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Rough Collie vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois vs Golden Retriever Comparison - Dog breed selector: English Collie or Laekenois or Golden Flat Coat? Find the right dog for you

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Name Rough Collie Belgian Shepherd Laekenois Golden Retriever
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
English Collie
Lassie Dog
Long-Haired Collie
Scottish Collie
Collie
Laekenois Golden Flat Coat
Yellow Retriever
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Rough Collie vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois vs Golden Retriever breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Rough Collie vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois vs Golden Retriever Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Rough Collie or Belgian Shepherd Laekenois or Golden Retriever? Which is the smallest dog, Rough Collie or Belgian Shepherd Laekenois or Golden Retriever?
Large Large Large
Weight
Which is heavier, Rough Collie or Belgian Shepherd Laekenois or Belgian Shepherd Laekenois? Rough Collie vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois vs Golden Retriever weight comparison:
Male: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg), Female: 53-65 pounds (24-29 kg) Male: 65-75 pounds (29-34 kg), Female: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg) Male: 60-80 pounds (27-36 kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 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: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29.5 kg) Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Rough Collie or Belgian Shepherd Laekenois or Golden Retriever? Rough Collie vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois vs Golden Retriever height comparison:
Male: 24–26 inch (60–66 cm), Female: 22–24 inch (55–61 cm) Male: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (56-61 cm) Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm) Male: 25 inches (63.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm) Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)

Rough Collie vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois vs Golden Retriever Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Rough Collie or Belgian Shepherd Laekenois or Golden Retriever? Which is more expensive?
$400-$600 $1200-$1400 $1000-$2000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Rough Collie or Belgian Shepherd Laekenois or Golden Retriever?
Very frequent: The Rough Collie is quite easy to get.
Average: The Belgian Shepherd Laekenois is a commonly available dog breed.
Very frequent: The Golden Retriever is quite easy to get.

Rough Collie vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois vs Golden Retriever Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Rough Collie vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois vs Golden Retriever intelligence:
Very smart: Rough Collie is an excellent dog breed.
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Very smart: Belgian Shepherd Laekenois is an excellent dog breed.
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Outstanding: Golden Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Trainability
Rough Collie vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois vs Golden Retriever trainability comparison.
Rough Collie dogs are very easy to train.
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Belgian Shepherd Laekenois dogs are very easy to train.
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Golden Retriever dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Rough Collie or Belgian Shepherd Laekenois or Golden Retriever?
Rough Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Belgian Shepherd Laekenois dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Golden Retriever dogs are average watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Rough Collie or Belgian Shepherd Laekenois or Golden Retriever? 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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Belgian Shepherd Laekenois dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Golden Retriever dogs are average defenders.
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Rough Collie vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois vs Golden Retriever Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Rough Collie or Belgian Shepherd Laekenois or Golden Retriever? Rough Collie vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois vs Golden Retriever behavior/temperament comparison:
Protective
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Docile
Obedient
Loyal
Gentle
Social
Elegant
Hard working
Herding
Active
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Lively
Watchful
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Reliable
Kind
Trustworthy
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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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Golden Retriever dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Rough Collie vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois vs Golden Retriever?
High: Rough Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Belgian Shepherd Laekenois dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Golden Retriever dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Rough Collie vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois vs Golden Retriever social needs comparison:
Rough Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Belgian Shepherd Laekenois dogs are a social breed.
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Golden Retriever 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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The wanderlust potential of the Belgian Shepherd Laekenois is strong enough to escape from home.
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Golden Retriever 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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Belgian Shepherd Laekenois 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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Golden Retriever 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 Belgian Shepherd Laekenois vs Golden Retriever Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Rough Collie vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois vs Golden Retriever playfulness comparison:
The Rough Collie is a playful breed.
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The Belgian Shepherd Laekenois is a playful breed.
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The Golden Retriever is a highly playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Rough Collie vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois vs Golden Retriever?
Low to Average: The Rough Collie rarely barks.
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Low to Average: The Belgian Shepherd Laekenois rarely barks.
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Low to Average: The Golden Retriever rarely barks.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Rough Collie or Belgian Shepherd Laekenois or Golden Retriever?
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 Belgian Shepherd Laekenois breed.
It is not recommended to keep the Golden Retriever breed in the home.

Rough Collie vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois vs Golden Retriever 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.
Belgian Shepherd Laekenois dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Golden Retriever 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 Belgian Shepherd Laekenois or Golden Retriever?
Rough Collie dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Belgian Shepherd Laekenois 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.
Golden Retriever dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Rough Collie vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois vs Golden Retriever Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Rough Collie or Belgian Shepherd Laekenois or Golden Retriever?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Rough Collie bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Belgian Shepherd Laekenois bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Golden Retriever bite force: Ordinary.
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 Belgian Shepherd Laekenois has a low chance of biting somebody.

Moderate

The Golden Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Rough Collie vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois vs Golden Retriever mouthiness comparison:
Rough Collie dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Belgian Shepherd Laekenois dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Golden Retriever dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Rough Collie vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois vs Golden Retriever Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Rough Collie vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois vs Golden Retriever health comparison. Which is the healthier: Rough Collie vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois vs Golden Retriever?
The Rough Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Belgian Shepherd Laekenoiss tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Golden Retrievers are commonly healthy dogs.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Rough Collie vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois vs Golden Retriever? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Rough Collie vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois vs Golden Retriever health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Drug Sensitivity
Collie Eye Anomaly
Gray Collie Syndrome
No data available Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Bloat
Epilepsy
Elbow Dysplasia
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Hemangiosarcoma
Osteosarcoma
Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis
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.
Frequent
The Belgian Shepherd Laekenois should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Rare
The Golden Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Life Expectancy
Rough Collie vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois vs Golden Retriever lifespan comparison. How long do Rough Collie, Belgian Shepherd Laekenois and Golden Retriever breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
14-16 years
The average lifespan of Rough Collie: 15 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Belgian Shepherd Laekenois: 13 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Golden Retriever: 11 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Rough Collie vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois vs Golden Retriever?
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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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Rough Collie vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois vs Golden Retriever Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Rough Collie or Belgian Shepherd Laekenois or Golden Retriever? Rough Collie vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois vs Golden Retriever 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.
Belgian Shepherd Laekenois dogs are high-energy dogs.
Golden Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Rough Collie vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois vs Golden Retriever exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Rough Collie or Belgian Shepherd Laekenois or Golden Retriever? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Rough Collie dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Belgian Shepherd Laekenois dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Rough Collie or Belgian Shepherd Laekenois or Golden Retriever?
Rough Collie dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Belgian Shepherd Laekenois dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Golden Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.

Rough Collie vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois vs Golden Retriever Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Rough Collie or Belgian Shepherd Laekenois or Golden Retriever?
2 to 3 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. 3 to 4 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 Belgian Shepherd Laekenois vs Golden Retriever weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The Rough Collie has an average risk for obesity.
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Low to Average: The Belgian Shepherd Laekenois has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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High: The Golden Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Rough Collie vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois vs Golden Retriever Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Rough Collie vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois vs Golden Retriever coat comparison:
Rough
Soft
Thick
Straight
Harsh
Furry
Wiry
Rough
Silky
Wavy
Shiny
Straight
Colors
What are the original Rough Collie, Belgian Shepherd Laekenois and Golden Retriever color?
White
Sable
Merle
Black & White & Tan
Blue & Merle
Blue & Merle & White
Sable & White
White & Merle
Black
Cream
Fawn
Brindle
Golden
Light
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Rough Collie or Belgian Shepherd Laekenois or Golden Retriever? Rough Collie vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois vs Golden Retriever grooming comparison:
Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Average: The Belgian Shepherd Laekenois requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Golden Retriever requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Rough Collie or Belgian Shepherd Laekenois or Golden Retriever? Rough Collie or Belgian Shepherd Laekenois or {name3 shedding:
Rough Collie dogs are heavy shedders.
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Belgian Shepherd Laekenois dogs shed moderately.
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Golden Retriever dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Rough Collie or Belgian Shepherd Laekenois or Golden Retriever?
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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8-12 weeks
Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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2-3 weeks
Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks.
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Hypoallergenic
Rough Collie vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois vs Golden Retriever 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 Belgian Shepherd Laekenois vs Golden Retriever?

Medium

The Rough Collie has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Belgian Shepherd Laekenois has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Golden Retriever 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 Belgian Shepherd Laekenois is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Golden Retriever 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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Rough Collie vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois vs Golden Retriever 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.
Belgian Shepherd Laekenois dogs are generally with other pets.
Golden Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Rough Collie or Belgian Shepherd Laekenois or Golden Retriever? Which dog is more friendly?
Rough Collie dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Belgian Shepherd Laekenois dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Golden Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Rough Collie or Belgian Shepherd Laekenois or Golden Retriever?
Rough Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Belgian Shepherd Laekenois dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Golden Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Rough Collie or Belgian Shepherd Laekenois or Golden Retriever?
Rough Collie dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Belgian Shepherd Laekenois dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Golden Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Rough Collie or Belgian Shepherd Laekenois or Golden Retriever?
Rough Collie dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Belgian Shepherd Laekenois dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Golden Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Rough Collie vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois vs Golden Retriever?
Yes
Rough Collie dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Belgian Shepherd Laekenois dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Golden Retriever 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
Belgian Shepherd Laekenois is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Yes
Golden Retriever is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Rough Collies are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Belgian Shepherd Laekenoiss are usually recommended for elderly people.
Golden Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Rough Collie vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois vs Golden Retriever 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 Belgian Shepherd Laekenois or Golden Retriever? 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.

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
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.

Yes

This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.

Yes

This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: Rough Collie vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois vs Golden Retriever?

Not really

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

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

Golden Retriever 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 Belgian Shepherd Laekenois vs Golden Retriever 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 Belgian Shepherd Laekenois and Golden Retriever have?
4-8 puppies 6-10 puppies 5-10 puppies

Rough Collie vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois vs Golden Retriever 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 as a Miscellaneous breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1925 as a Sporting breed.
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. Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers 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
No data available 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

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