Rough Collie vs Golden Retriever Comparison – Which dog is better English Collie or Golden Flat Coat?

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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
Reviews	6	13
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Other Names What other names do they have?	English Collie Lassie Dog Long-Haired Collie Scottish Collie Collie	Golden Flat Coat Yellow Retriever
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Rough Collie vs Golden Retriever breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred

Rough Collie vs Golden Retriever Price and Availability Comparison

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 Which is easier to get, Rough Collie or Golden Retriever?	Very frequent: The Rough Collie is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Golden Retriever is quite easy to get.

Rough Collie vs Golden Retriever Size Comparison

Size Which dog is bigger, Rough Collie or Golden Retriever? Is the Rough Collie bigger than the Golden Retriever breed? Is a Rough Collie smaller than a Golden Retriever?	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)
Average 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? Is a Rough Collie taller than a Golden Retriever?	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)
Average 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 Grooming, Hair and 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 dog 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. See more.	Average: The Golden Retriever requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Rough Collie or Golden Retriever? Do Rough Collie dogs shed more than Golden Retriever dogs?	Rough Collies are heavy shedders. See more.	Golden Retrievers 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 Golden Retriever?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	2-3 weeks Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks. See more.

Rough Collie vs Golden Retriever Personality / Temperament 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. See more.	Outstanding: Golden Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
Smartest 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. See more.	Golden Retrievers are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Playfulness Rough Collie vs Golden Retriever playfulness comparison:	The Rough Collie is a playful breed. See more.	The Golden Retriever is a highly playful breed. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Rough Collie vs Golden Retriever?	Sensitive: Rough Collies don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Golden Retrievers have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Rough Collie vs Golden Retriever?	High: Rough Collies are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Golden Retrievers are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Rough Collie vs Golden Retriever social needs comparison:	Rough Collies need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Golden Retrievers need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Rough Collie vs Golden Retriever?	Low to Average: The Rough Collie rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Golden Retriever rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Rough Collie or Golden Retriever?	Rough Collies are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Golden Retrievers are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Rough Collie or Golden Retriever? 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. See more.	Golden Retrievers are average defenders. See more.
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Biting Potential Is a Rough Collie more dangerous than a Golden Retriever?	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 ⏺ Rough Collie bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Golden Retriever bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
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. See more.	Golden Retrievers have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.
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. See more.	Golden Retrievers tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.
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. See more.	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. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Rough Collie or Golden Retriever?	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.	It is not recommended to keep the Golden Retriever breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List
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.

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.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
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.
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.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
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 Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Rough Collie or Golden Retriever? Can a Rough Collie and a Golden Retriever be friends? Do Rough Collie dogs get along with Golden Retriever dogs?	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?	Yes Rough Collies are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Golden Retrievers 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.	Yes Golden Retriever 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.	Golden Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Rough Collie vs Golden Retriever Health 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.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
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).
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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 The average lifespan of Rough Collie: 15 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Golden Retriever: 11 years
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Hypoallergenic Rough Collie vs Golden Retriever hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
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.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
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 a lazy breed.	Golden Retrievers don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot
Average 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.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Rough Collie vs Golden Retriever weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Rough Collie has an average risk for obesity. See more.	High: The Golden Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Weather and 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. 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.
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the 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 of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	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. See more.

Rough Collie vs Golden Retriever 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.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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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. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
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.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
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.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor 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. See more.	Yes Golden Retriever 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.	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.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Rough Collie vs Golden Retriever Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	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.
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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Rough Collie vs Golden Retriever 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 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

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