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Name	Rough Collie	Boxer	Boykin Spaniel
Origins	Scotland	Germany	United States
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Working Dogs	Gun Dog
Popularity Rank	40	11	98
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Other Names What other names do they have?	English Collie Lassie Dog Long-Haired Collie Scottish Collie Collie	Deutscher Boxer German Boxer	Swamp Poodle Boykin
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Rough Collie vs Boxer vs Boykin Spaniel breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Rough Collie vs Boxer vs Boykin Spaniel Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Rough Collie or Boxer or Boykin Spaniel? Which is the smallest dog, Rough Collie or Boxer or Boykin Spaniel?	Large	Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Rough Collie or Boxer or Boxer? Rough Collie vs Boxer vs Boykin Spaniel weight comparison:	Male: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg), Female: 53-65 pounds (24-29 kg)	Male: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg), Female: 53-65 pounds (24-29 kg)	25-40 pounds (11-18 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: 65 pounds (29.5 kg), Female: 59 pounds (26.5 kg)	32.5 pounds (14.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Rough Collie or Boxer or Boykin Spaniel? Rough Collie vs Boxer vs Boykin Spaniel height comparison:	Male: 24–26 inch (60–66 cm), Female: 22–24 inch (55–61 cm)	Male: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm), Female: 21-24 inches (53-61 cm)	15-18 inches (38-46 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm)	Male: 23.5 inches (59.5 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm)	16.5 inches (42 cm)

Rough Collie vs Boxer vs Boykin Spaniel Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Rough Collie or Boxer or Boykin Spaniel? Which is more expensive?	$400-$600	$600-$1200	$800-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Rough Collie or Boxer or Boykin Spaniel?	Very frequent: The Rough Collie is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Boxer is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Boykin Spaniel is quite easy to get.

Rough Collie vs Boxer vs Boykin Spaniel Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Rough Collie vs Boxer vs Boykin Spaniel intelligence:	Very smart: Rough Collie is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
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Trainability Rough Collie vs Boxer vs Boykin Spaniel trainability comparison.	Rough Collie dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Boxer dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Boykin Spaniel dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Rough Collie or Boxer or Boykin Spaniel?	Rough Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Boxer dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Boykin Spaniel dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Rough Collie or Boxer or Boykin Spaniel? 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. See more.	Boxer dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Boykin Spaniel dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Rough Collie vs Boxer vs Boykin Spaniel Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Rough Collie or Boxer or Boykin Spaniel? Rough Collie vs Boxer vs Boykin Spaniel behavior/temperament comparison:	Protective Intelligent Friendly Responsive Docile Obedient Loyal Gentle Social Elegant Hard working Herding	Playful Energetic Intelligent Confident Friendly Loyal Fearless Brave Bright	Energetic Intelligent Friendly Trainable Eager Companionable
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. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Rough Collie vs Boxer vs Boykin Spaniel?	High: Rough Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Boxer dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Boykin Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Rough Collie vs Boxer vs Boykin Spaniel social needs comparison:	Rough Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Boxer dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Boykin Spaniel dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Rough Collie dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Boxer dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Boykin Spaniel is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
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. See more.	Boxer 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. See more.	Boykin Spaniel dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Rough Collie vs Boxer vs Boykin Spaniel Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Rough Collie vs Boxer vs Boykin Spaniel playfulness comparison:	The Rough Collie is a playful breed. See more.	The Boxer is a playful breed. See more.	Average: Boykin Spaniels, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Rough Collie vs Boxer vs Boykin Spaniel?	Low to Average: The Rough Collie rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Boxer rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Boykin Spaniel barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Rough Collie or Boxer or Boykin Spaniel?	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 Boxer breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Boykin Spaniel breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

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

Rough Collie vs Boxer vs Boykin Spaniel Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Rough Collie or Boxer or Boykin Spaniel?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Rough Collie bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Boxer bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Boykin Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
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 Boxer has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Boykin Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Rough Collie vs Boxer vs Boykin Spaniel mouthiness comparison:	Rough Collie dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Boxer dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Boykin Spaniel dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Rough Collie vs Boxer vs Boykin Spaniel Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Rough Collie vs Boxer vs Boykin Spaniel health comparison. Which is the healthier: Rough Collie vs Boxer vs Boykin Spaniel?	The Rough Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Boxer is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Boykin Spaniel is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Rough Collie vs Boxer vs Boykin Spaniel? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Rough Collie vs Boxer vs Boykin Spaniel health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Drug Sensitivity Collie Eye Anomaly Gray Collie Syndrome	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Bloat Deafness Demodectic Mange Aortic Stenosis Boxer Cardiomyopathy Corneal Dystrophy	Hypothyroidism Heart Problems Elbow Dysplasia Heart Disease Cushing's Syndrome
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 Boxer should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Boykin Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Rough Collie vs Boxer vs Boykin Spaniel lifespan comparison. How long do Rough Collie, Boxer and Boykin Spaniel breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	14-16 years The average lifespan of Rough Collie: 15 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Boxer: 11 years	14-16 years The average lifespan of Boykin Spaniel: 15 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Rough Collie vs Boxer vs Boykin Spaniel?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Rough Collie can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Rough Collie vs Boxer vs Boykin Spaniel Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Rough Collie vs Boxer vs Boykin Spaniel Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Rough Collie or Boxer or Boykin Spaniel?	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2 to 3 cups of a high-quality dog food a day.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Rough Collie vs Boxer vs Boykin Spaniel weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Rough Collie has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Boxer's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Boykin Spaniel's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Rough Collie vs Boxer vs Boykin Spaniel Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Rough Collie vs Boxer vs Boykin Spaniel coat comparison:	Rough Soft Thick Straight Harsh Furry	Waterproof	Feathered
Colors What are the original Rough Collie, Boxer and Boykin Spaniel color?	White Sable Merle Black & White & Tan Blue & Merle Blue & Merle & White Sable & White White & Merle	White Fawn Brindle	Brown
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Rough Collie or Boxer or Boykin Spaniel? Rough Collie vs Boxer vs Boykin Spaniel grooming comparison:	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Effortless: The Boxer requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The Boykin Spaniel requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Rough Collie or Boxer or Boykin Spaniel? Rough Collie or Boxer or {name3 shedding:	Rough Collie dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Boxer dogs shed moderately. See more.	Boykin Spaniel dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Rough Collie or Boxer or Boykin Spaniel?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Rough Collie vs Boxer vs Boykin Spaniel hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Rough Collie vs Boxer vs Boykin Spaniel?	Medium ⏺ The Rough Collie has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Boxer has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Boykin Spaniel 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. See more.	The Boxer is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Boykin Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Rough Collie vs Boxer vs Boykin Spaniel 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.	Boxer dogs are generally with other pets.	Boykin Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Rough Collie or Boxer or Boykin Spaniel? Which dog is more friendly?	Rough Collie dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Boxer dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Boykin Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Rough Collie or Boxer or Boykin Spaniel?	Rough Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Boxer dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Boykin Spaniel dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Rough Collie or Boxer or Boykin Spaniel?	Rough Collie dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Boxer dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Boykin Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Rough Collie or Boxer or Boykin Spaniel?	Rough Collie dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Boxer dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Boykin Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Rough Collie vs Boxer vs Boykin Spaniel?	Yes Rough Collie dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Boxer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Boykin Spaniel 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 Boxer is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Boykin Spaniel 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.	Boxers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Boykin Spaniels are usually recommended for elderly people.

Rough Collie vs Boxer vs Boykin Spaniel As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Rough Collie or Boxer or Boykin Spaniel? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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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 Boxer vs Boykin Spaniel?	Not really Rough Collie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Boxer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Boykin Spaniel breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.
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. See more.	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Rough Collie vs Boxer vs Boykin Spaniel 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. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Rough Collie and Boxer and Boykin Spaniel have?	4-8 puppies	2-10 puppies, average 6	5-7 puppies
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Rough Collie vs Boxer vs Boykin Spaniel 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 1904 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2009 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.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type 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 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	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club United Kennel Club

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