Rough Collie vs Golden Retriever Comparison – Which dog is better Collie or Yellow Retriever?

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Name	Rough Collie	Golden Retriever
Origins	Scotland	Scotland
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Gun Dog
Popularity Rank	40	3
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Collie, Scottish Collie, Long-Haired Collie, English Collie, Lassie Dog	Yellow Retriever, Golden Flat Coat
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Rough Collie vs Golden Retriever 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 1925 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 Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers 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
Price Which is cheaper, Rough Collie or Golden Retriever? Which is more expensive? What is the difference in price between Rough Collie and Golden Retriever?	$400-$600	$1000-$2000
Availability	Very frequent	Very frequent

Rough Collie vs Golden Retriever General Appearance & Basic Info Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Rough Collie or Golden Retriever? Rough Collie vs Golden Retriever size comparison:	Large	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Rough Collie or Golden Retriever? Rough Collie vs Golden Retriever weight comparison:	Male: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg), Female: 53-65 pounds (24-29 kg)	Male: 60-80 pounds (27-36 kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 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: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Rough Collie or Golden Retriever? Rough Collie vs Golden Retriever height comparison:	Male: 24–26 inch (60–66 cm), Female: 22–24 inch (55–61 cm)	Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm)
Avg. Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)

Rough Collie vs Golden Retriever Hair & Care Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Rough Collie vs Golden Retriever coat comparison:	Rough Soft Thick Straight Harsh Furry	Silky Wavy Shiny Straight
Colors What are the original Rough Collie and Golden Retriever color? Rough Collie vs Golden Retriever color comparison:	Black & White & Tan Blue & Merle Blue & Merle & White Sable Sable & White White White & Merle Merle	Golden Light
Grooming Which is easy to maintain, Rough Collie or Golden Retriever? Rough Collie vs Golden Retriever grooming comparison:	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.	Average: The Golden Retriever requires average grooming effort.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Rough Collie or Golden Retriever? Rough Collie vs Golden Retriever shedding:	Rough Collies are heavy shedders.	Golden Retrievers shed moderately.
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Rough Collie or Golden Retriever?	3-4 weeks More often than average.	2-3 weeks Frequent.

Rough Collie vs Golden Retriever Characteristics Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Rough Collie or Golden Retriever? Rough Collie vs Golden Retriever behavior/temperament comparison:	Friendly Gentle Intelligent Loyal Protective Responsive Social Hard working Docile Obedient Elegant Herding	Confident Intelligent Reliable Friendly Kind Trustworthy
Intelligent Rank Which dog has more intelligence? Is a Rough Collie or Golden Retriever smarter? Which is best? Rough Collie vs Golden Retriever intelligence:	Very smart: Rough Collie is an excellent dog breed.	Outstanding: Golden Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds.
Trainability Rough Collie vs Golden Retriever trainability comparison. What's the difference between Rough Collie vs Golden Retriever?	Rough Collies are very easy to train.	Golden Retrievers are easy to train.
Playfulness Rough Collie vs Golden Retriever playfulness comparison:	The Rough Collie is a playful breed.	The Golden Retriever is a highly playful breed.
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Rough Collie vs Golden Retriever?	Rough Collies don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household and frequent guest visits.	Golden Retrievers have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Rough Collie vs Golden Retriever?	Rough Collies are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.	Golden Retrievers are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
Social Needs Rough Collie vs Golden Retriever social needs comparison:	Rough Collies need a lot of social interaction.	Golden Retrievers need a lot of social interaction.
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Rough Collie vs Golden Retriever?	Low to Average: The Rough Collie rarely barks.	Low to Average: The Golden Retriever rarely barks.
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Rough Collie or Golden Retriever?	Rough Collies are one of the best watchdogs.	Golden Retrievers are average 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.	Golden Retrievers are average defenders.
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 Golden Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.
Bite Force Which bite is stronger: Rough Collie or Golden Retriever?	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 Golden Retriever mouthiness comparison:	Rough Collies have an average tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.	Golden Retrievers have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Rough Collie vs Golden Retriever?	Rough Collies are not the biggest explorers.	Golden Retrievers tend to escape less than other breeds.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Rough Collie vs Golden Retriever? Which can be better for hunting?	Rough Collies have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.	Golden Retrievers 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.
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Rough Collie or Golden Retriever?	Nem a legjobb választás Rough Collie, ha lakásban szeretnéd tartani, ugyanakkor alapos lemozgatással, napi többszöri sétával tolerálják a benti körülményeket is, így megoldható Rough Collie tartása lakásban.	Nem ajánlott lakásban tartani Golden Retriever kutyafajtát.
Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Rough Collies adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Golden Retrievers adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Rough Collie or Golden Retriever?	Rough Collies tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Golden Retrievers tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Fighting Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Rough Collie vs Golden Retriever Good With Comparison

Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Rough Collie or Golden Retriever? Which dog is more friendly?	Rough Collies are stranger friendly dogs.	Golden Retrievers are very stranger friendly dogs.
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Rough Collie or Golden Retriever?	Rough Collies are very kid-friendly dogs.	Golden Retrievers are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Rough Collie or Golden Retriever?	Rough Collies are very cat-friendly dogs.	Golden Retrievers are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Rough Collie or Golden Retriever?	Rough Collies are dog-friendly dogs.	Golden Retrievers are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Rough Collie vs Golden Retriever?	No Rough Collies are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	Yes Golden Retrievers are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog.
Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Rough Collie or Golden Retriever? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.	Yes This breed makes a perfect 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.	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.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Rough Collie is not the best dog breed for office environment.	Yes Golden Retriever is one of the best dog breeds 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.	Yes 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.	Golden Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Boat Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Rough Collie vs Golden Retriever?	Not really Rough Collie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.	Yes Golden Retriever breed usually likes 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.	Golden Retrievers are usually friendly towards 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 Golden Retriever Health Factors Comparison

Health Issues Rough Collie vs Golden Retriever health comparison. Which is the healthier: Rough Collie vs Golden Retriever?	The Rough Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Golden Retrievers are commonly healthy dogs.
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Rough Collie vs Golden Retriever? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Rough Collie vs Golden Retriever health problems comparison:	Collie Eye Anomaly Gray Collie Syndrome Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Drug Sensitivity Hip Dysplasia	Allergies Bloat Cataracts Elbow Dysplasia Epilepsy Hemangiosarcoma Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Osteochondrosis Dissecans Osteosarcoma Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis Von Willebrand's Disease
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Rough Collie vs Golden Retriever?	Average The Rough Collie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Golden Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Life Expectancy Rough Collie vs Golden Retriever lifespan comparison. How long do Rough Collie and Golden Retriever breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? What is the age limit of the Rough Collie and Golden Retriever?	14-16 years	10-12 years
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Hypoallergenic Rough Collie vs Golden Retriever hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No	No
Energy Level Who has more energy a Rough Collie or Golden Retriever? Rough Collie vs Golden Retriever 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.	Golden Retrievers are high energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Rough Collie vs Golden Retriever exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Rough Collie or Golden Retriever? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Rough Collies need quite a lot of exercise.	Golden Retrievers need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Rough Collie or Golden Retriever?	Rough Collies sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered as a lazy breed.	Golden Retrievers don't need too much sleep.
Avg. daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Rough Collie or Golden Retriever? Does the Rough Collie breed eat more than the Golden Retriever breed?	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.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Rough Collie vs Golden Retriever weight gain potential comparison:	Average.	High: The Golden Retriever breed has a strong tendency to overweight.
Weather & Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Rough Collie vs Golden Retriever?	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.	Tolerates warm and cold weather.
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells least? Which dog smells most? Which is best, Rough Collie or Golden Retriever?	Medium The Rough Collie has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium The Golden Retriever 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 Golden Retriever?	The Rough Collie is a perfect example for very low drooling tendency.	The Golden Retriever 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 Golden Retriever 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 Golden Retriever have? Rough Collie vs Golden Retriever litter size comparison:	4-8 puppies	5-10 puppies
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