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Rottweiler vs Border Collie vs Doberman Pinscher Comparison - Dog breed selector: Rott or Sheepdog or Doberman? Find the right dog for you

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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Rottweiler, Border Collie, and Doberman Pinscher breeds.
Rott
Rottie
Sheepdog
Scotch Sheep Dog
Doberman
Dobermann
Dobynm
Dobie
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Rottweiler, Border Collie, and Doberman Pinscher? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Rottweiler vs Border Collie vs Doberman Pinscher Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Rottweiler, Border Collie, and Doberman Pinscher. Which breed is the largest?
Large
Giant
Large Medium
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Rottweiler, Border Collie, and Doberman Pinscher? Compare adult weight ranges.
Male: 95-130 pounds (43-59 kg), Female: 85-115 pounds (38-52 kg) Male: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg), Female: 27-42 pounds (12-19 kg) Male: 88-99 pounds (40-45 kg), Female: 71-77 pounds (32-35 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 112.5 pounds (51 kg), Female: 100 pounds (45 kg) Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Female: 34.5 pounds (15.5 kg) Male: 93.5 pounds (42.5 kg), Female: 74 pounds (33.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Rottweiler or Border Collie or Doberman Pinscher? Rottweiler vs Border Collie vs Doberman Pinscher height comparison:
Male: 24-27 inches (61-69 cm), Female: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm) Male: 19-22 inches (48-56 cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46-53 cm) Male: 26-28 inches (66-71cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 25.5 inches (65 cm), Female: 23.5 inches (59.5 cm) Male: 20.5 inches (52 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (49.5 cm) Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm)

Rottweiler vs Border Collie vs Doberman Pinscher Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Rottweiler, Border Collie, and Doberman Pinscher. Find price differences between these breeds.
$1200-$2000 $600-$800 $800-$1000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Rottweiler or Border Collie or Doberman Pinscher?
Very frequent: The Rottweiler is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Border Collie is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Doberman Pinscher is quite easy to get.

Rottweiler vs Border Collie vs Doberman Pinscher Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Rottweiler, Border Collie, and Doberman Pinscher. Which breed ranks highest?
Outstanding: Rottweiler is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Outstanding: Border Collie is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Outstanding: Doberman Pinscher is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Rottweiler, Border Collie, and Doberman Pinscher. Which is easiest to train?
Rottweiler dogs are easy to train.
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Border Collie dogs are easy to train.
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Doberman Pinscher dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Rottweiler, Border Collie, and Doberman Pinscher. Which breed is most alert?
Rottweiler dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Border Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Doberman Pinscher dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Rottweiler, Border Collie, and Doberman Pinscher. Which breed is most protective?
Rottweiler dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Border Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Doberman Pinscher dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Rottweiler vs Border Collie vs Doberman Pinscher Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Rottweiler, Border Collie, and Doberman Pinscher? Compare temperaments.
Independent
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Loyal
Fearless
Good-natured
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Responsive
Loyal
Tenacious
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Obedient
Loyal
Fearless
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: Border Collie dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Sensitive: Doberman Pinscher 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: Rottweiler vs Border Collie vs Doberman Pinscher?
Average: Rottweiler dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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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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High: Doberman Pinscher dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Rottweiler vs Border Collie vs Doberman Pinscher social needs comparison:
Rottweiler dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Border Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Doberman Pinscher dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Rottweiler dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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Border Collie dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Doberman Pinscher dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Rottweiler dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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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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Their prey drive is low.
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Rottweiler vs Border Collie vs Doberman Pinscher Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Rottweiler, Border Collie, and Doberman Pinscher. Which breed is most vocal?
Low: The Rottweiler barks none to minimal.
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Low to Average: The Border Collie rarely barks.
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Low to Average: The Doberman Pinscher rarely barks.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Rottweiler, Border Collie, and Doberman Pinscher. Which breed is most playful?
Average: Rottweilers, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Border Collie is a highly playful breed.
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Average: Doberman Pinschers, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Rottweiler, Border Collie, and Doberman Pinscher. Which adapts best to small spaces?
It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Rottweiler indoors.
It is not recommended to keep the Border Collie breed in the home.
Very house-friendly dog the Doberman Pinscher breed.

Rottweiler vs Border Collie vs Doberman Pinscher Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Rottweiler, Border Collie, and Doberman Pinscher. Which breed is most flexible?
Average: Rottweiler dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Border Collie dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Doberman Pinscher dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Rottweiler or Border Collie or Doberman Pinscher?
Rottweiler 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.

Rottweiler vs Border Collie vs Doberman Pinscher Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Rottweiler, Border Collie, and Doberman Pinscher. Which has lowest bite risk?

High 🔼

The Rottweiler has a high chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Border Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.

Moderate

The Doberman Pinscher has an average chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Rottweiler, Border Collie, and Doberman Pinscher. Which uses mouth most during play?
Rottweiler 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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Doberman Pinscher dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Rottweiler, Border Collie, and Doberman Pinscher. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Rottweiler bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Border Collie bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Doberman Pinscher bite force: Ordinary.

Rottweiler vs Border Collie vs Doberman Pinscher Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Rottweiler, Border Collie, and Doberman Pinscher. Which breed lives longest?
8-12 years
The average lifespan of Rottweiler: 10 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Border Collie: 13 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Doberman Pinscher: 11 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Rottweiler, Border Collie, and Doberman Pinscher. Which handles climate changes best?
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 Border Collie can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers warm weather
Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates.
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Rottweiler, Border Collie, and Doberman Pinscher. Which has fewer health issues?
The Rottweiler 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.
Doberman Pinschers are commonly healthy dogs.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Rottweiler 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.
Rare
The Doberman Pinscher should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Rottweiler vs Border Collie vs Doberman Pinscher? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Rottweiler vs Border Collie vs Doberman Pinscher health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Bloat
Elbow Dysplasia
Panosteitis
Aortic Stenosis
Osteosarcoma
Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Collie Eye Anomaly
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Wobbler's Syndrome
Cardiomyopathy

Rottweiler vs Border Collie vs Doberman Pinscher Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Rottweiler vs Border Collie vs Doberman Pinscher Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Rottweiler, Border Collie, and Doberman Pinscher. Which is most prone to obesity?
High: The Rottweiler breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Average: The Border Collie has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Doberman Pinscher has an average risk for obesity.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Rottweiler, Border Collie, and Doberman Pinscher. Which needs most food?
Recommended daily amount: 4 to 10 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. 5 to 6 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

Rottweiler vs Border Collie vs Doberman Pinscher Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Rottweiler, Border Collie, and Doberman Pinscher. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Rottweiler, Border Collie, and Doberman Pinscher. What colors are available?
Black
Tan
Rust
Mahogany
Black
Tan
Red
Sable
Brindle
Lilac
Gold
Seal
White & Red
Slate
Sable Merle
Black & White
Tricolor
Blue merle
Blue merle-tricolor
Slate merle
Red merle
Saddleback Sable
White & Blue
White & Blue Merle
White & Red Merle
White Ticked
White & Gold
White & Sable
White & Seal
Black
Tan
Red
Blue
White
Brown
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Rottweiler, Border Collie, and Doberman Pinscher. Which requires most maintenance?
Effortless: The Rottweiler requires minimal grooming.
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Average: The Border Collie requires average grooming effort.
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Easy to groom: The Doberman Pinscher doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Rottweiler, Border Collie, and Doberman Pinscher. Which drools least?
The Rottweiler drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed.
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The Border Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Doberman Pinscher drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Rottweiler, Border Collie, and Doberman Pinscher. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The Rottweiler has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Border Collie has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Doberman Pinscher has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Rottweiler, Border Collie, and Doberman Pinscher. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Dense Dense
Feathered
Straight
Short
Moderately Long
Fine
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Rottweiler, Border Collie, and Doberman Pinscher. Which requires most frequent baths?
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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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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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 Rottweiler or Border Collie or Doberman Pinscher? Rottweiler or Border Collie or {name3 shedding:
Rottweiler dogs shed moderately.
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Border Collie dogs shed moderately.
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Doberman Pinscher dogs shed moderately.
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Rottweiler vs Border Collie vs Doberman Pinscher Good With Comparison

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

Rottweiler vs Border Collie vs Doberman Pinscher As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Rottweiler, Border Collie, and Doberman Pinscher. 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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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Rottweiler, Border Collie, and Doberman Pinscher. 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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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Rottweiler, Border Collie, and Doberman Pinscher. 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 Rottweiler, Border Collie, and Doberman Pinscher. 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 Rottweiler, Border Collie, and Doberman Pinscher. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

Rottweiler 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

Doberman Pinscher breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Rottweiler, Border Collie, and Doberman Pinscher. Which is best for draft work?

Yes

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 Rottweiler, Border Collie, and Doberman Pinscher. Which has most military use?

Yes

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

Not really

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

Yes

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

Rottweiler vs Border Collie vs Doberman Pinscher Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Rottweiler, Border Collie, and Doberman Pinscher. Which has most puppies?
8-12 puppies 4-8 puppies 6-10 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Rottweiler, Border Collie, and Doberman Pinscher. Any breeding differences?
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Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Rottweiler, Border Collie, and Doberman Pinscher. 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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Rottweiler vs Border Collie vs Doberman Pinscher Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Rottweiler, Border Collie, and Doberman Pinscher. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1931 as a Working breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1995 as a Herding breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1908 as a Working breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Rottweiler, Border Collie, and Doberman Pinscher. How are they classified internationally?
Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section. Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Pinscher and Schnauzer type section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Rottweiler, Border Collie, and Doberman Pinscher. 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
Colonial Rottweiler Club
Deutscher Rottweiler Klub
International Rottweiler Club
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
The American Int. Border Collie Registry
The American Border Collie Association
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Canadian Canine Registry

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