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Name	Rough Collie	Pekingese	Sealyham Terrier
Origins	Scotland	China	Wales
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Companion Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	English Collie Lassie Dog Long-Haired Collie Scottish Collie Collie	Chinese Spaniel Lion Dog Peke Peking Palasthund Pelchie Dog Peking Lion Dog	Cowley Terrier Welsh Border Terrier
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Rough Collie vs Pekingese vs Sealyham Terrier breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Rough Collie vs Pekingese vs Sealyham Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Rough Collie or Pekingese or Sealyham Terrier? Which is the smallest dog, Rough Collie or Pekingese or Sealyham Terrier?	Large	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Rough Collie or Pekingese or Pekingese? Rough Collie vs Pekingese vs Sealyham Terrier weight comparison:	Male: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg), Female: 53-65 pounds (24-29 kg)	8-10 pounds (3.6-4.5 kg)	20 pounds (9 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26 kg)	9 pounds (3.6-4.5 kg)	20 pounds (9 kg)
Height Which is taller, Rough Collie or Pekingese or Sealyham Terrier? Rough Collie vs Pekingese vs Sealyham Terrier height comparison:	Male: 24–26 inch (60–66 cm), Female: 22–24 inch (55–61 cm)	6-9 inches (30.4-45 cm)	12 inches (30 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm)	7.5 inches (30.24.5 cm)	12 inches (30 cm)

Rough Collie vs Pekingese vs Sealyham Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Rough Collie or Pekingese or Sealyham Terrier? Which is more expensive?	$400-$600	$600-$800	$800-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Rough Collie or Pekingese or Sealyham Terrier?	Very frequent: The Rough Collie is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Pekingese is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Sealyham Terrier is easier than average to get.

Rough Collie vs Pekingese vs Sealyham Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Rough Collie vs Pekingese vs Sealyham Terrier intelligence:	Very smart: Rough Collie is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Low: The Pekingese is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Rough Collie vs Pekingese vs Sealyham Terrier trainability comparison.	Rough Collie dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Pekingese dogs are easy to train. See more.	Sealyham Terrier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Rough Collie or Pekingese or Sealyham Terrier?	Rough Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Pekingese dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Sealyham Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Rough Collie or Pekingese or Sealyham Terrier? 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. See more.	Pekingese dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Sealyham Terrier dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Rough Collie vs Pekingese vs Sealyham Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Rough Collie or Pekingese or Sealyham Terrier? Rough Collie vs Pekingese vs Sealyham Terrier behavior/temperament comparison:	Protective Intelligent Friendly Responsive Docile Obedient Loyal Gentle Social Elegant Hard working Herding	Stubborn Intelligent Affectionate Aggressive Good-natured Opinionated	Alert Intelligent Friendly Outright Tempered Fearless Calm
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. See more.	Pekingese dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Rough Collie vs Pekingese vs Sealyham Terrier?	High: Rough Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Pekingese dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Sealyham Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Rough Collie vs Pekingese vs Sealyham Terrier social needs comparison:	Rough Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Pekingese dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Sealyham Terrier dogs are kinda antisocial. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Rough Collie dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Pekingese dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Sealyham Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
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. See more.	Pekingese dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Sealyham Terrier dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Rough Collie vs Pekingese vs Sealyham Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Rough Collie vs Pekingese vs Sealyham Terrier playfulness comparison:	The Rough Collie is a playful breed. See more.	Pekingeses don't really like playing. See more.	Average: Sealyham Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Rough Collie vs Pekingese vs Sealyham Terrier?	Low to Average: The Rough Collie rarely barks. See more.	Average to High: The Pekingese is a vocal breed. See more.	Average: The Sealyham Terrier barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Rough Collie or Pekingese or Sealyham Terrier?	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.	Very house-friendly dog the Pekingese breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Sealyham Terrier breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Rough Collie vs Pekingese vs Sealyham Terrier 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.	Pekingese dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Sealyham Terrier 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 Pekingese or Sealyham Terrier?	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.	Sealyham Terrier dogs handle alone time quite well.

Rough Collie vs Pekingese vs Sealyham Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Rough Collie or Pekingese or Sealyham Terrier?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Rough Collie bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Pekingese bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Sealyham Terrier bite force: Weak.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
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 Pekingese has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Sealyham Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Rough Collie vs Pekingese vs Sealyham Terrier mouthiness comparison:	Rough Collie dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Pekingese dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Sealyham Terrier dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Rough Collie vs Pekingese vs Sealyham Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Rough Collie vs Pekingese vs Sealyham Terrier health comparison. Which is the healthier: Rough Collie vs Pekingese vs Sealyham Terrier?	The Rough Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Pekingeses are commonly healthy dogs.	Sealyham Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Rough Collie vs Pekingese vs Sealyham Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Rough Collie vs Pekingese vs Sealyham Terrier health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Drug Sensitivity Collie Eye Anomaly Gray Collie Syndrome	Cataracts Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Entropion Intervertebral Disk Disease Exposure Keratopathy Syndrome Distichiasis Mitral Valve Disease Cryptorchidism Ectopic Cilia Cleft Palate Brachycephalic Syndrome Hydrocephalus Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca	Allergies Eye Problems Ear Infections Intervertebral Disk Disease Skin Allergies Primary Lens Luxation Glaucoma
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 Pekingese should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Frequent The Sealyham Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Life Expectancy Rough Collie vs Pekingese vs Sealyham Terrier lifespan comparison. How long do Rough Collie, Pekingese and Sealyham Terrier breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	14-16 years The average lifespan of Rough Collie: 15 years	13-15 years The average lifespan of Pekingese: 14 years	14-16 years The average lifespan of Sealyham Terrier: 15 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Rough Collie vs Pekingese vs Sealyham Terrier?	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.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Pekingese can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Sealyham Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Rough Collie vs Pekingese vs Sealyham Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Rough Collie or Pekingese or Sealyham Terrier? Rough Collie vs Pekingese vs Sealyham Terrier 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.	Pekingese dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.	Sealyham Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Rough Collie vs Pekingese vs Sealyham Terrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Rough Collie or Pekingese or Sealyham Terrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Rough Collie dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Pekingese dogs exercise need is very minimal.	Sealyham Terrier dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Rough Collie or Pekingese or Sealyham Terrier?	Rough Collie dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Pekingese dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	Sealyham Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Rough Collie vs Pekingese vs Sealyham Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Rough Collie or Pekingese or Sealyham Terrier?	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/4 to 1/2 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1 to 1.5 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 Pekingese vs Sealyham Terrier weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Rough Collie has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Pekingese has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Sealyham Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Rough Collie vs Pekingese vs Sealyham Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Rough Collie vs Pekingese vs Sealyham Terrier coat comparison:	Rough Soft Thick Straight Harsh Furry	Dense	Wiry Dense Soft Weather-resistant
Colors What are the original Rough Collie, Pekingese and Sealyham Terrier color?	White Sable Merle Black & White & Tan Blue & Merle Blue & Merle & White Sable & White White & Merle	Black Gray Red Cream White Fawn	White
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Rough Collie or Pekingese or Sealyham Terrier? Rough Collie vs Pekingese vs Sealyham Terrier grooming comparison:	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Average: The Sealyham Terrier requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Rough Collie or Pekingese or Sealyham Terrier? Rough Collie or Pekingese or {name3 shedding:	Rough Collie dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Pekingese dogs shed moderately. See more.	Sealyham Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. 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 Pekingese or Sealyham Terrier?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Rough Collie vs Pekingese vs Sealyham Terrier hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	Yes See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Rough Collie vs Pekingese vs Sealyham Terrier?	Medium ⏺ The Rough Collie has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Pekingese has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Sealyham Terrier 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. See more.	The Pekingese is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Sealyham Terrier is an average drooler. See more.

Rough Collie vs Pekingese vs Sealyham Terrier 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.	Pekingese dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Sealyham Terrier dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Rough Collie or Pekingese or Sealyham Terrier? Which dog is more friendly?	Rough Collie dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Pekingese dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Sealyham Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Rough Collie or Pekingese or Sealyham Terrier?	Rough Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Pekingese dogs are not kid-friendly dogs.	Sealyham Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Rough Collie or Pekingese or Sealyham Terrier?	Rough Collie dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Pekingese dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Sealyham Terrier dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Rough Collie or Pekingese or Sealyham Terrier?	Rough Collie dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Pekingese dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Sealyham Terrier dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Rough Collie vs Pekingese vs Sealyham Terrier?	Yes Rough Collie dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Pekingese dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Sealyham Terrier 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 Pekingese is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Sealyham Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Rough Collies are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Pekingeses are not recommended for elderly people.	Sealyham Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.

Rough Collie vs Pekingese vs Sealyham Terrier 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.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Rough Collie or Pekingese or Sealyham Terrier? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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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 Pekingese vs Sealyham Terrier?	Not really Rough Collie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Pekingese breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Sealyham Terrier breed usually doesn't like 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.	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.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Rough Collie vs Pekingese vs Sealyham Terrier 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. See more.	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 Pekingese and Sealyham Terrier have?	4-8 puppies	2-4 puppies	3-6 puppies
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Rough Collie vs Pekingese vs Sealyham Terrier 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 1906 as a Toy breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1911 as a Terrier 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 Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Japan Chin and Pekingese section.	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Small sized Terriers 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 National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Pekingese Club Of America	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 Club Espanol De Terriers

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