Rough Collie vs Doberman Pinscher Comparison – Which dog is better Collie or Dobie?

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Name	Rough Collie	Doberman Pinscher
Origins	Scotland	Germany
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Working Dogs
Popularity Rank	40	16
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Collie, Scottish Collie, Long-Haired Collie, English Collie, Lassie Dog	Dobie, Dobermann, Dobynm, Doberman
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Rough Collie vs Doberman Pinscher 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 1908 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 Pinscher and Schnauzer type 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 New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Canadian Canine Registry
Price Which is cheaper, Rough Collie or Doberman Pinscher? Which is more expensive? What is the difference in price between Rough Collie and Doberman Pinscher?	$400-$600	$800-$1000
Availability	Very frequent	Very frequent

Rough Collie vs Doberman Pinscher General Appearance & Basic Info Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Rough Collie or Doberman Pinscher? Rough Collie vs Doberman Pinscher size comparison:	Large	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Rough Collie or Doberman Pinscher? Rough Collie vs Doberman Pinscher weight comparison:	Male: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg), Female: 53-65 pounds (24-29 kg)	Male: 88-99 pounds (40-45 kg), Female: 71-77 pounds (32-35 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: 93.5 pounds (42.5 kg), Female: 74 pounds (33.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Rough Collie or Doberman Pinscher? Rough Collie vs Doberman Pinscher height comparison:	Male: 24–26 inch (60–66 cm), Female: 22–24 inch (55–61 cm)	Male: 26-28 inches (66-71cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm)
Avg. Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm)	Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm)

Rough Collie vs Doberman Pinscher Hair & Care Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Rough Collie vs Doberman Pinscher coat comparison:	Rough Soft Thick Straight Harsh Furry	Fine
Colors What are the original Rough Collie and Doberman Pinscher color? Rough Collie vs Doberman Pinscher color comparison:	Black & White & Tan Blue & Merle Blue & Merle & White Sable Sable & White White White & Merle Merle	Blue Red Tan Brown White Black
Grooming Which is easy to maintain, Rough Collie or Doberman Pinscher? Rough Collie vs Doberman Pinscher grooming comparison:	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.	Easy to groom: The Doberman Pinscher doesn't require a lot of grooming.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Rough Collie or Doberman Pinscher? Rough Collie vs Doberman Pinscher shedding:	Rough Collies are heavy shedders.	Doberman Pinschers shed moderately.
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Rough Collie or Doberman Pinscher?	3-4 weeks More often than average.	3-4 weeks More often than average.

Rough Collie vs Doberman Pinscher Characteristics Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Rough Collie or Doberman Pinscher? Rough Collie vs Doberman Pinscher behavior/temperament comparison:	Friendly Gentle Intelligent Loyal Protective Responsive Social Hard working Docile Obedient Elegant Herding	Alert Fearless Loyal Energetic Intelligent Obedient
Intelligent Rank Which dog has more intelligence? Is a Rough Collie or Doberman Pinscher smarter? Which is best? Rough Collie vs Doberman Pinscher intelligence:	Very smart: Rough Collie is an excellent dog breed.	Outstanding: Doberman Pinscher is one of the brightest dog breeds.
Trainability Rough Collie vs Doberman Pinscher trainability comparison. What's the difference between Rough Collie vs Doberman Pinscher?	Rough Collies are very easy to train.	Doberman Pinschers are quite easy to train.
Playfulness Rough Collie vs Doberman Pinscher playfulness comparison:	The Rough Collie is a playful breed.	Doberman Pinschers, like any other dog breed, like playing.
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Rough Collie vs Doberman Pinscher?	Rough Collies don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household and frequent guest visits.	Doberman Pinschers don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household and frequent guest visits.
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Rough Collie vs Doberman Pinscher?	Rough Collies are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.	Doberman Pinschers are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
Social Needs Rough Collie vs Doberman Pinscher social needs comparison:	Rough Collies need a lot of social interaction.	Doberman Pinschers need for social interaction is average.
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Rough Collie vs Doberman Pinscher?	Low to Average: The Rough Collie rarely barks.	Low to Average: The Doberman Pinscher rarely barks.
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Rough Collie or Doberman Pinscher?	Rough Collies are one of the best watchdogs.	Doberman Pinschers 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.	Doberman Pinschers 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.	Moderate The Doberman Pinscher has an average chance of biting somebody.
Bite Force Which bite is stronger: Rough Collie or Doberman Pinscher?	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 Doberman Pinscher mouthiness comparison:	Rough Collies have an average tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.	Doberman Pinschers have lower than average 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 Doberman Pinscher?	Rough Collies are not the biggest explorers.	Doberman Pinschers tend to escape less than other breeds.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Rough Collie vs Doberman Pinscher? Which can be better for hunting?	Rough Collies have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.	Doberman Pinschers don't have an impulse to catch or chase small animals.
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Rough Collie or Doberman Pinscher?	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.	Kimondottan lakásbarát kutya Doberman Pinscher fajta.
Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Rough Collies adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Doberman Pinschers adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Rough Collie or Doberman Pinscher?	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.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dog.

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Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Rough Collie or Doberman Pinscher? Which dog is more friendly?	Rough Collies are stranger friendly dogs.	Doberman Pinschers are not stranger friendly dogs.
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Rough Collie or Doberman Pinscher?	Rough Collies are very kid-friendly dogs.	Doberman Pinschers are average friendly dogs towards children.
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Rough Collie or Doberman Pinscher?	Rough Collies are very cat-friendly dogs.	Doberman Pinschers are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Rough Collie or Doberman Pinscher?	Rough Collies are dog-friendly dogs.	Doberman Pinschers are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Rough Collie vs Doberman Pinscher?	No Rough Collies are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	No Doberman Pinschers 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.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog.
Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Rough Collie or Doberman Pinscher? 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 Doberman Pinscher 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.	Doberman Pinschers are commonly okay with elderly people.
Boat Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Rough Collie vs Doberman Pinscher?	Not really Rough Collie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.	Not really Doberman Pinscher 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.	Doberman Pinschers 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.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.

Rough Collie vs Doberman Pinscher Health Factors Comparison

Health Issues Rough Collie vs Doberman Pinscher health comparison. Which is the healthier: Rough Collie vs Doberman Pinscher?	The Rough Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Doberman Pinschers are commonly healthy dogs.
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Rough Collie vs Doberman Pinscher? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Rough Collie vs Doberman Pinscher health problems comparison:	Collie Eye Anomaly Gray Collie Syndrome Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Drug Sensitivity Hip Dysplasia	Cardiomyopathy Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Wobbler's Syndrome
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Rough Collie vs Doberman Pinscher?	Average The Rough Collie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Doberman Pinscher should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Life Expectancy Rough Collie vs Doberman Pinscher lifespan comparison. How long do Rough Collie and Doberman Pinscher breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? What is the age limit of the Rough Collie and Doberman Pinscher?	14-16 years	10-12 years
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Hypoallergenic Rough Collie vs Doberman Pinscher hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No	No
Energy Level Who has more energy a Rough Collie or Doberman Pinscher? Rough Collie vs Doberman Pinscher 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.	Doberman Pinschers have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Rough Collie vs Doberman Pinscher exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Rough Collie or Doberman Pinscher? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Rough Collies need quite a lot of exercise.	Doberman Pinschers need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Rough Collie or Doberman Pinscher?	Rough Collies sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered as a lazy breed.	Doberman Pinschers sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered as a lazy breed.
Avg. daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Rough Collie or Doberman Pinscher? Does the Rough Collie breed eat more than the Doberman Pinscher breed?	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	5 to 6 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 Doberman Pinscher weight gain potential comparison:	Average.	Average.
Weather & Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Rough Collie vs Doberman Pinscher?	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 warm weather
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells least? Which dog smells most? Which is best, Rough Collie or Doberman Pinscher?	Medium The Rough Collie has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium The Doberman Pinscher 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 Doberman Pinscher?	The Rough Collie is a perfect example for very low drooling tendency.	The Doberman Pinscher 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 Doberman Pinscher 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 Doberman Pinscher have? Rough Collie vs Doberman Pinscher litter size comparison:	4-8 puppies	6-10 puppies
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