Rough Collie vs Silky Terrier Comparison – Which dog is better English Collie or Australian Silky Terrier?

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Name	Rough Collie	Silky Terrier
Origins	Scotland	Australia
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Rough Collie and Silky Terrier. What other names are these breeds known by?	English Collie Lassie Dog Long-Haired Collie Scottish Collie Collie	Australian Silky Terrier Sydney Silky
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Rough Collie and a Silky Terrier. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Purebred

Rough Collie vs Silky Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Rough Collie or a Silky Terrier? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Large	Small
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Rough Collie and a Silky Terrier. Which breed is heavier?	Male: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg), Female: 53-65 pounds (24-29 kg)	8-11 pounds (4-5 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26 kg)	9.5 pounds (4.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Rough Collie or Silky Terrier? Is a Rough Collie taller than a Silky Terrier?	Male: 24–26 inch (60–66 cm), Female: 22–24 inch (55–61 cm)	9-10 inches (23-25 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm)	9.5 inches (24 cm)

Rough Collie vs Silky Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Rough Collie and a Silky Terrier. Which breed costs more?	$400-$600	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Rough Collie or Silky Terrier?	Very frequent: The Rough Collie is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Silky Terrier is easier than average to get.

Rough Collie vs Silky Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Rough Collie or a Silky Terrier? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Very smart: Rough Collie is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Smart: The Silky Terrier dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a Rough Collie or a Silky Terrier? Compare training requirements.	Rough Collie dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Silky Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: a Rough Collie or a Silky Terrier? Compare alertness levels.	Rough Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Silky Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Rough Collie or a Silky Terrier? Compare territorial behaviors.	Rough Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Silky Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Rough Collie vs Silky Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Rough Collie and a Silky Terrier. How do their temperaments differ?	Protective Intelligent Friendly Responsive Docile Obedient Loyal Gentle Social Elegant Hard working Herding	Alert Intelligent Friendly Responsive Quick Joyful Inquisitive
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Rough Collie vs Silky Terrier?	Sensitive: Rough Collie dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. 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 Silky Terrier?	High: Rough Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Silky 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 Silky Terrier social needs comparison:	Rough Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Silky Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Rough Collie vs Silky Terrier?	Rough Collie dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Silky Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Rough Collie vs Silky Terrier? Which can be better for hunting?	Rough Collie dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Silky Terrier dogs 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

Rough Collie vs Silky Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Rough Collie or a Silky Terrier? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Low to Average: The Rough Collie rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Silky Terrier barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: a Rough Collie or a Silky Terrier? Compare play drive and energy.	The Rough Collie is a playful breed. See more.	The Silky Terrier is a playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a Rough Collie or a Silky Terrier? Compare living space needs.	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 Silky Terrier breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Rough Collie vs Silky Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a Rough Collie or a Silky Terrier? Compare adaptability levels.	Rough Collie dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Average: Silky Terrier dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Rough Collie or Silky Terrier?	Rough Collie dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Silky Terrier dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.

Rough Collie vs Silky Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: a Rough Collie or a Silky Terrier? Compare biting tendencies.	Low 🔽 The Rough Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Silky Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: a Rough Collie or a Silky Terrier? Compare mouthing behaviors.	Rough Collie dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Silky Terrier dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: a Rough Collie or a Silky Terrier? Compare bite force PSI.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Rough Collie bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Silky Terrier bite force: Weak.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Rough Collie vs Silky Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Rough Collie or a Silky Terrier? Compare average lifespans.	14-16 years The average lifespan of Rough Collie: 15 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Silky Terrier: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Rough Collie or a Silky Terrier? Compare climate tolerances.	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 warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between a Rough Collie and a Silky Terrier. Which breed is healthier?	The Rough Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Silky Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Rough Collie vs Silky Terrier?	Average The Rough Collie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Silky Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Rough Collie vs Silky Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Rough Collie vs Silky Terrier health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Drug Sensitivity Collie Eye Anomaly Gray Collie Syndrome	Collapsed Trachea Legg-perthes Disease Epilepsy Diabetes

Rough Collie vs Silky Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: a Rough Collie or a Silky Terrier? Compare activity levels.	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.	Silky Terrier dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Rough Collie vs Silky Terrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Rough Collie or Silky Terrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Rough Collie dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Silky Terrier dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Rough Collie or Silky Terrier?	Rough Collie dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Silky Terrier dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Rough Collie vs Silky Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Rough Collie or a Silky Terrier? Compare obesity risks.	Average: The Rough Collie has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Silky Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Food Consumption Which eats more: a Rough Collie or a Silky Terrier? Compare daily food needs.	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Rough Collie vs Silky Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Rough Collie or a Silky Terrier? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	Yes See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors What color variations exist for Rough Collie and Silky Terrier? Compare breed colors.	White Sable Merle Black & White & Tan Blue & Merle Blue & Merle & White Sable & White White & Merle	Black Gray Tan Blue Cream Silver Fawn Tricolor Platinum
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Rough Collie or a Silky Terrier? Compare maintenance needs.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Advanced: The Silky Terrier requires a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: a Rough Collie or a Silky Terrier? Compare drooling amounts.	The Rough Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Silky Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a Rough Collie or a Silky Terrier? Compare natural smell levels.	Medium ⏺ The Rough Collie has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Silky Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Rough Collie and a Silky Terrier? Compare fur types.	Rough Soft Thick Straight Harsh Furry	Silky Straight Glossy
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Rough Collie or a Silky Terrier? Compare bathing frequencies.	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.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Rough Collie or Silky Terrier? Do Rough Collie dogs shed more than Silky Terrier dogs?	Rough Collie dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Silky Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Rough Collie vs Silky Terrier Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a Rough Collie or a Silky Terrier? Compare kid-friendliness.	Rough Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Silky Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Rough Collie dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Silky Terrier dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Rough Collie or Silky Terrier? Which dog is more friendly?	Rough Collie dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Silky Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Rough Collie or Silky Terrier?	Rough Collie dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Silky 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 Silky Terrier? Can a Rough Collie and a Silky Terrier be friends? Do Rough Collie dogs get along with Silky Terrier dogs?	Rough Collie dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Silky Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Rough Collie vs Silky Terrier?	Yes Rough Collie dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Silky 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 Silky 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.	Silky Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.

Rough Collie vs Silky Terrier As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Rough Collie or a Silky Terrier? Compare service capabilities.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Which is better for therapy work: a Rough Collie or a Silky Terrier? Compare therapy capabilities.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: a Rough Collie or a Silky Terrier? Compare scenting abilities.	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.
Search & Rescue Potential Which is better for search and rescue: a Rough Collie or a Silky Terrier? Compare SAR abilities.	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.
Maritime Work Ability Which is better on boats: a Rough Collie or a Silky Terrier? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really Rough Collie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Silky Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a Rough Collie or a Silky Terrier? Compare draft work capabilities.	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.
Military Service Background Compare military history between Rough Collie and Silky Terrier. Which has stronger military background?	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 Silky Terrier Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Rough Collie and Silky Terrier. Which has larger litters?	4-8 puppies	3-5 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Rough Collie and Silky Terrier breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Rough Collie and Silky Terrier. Which needs longer recovery?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Rough Collie vs Silky Terrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Rough Collie and Silky Terrier. Which groups do they belong to?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1959 as a Toy breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Rough Collie and Silky Terrier. Which groups are they in?	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Toy Terriers section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Rough Collie and Silky Terrier. Which is more widely recognized?	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 Club Espanol De Terriers

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