Rough Collie vs Australian Shepherd Comparison – Which dog is better English Collie or Little Blue Dog?

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Name	Rough Collie	Australian Shepherd
Origins	Scotland	United States
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
Popularity Rank	40	17
Reviews	6	7
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Rough Collie and Australian Shepherd. What other names are these breeds known by?	English Collie Lassie Dog Long-Haired Collie Scottish Collie Collie	Little Blue Dog Aussie
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Rough Collie and an Australian Shepherd. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Purebred

Rough Collie vs Australian Shepherd Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Rough Collie or an Australian Shepherd? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Large	Large
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Rough Collie and an Australian Shepherd. Which breed is heavier?	Male: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg), Female: 53-65 pounds (24-29 kg)	Male: 50-65 pounds (25-29 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26 kg)	Male: 57.5 pounds (27 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Rough Collie or Australian Shepherd? Is a Rough Collie taller than an Australian Shepherd?	Male: 24–26 inch (60–66 cm), Female: 22–24 inch (55–61 cm)	Male: 20-23 inches (52-58cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46–53 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm)	Male: 21.5 inches (55 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (46–53 cm)

Rough Collie vs Australian Shepherd Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Rough Collie and an Australian Shepherd. Which breed costs more?	$400-$600	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Rough Collie or Australian Shepherd?	Very frequent: The Rough Collie is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Australian Shepherd is quite easy to get.

Rough Collie vs Australian Shepherd Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Rough Collie or an Australian Shepherd? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Very smart: Rough Collie is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Smart: The Australian Shepherd dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a Rough Collie or an Australian Shepherd? Compare training requirements.	Rough Collie dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Australian Shepherd 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 Rough Collie or an Australian Shepherd? Compare alertness levels.	Rough Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Rough Collie or an Australian Shepherd? Compare territorial behaviors.	Rough Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Rough Collie vs Australian Shepherd Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Rough Collie and an Australian Shepherd. How do their temperaments differ?	Protective Intelligent Friendly Responsive Docile Obedient Loyal Gentle Social Elegant Hard working Herding	Active Loving Protective Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Good-natured
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Rough Collie vs Australian Shepherd?	Sensitive: Rough Collie dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Sensitive: Australian Shepherd 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: Rough Collie vs Australian Shepherd?	High: Rough Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Australian Shepherd dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Rough Collie vs Australian Shepherd social needs comparison:	Rough Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Rough Collie vs Australian Shepherd?	Rough Collie dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Rough Collie vs Australian Shepherd? Which can be better for hunting?	Rough Collie dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Australian Shepherd 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

Rough Collie vs Australian Shepherd Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Rough Collie or an Australian Shepherd? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Low to Average: The Rough Collie rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Australian Shepherd rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: a Rough Collie or an Australian Shepherd? Compare play drive and energy.	The Rough Collie is a playful breed. See more.	The Australian Shepherd is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a Rough Collie or an Australian Shepherd? 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 Rough Collie 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 Australian Shepherd indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Rough Collie vs Australian Shepherd Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Rough Collie vs Australian Shepherd Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Rough Collie vs Australian Shepherd Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Rough Collie or an Australian Shepherd? Compare average lifespans.	14-16 years The average lifespan of Rough Collie: 15 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Australian Shepherd: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Rough Collie or an Australian Shepherd? Compare climate tolerances.	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 Australian Shepherd can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between a Rough Collie and an Australian Shepherd. Which breed is healthier?	The Rough Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Australian Shepherd is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Rough Collie vs Australian Shepherd?	Average The Rough Collie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Australian Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Rough Collie vs Australian Shepherd? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Rough Collie vs Australian Shepherd health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Drug Sensitivity Collie Eye Anomaly Gray Collie Syndrome	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Deafness Drug Sensitivity Elbow Dysplasia Distichiasis Collie Eye Anomaly Detached Retina Nasal Solar Dermatitis Osteochondrosis Dissecans Persistent Pupillary Membranes

Rough Collie vs Australian Shepherd Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: a Rough Collie or an Australian Shepherd? Compare activity levels.	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.	Australian Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Rough Collie vs Australian Shepherd exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Rough Collie or Australian Shepherd? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Rough Collie dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Australian Shepherd dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Rough Collie or Australian Shepherd?	Rough Collie dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Australian Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Rough Collie vs Australian Shepherd Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Rough Collie or an Australian Shepherd? Compare obesity risks.	Average: The Rough Collie has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Australian Shepherd's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Food Consumption Which eats more: a Rough Collie or an Australian Shepherd? Compare daily food needs.	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Rough Collie vs Australian Shepherd Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Rough Collie or an Australian Shepherd? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors What color variations exist for Rough Collie and Australian Shepherd? Compare breed colors.	White Sable Merle Black & White & Tan Blue & Merle Blue & Merle & White Sable & White White & Merle	Black Red Blue Merle
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Rough Collie or an Australian Shepherd? Compare maintenance needs.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Average: The Australian Shepherd requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: a Rough Collie or an Australian Shepherd? Compare drooling amounts.	The Rough Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Australian Shepherd is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a Rough Collie or an Australian Shepherd? Compare natural smell levels.	Medium ⏺ The Rough Collie has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Australian Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Rough Collie and an Australian Shepherd? Compare fur types.	Rough Soft Thick Straight Harsh Furry	Feathered
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Rough Collie or an Australian Shepherd? Compare bathing frequencies.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. 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 Rough Collie or Australian Shepherd? Do Rough Collie dogs shed more than Australian Shepherd dogs?	Rough Collie dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Rough Collie vs Australian Shepherd Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a Rough Collie or an Australian Shepherd? Compare kid-friendliness.	Rough Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Australian Shepherd dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Rough Collie dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Australian Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Rough Collie or Australian Shepherd? Which dog is more friendly?	Rough Collie dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Australian Shepherd dogs are not the most 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 Rough Collie or Australian Shepherd?	Rough Collie dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Australian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Rough Collie or Australian Shepherd? Can a Rough Collie and an Australian Shepherd be friends? Do Rough Collie dogs get along with Australian Shepherd dogs?	Rough Collie dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Australian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Rough Collie vs Australian Shepherd?	Yes Rough Collie dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Australian Shepherd dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Rough Collie is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Australian Shepherd is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Rough Collies are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Australian Shepherds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Rough Collie vs Australian Shepherd As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Rough Collie or an Australian Shepherd? 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 Rough Collie or an Australian Shepherd? 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.
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Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: a Rough Collie or an Australian Shepherd? Compare scenting abilities.	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 Which is better for search and rescue: a Rough Collie or an Australian Shepherd? 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 Rough Collie or an Australian Shepherd? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really Rough Collie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Australian Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a Rough Collie or an Australian Shepherd? Compare draft work capabilities.	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.
Military Service Background Compare military history between Rough Collie and Australian Shepherd. Which has stronger military background?	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.

Rough Collie vs Australian Shepherd Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Rough Collie and Australian Shepherd. Which has larger litters?	4-8 puppies	6-9 puppies, average 7
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Rough Collie and Australian Shepherd breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Rough Collie and Australian Shepherd. 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.

Rough Collie vs Australian Shepherd Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Rough Collie and Australian Shepherd. Which groups do they belong to?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1991 as a Herding breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Rough Collie and Australian Shepherd. Which groups are they in?	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.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Rough Collie and Australian Shepherd. 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	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Australian Shepherd Club Of America

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Brieanna
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I have found that the Rough Collie is the perfect dog for me, the Australian Shepherd is very good, and the Brittany I will cross off my list. Thank you for the informative, well-organised comparisons!!!