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Rough Collie vs Bordoodle vs Portuguese Water Dog Comparison - Dog breed selector: English Collie or Borderpoos or Cao De Agua? Find the right dog for you

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Name Rough Collie Bordoodle Portuguese Water Dog
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Group Pastoral / Herding Dogs Designer Dogs Working Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Rough Collie, Bordoodle, and Portuguese Water Dog breeds.
English Collie
Lassie Dog
Long-Haired Collie
Scottish Collie
Collie
Borderpoos
Borpoos
Cao De Agua
Portie
Water Dog
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Rough Collie, Bordoodle, and Portuguese Water Dog? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Cross Breed Purebred

Rough Collie vs Bordoodle vs Portuguese Water Dog Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Rough Collie, Bordoodle, and Portuguese Water Dog. Which breed is the largest?
Large Large
Medium
Medium
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Rough Collie, Bordoodle, and Portuguese Water Dog? Compare adult weight ranges.
Male: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg), Female: 53-65 pounds (24-29 kg) 30-60 pounds (13-27 kg) Male: 42-55 pounds (19-25 kg), Female: 35-49 pounds (16-22 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26 kg) 45 pounds (20 kg) Male: 48.5 pounds (22 kg), Female: 42 pounds (19 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Rough Collie or Bordoodle or Portuguese Water Dog? Rough Collie vs Bordoodle vs Portuguese Water Dog height comparison:
Male: 24–26 inch (60–66 cm), Female: 22–24 inch (55–61 cm) 13-23 inches (34-60 cm) Male: 20-22 inches (50-57 cm), Female: 17-20 inches (43-52 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm) 18 inches (47 cm) Male: 21 inches (53.5 cm), Female: 18.5 inches (47.5 cm)

Rough Collie vs Bordoodle vs Portuguese Water Dog Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Rough Collie, Bordoodle, and Portuguese Water Dog. Find price differences between these breeds.
$400-$600 $800-$1000 $2500-$2800
Availability
Which is easier to get, Rough Collie or Bordoodle or Portuguese Water Dog?
Very frequent: The Rough Collie is quite easy to get.
Average: The Bordoodle is a commonly available dog breed.
Very frequent: The Portuguese Water Dog is quite easy to get.

Rough Collie vs Bordoodle vs Portuguese Water Dog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Rough Collie, Bordoodle, and Portuguese Water Dog. Which breed ranks highest?
Very smart: Rough Collie is an excellent dog breed.
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Very smart: Bordoodle is an excellent dog breed.
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Smart: The Portuguese Water Dog dogs have great intelligence.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Rough Collie, Bordoodle, and Portuguese Water Dog. Which is easiest to train?
Rough Collie dogs are very easy to train.
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Bordoodle dogs are quite easy to train.
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Portuguese Water Dog dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Rough Collie, Bordoodle, and Portuguese Water Dog. Which breed is most alert?
Rough Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Bordoodle dogs are good watchdogs.
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Portuguese Water Dog dogs are good watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Rough Collie, Bordoodle, and Portuguese Water Dog. Which breed is most protective?
Rough Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Bordoodle dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Portuguese Water Dog dogs are average defenders.
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Rough Collie vs Bordoodle vs Portuguese Water Dog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Rough Collie, Bordoodle, and Portuguese Water Dog? Compare temperaments.
Protective
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Docile
Obedient
Loyal
Gentle
Social
Elegant
Hard working
Herding
Playful
Protective
Intelligent
Friendly
Companionable
Lovable
Intelligent
Docile
Obedient
Brave
Impetuous
Quarrelsome
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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Bordoodle dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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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 Bordoodle vs Portuguese Water Dog?
High: Rough Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: Bordoodle dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: Portuguese Water Dog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Rough Collie vs Bordoodle vs Portuguese Water Dog social needs comparison:
Rough Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Bordoodle dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Portuguese Water Dog 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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Bordoodle dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Portuguese Water Dog dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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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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Bordoodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Portuguese Water Dog 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 Bordoodle vs Portuguese Water Dog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Rough Collie, Bordoodle, and Portuguese Water Dog. Which breed is most vocal?
Low to Average: The Rough Collie rarely barks.
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Low to Average: The Bordoodle rarely barks.
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Low to Average: The Portuguese Water Dog rarely barks.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Rough Collie, Bordoodle, and Portuguese Water Dog. Which breed is most playful?
The Rough Collie is a playful breed.
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The Bordoodle is a playful breed.
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The Portuguese Water Dog is a playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Rough Collie, Bordoodle, and Portuguese Water Dog. Which adapts best to small spaces?
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.
Apartment-friendly dog the Bordoodle breed.
Apartment-friendly dog the Portuguese Water Dog breed.

Rough Collie vs Bordoodle vs Portuguese Water Dog Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Rough Collie, Bordoodle, and Portuguese Water Dog. Which breed is most flexible?
Rough Collie dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Bordoodle dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Portuguese Water Dog dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Rough Collie or Bordoodle or Portuguese Water Dog?
Rough Collie dogs 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.
Portuguese Water Dog dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Rough Collie vs Bordoodle vs Portuguese Water Dog Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Rough Collie, Bordoodle, and Portuguese Water Dog. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The Rough Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Bordoodle has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Portuguese Water Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Rough Collie, Bordoodle, and Portuguese Water Dog. Which uses mouth most during play?
Rough Collie dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bordoodle dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Portuguese Water Dog dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Rough Collie, Bordoodle, and Portuguese Water Dog. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Rough Collie bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Bordoodle bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Portuguese Water Dog bite force: Ordinary.

Rough Collie vs Bordoodle vs Portuguese Water Dog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Rough Collie, Bordoodle, and Portuguese Water Dog. Which breed lives longest?
14-16 years
The average lifespan of Rough Collie: 15 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Bordoodle: 13 years
10-14 years
The average lifespan of Portuguese Water Dog: 12 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Rough Collie, Bordoodle, and Portuguese Water Dog. Which handles climate changes best?
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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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Portuguese Water Dog can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Rough Collie, Bordoodle, and Portuguese Water Dog. Which has fewer health issues?
The Rough Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Bordoodle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Portuguese Water Dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Vet Care Frequency
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 Bordoodle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Portuguese Water Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Rough Collie vs Bordoodle vs Portuguese Water Dog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Rough Collie vs Bordoodle vs Portuguese Water Dog health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Drug Sensitivity
Collie Eye Anomaly
Gray Collie Syndrome
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Entropion
Ectropion
Distichiasis
Persistent Pupillary Membranes
Addison's Disease
Megaesophagus
Irritable Bowel Disease (ibd)
Abnormally Small Eyes
GM-1 Storage Disease
Juvenile Dilated Cardiomyopathy
Gastrointestinal Diseases
Colitis
Hemorrhagic Gastroenteritis
Lymphangiectasia

Rough Collie vs Bordoodle vs Portuguese Water Dog Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Rough Collie, Bordoodle, and Portuguese Water Dog. Which breed is most active?
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.
Bordoodle dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Portuguese Water Dog dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Rough Collie vs Bordoodle vs Portuguese Water Dog exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Rough Collie or Bordoodle or Portuguese Water Dog? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Rough Collie dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Bordoodle dogs have an average exercise need.
Portuguese Water Dog dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Rough Collie or Bordoodle or Portuguese Water Dog?
Rough Collie dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Bordoodle dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Portuguese Water Dog dogs don't need too much sleep.

Rough Collie vs Bordoodle vs Portuguese Water Dog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Rough Collie, Bordoodle, and Portuguese Water Dog. Which is most prone to obesity?
Average: The Rough Collie has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Bordoodle has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Portuguese Water Dog has an average risk for obesity.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Rough Collie, Bordoodle, and Portuguese Water Dog. Which needs most food?
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. 2 to 2.5 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

Rough Collie vs Bordoodle vs Portuguese Water Dog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Rough Collie, Bordoodle, and Portuguese Water Dog. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Rough Collie, Bordoodle, and Portuguese Water Dog. What colors are available?
White
Sable
Merle
Black & White & Tan
Blue & Merle
Blue & Merle & White
Sable & White
White & Merle
Black
Gray
White
Brown
Black
White
Brown
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Rough Collie, Bordoodle, and Portuguese Water Dog. Which requires most maintenance?
Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Average: The Bordoodle requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Portuguese Water Dog requires average grooming effort.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Rough Collie, Bordoodle, and Portuguese Water Dog. Which drools least?
The Rough Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Bordoodle is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The Portuguese Water Dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Rough Collie, Bordoodle, and Portuguese Water Dog. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The Rough Collie has an average chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Bordoodle has a low chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Portuguese Water Dog has a low chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Rough Collie, Bordoodle, and Portuguese Water Dog. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Rough
Soft
Thick
Straight
Harsh
Furry
Soft
Wavy
Long
Medium
Curly
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Rough Collie, Bordoodle, and Portuguese Water Dog. Which requires most frequent baths?
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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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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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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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Rough Collie or Bordoodle or Portuguese Water Dog? Rough Collie or Bordoodle or {name3 shedding:
Rough Collie dogs are heavy shedders.
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Bordoodle dogs are low shedders.
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Portuguese Water Dog dogs shed none to minimal.
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Rough Collie vs Bordoodle vs Portuguese Water Dog Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Rough Collie, Bordoodle, and Portuguese Water Dog. Which is best with kids?
Rough Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Bordoodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Portuguese Water Dog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Rough Collie dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Bordoodle dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Portuguese Water Dog dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Rough Collie or Bordoodle or Portuguese Water Dog? Which dog is more friendly?
Rough Collie dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Bordoodle dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Portuguese Water Dog dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Rough Collie or Bordoodle or Portuguese Water Dog?
Rough Collie dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Bordoodle dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Portuguese Water Dog dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Rough Collie or Bordoodle or Portuguese Water Dog?
Rough Collie dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Bordoodle dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Portuguese Water Dog dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Rough Collie vs Bordoodle vs Portuguese Water Dog?
Yes
Rough Collie dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Bordoodle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Portuguese Water Dog 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
Bordoodle is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Portuguese Water Dog 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.
Bordoodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Portuguese Water Dogs are usually recommended for elderly people.

Rough Collie vs Bordoodle vs Portuguese Water Dog As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Rough Collie, Bordoodle, and Portuguese Water Dog. Which is best suited for service work?

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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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Rough Collie, Bordoodle, and Portuguese Water Dog. Which excels in therapy work?

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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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Rough Collie, Bordoodle, and Portuguese Water Dog. Which has best nose work ability?

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 & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Rough Collie, Bordoodle, and Portuguese Water Dog. Which is best for SAR work?

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.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Rough Collie, Bordoodle, and Portuguese Water Dog. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

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

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

Portuguese Water Dog breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Rough Collie, Bordoodle, and Portuguese Water Dog. Which is best for draft work?

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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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Rough Collie, Bordoodle, and Portuguese Water Dog. Which has most military use?

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 Bordoodle vs Portuguese Water Dog Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Rough Collie, Bordoodle, and Portuguese Water Dog. Which has most puppies?
4-8 puppies 4-10 puppies 4-8 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Rough Collie, Bordoodle, and Portuguese Water Dog. Any breeding differences?
60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Rough Collie, Bordoodle, and Portuguese Water Dog. What's recommended?

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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Rough Collie vs Bordoodle vs Portuguese Water Dog Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Rough Collie, Bordoodle, and Portuguese Water Dog. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Herding breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1983 as a Hound breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Rough Collie, Bordoodle, and Portuguese Water Dog. How are they classified internationally?
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 Water Dogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Rough Collie, Bordoodle, and Portuguese Water Dog. Which has most recognition?
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
Not recognized by any clubs. American Kennel Club
Canadian Kennel Club
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Australian National Kennel Council
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
The Kennel Club

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