Rough Collie vs Bernese Mountain Dog Comparison – Which dog is better Collie or Berner Sennenhund?

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Name	Rough Collie	Bernese Mountain Dog
Origins	Scotland	Switzerland
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Working Dogs
Popularity Rank	40	25
Reviews	5	4
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Collie, Scottish Collie, Long-Haired Collie, English Collie, Lassie Dog	Berner Sennenhund, Bernese Cattle Dog, Berner
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Rough Collie vs Bernese Mountain Dog breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred
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 1937 as a Working 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.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Swiss Mountain- and Cattledogs 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	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 Canadian Canine Registry
Price Which is cheaper, Rough Collie or Bernese Mountain Dog? Which is more expensive? What is the difference in price between Rough Collie and Bernese Mountain Dog?	$400-$600	No data available
Availability	Very frequent	Very frequent

Rough Collie vs Bernese Mountain Dog General Appearance & Basic Info Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Rough Collie or Bernese Mountain Dog? Rough Collie vs Bernese Mountain Dog size comparison:	Large	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Rough Collie or Bernese Mountain Dog? Rough Collie vs Bernese Mountain Dog weight comparison:	Male: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg), Female: 53-65 pounds (24-29 kg)	Male: 85-110 pounds (38–50 kg), Female: 80-105 pounds (36–48 kg)
Avg. Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26 kg)	Male: 97.5 pounds (38–50 kg), Female: 92.5 pounds (36–48 kg)
Height Which is taller, Rough Collie or Bernese Mountain Dog? Rough Collie vs Bernese Mountain Dog height comparison:	Male: 24–26 inch (60–66 cm), Female: 22–24 inch (55–61 cm)	Male: 24-28 inches (61–71 cm), Female: 23-27 inches (58–69 cm)
Avg. Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm)	Male: 26 inches (61–71 cm), Female: 25 inches (58–69 cm)

Rough Collie vs Bernese Mountain Dog Hair & Care Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Rough Collie vs Bernese Mountain Dog coat comparison:	Rough Soft Thick Straight Harsh Furry	Dense
Colors What are the original Rough Collie and Bernese Mountain Dog color? Rough Collie vs Bernese Mountain Dog color comparison:	Black & White & Tan Blue & Merle Blue & Merle & White Sable Sable & White White White & Merle Merle	White Black
Grooming Which is easy to maintain, Rough Collie or Bernese Mountain Dog? Rough Collie vs Bernese Mountain Dog grooming comparison:	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.	Average: The Bernese Mountain Dog requires average grooming effort.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Rough Collie or Bernese Mountain Dog? Rough Collie vs Bernese Mountain Dog shedding:	Rough Collies are heavy shedders.	Bernese Mountain Dogs shed above average.
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Rough Collie or Bernese Mountain Dog?	3-4 weeks More often than average.	4-6 weeks Average.

Rough Collie vs Bernese Mountain Dog Characteristics Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Rough Collie or Bernese Mountain Dog? Rough Collie vs Bernese Mountain Dog behavior/temperament comparison:	Friendly Gentle Intelligent Loyal Protective Responsive Social Hard working Docile Obedient Elegant Herding	Affectionate Intelligent Faithful Loyal
Intelligent Rank Which dog has more intelligence? Is a Rough Collie or Bernese Mountain Dog smarter? Which is best? Rough Collie vs Bernese Mountain Dog intelligence:	Very smart: Rough Collie is an excellent dog breed.	Very smart: Bernese Mountain Dog is an excellent dog breed.
Trainability Rough Collie vs Bernese Mountain Dog trainability comparison. What's the difference between Rough Collie vs Bernese Mountain Dog?	Rough Collies are very easy to train.	Bernese Mountain Dogs are easy to train.
Playfulness Rough Collie vs Bernese Mountain Dog playfulness comparison:	The Rough Collie is a playful breed.	Bernese Mountain Dogs, like any other dog breed, like playing.
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Rough Collie vs Bernese Mountain Dog?	Rough Collies don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household and frequent guest visits.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Rough Collie vs Bernese Mountain Dog?	Rough Collies are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.	Bernese Mountain Dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
Social Needs Rough Collie vs Bernese Mountain Dog social needs comparison:	Rough Collies need a lot of social interaction.	Bernese Mountain Dogs need for social interaction is average.
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Rough Collie vs Bernese Mountain Dog?	Low to Average: The Rough Collie rarely barks.	Average: The Bernese Mountain Dog barks occasionally.
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Rough Collie or Bernese Mountain Dog?	Rough Collies are one of the best watchdogs.	Bernese Mountain Dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Rough Collies are extremely protective guard dogs.	Bernese Mountain Dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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 Bernese Mountain Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.
Bite Force Which bite is stronger: Rough Collie or Bernese Mountain Dog?	Between 200 and 400 PSI Ordinary: Average dogs have bite force between 200 and 400 PSI.	Between 200 and 400 PSI Ordinary: Average dogs have bite force between 200 and 400 PSI.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Rough Collie vs Bernese Mountain Dog mouthiness comparison:	Rough Collies have an average tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.	Bernese Mountain Dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Rough Collie vs Bernese Mountain Dog?	Rough Collies are not the biggest explorers.	Bernese Mountain Dogs have average wanderlust potential.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Rough Collie vs Bernese Mountain Dog? Which can be better for hunting?	Rough Collies have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.	Bernese Mountain Dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Rough Collie or Bernese Mountain Dog?	Nem a legjobb választás Rough Collie, ha lakásban szeretnéd tartani, ugyanakkor alapos lemozgatással, napi többszöri sétával tolerálják a benti körülményeket is, így megoldható Rough Collie tartása lakásban.	Nem ajánlott lakásban tartani Bernese Mountain Dog kutyafajtát.
Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Rough Collies adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Bernese Mountain Dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Rough Collie or Bernese Mountain Dog?	Rough Collies tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Fighting 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 Bernese Mountain Dog Good With Comparison

Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Rough Collie or Bernese Mountain Dog? Which dog is more friendly?	Rough Collies are stranger friendly dogs.	Bernese Mountain Dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Rough Collie or Bernese Mountain Dog?	Rough Collies are very kid-friendly dogs.	Bernese Mountain Dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Rough Collie or Bernese Mountain Dog?	Rough Collies are very cat-friendly dogs.	Bernese Mountain Dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Rough Collie or Bernese Mountain Dog?	Rough Collies are dog-friendly dogs.	Bernese Mountain Dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Rough Collie vs Bernese Mountain Dog?	No Rough Collies are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	No Bernese Mountain Dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog.
Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Rough Collie or Bernese Mountain Dog? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.	Not really This breed generally not used as a therapy dog.
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Yes A detection dog or sniffer dog is a dog that is trained to use its senses (mostly its smell) to detect substances such as explosives, illegal drugs, wildlife scat, currency, blood, and contraband electronics such as illicit mobile phones.	Not really A detection dog or sniffer dog is a dog that is trained to use its senses (mostly its smell) to detect substances such as explosives, illegal drugs, wildlife scat, currency, blood, and contraband electronics such as illicit mobile phones.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Rough Collie is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Bernese Mountain Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really The use of dogs in search and rescue (SAR) is a valuable component in wilderness tracking, natural disasters, mass casualty events, and in locating missing people.	Not really The use of dogs in search and rescue (SAR) is a valuable component in wilderness tracking, natural disasters, mass casualty events, and in locating missing people.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Rough Collies are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Bernese Mountain Dogs are usually recommended for elderly people.
Boat Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Rough Collie vs Bernese Mountain Dog?	Not really Rough Collie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.	Not really Bernese Mountain Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Rough Collies are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Bernese Mountain Dogs are generally with other pets.
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.	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.

Rough Collie vs Bernese Mountain Dog Health Factors Comparison

Health Issues Rough Collie vs Bernese Mountain Dog health comparison. Which is the healthier: Rough Collie vs Bernese Mountain Dog?	The Rough Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Very healthy dog breed.
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Rough Collie vs Bernese Mountain Dog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Rough Collie vs Bernese Mountain Dog health problems comparison:	Collie Eye Anomaly Gray Collie Syndrome Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Drug Sensitivity Hip Dysplasia	Bloat Cancer Elbow Dysplasia Hip Dysplasia Panosteitis Portosystemic Liver Shunt Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Rough Collie vs Bernese Mountain Dog?	Average The Rough Collie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Bernese Mountain Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Life Expectancy Rough Collie vs Bernese Mountain Dog lifespan comparison. How long do Rough Collie and Bernese Mountain Dog breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? What is the age limit of the Rough Collie and Bernese Mountain Dog?	14-16 years	7-10 years
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Hypoallergenic Rough Collie vs Bernese Mountain Dog hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No	No
Energy Level Who has more energy a Rough Collie or Bernese Mountain Dog? Rough Collie vs Bernese Mountain Dog energy level comparison:	Rough Collies have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Bernese Mountain Dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Rough Collie vs Bernese Mountain Dog exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Rough Collie or Bernese Mountain Dog? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Rough Collies need quite a lot of exercise.	Bernese Mountain Dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Rough Collie or Bernese Mountain Dog?	Rough Collies sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered as a lazy breed.	Bernese Mountain Dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend to much time with sleeping.
Avg. daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Rough Collie or Bernese Mountain Dog? Does the Rough Collie breed eat more than the Bernese Mountain Dog breed?	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	6 to 8 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 Bernese Mountain Dog weight gain potential comparison:	Average.	Average to High.
Weather & Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Rough Collie vs Bernese Mountain Dog?	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.	Prefers cold weather The Bernese Mountain Dog can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells least? Which dog smells most? Which is best, Rough Collie or Bernese Mountain Dog?	Medium The Rough Collie has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium The Bernese Mountain Dog has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? What's the difference between Rough Collie vs Bernese Mountain Dog?	The Rough Collie is a perfect example for very low drooling tendency.	The Bernese Mountain Dog drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed.

Rough Collie vs Bernese Mountain Dog Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days	60-64 days
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy.
Litter Size How many puppies can Rough Collie and Bernese Mountain Dog have? Rough Collie vs Bernese Mountain Dog litter size comparison:	4-8 puppies	1-14 puppies, average 8
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