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

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Name	Rough Collie	Labrador Retriever
Origins	Scotland	England Canada
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Gun Dog
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Collie, Scottish Collie, Long-Haired Collie, English Collie, Lassie Dog	Labrador, Lab
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Rough Collie vs Labrador 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 1917 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 Canadian Canine Registry
Price Which is cheaper, Rough Collie or Labrador Retriever? Which is more expensive? What is the difference in price between Rough Collie and Labrador Retriever?	$400-$600	$1000-$2000
Availability	Very frequent	Very frequent

Rough Collie vs Labrador Retriever General Appearance & Basic Info Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Rough Collie or Labrador Retriever? Rough Collie vs Labrador Retriever size comparison:	Large	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Rough Collie or Labrador Retriever? Rough Collie vs Labrador Retriever weight comparison:	Male: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg), Female: 53-65 pounds (24-29 kg)	Male: 60-75 pounds (27-34kg), 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: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Rough Collie or Labrador Retriever? Rough Collie vs Labrador Retriever height comparison:	Male: 24–26 inch (60–66 cm), Female: 22–24 inch (55–61 cm)	Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 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: 22 inches (55.5 cm)

Rough Collie vs Labrador Retriever Hair & Care Comparison

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

Rough Collie vs Labrador Retriever Characteristics Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Rough Collie or Labrador Retriever? Rough Collie vs Labrador Retriever behavior/temperament comparison:	Friendly Gentle Intelligent Loyal Protective Responsive Social Hard working Docile Obedient Elegant Herding	Affectionate Cheerful Friendly Intelligent Loyal Playful Social Alert Energetic Gentle Loving Going Responsive
Intelligent Rank Which dog has more intelligence? Is a Rough Collie or Labrador Retriever smarter? Which is best? Rough Collie vs Labrador Retriever intelligence:	Very smart: Rough Collie is an excellent dog breed.	Outstanding: Labrador Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds.
Trainability Rough Collie vs Labrador Retriever trainability comparison. What's the difference between Rough Collie vs Labrador Retriever?	Rough Collies are very easy to train.	Labrador Retrievers are very easy to train.
Playfulness Rough Collie vs Labrador Retriever playfulness comparison:	The Rough Collie is a playful breed.	The Labrador Retriever is a highly playful breed.
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Rough Collie vs Labrador Retriever?	Rough Collies don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household and frequent guest visits.	Labrador Retrievers 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 Labrador Retriever?	Rough Collies are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.	Labrador Retrievers may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence.
Social Needs Rough Collie vs Labrador Retriever social needs comparison:	Rough Collies need a lot of social interaction.	Labrador Retrievers need a lot of social interaction.
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Rough Collie vs Labrador Retriever?	Low to Average: The Rough Collie rarely barks.	Average: The Labrador Retriever barks occasionally.
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Rough Collie or Labrador Retriever?	Rough Collies are one of the best watchdogs.	Labrador 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.	Labrador 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 Labrador Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.
Bite Force Which bite is stronger: Rough Collie or Labrador 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 Labrador Retriever mouthiness comparison:	Rough Collies have an average tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.	Labrador 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 Labrador Retriever?	Rough Collies are not the biggest explorers.	Labrador Retrievers have average wanderlust potential.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Rough Collie vs Labrador Retriever? Which can be better for hunting?	Rough Collies have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.	Labrador Retrievers have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Rough Collie or Labrador 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 Labrador 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.	Labrador 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 Labrador Retriever?	Rough Collies tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Labrador 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.

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

Health Issues Rough Collie vs Labrador Retriever health comparison. Which is the healthier: Rough Collie vs Labrador Retriever?	The Rough Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Labrador Retriever is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Rough Collie vs Labrador Retriever? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Rough Collie vs Labrador Retriever health problems comparison:	Collie Eye Anomaly Gray Collie Syndrome Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Drug Sensitivity Hip Dysplasia	Acute Moist Dermatitis Bloat Cataracts Cold Tail Ear Infections Elbow Dysplasia Epilepsy Hip Dysplasia Myopathy Osteochondrosis Dissecans Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Rough Collie vs Labrador Retriever?	Average The Rough Collie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Labrador Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy Rough Collie vs Labrador Retriever lifespan comparison. How long do Rough Collie and Labrador Retriever breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? What is the age limit of the Rough Collie and Labrador Retriever?	14-16 years	10-12 years
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Hypoallergenic Rough Collie vs Labrador Retriever hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No	No
Energy Level Who has more energy a Rough Collie or Labrador Retriever? Rough Collie vs Labrador 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.	Labrador Retrievers are high energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Rough Collie vs Labrador Retriever exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Rough Collie or Labrador Retriever? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Rough Collies need quite a lot of exercise.	Labrador Retrievers need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Rough Collie or Labrador Retriever?	Rough Collies sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered as a lazy breed.	Labrador Retrievers don't need too much sleep.
Avg. daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Rough Collie or Labrador Retriever? Does the Rough Collie breed eat more than the Labrador Retriever breed?	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 2.5 to 3 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 Labrador Retriever weight gain potential comparison:	Average.	High: The Labrador Retriever breed has a strong tendency to overweight.
Weather & Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Rough Collie vs Labrador 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 Labrador Retriever?	Medium The Rough Collie has an average chance of bad smell.	High The Labrador Retriever has a high chance of bad smell.
Drooling tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? What's the difference between Rough Collie vs Labrador Retriever?	The Rough Collie is a perfect example for very low drooling tendency.	The Labrador Retriever is an average drooler.

Rough Collie vs Labrador 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 Labrador Retriever have? Rough Collie vs Labrador Retriever litter size comparison:	4-8 puppies	5-10 puppies
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