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Rough Collie vs Giant Schnauzer vs Icelandic Sheepdog Comparison - Dog breed selector: English Collie or Riesenschnauzer or Canis Islandicus? Find the right dog for you

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Name Rough Collie Giant Schnauzer Icelandic Sheepdog
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Group Pastoral / Herding Dogs Working Dogs Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
English Collie
Lassie Dog
Long-Haired Collie
Scottish Collie
Collie
Riesenschnauzer Canis Islandicus
Friaar Dog
Iceland Dog
Islandsk Farehond
Islenskur Fjarhundur
Icelandic Spitz
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Rough Collie vs Giant Schnauzer vs Icelandic Sheepdog breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Rough Collie vs Giant Schnauzer vs Icelandic Sheepdog Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Rough Collie or Giant Schnauzer or Icelandic Sheepdog? Which is the smallest dog, Rough Collie or Giant Schnauzer or Icelandic Sheepdog?
Large Giant Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Rough Collie or Giant Schnauzer or Giant Schnauzer? Rough Collie vs Giant Schnauzer vs Icelandic Sheepdog weight comparison:
Male: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg), Female: 53-65 pounds (24-29 kg) Males 60-105 pounds (27-48 kg), Female: 55-75 pounds (25-34 kg) 20-30 pounds (9-14 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26 kg) Males 82.5 pounds (37.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29.5 kg) 25 pounds (11.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Rough Collie or Giant Schnauzer or Icelandic Sheepdog? Rough Collie vs Giant Schnauzer vs Icelandic Sheepdog height comparison:
Male: 24–26 inch (60–66 cm), Female: 22–24 inch (55–61 cm) Male: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm), Female: 23-26 inches (58-66 cm) 12-16 inches (31-41 cm)
Average 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: 24.5 inches (62 cm) 14 inches (36 cm)

Rough Collie vs Giant Schnauzer vs Icelandic Sheepdog Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Rough Collie or Giant Schnauzer or Icelandic Sheepdog? Which is more expensive?
$400-$600 $1000-$1500 $800-$1000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Rough Collie or Giant Schnauzer or Icelandic Sheepdog?
Very frequent: The Rough Collie is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Giant Schnauzer is quite easy to get.
Frequent: The Icelandic Sheepdog is easier than average to get.

Rough Collie vs Giant Schnauzer vs Icelandic Sheepdog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Rough Collie vs Giant Schnauzer vs Icelandic Sheepdog intelligence:
Very smart: Rough Collie is an excellent dog breed.
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Smart: The Giant Schnauzer dogs have great intelligence.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Trainability
Rough Collie vs Giant Schnauzer vs Icelandic Sheepdog trainability comparison.
Rough Collie dogs are very easy to train.
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Giant Schnauzer dogs are easy to train.
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Icelandic Sheepdog dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Rough Collie or Giant Schnauzer or Icelandic Sheepdog?
Rough Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Giant Schnauzer dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Icelandic Sheepdog dogs are average watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Rough Collie or Giant Schnauzer or Icelandic Sheepdog? 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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Giant Schnauzer dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Icelandic Sheepdog dogs are average defenders.
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Rough Collie vs Giant Schnauzer vs Icelandic Sheepdog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Rough Collie or Giant Schnauzer or Icelandic Sheepdog? Rough Collie vs Giant Schnauzer vs Icelandic Sheepdog behavior/temperament comparison:
Protective
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Docile
Obedient
Loyal
Gentle
Social
Elegant
Hard working
Herding
Powerful
Intelligent
Dominant
Loyal
Kind
Strong
Willed
Agile
Energetic
Alert
Inquisitive
Cheerful
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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Icelandic Sheepdog 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 Giant Schnauzer vs Icelandic Sheepdog?
High: Rough Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average: Giant Schnauzer dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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High: Icelandic Sheepdog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Rough Collie vs Giant Schnauzer vs Icelandic Sheepdog social needs comparison:
Rough Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Giant Schnauzer dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Icelandic Sheepdog 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 Giant Schnauzer is strong enough to escape from home.
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The wanderlust potential of the Icelandic Sheepdog is strong enough to escape from home.
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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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Giant Schnauzer dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Icelandic Sheepdog dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Rough Collie vs Giant Schnauzer vs Icelandic Sheepdog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Rough Collie vs Giant Schnauzer vs Icelandic Sheepdog playfulness comparison:
The Rough Collie is a playful breed.
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The Giant Schnauzer is a highly playful breed.
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The Icelandic Sheepdog is a highly playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Rough Collie vs Giant Schnauzer vs Icelandic Sheepdog?
Low to Average: The Rough Collie rarely barks.
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Average: The Giant Schnauzer barks occasionally.
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A lot: Icelandic Sheepdog is a particularly loud breed.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Rough Collie or Giant Schnauzer or Icelandic Sheepdog?
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 Giant Schnauzer breed.
It is not recommended to keep the Icelandic Sheepdog breed in the home.

Rough Collie vs Giant Schnauzer vs Icelandic Sheepdog 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.
Average: Giant Schnauzer dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Icelandic Sheepdog 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 Giant Schnauzer or Icelandic Sheepdog?
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.
Icelandic Sheepdog dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Rough Collie vs Giant Schnauzer vs Icelandic Sheepdog Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Rough Collie or Giant Schnauzer or Icelandic Sheepdog?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Rough Collie bite force: Ordinary.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Giant Schnauzer bite force: The Strongest.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Icelandic Sheepdog 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 Giant Schnauzer has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Icelandic Sheepdog has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Rough Collie vs Giant Schnauzer vs Icelandic Sheepdog mouthiness comparison:
Rough Collie dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Giant Schnauzer dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Icelandic Sheepdog dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Rough Collie vs Giant Schnauzer vs Icelandic Sheepdog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Rough Collie vs Giant Schnauzer vs Icelandic Sheepdog health comparison. Which is the healthier: Rough Collie vs Giant Schnauzer vs Icelandic Sheepdog?
The Rough Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Giant Schnauzers are commonly healthy dogs.
Icelandic Sheepdogs tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Rough Collie vs Giant Schnauzer vs Icelandic Sheepdog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Rough Collie vs Giant Schnauzer vs Icelandic Sheepdog health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Drug Sensitivity
Collie Eye Anomaly
Gray Collie Syndrome
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Cancer
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Heart Problems
Elbow Dysplasia
Retinal Dysplasia
Glaucoma
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Eye Problems
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.
Rare
The Giant Schnauzer should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Frequent
The Icelandic Sheepdog should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Life Expectancy
Rough Collie vs Giant Schnauzer vs Icelandic Sheepdog lifespan comparison. How long do Rough Collie, Giant Schnauzer and Icelandic Sheepdog 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 Giant Schnauzer: 11 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Icelandic Sheepdog: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Rough Collie vs Giant Schnauzer vs Icelandic Sheepdog?
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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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Giant Schnauzer can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers cold weather
The Icelandic Sheepdog can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Rough Collie vs Giant Schnauzer vs Icelandic Sheepdog Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Rough Collie or Giant Schnauzer or Icelandic Sheepdog? Rough Collie vs Giant Schnauzer vs Icelandic Sheepdog 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.
Giant Schnauzer dogs are high-energy dogs.
Icelandic Sheepdog dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Rough Collie vs Giant Schnauzer vs Icelandic Sheepdog exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Rough Collie or Giant Schnauzer or Icelandic Sheepdog? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Rough Collie dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Giant Schnauzer dogs need a lot of exercises.
Icelandic Sheepdog dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Rough Collie or Giant Schnauzer or Icelandic Sheepdog?
Rough Collie dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Giant Schnauzer dogs don't need too much sleep.
Icelandic Sheepdog dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.

Rough Collie vs Giant Schnauzer vs Icelandic Sheepdog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Rough Collie or Giant Schnauzer or Icelandic Sheepdog?
2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals 1 to 2 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 Giant Schnauzer vs Icelandic Sheepdog weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The Rough Collie has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Giant Schnauzer has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Icelandic Sheepdog has an average risk for obesity.
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Rough Collie vs Giant Schnauzer vs Icelandic Sheepdog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Rough Collie vs Giant Schnauzer vs Icelandic Sheepdog coat comparison:
Rough
Soft
Thick
Straight
Harsh
Furry
Wiry Dense
Soft
Wavy
Thick
Straight
Colors
What are the original Rough Collie, Giant Schnauzer and Icelandic Sheepdog color?
White
Sable
Merle
Black & White & Tan
Blue & Merle
Blue & Merle & White
Sable & White
White & Merle
Black
Pepper
Salt
Black
Gray
Red
Cream
White
Fawn
Chocolate
Gold
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Rough Collie or Giant Schnauzer or Icelandic Sheepdog? Rough Collie vs Giant Schnauzer vs Icelandic Sheepdog grooming comparison:
Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Average: The Giant Schnauzer requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Icelandic Sheepdog requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Rough Collie or Giant Schnauzer or Icelandic Sheepdog? Rough Collie or Giant Schnauzer or {name3 shedding:
Rough Collie dogs are heavy shedders.
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Giant Schnauzer dogs shed none to minimal.
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Icelandic Sheepdog dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Rough Collie or Giant Schnauzer or Icelandic Sheepdog?
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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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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Hypoallergenic
Rough Collie vs Giant Schnauzer vs Icelandic Sheepdog 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 Giant Schnauzer vs Icelandic Sheepdog?

Medium

The Rough Collie has an average chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Giant Schnauzer has a low chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Icelandic Sheepdog 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 Giant Schnauzer is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Icelandic Sheepdog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Rough Collie vs Giant Schnauzer vs Icelandic Sheepdog 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.
Giant Schnauzer dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Icelandic Sheepdog dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Rough Collie or Giant Schnauzer or Icelandic Sheepdog? Which dog is more friendly?
Rough Collie dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Giant Schnauzer dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Icelandic Sheepdog dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Rough Collie or Giant Schnauzer or Icelandic Sheepdog?
Rough Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Giant Schnauzer dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Icelandic Sheepdog dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Rough Collie or Giant Schnauzer or Icelandic Sheepdog?
Rough Collie dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Giant Schnauzer dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Icelandic Sheepdog dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Rough Collie or Giant Schnauzer or Icelandic Sheepdog?
Rough Collie dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Giant Schnauzer dogs are not dog-friendly.
Icelandic Sheepdog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Rough Collie vs Giant Schnauzer vs Icelandic Sheepdog?
Yes
Rough Collie dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Giant Schnauzer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Icelandic Sheepdog 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
Giant Schnauzer is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Yes
Icelandic Sheepdog 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.
Giant Schnauzers are not the best breed for elderly people.
Icelandic Sheepdogs are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Rough Collie vs Giant Schnauzer vs Icelandic Sheepdog 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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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Rough Collie or Giant Schnauzer or Icelandic Sheepdog? 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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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a 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.

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 Giant Schnauzer vs Icelandic Sheepdog?

Not really

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

Giant Schnauzer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Icelandic Sheepdog breed usually doesn't like 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 Giant Schnauzer vs Icelandic Sheepdog 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 Giant Schnauzer and Icelandic Sheepdog have?
4-8 puppies 5-8 puppies 4-8 puppies

Rough Collie vs Giant Schnauzer vs Icelandic Sheepdog 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 1930 as a Working breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2010 as a Herding 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. Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Watchdogs and Herders 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
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.

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