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Rough Collie vs Spanish Water Dog vs Whippet Comparison - Dog breed selector: English Collie or Perro De Agua Español or Snap Dog? Find the right dog for you

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Name Rough Collie Spanish Water Dog Whippet
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Rough Collie, Spanish Water Dog, and Whippet breeds.
English Collie
Lassie Dog
Long-Haired Collie
Scottish Collie
Collie
Perro De Agua Español Snap Dog
English Whippet
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Rough Collie, Spanish Water Dog, and Whippet? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Rough Collie vs Spanish Water Dog vs Whippet Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Rough Collie, Spanish Water Dog, and Whippet. Which breed is the largest?
Large Medium Medium
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Rough Collie, Spanish Water Dog, and Whippet? Compare adult weight ranges.
Male: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg), Female: 53-65 pounds (24-29 kg) Male: 40-49 pounds (18-22 kg), Female: 30-40 pounds (14-18 kg) 25 - 45 pounds (11 - 21 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: 44.5 pounds (20 kg), Female: 35 pounds (16 kg) 25 - 45 pounds (11 - 21 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Rough Collie or Spanish Water Dog or Whippet? Rough Collie vs Spanish Water Dog vs Whippet height comparison:
Male: 24–26 inch (60–66 cm), Female: 22–24 inch (55–61 cm) Male: 17-20 inches (44-50 cm), Female: 16-18 inches (40-46 cm) Male: 18.5-20 inches (46-51 cm), Female: 17.5-19 inches (44-48 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm) Male: 18.5 inches (47 cm), Female: 17 inches (43 cm) Male: 19 inches (48.5 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm)

Rough Collie vs Spanish Water Dog vs Whippet Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Rough Collie, Spanish Water Dog, and Whippet. Find price differences between these breeds.
$400-$600 $1000-$1200 $800-$1200
Availability
Which is easier to get, Rough Collie or Spanish Water Dog or Whippet?
Very frequent: The Rough Collie is quite easy to get.
Frequent: The Spanish Water Dog is easier than average to get.
Very frequent: The Whippet is quite easy to get.

Rough Collie vs Spanish Water Dog vs Whippet Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Rough Collie, Spanish Water Dog, and Whippet. Which breed ranks highest?
Very smart: Rough Collie is an excellent dog breed.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Rough Collie, Spanish Water Dog, and Whippet. Which is easiest to train?
Rough Collie dogs are very easy to train.
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Spanish Water Dog dogs are easy to train.
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Whippet dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Rough Collie, Spanish Water Dog, and Whippet. Which breed is most alert?
Rough Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Spanish Water Dog dogs are good watchdogs.
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Whippet dogs are average watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Rough Collie, Spanish Water Dog, and Whippet. Which breed is most protective?
Rough Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Spanish Water Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Whippet dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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Rough Collie vs Spanish Water Dog vs Whippet Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Rough Collie, Spanish Water Dog, and Whippet? Compare temperaments.
Protective
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Docile
Obedient
Loyal
Gentle
Social
Elegant
Hard working
Herding
Affectionate
Loyal
Trainable
Athletic
Diligent
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Outright
Companionable
Adaptable
Quiet
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.
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Sensitive: Spanish Water Dog dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Sensitive: Whippet dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Rough Collie vs Spanish Water Dog vs Whippet?
High: Rough Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Spanish Water Dog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average: Whippet dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Social Needs
Rough Collie vs Spanish Water Dog vs Whippet social needs comparison:
Rough Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Spanish Water Dog dogs are a social breed.
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Whippet dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Rough Collie dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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The wanderlust potential of the Spanish Water Dog is strong enough to escape from home.
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The wanderlust potential of the Whippet is strong enough to escape from home.
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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.
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Spanish Water Dog dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Whippet dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Rough Collie vs Spanish Water Dog vs Whippet Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Rough Collie, Spanish Water Dog, and Whippet. Which breed is most vocal?
Low to Average: The Rough Collie rarely barks.
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Average: The Spanish Water Dog barks occasionally.
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Low: The Whippet barks none to minimal.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Rough Collie, Spanish Water Dog, and Whippet. Which breed is most playful?
The Rough Collie is a playful breed.
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The Spanish Water Dog is a playful breed.
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Average: Whippets, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Rough Collie, Spanish Water Dog, and Whippet. Which adapts best to small spaces?
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 Spanish Water Dog breed in the home.
Very house-friendly dog the Whippet breed.

Rough Collie vs Spanish Water Dog vs Whippet Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Rough Collie, Spanish Water Dog, and Whippet. Which breed is most flexible?
Rough Collie dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Spanish Water Dog dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Whippet dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Rough Collie or Spanish Water Dog or Whippet?
Rough Collie dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Spanish Water Dog 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.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Rough Collie vs Spanish Water Dog vs Whippet Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Rough Collie, Spanish Water Dog, and Whippet. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The Rough Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Spanish Water Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Whippet has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Rough Collie, Spanish Water Dog, and Whippet. Which uses mouth most during play?
Rough Collie dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Spanish Water Dog dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Whippet dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Rough Collie, Spanish Water Dog, and Whippet. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Rough Collie bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Spanish Water Dog bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Whippet bite force: Ordinary.

Rough Collie vs Spanish Water Dog vs Whippet Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Rough Collie, Spanish Water Dog, and Whippet. Which breed lives longest?
14-16 years
The average lifespan of Rough Collie: 15 years
10-14 years
The average lifespan of Spanish Water Dog: 12 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Whippet: 13 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Rough Collie, Spanish Water Dog, and Whippet. Which handles climate changes best?
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.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Prefers warm weather
Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates.
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Rough Collie, Spanish Water Dog, and Whippet. Which has fewer health issues?
The Rough Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Spanish Water Dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Whippet is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Vet Care Frequency
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.
Average
The Spanish Water Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Whippet should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Rough Collie vs Spanish Water Dog vs Whippet? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Rough Collie vs Spanish Water Dog vs Whippet health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Drug Sensitivity
Collie Eye Anomaly
Gray Collie Syndrome
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Cherry Eye
Distichiasis
Addison's Disease
Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency
Neuroaxonal Dystrophy
Heart Murmurs
Hypothyroidism
Von Willebrand's Disease
Heart Problems
Deafness
Vaccination Sensitivity
Drug Sensitivity
Arthritis
Kidney Issues
Addison's Disease

Rough Collie vs Spanish Water Dog vs Whippet Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Rough Collie, Spanish Water Dog, and Whippet. Which breed is most active?
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.
Spanish Water Dog dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Whippet dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Rough Collie vs Spanish Water Dog vs Whippet exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Rough Collie or Spanish Water Dog or Whippet? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Rough Collie dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Spanish Water Dog dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Whippet dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Rough Collie or Spanish Water Dog or Whippet?
Rough Collie dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Spanish Water Dog dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Whippet dogs don't need too much sleep.

Rough Collie vs Spanish Water Dog vs Whippet Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Rough Collie, Spanish Water Dog, and Whippet. Which is most prone to obesity?
Average: The Rough Collie has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Spanish Water Dog has an average risk for obesity.
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Low: The Whippet has good luck with genetics.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Rough Collie, Spanish Water Dog, and Whippet. Which needs most food?
2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

Rough Collie vs Spanish Water Dog vs Whippet Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Rough Collie, Spanish Water Dog, and Whippet. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Rough Collie, Spanish Water Dog, and Whippet. What colors are available?
White
Sable
Merle
Black & White & Tan
Blue & Merle
Blue & Merle & White
Sable & White
White & Merle
Black
White
Chestnut
Black & White
Brown & White
Black
Red
Blue
Cream
White
Fawn
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Rough Collie, Spanish Water Dog, and Whippet. Which requires most maintenance?
Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Easy to groom: The Spanish Water Dog doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Effortless: The Whippet requires minimal grooming.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Rough Collie, Spanish Water Dog, and Whippet. Which drools least?
The Rough Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Spanish Water Dog is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The Whippet is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Rough Collie, Spanish Water Dog, and Whippet. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The Rough Collie has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Spanish Water Dog has an average chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Whippet has a low chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Rough Collie, Spanish Water Dog, and Whippet. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Rough
Soft
Thick
Straight
Harsh
Furry
Curly
Waterproof
Woolly
No Undercoat
Grow into dreadlocks
Fine
Short
Close in texture
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Rough Collie, Spanish Water Dog, and Whippet. Which requires most frequent baths?
3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Rough Collie or Spanish Water Dog or Whippet? Rough Collie or Spanish Water Dog or {name3 shedding:
Rough Collie dogs are heavy shedders.
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Spanish Water Dog dogs shed none to minimal.
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Whippet dogs are low shedders.
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Rough Collie vs Spanish Water Dog vs Whippet Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Rough Collie, Spanish Water Dog, and Whippet. Which is best with kids?
Rough Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Spanish Water Dog dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Whippet dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Rough Collie dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Spanish Water Dog dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Whippet dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Rough Collie or Spanish Water Dog or Whippet? Which dog is more friendly?
Rough Collie dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Spanish Water Dog dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Whippet dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Rough Collie or Spanish Water Dog or Whippet?
Rough Collie dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Spanish Water Dog dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Whippet dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Rough Collie or Spanish Water Dog or Whippet?
Rough Collie dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Spanish Water Dog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Whippet dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Rough Collie vs Spanish Water Dog vs Whippet?
Yes
Rough Collie dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Spanish Water Dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Whippet 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
Spanish Water Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Whippet 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.
Spanish Water Dogs are not the best breed for elderly people.
Whippets are usually recommended for elderly people.

Rough Collie vs Spanish Water Dog vs Whippet As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Rough Collie, Spanish Water Dog, and Whippet. Which is best suited for service work?

Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Rough Collie, Spanish Water Dog, and Whippet. Which excels in therapy work?

Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Rough Collie, Spanish Water Dog, and Whippet. Which has best nose work ability?

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 & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Rough Collie, Spanish Water Dog, and Whippet. Which is best for SAR work?

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.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Rough Collie, Spanish Water Dog, and Whippet. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

Rough Collie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Yes

Spanish Water Dog breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Not really

Whippet breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Rough Collie, Spanish Water Dog, and Whippet. Which is best for draft work?

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Rough Collie, Spanish Water Dog, and Whippet. Which has most military use?

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 Spanish Water Dog vs Whippet Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Rough Collie, Spanish Water Dog, and Whippet. Which has most puppies?
4-8 puppies 4-6 puppies 4-8 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Rough Collie, Spanish Water Dog, and Whippet. Any breeding differences?
60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Rough Collie, Spanish Water Dog, and Whippet. What's recommended?

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Rough Collie vs Spanish Water Dog vs Whippet Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Rough Collie, Spanish Water Dog, and Whippet. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Herding breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2015 as a Herding breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Hound breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Rough Collie, Spanish Water Dog, and Whippet. How are they classified internationally?
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 Water Dogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Short-haired Sighthounds section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Rough Collie, Spanish Water Dog, and Whippet. Which has most recognition?
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
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
National Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
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

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