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Pumi vs Border Collie vs Transylvanian Hound Comparison - Dog breed selector: Hungarian Herding Terrier or Sheepdog or Hungarian Hound? Find the right dog for you

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Name Pumi Border Collie Transylvanian Hound
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Group Working Dogs Pastoral / Herding Dogs Hunting Dogs
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Hungarian Herding Terrier
Hungarian Pumi
Sheepdog
Scotch Sheep Dog
Hungarian Hound
Transylvanian Scent Hound
Erdélyi kopó
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Pumi vs Border Collie vs Transylvanian Hound breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Pumi vs Border Collie vs Transylvanian Hound Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Pumi or Border Collie or Transylvanian Hound? Which is the smallest dog, Pumi or Border Collie or Transylvanian Hound?
Medium Large Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Pumi or Border Collie or Border Collie? Pumi vs Border Collie vs Transylvanian Hound weight comparison:
Male: 22–33 pounds (10-15 kg), Female: 18–29 pounds (8-13 kg) Male: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg), Female: 27-42 pounds (12-19 kg) Male: 50-60 pounds (23-27 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 22–33 pounds (12.5 kg), Female: 18–29 pounds (10.5 kg) Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Female: 34.5 pounds (15.5 kg) Male: 55 pounds (25 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Pumi or Border Collie or Transylvanian Hound? Pumi vs Border Collie vs Transylvanian Hound height comparison:
Male: 16-19 inches (41-47 cm), Female : 14-17 inches (38-44 cm) Male: 19-22 inches (48-56 cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46-53 cm) Male: 22–26 inches (55–66 cm), Female: 20–24 inches (50–61 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 17.5 inches (44 cm), Female : 15.5 inches (41 cm) Male: 20.5 inches (52 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (49.5 cm) Male: 24 inches (57 cm), Female: 22 inches (56 cm)

Pumi vs Border Collie vs Transylvanian Hound Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Pumi or Border Collie or Transylvanian Hound? Which is more expensive?
$500-$1200 $600-$800 $600-$800
Availability
Which is easier to get, Pumi or Border Collie or Transylvanian Hound?
Frequent: The Pumi is easier than average to get.
Very frequent: The Border Collie is quite easy to get.
Average: The Transylvanian Hound is a commonly available dog breed.

Pumi vs Border Collie vs Transylvanian Hound Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Pumi vs Border Collie vs Transylvanian Hound intelligence:
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Outstanding: Border Collie is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Smart: The Transylvanian Hound dogs have great intelligence.
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Trainability
Pumi vs Border Collie vs Transylvanian Hound trainability comparison.
Pumi dogs are easy to train.
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Border Collie dogs are easy to train.
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Transylvanian Hound dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Pumi or Border Collie or Transylvanian Hound?
Pumi dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Border Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Transylvanian Hound dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Pumi or Border Collie or Transylvanian Hound? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Pumi dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Border Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Transylvanian Hound dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Pumi vs Border Collie vs Transylvanian Hound Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Pumi or Border Collie or Transylvanian Hound? Pumi vs Border Collie vs Transylvanian Hound behavior/temperament comparison:
Active
Protective
Alert
Sensitive
Intelligent
Lively
Restless
Reserved
Vocal
Extremely Bold
Suspicious Towards Strangers
Noisy
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Responsive
Loyal
Tenacious
Independent
Protective
Courageous
Loyal
Territorial
Lively
Quiet
Determined
Good natured
Enduring
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Pumi dogs are less 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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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Pumi vs Border Collie vs Transylvanian Hound?
High: Pumi 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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Average to High: Transylvanian Hound dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Social Needs
Pumi vs Border Collie vs Transylvanian Hound social needs comparison:
Pumi dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Border Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Transylvanian Hound dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Pumi dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Border Collie dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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The wanderlust potential of the Transylvanian Hound is strong enough to escape from home.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Pumi 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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Transylvanian Hound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Pumi vs Border Collie vs Transylvanian Hound Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Pumi vs Border Collie vs Transylvanian Hound playfulness comparison:
The Pumi is a highly playful breed.
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The Border Collie is a highly playful breed.
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The Transylvanian Hound is a playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Pumi vs Border Collie vs Transylvanian Hound?
A lot: Pumi is a particularly loud breed.
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Low to Average: The Border Collie rarely barks.
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Average: The Transylvanian Hound barks occasionally.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Pumi or Border Collie or Transylvanian Hound?
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 Pumi 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 Transylvanian Hound indoors.

Pumi vs Border Collie vs Transylvanian Hound Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Pumi 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.
Transylvanian Hound dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Pumi or Border Collie or Transylvanian Hound?
Pumi 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.
Transylvanian Hound dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.

Pumi vs Border Collie vs Transylvanian Hound Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Pumi or Border Collie or Transylvanian Hound?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Pumi bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Border Collie bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

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

Low 🔽

The Pumi has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Border Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Transylvanian Hound has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Pumi vs Border Collie vs Transylvanian Hound mouthiness comparison:
Pumi dogs have a higher than 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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Transylvanian Hound dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Pumi vs Border Collie vs Transylvanian Hound Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Pumi vs Border Collie vs Transylvanian Hound health comparison. Which is the healthier: Pumi vs Border Collie vs Transylvanian Hound?
Pumis tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
The Border Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Very healthy dog breed.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Pumi vs Border Collie vs Transylvanian Hound? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Pumi vs Border Collie vs Transylvanian Hound health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Elbow Dysplasia
Degenerative Myelopathy
Primary Lens Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Collie Eye Anomaly
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Hip Dysplasia
Elbow Dysplasia
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Frequent
The Pumi should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Average
The Border Collie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Rare
The Transylvanian Hound should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Life Expectancy
Pumi vs Border Collie vs Transylvanian Hound lifespan comparison. How long do Pumi, Border Collie and Transylvanian Hound breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Pumi: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Border Collie: 13 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Transylvanian Hound: 11 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Pumi vs Border Collie vs Transylvanian Hound?
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 Border Collie can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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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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Pumi vs Border Collie vs Transylvanian Hound Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Pumi or Border Collie or Transylvanian Hound? Pumi vs Border Collie vs Transylvanian Hound energy level comparison:
Pumi dogs are high-energy dogs.
Border Collie dogs are high-energy dogs.
Transylvanian Hound dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Pumi vs Border Collie vs Transylvanian Hound exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Pumi or Border Collie or Transylvanian Hound? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Pumi dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Border Collie dogs need a lot of exercises.
Transylvanian Hound dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Pumi or Border Collie or Transylvanian Hound?
Pumi dogs don't need too much sleep.
Border Collie dogs don't need too much sleep.
Transylvanian Hound dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.

Pumi vs Border Collie vs Transylvanian Hound Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Pumi or Border Collie or Transylvanian Hound?
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. 2 to 2.5 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Pumi vs Border Collie vs Transylvanian Hound weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The Pumi has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Border Collie has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Transylvanian Hound has an average risk for obesity.
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Pumi vs Border Collie vs Transylvanian Hound Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Pumi vs Border Collie vs Transylvanian Hound coat comparison:
Wiry
Dense
Curly
Wavy
Dense
Feathered
Straight
Short
Moderately Long
Dense
Shiny
Smooth
Straight
Coarse
Flat
Short
Colors
What are the original Pumi, Border Collie and Transylvanian Hound color?
Black
White
Grey in various shades (normally, the colour at birth is black, turning grey with time)
Fawn. Primary colours: red, yellow, cream (a trace of black or grey and a distinct mask are desirable).
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
Brown
Tricolor
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Pumi or Border Collie or Transylvanian Hound? Pumi vs Border Collie vs Transylvanian Hound grooming comparison:
Average: The Pumi requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Border Collie requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Transylvanian Hound requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Pumi or Border Collie or Transylvanian Hound? Pumi or Border Collie or {name3 shedding:
Pumi dogs shed moderately.
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Border Collie dogs shed moderately.
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Transylvanian Hound dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Pumi or Border Collie or Transylvanian Hound?
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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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Hypoallergenic
Pumi vs Border Collie vs Transylvanian Hound hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
Yes See more. No See more. No See more.
Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Pumi vs Border Collie vs Transylvanian Hound?

Medium

The Pumi has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Border Collie has an average chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Transylvanian Hound has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Pumi is an average drooler.
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The Border Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Transylvanian Hound is an average drooler.
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Pumi vs Border Collie vs Transylvanian Hound Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Pumi dogs are generally with other pets.
Border Collie dogs are generally with other pets.
Transylvanian Hound dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Pumi or Border Collie or Transylvanian Hound? Which dog is more friendly?
Pumi dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Transylvanian Hound dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Pumi or Border Collie or Transylvanian Hound?
Pumi dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Border Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Transylvanian Hound dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Pumi or Border Collie or Transylvanian Hound?
Pumi dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Transylvanian Hound dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Pumi or Border Collie or Transylvanian Hound?
Pumi dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Transylvanian Hound dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Pumi vs Border Collie vs Transylvanian Hound?
Yes
Pumi 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
Transylvanian Hound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Pumi is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Border Collie is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Transylvanian Hound is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Pumis are usually recommended for elderly people.
Border Collies are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Transylvanian Hounds are commonly okay with elderly people.

Pumi vs Border Collie vs Transylvanian Hound 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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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Pumi or Border Collie or Transylvanian Hound? Which is better for autism?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a 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.

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 and Rescue Dog (SAR)
Which one could be a search and rescue dog?

Not really

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

Yes

This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: Pumi vs Border Collie vs Transylvanian Hound?

Not really

Pumi breed usually doesn't like 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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Not really

Transylvanian Hound 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.

Pumi vs Border Collie vs Transylvanian Hound 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 Pumi and Border Collie and Transylvanian Hound have?
4-6 puppies 4-8 puppies 4-6 puppies

Pumi vs Border Collie vs Transylvanian Hound Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2016 as a Herding breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1995 as a Herding breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
American Canine Registry
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
Foundation Stock Service
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
Dog Registry of America Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
United Kennel Club
Foundation Stock Service

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