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Name	Rottweiler	Rough Collie	Russo-European Laika
Origins	Germany	Scotland	Russia
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Group	Working Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Rott Rottie	English Collie Lassie Dog Long-Haired Collie Scottish Collie Collie	Laika Russko-Evropeiskaya Laika
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Rottweiler vs Rough Collie vs Russo-European Laika breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Rottweiler vs Rough Collie vs Russo-European Laika Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Rottweiler or Rough Collie or Russo-European Laika? Which is the smallest dog, Rottweiler or Rough Collie or Russo-European Laika?	Large Giant	Large	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Rottweiler or Rough Collie or Rough Collie? Rottweiler vs Rough Collie vs Russo-European Laika weight comparison:	Male: 95-130 pounds (43-59 kg), Female: 85-115 pounds (38-52 kg)	Male: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg), Female: 53-65 pounds (24-29 kg)	Male: 15-35 pounds (7-16 kg), Female: 13-33 pounds (6-15 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 112.5 pounds (51 kg), Female: 100 pounds (45 kg)	Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26 kg)	Male: 25 pounds (11.5 kg), Female: 23 pounds (10.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Rottweiler or Rough Collie or Russo-European Laika? Rottweiler vs Rough Collie vs Russo-European Laika height comparison:	Male: 24-27 inches (61-69 cm), Female: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm)	Male: 24–26 inch (60–66 cm), Female: 22–24 inch (55–61 cm)	Male: 22 - 24 inches (50 – 60 cm), Female: 20 - 22 inches (50 - 55 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: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)

Rottweiler vs Rough Collie vs Russo-European Laika Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Rottweiler or Rough Collie or Russo-European Laika? Which is more expensive?	$1200-$2000	$400-$600	Unknown
Availability Which is easier to get, Rottweiler or Rough Collie or Russo-European Laika?	Very frequent: The Rottweiler is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Rough Collie 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.

Rottweiler vs Rough Collie vs Russo-European Laika Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Rottweiler vs Rough Collie vs Russo-European Laika intelligence:	Outstanding: Rottweiler is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Very smart: Rough Collie is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Very smart: Russo-European Laika is an excellent dog breed. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Rottweiler vs Rough Collie vs Russo-European Laika trainability comparison.	Rottweiler dogs are easy to train. See more.	Rough Collie dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Russo-European Laika dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Rottweiler or Rough Collie or Russo-European Laika?	Rottweiler dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Rough Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Russo-European Laika dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Rottweiler or Rough Collie or Russo-European Laika? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Rottweiler dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Rough Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Russo-European Laika dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List

Rottweiler vs Rough Collie vs Russo-European Laika Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Rottweiler or Rough Collie or Russo-European Laika? Rottweiler vs Rough Collie vs Russo-European Laika behavior/temperament comparison:	Independent Protective Alert Courageous Intelligent Loyal Fearless Good-natured	Protective Intelligent Friendly Responsive Docile Obedient Loyal Gentle Social Elegant Hard working Herding	Stubborn Independent Agile Alert Intelligent Affectionate Territorial Bold Cheerful Resourceful
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Rough Collie dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Russo-European Laika dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Rottweiler vs Rough Collie vs Russo-European Laika?	Average: Rottweiler dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Rough Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Russo-European Laika dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Rottweiler vs Rough Collie vs Russo-European Laika social needs comparison:	Rottweiler dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Rough Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Russo-European Laika dogs are kinda antisocial. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Rottweiler dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Rough Collie dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Russo-European Laika dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
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. See more.	Rough Collie dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Russo-European Laika dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Rottweiler vs Rough Collie vs Russo-European Laika Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Rottweiler vs Rough Collie vs Russo-European Laika playfulness comparison:	Average: Rottweilers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Rough Collie is a playful breed. See more.	The Russo-European Laika is a highly playful breed. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Rottweiler vs Rough Collie vs Russo-European Laika?	Low: The Rottweiler barks none to minimal. See more.	Low to Average: The Rough Collie rarely barks. See more.	A lot: Russo-European Laika is a particularly loud breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Rottweiler or Rough Collie or Russo-European Laika?	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 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.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Russo-European Laika breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Rottweiler vs Rough Collie vs Russo-European Laika Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Rottweiler dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Rough Collie dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Average: Russo-European Laika dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Rottweiler or Rough Collie or Russo-European Laika?	Rottweiler dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Rough Collie dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Russo-European Laika dogs handle alone time quite well.

Rottweiler vs Rough Collie vs Russo-European Laika Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Rottweiler or Rough Collie or Russo-European Laika?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Rottweiler bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Rough Collie bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Russo-European Laika bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	High 🔼 The Rottweiler has a high chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Rough Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Russo-European Laika has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Rottweiler vs Rough Collie vs Russo-European Laika mouthiness comparison:	Rottweiler dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Rough Collie dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Russo-European Laika dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Rottweiler vs Rough Collie vs Russo-European Laika Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Rottweiler vs Rough Collie vs Russo-European Laika health comparison. Which is the healthier: Rottweiler vs Rough Collie vs Russo-European Laika?	The Rottweiler is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Rough Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Very healthy dog breed.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Rottweiler vs Rough Collie vs Russo-European Laika? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Rottweiler vs Rough Collie vs Russo-European Laika health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Hypothyroidism Bloat Elbow Dysplasia Panosteitis Aortic Stenosis Osteosarcoma Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Drug Sensitivity Collie Eye Anomaly Gray Collie Syndrome	No data available
Veterinarian Visits 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 Rough Collie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Russo-European Laika should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Rottweiler vs Rough Collie vs Russo-European Laika lifespan comparison. How long do Rottweiler, Rough Collie and Russo-European Laika breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	8-12 years The average lifespan of Rottweiler: 10 years	14-16 years The average lifespan of Rough Collie: 15 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Russo-European Laika: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Rottweiler vs Rough Collie vs Russo-European Laika?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	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. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Russo-European Laika can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Rottweiler vs Rough Collie vs Russo-European Laika Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Rottweiler vs Rough Collie vs Russo-European Laika Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Rottweiler or Rough Collie or Russo-European Laika?	Recommended daily amount: 4 to 10 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.	1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Rottweiler vs Rough Collie vs Russo-European Laika weight gain potential comparison:	High: The Rottweiler breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average: The Rough Collie has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Russo-European Laika has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Rottweiler vs Rough Collie vs Russo-European Laika Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Rottweiler vs Rough Collie vs Russo-European Laika coat comparison:	Dense	Rough Soft Thick Straight Harsh Furry	Dense Thick Double
Colors What are the original Rottweiler, Rough Collie and Russo-European Laika color?	Black Tan Rust Mahogany	White Sable Merle Black & White & Tan Blue & Merle Blue & Merle & White Sable & White White & Merle	Black White Grey Pepper Salt Dark & White Patches
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Rottweiler or Rough Collie or Russo-European Laika? Rottweiler vs Rough Collie vs Russo-European Laika grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Rottweiler requires minimal grooming. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Average: The Russo-European Laika requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Rottweiler or Rough Collie or Russo-European Laika? Rottweiler or Rough Collie or {name3 shedding:	Rottweiler dogs shed moderately. See more.	Rough Collie dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Russo-European Laika dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Rottweiler or Rough Collie or Russo-European Laika?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Rottweiler vs Rough Collie vs Russo-European Laika hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Rottweiler vs Rough Collie vs Russo-European Laika?	Medium ⏺ The Rottweiler has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Rough Collie has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Russo-European Laika has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the 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. See more.	The Rough Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Russo-European Laika is an average drooler. See more.

Rottweiler vs Rough Collie vs Russo-European Laika Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Rottweiler dogs are generally with other pets.	Rough Collie dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Russo-European Laika dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Rottweiler or Rough Collie or Russo-European Laika? Which dog is more friendly?	Rottweiler dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.	Rough Collie dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Russo-European Laika dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Rottweiler or Rough Collie or Russo-European Laika?	Rottweiler dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	Rough Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Russo-European Laika dogs are not kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Rottweiler or Rough Collie or Russo-European Laika?	Rottweiler dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Rough Collie dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Russo-European Laika dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Rottweiler or Rough Collie or Russo-European Laika?	Rottweiler dogs are not dog-friendly.	Rough Collie dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Russo-European Laika dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Rottweiler vs Rough Collie vs Russo-European Laika?	Yes Rottweiler 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.	Yes Russo-European Laika 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 Rough Collie is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Russo-European Laika 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.	Rough Collies are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Russo-European Laikas are not recommended for elderly people.

Rottweiler vs Rough Collie vs Russo-European Laika As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Rottweiler or Rough Collie or Russo-European Laika? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
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.	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.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Rottweiler vs Rough Collie vs Russo-European Laika?	Not really Rottweiler breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Rough Collie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Russo-European Laika breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military 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.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Rottweiler vs Rough Collie vs Russo-European Laika 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. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Rottweiler and Rough Collie and Russo-European Laika have?	8-12 puppies	4-8 puppies	3-6 puppies
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Rottweiler vs Rough Collie vs Russo-European Laika Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1931 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 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 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 Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Hunting Dogs 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 Colonial Rottweiler Club Deutscher Rottweiler Klub International Rottweiler Club	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	No data available

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