapoo: 12 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Border Collie: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Pug vs Cavapoo vs Border Collie?
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Cavapoo can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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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.
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Pug vs Cavapoo vs Border Collie Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Pug or Cavapoo or Border Collie? Pug vs Cavapoo vs Border Collie energy level comparison:
Pug dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Cavapoo dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Border Collie dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Pug vs Cavapoo vs Border Collie exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Pug or Cavapoo or Border Collie? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Pug dogs exercise need is minimal.
Cavapoo dogs have an average exercise need.
Border Collie dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Pug or Cavapoo or Border Collie?
Pug dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Cavapoo dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Border Collie dogs don't need too much sleep.

Pug vs Cavapoo vs Border Collie Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Pug or Cavapoo or Border Collie?
1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day. 0.5 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.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Pug vs Cavapoo vs Border Collie weight gain potential comparison:
High: The Pug breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Cavapoo's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average: The Border Collie has an average risk for obesity.
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Pug vs Cavapoo vs Border Collie Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Pug vs Cavapoo vs Border Collie coat comparison:
Fine Curly
Wavy
Straight
Dense
Feathered
Straight
Short
Moderately Long
Colors
What are the original Pug, Cavapoo and Border Collie color?
Black
Fawn
Black
Cream
White
Sable
Tricolor
Chestnut
Apricot
Red sable
Phantom
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, Pug or Cavapoo or Border Collie? Pug vs Cavapoo vs Border Collie grooming comparison:
Effortless: The Pug requires minimal grooming.
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Advanced: The Cavapoo requires a lot of grooming.
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Average: The Border Collie requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Pug or Cavapoo or Border Collie? Pug or Cavapoo or {name3 shedding:
Pug dogs shed above average.
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Cavapoo dogs shed moderately.
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Border Collie dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Pug or Cavapoo or Border Collie?
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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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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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Hypoallergenic
Pug vs Cavapoo vs Border Collie hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Pug vs Cavapoo vs Border Collie?

High 🔼

The Pug has a high chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Cavapoo 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?
The Pug is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Cavapoo is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Border Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Pug vs Cavapoo vs Border Collie Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Pug dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Cavapoo dogs are generally with other pets.
Border Collie dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Pug or Cavapoo or Border Collie? Which dog is more friendly?
Pug dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Cavapoo dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Pug or Cavapoo or Border Collie?
Pug dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cavapoo dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Border Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Pug or Cavapoo or Border Collie?
Pug dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Cavapoo dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Pug or Cavapoo or Border Collie?
Pug dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Cavapoo dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Pug vs Cavapoo vs Border Collie?
No
Pug dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Yes
Cavapoo 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
Pug is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Cavapoo 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?
Pugs are usually recommended for elderly people.
Cavapoos are commonly okay with elderly people.
Border Collies are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Pug vs Cavapoo 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.
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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 Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Pug or Cavapoo or Border Collie? Which is better for autism?

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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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog
Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR)
Which one could be a search and rescue dog?

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.

Yes

This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: Pug vs Cavapoo vs Border Collie?

Not really

Pug breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Yes

Cavapoo breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Not really

Border Collie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog
Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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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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Fighting Dog / Military Dog

Not really

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

Not really

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

Not really

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

Pug vs Cavapoo vs Border Collie Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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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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Litter Size
How many puppies can Pug and Cavapoo and Border Collie have?
2-4 puppies 2-8 puppies 4-8 puppies

Pug vs Cavapoo vs Border Collie Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Toy breed. 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 Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Small Molossian type Dogs section. Not recognized by FCI. 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
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
Dog Registry of America Inc.
American Canine Hybrid Club
Designer Breed Registry
Designer Dogs Kennel Club
International Designer 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

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