Rottweiler vs Scotch Collie Comparison – Which dog is better Rott or Old Farm Collie?

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Name	Rottweiler	Scotch Collie
Origins	Germany	Scotland
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Group	Working Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Rottweiler and Scotch Collie. What other names are these breeds known by?	Rott Rottie	Old Farm Collie Scottish Collie Farm Collie
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Rottweiler and a Scotch Collie. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Purebred

Rottweiler vs Scotch Collie Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Rottweiler or a Scotch Collie? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Large Giant	Large
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Rottweiler and a Scotch Collie. Which breed is heavier?	Male: 95-130 pounds (43-59 kg), Female: 85-115 pounds (38-52 kg)	Male: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 112.5 pounds (51 kg), Female: 100 pounds (45 kg)	Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Rottweiler or Scotch Collie? Is a Rottweiler taller than a Scotch Collie?	Male: 24-27 inches (61-69 cm), Female: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm)	Male: 21-24 inches (53-61 cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51-56 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: 22.5 inches (57 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)

Rottweiler vs Scotch Collie Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Rottweiler and a Scotch Collie. Which breed costs more?	$1200-$2000	$700-$900
Availability Which is easier to get, Rottweiler or Scotch Collie?	Very frequent: The Rottweiler 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 Scotch Collie Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Rottweiler or a Scotch Collie? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Outstanding: Rottweiler is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Smart: The Scotch Collie dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a Rottweiler or a Scotch Collie? Compare training requirements.	Rottweiler dogs are easy to train. See more.	Scotch Collie dogs are very easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: a Rottweiler or a Scotch Collie? Compare alertness levels.	Rottweiler dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Scotch Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Rottweiler or a Scotch Collie? Compare territorial behaviors.	Rottweiler dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Scotch Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Rottweiler vs Scotch Collie Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Rottweiler and a Scotch Collie. How do their temperaments differ?	Independent Protective Alert Courageous Intelligent Loyal Fearless Good-natured	Protective Intelligent Friendly Responsive Loyal Gentle Social
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Rottweiler vs Scotch Collie?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Scotch Collie dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Rottweiler vs Scotch Collie?	Average: Rottweiler dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Scotch Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Rottweiler vs Scotch Collie social needs comparison:	Rottweiler dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Scotch Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Rottweiler vs Scotch Collie?	Rottweiler dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Scotch Collie dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Rottweiler vs Scotch Collie? Which can be better for hunting?	Rottweiler dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Scotch Collie dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Rottweiler vs Scotch Collie Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Rottweiler or a Scotch Collie? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Low: The Rottweiler barks none to minimal. See more.	Average to High: The Scotch Collie is a vocal breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: a Rottweiler or a Scotch Collie? Compare play drive and energy.	Average: Rottweilers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Scotch Collie is a playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a Rottweiler or a Scotch Collie? Compare living space needs.	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 Scotch Collie indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Rottweiler vs Scotch Collie Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a Rottweiler or a Scotch Collie? Compare adaptability levels.	Average: Rottweiler dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Scotch Collie dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Rottweiler or Scotch Collie?	Rottweiler dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Scotch Collie dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Rottweiler vs Scotch Collie Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: a Rottweiler or a Scotch Collie? Compare biting tendencies.	High 🔼 The Rottweiler has a high chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Scotch Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: a Rottweiler or a Scotch Collie? Compare mouthing behaviors.	Rottweiler dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Scotch Collie dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: a Rottweiler or a Scotch Collie? Compare bite force PSI.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Rottweiler bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Scotch Collie bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Rottweiler vs Scotch Collie Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Rottweiler or a Scotch Collie? Compare average lifespans.	8-12 years The average lifespan of Rottweiler: 10 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Scotch Collie: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Rottweiler or a Scotch Collie? Compare climate tolerances.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between a Rottweiler and a Scotch Collie. Which breed is healthier?	The Rottweiler is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Scotch Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Rottweiler vs Scotch Collie?	Average The Rottweiler should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Scotch Collie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Rottweiler vs Scotch Collie? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Rottweiler vs Scotch Collie health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Hypothyroidism Bloat Elbow Dysplasia Panosteitis Aortic Stenosis Osteosarcoma Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis	No data available

Rottweiler vs Scotch Collie Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: a Rottweiler or a Scotch Collie? Compare activity levels.	Rottweiler dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Scotch Collie dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Rottweiler vs Scotch Collie exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Rottweiler or Scotch Collie? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Rottweiler dogs have an average exercise need.	Scotch Collie dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Rottweiler or Scotch Collie?	Rottweiler dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Scotch Collie dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Rottweiler vs Scotch Collie Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Rottweiler or a Scotch Collie? Compare obesity risks.	High: The Rottweiler breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average: The Scotch Collie has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Food Consumption Which eats more: a Rottweiler or a Scotch Collie? Compare daily food needs.	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.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Rottweiler vs Scotch Collie Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Rottweiler or a Scotch Collie? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors What color variations exist for Rottweiler and Scotch Collie? Compare breed colors.	Black Tan Rust Mahogany	White Sable Blue & Merle Black & White
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Rottweiler or a Scotch Collie? Compare maintenance needs.	Effortless: The Rottweiler requires minimal grooming. See more.	Advanced: The Scotch Collie requires a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: a Rottweiler or a Scotch Collie? Compare drooling amounts.	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 Scotch Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a Rottweiler or a Scotch Collie? Compare natural smell levels.	Medium ⏺ The Rottweiler has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Scotch Collie has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Rottweiler and a Scotch Collie? Compare fur types.	Dense	Dense Thick Flat
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Rottweiler or a Scotch Collie? Compare bathing frequencies.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Rottweiler or Scotch Collie? Do Rottweiler dogs shed more than Scotch Collie dogs?	Rottweiler dogs shed moderately. See more.	Scotch Collie dogs are heavy shedders. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Rottweiler vs Scotch Collie Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a Rottweiler or a Scotch Collie? Compare kid-friendliness.	Rottweiler dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	Scotch Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Rottweiler dogs are generally with other pets.	Scotch Collie dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Rottweiler or Scotch Collie? Which dog is more friendly?	Rottweiler dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.	Scotch Collie dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Rottweiler or Scotch Collie?	Rottweiler dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Scotch Collie dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Rottweiler or Scotch Collie? Can a Rottweiler and a Scotch Collie be friends? Do Rottweiler dogs get along with Scotch Collie dogs?	Rottweiler dogs are not dog-friendly.	Scotch Collie dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Rottweiler vs Scotch Collie?	Yes Rottweiler dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Scotch Collie 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 Scotch Collie 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.	Scotch Collies are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Rottweiler vs Scotch Collie As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Rottweiler or a Scotch Collie? Compare service capabilities.	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 Work Suitability Which is better for therapy work: a Rottweiler or a Scotch Collie? Compare therapy capabilities.	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
Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: a Rottweiler or a Scotch Collie? Compare scenting abilities.	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.
Search & Rescue Potential Which is better for search and rescue: a Rottweiler or a Scotch Collie? Compare SAR abilities.	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.
Maritime Work Ability Which is better on boats: a Rottweiler or a Scotch Collie? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really Rottweiler breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Scotch Collie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a Rottweiler or a Scotch Collie? Compare draft work capabilities.	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.
Military Service Background Compare military history between Rottweiler and Scotch Collie. Which has stronger military background?	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Rottweiler vs Scotch Collie Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Rottweiler and Scotch Collie. Which has larger litters?	8-12 puppies	8-12 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Rottweiler and Scotch Collie breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Rottweiler and Scotch Collie. Which needs longer recovery?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Rottweiler vs Scotch Collie Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Rottweiler and Scotch Collie. Which groups do they belong to?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1931 as a Working breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Rottweiler and Scotch Collie. Which groups are they in?	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Rottweiler and Scotch Collie. Which is more widely recognized?	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	Dog Registry of America Inc.

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