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Rough Collie vs Australian Shepherd vs Cavapoo Comparison - Dog breed selector: English Collie or Little Blue Dog or Cavoodle? Find the right dog for you

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Name Rough Collie Australian Shepherd Cavapoo
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
English Collie
Lassie Dog
Long-Haired Collie
Scottish Collie
Collie
Little Blue Dog
Aussie
Cavoodle
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Rough Collie vs Australian Shepherd vs Cavapoo breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Cross Breed

Rough Collie vs Australian Shepherd vs Cavapoo Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Rough Collie or Australian Shepherd or Cavapoo? Which is the smallest dog, Rough Collie or Australian Shepherd or Cavapoo?
Large Large Small
Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Rough Collie or Australian Shepherd or Australian Shepherd? Rough Collie vs Australian Shepherd vs Cavapoo weight comparison:
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) 12-24 pounds (5.4-11 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) 18 pounds (5.7.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Rough Collie or Australian Shepherd or Cavapoo? Rough Collie vs Australian Shepherd vs Cavapoo height comparison:
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) 11-18 inches (28-45 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) 14.5 inches (36.5 cm)

Rough Collie vs Australian Shepherd vs Cavapoo Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Rough Collie or Australian Shepherd or Cavapoo? Which is more expensive?
$400-$600 $600-$800 $1200-$1800
Availability
Which is easier to get, Rough Collie or Australian Shepherd or Cavapoo?
Very frequent: The Rough Collie is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Australian Shepherd 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.

Rough Collie vs Australian Shepherd vs Cavapoo Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Rough Collie vs Australian Shepherd vs Cavapoo intelligence:
Very smart: Rough Collie is an excellent dog breed.
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Smart: The Australian Shepherd dogs have great intelligence.
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Very smart: Cavapoo is an excellent dog breed.
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Trainability
Rough Collie vs Australian Shepherd vs Cavapoo trainability comparison.
Rough Collie dogs are very easy to train.
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Australian Shepherd dogs are very easy to train.
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Cavapoo dogs are very easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Rough Collie or Australian Shepherd or Cavapoo?
Rough Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Australian Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Cavapoo dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Rough Collie or Australian Shepherd or Cavapoo? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Rough Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Australian Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Cavapoo dogs are not the best to protect their territory.
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Rough Collie vs Australian Shepherd vs Cavapoo Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Rough Collie or Australian Shepherd or Cavapoo? Rough Collie vs Australian Shepherd vs Cavapoo behavior/temperament comparison:
Protective
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Docile
Obedient
Loyal
Gentle
Social
Elegant
Hard working
Herding
Active
Loving
Protective
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Good-natured
Loving
Intelligent
Gentle
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Sensitive: Rough Collie dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Sensitive: Australian Shepherd 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: Rough Collie vs Australian Shepherd vs Cavapoo?
High: Rough Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: Australian Shepherd dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: Cavapoo dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Rough Collie vs Australian Shepherd vs Cavapoo social needs comparison:
Rough Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Australian Shepherd dogs are a social breed.
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Cavapoo dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Rough Collie dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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Australian Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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Cavapoo 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?
Rough Collie dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Australian Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Cavapoo 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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Rough Collie vs Australian Shepherd vs Cavapoo Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Rough Collie vs Australian Shepherd vs Cavapoo playfulness comparison:
The Rough Collie is a playful breed.
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The Australian Shepherd is a highly playful breed.
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Average: Cavapoos, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Rough Collie vs Australian Shepherd vs Cavapoo?
Low to Average: The Rough Collie rarely barks.
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Low to Average: The Australian Shepherd rarely barks.
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Average: The Cavapoo barks occasionally.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Rough Collie or Australian Shepherd or Cavapoo?
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.
Very house-friendly dog the Cavapoo breed.

Rough Collie vs Australian Shepherd vs Cavapoo Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
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.
Cavapoo dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Rough Collie or Australian Shepherd or Cavapoo?
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.
Cavapoo dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Rough Collie vs Australian Shepherd vs Cavapoo Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Rough Collie or Australian Shepherd or Cavapoo?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Rough Collie bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Australian Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Cavapoo bite force: Weak.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Rough Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Australian Shepherd has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

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

Health Issues
Rough Collie vs Australian Shepherd vs Cavapoo health comparison. Which is the healthier: Rough Collie vs Australian Shepherd vs Cavapoo?
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.
Very healthy dog breed.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Rough Collie vs Australian Shepherd vs Cavapoo? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Rough Collie vs Australian Shepherd vs Cavapoo 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
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
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.
Rare
The Cavapoo should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Life Expectancy
Rough Collie vs Australian Shepherd vs Cavapoo lifespan comparison. How long do Rough Collie, Australian Shepherd and Cavapoo breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
14-16 years
The average lifespan of Rough Collie: 15 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Australian Shepherd: 13 years
9-15 years
The average lifespan of Cavapoo: 12 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Rough Collie vs Australian Shepherd vs Cavapoo?
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.
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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.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Cavapoo can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Rough Collie vs Australian Shepherd vs Cavapoo Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Rough Collie or Australian Shepherd or Cavapoo? Rough Collie vs Australian Shepherd vs Cavapoo energy level comparison:
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.
Cavapoo dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Rough Collie vs Australian Shepherd vs Cavapoo exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Rough Collie or Australian Shepherd or Cavapoo? 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.
Cavapoo dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Rough Collie or Australian Shepherd or Cavapoo?
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.
Cavapoo dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.

Rough Collie vs Australian Shepherd vs Cavapoo Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Rough Collie or Australian Shepherd or Cavapoo?
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. 0.5 to 1.5 cups 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? Rough Collie vs Australian Shepherd vs Cavapoo weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The Rough Collie has an average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Australian Shepherd's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Cavapoo's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Rough Collie vs Australian Shepherd vs Cavapoo Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Rough Collie vs Australian Shepherd vs Cavapoo coat comparison:
Rough
Soft
Thick
Straight
Harsh
Furry
Feathered Curly
Wavy
Straight
Colors
What are the original Rough Collie, Australian Shepherd and Cavapoo color?
White
Sable
Merle
Black & White & Tan
Blue & Merle
Blue & Merle & White
Sable & White
White & Merle
Black
Red
Blue
Merle
Black
Cream
White
Sable
Tricolor
Chestnut
Apricot
Red sable
Phantom
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Rough Collie or Australian Shepherd or Cavapoo? Rough Collie vs Australian Shepherd vs Cavapoo grooming comparison:
Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Average: The Australian Shepherd requires average grooming effort.
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Advanced: The Cavapoo requires a lot of grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Rough Collie or Australian Shepherd or Cavapoo? Rough Collie or Australian Shepherd or {name3 shedding:
Rough Collie dogs are heavy shedders.
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Australian Shepherd dogs shed moderately.
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Cavapoo dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Rough Collie or Australian Shepherd or Cavapoo?
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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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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Hypoallergenic
Rough Collie vs Australian Shepherd vs Cavapoo hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Rough Collie vs Australian Shepherd vs Cavapoo?

Medium

The Rough Collie has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Australian Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Cavapoo has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Rough Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Australian Shepherd is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Cavapoo is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Rough Collie vs Australian Shepherd vs Cavapoo Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
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.
Cavapoo dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Rough Collie or Australian Shepherd or Cavapoo? Which dog is more friendly?
Rough Collie dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Australian Shepherd dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Cavapoo dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Rough Collie or Australian Shepherd or Cavapoo?
Rough Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Australian Shepherd dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cavapoo dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Rough Collie or Australian Shepherd or Cavapoo?
Rough Collie dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Australian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Cavapoo dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Rough Collie or Australian Shepherd or Cavapoo?
Rough Collie dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Australian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Cavapoo dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Rough Collie vs Australian Shepherd vs Cavapoo?
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.
Yes
Cavapoo 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.
No
Cavapoo 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.
Cavapoos are commonly okay with elderly people.

Rough Collie vs Australian Shepherd vs Cavapoo As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog
Which one could be a service dog?

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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Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Rough Collie or Australian Shepherd or Cavapoo? Which is better for autism?

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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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog
Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?

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.

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: Rough Collie vs Australian Shepherd vs Cavapoo?

Not really

Rough Collie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Australian Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Yes

Cavapoo breed usually likes 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.

Rough Collie vs Australian Shepherd vs Cavapoo 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 Rough Collie and Australian Shepherd and Cavapoo have?
4-8 puppies 6-9 puppies, average 7 2-8 puppies

Rough Collie vs Australian Shepherd vs Cavapoo Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Herding breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1991 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. Not recognized by FCI.
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
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
Dog Registry of America Inc.
American Canine Hybrid Club
Designer Breed Registry
Designer Dogs Kennel Club
International Designer Canine Registry

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