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Name	Russian Toy	Border Collie	Maltipoo
Origins	Russia	England Scotland Wales	Germany France Italy
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Group	Companion Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Designer Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Russian Toy, Border Collie, and Maltipoo breeds.	Moscovian Miniature Terrier Moscow Toy Terrier Russian Terrier Russian Toy Terrier	Sheepdog Scotch Sheep Dog	Maltapoo Malt-A-Poo Malte-Poo Maltese-Poodle MaltiPoodle Malt-oodles Moodle mPoo Multapoo Multipoo Multi-Poo Maltepoo
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Russian Toy, Border Collie, and Maltipoo? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Cross Breed

Russian Toy vs Border Collie vs Maltipoo Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Russian Toy, Border Collie, and Maltipoo. Which breed is the largest?	Small	Large	Small Medium
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Russian Toy, Border Collie, and Maltipoo? Compare adult weight ranges.	3-6 pounds (1.3-2.7 kg)	Male: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg), Female: 27-42 pounds (12-19 kg)	5-20 pounds (2,5-9 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	4.5 pounds (1.3-2.7 kg)	Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Female: 34.5 pounds (15.5 kg)	12.5 pounds (5,5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Russian Toy or Border Collie or Maltipoo? Russian Toy vs Border Collie vs Maltipoo height comparison:	8-10 inches (20-26 cm)	Male: 19-22 inches (48-56 cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46-53 cm)	10-13 inches (25-33 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	9 inches (23 cm)	Male: 20.5 inches (52 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (49.5 cm)	11.5 inches (27 cm)

Russian Toy vs Border Collie vs Maltipoo Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Russian Toy, Border Collie, and Maltipoo. Find price differences between these breeds.	$600-$800	$600-$800	$400-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Russian Toy or Border Collie or Maltipoo?	Average: The Russian Toy is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The Border Collie is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Maltipoo is easier than average to get.

Russian Toy vs Border Collie vs Maltipoo Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Russian Toy, Border Collie, and Maltipoo. Which breed ranks highest?	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Outstanding: Border Collie is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Smart: The Maltipoo dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between Russian Toy, Border Collie, and Maltipoo. Which is easiest to train?	Russian Toy dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Border Collie dogs are easy to train. See more.	Maltipoo dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Russian Toy, Border Collie, and Maltipoo. Which breed is most alert?	Russian Toy dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Border Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Maltipoo dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Russian Toy, Border Collie, and Maltipoo. Which breed is most protective?	Russian Toy dogs are average defenders. See more.	Border Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Maltipoo dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Russian Toy vs Border Collie vs Maltipoo Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Russian Toy, Border Collie, and Maltipoo? Compare temperaments.	Active Playful Protective Loyal Cheerful	Energetic Protective Alert Intelligent Responsive Loyal Tenacious	Active Funny Intelligent Affectionate Obedient Companionable
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Border 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: Russian Toy vs Border Collie vs Maltipoo?	High: Russian Toy dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Border Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Maltipoo dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Russian Toy vs Border Collie vs Maltipoo social needs comparison:	Russian Toy dogs are a social breed. See more.	Border Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Maltipoo dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Russian Toy dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Border Collie dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Maltipoo is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Russian Toy dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Border Collie 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.	Maltipoo 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

Russian Toy vs Border Collie vs Maltipoo Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Russian Toy, Border Collie, and Maltipoo. Which breed is most vocal?	Average to High: The Russian Toy is a vocal breed. See more.	Low to Average: The Border Collie rarely barks. See more.	A lot: Maltipoo is a particularly loud breed. See more.
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Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Russian Toy, Border Collie, and Maltipoo. Which breed is most playful?	The Russian Toy is a playful breed. See more.	The Border Collie is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Maltipoo is a playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Russian Toy, Border Collie, and Maltipoo. Which adapts best to small spaces?	Apartment-friendly dog the Russian Toy breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Border Collie breed in the home.	Very house-friendly dog the Maltipoo breed.
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Russian Toy vs Border Collie vs Maltipoo Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between Russian Toy, Border Collie, and Maltipoo. Which breed is most flexible?	Russian Toy dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Border Collie dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Maltipoo dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Russian Toy or Border Collie or Maltipoo?	Russian Toy 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.	Border Collie dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Maltipoo 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.

Russian Toy vs Border Collie vs Maltipoo Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Compare biting potential between Russian Toy, Border Collie, and Maltipoo. Which has lowest bite risk?	Low 🔽 The Russian Toy has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Border Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Maltipoo has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Compare mouthing tendencies between Russian Toy, Border Collie, and Maltipoo. Which uses mouth most during play?	Russian Toy dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Border Collie dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Maltipoo dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Compare bite forces between Russian Toy, Border Collie, and Maltipoo. Which has the strongest bite?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Russian Toy bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Border Collie bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Maltipoo bite force: Weak.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Russian Toy vs Border Collie vs Maltipoo Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Russian Toy, Border Collie, and Maltipoo. Which breed lives longest?	11-13 years The average lifespan of Russian Toy: 12 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Border Collie: 13 years	9-13 years The average lifespan of Maltipoo: 11 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Russian Toy, Border Collie, and Maltipoo. Which handles climate changes best?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Border 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 health problems common in Russian Toy, Border Collie, and Maltipoo. Which has fewer health issues?	Russian Toys tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Border Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Maltipoos tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Russian Toy should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Border Collie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Maltipoo should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Russian Toy vs Border Collie vs Maltipoo? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Russian Toy vs Border Collie vs Maltipoo health problems comparison:	Patellar Luxation Retained Baby Teeth	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Collie Eye Anomaly Osteochondrosis Dissecans	Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Portosystemic Liver Shunt White Dog Shaker Syndrome

Russian Toy vs Border Collie vs Maltipoo Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between Russian Toy, Border Collie, and Maltipoo. Which breed is most active?	Russian Toy dogs are high-energy dogs.	Border Collie dogs are high-energy dogs.	Maltipoo 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 Russian Toy vs Border Collie vs Maltipoo exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Russian Toy or Border Collie or Maltipoo? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Russian Toy dogs have an average exercise need.	Border Collie dogs need a lot of exercises.	Maltipoo dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Russian Toy or Border Collie or Maltipoo?	Russian Toy dogs don't need too much sleep.	Border Collie dogs don't need too much sleep.	Maltipoo 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

Russian Toy vs Border Collie vs Maltipoo Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Russian Toy, Border Collie, and Maltipoo. Which is most prone to obesity?	Average: The Russian Toy has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Border Collie has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The Maltipoo has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Russian Toy, Border Collie, and Maltipoo. Which needs most food?	1/4 to 1/2 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.	0.5 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Russian Toy vs Border Collie vs Maltipoo Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Russian Toy, Border Collie, and Maltipoo. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	No See more.	No See more.	Yes See more.
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Coat Colors Compare color variations between Russian Toy, Border Collie, and Maltipoo. What colors are available?	Black Tan Blue Brown	Black Tan Red Sable Brindle Lilac Gold Seal White & Red Slate Sable Merle Black & White Tricolor Blue merle Blue merle-tricolor Slate merle Red merle Saddleback Sable White & Blue White & Blue Merle White & Red Merle White Ticked White & Gold White & Sable White & Seal	Black Cream White Grey Gold Apricot Almost all colors
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Russian Toy, Border Collie, and Maltipoo. Which requires most maintenance?	Easy to groom: The Russian Toy doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Border Collie requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Maltipoo requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Russian Toy, Border Collie, and Maltipoo. Which drools least?	The Russian Toy is an average drooler. See more.	The Border Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Maltipoo is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Russian Toy, Border Collie, and Maltipoo. Which has least natural smell?	Medium ⏺ The Russian Toy has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Border Collie has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Maltipoo has a low chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Russian Toy, Border Collie, and Maltipoo. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Smooth	Dense Feathered Straight Short Moderately Long	Fluffy Soft Wavy Woolly
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Russian Toy, Border Collie, and Maltipoo. Which requires most frequent baths?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. 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.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Russian Toy or Border Collie or Maltipoo? Russian Toy or Border Collie or {name3 shedding:	Russian Toy dogs are low shedders. See more.	Border Collie dogs shed moderately. See more.	Maltipoo dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Russian Toy vs Border Collie vs Maltipoo Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between Russian Toy, Border Collie, and Maltipoo. Which is best with kids?	Russian Toy dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Border Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Maltipoo dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Russian Toy dogs are generally with other pets.	Border Collie dogs are generally with other pets.	Maltipoo dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Russian Toy or Border Collie or Maltipoo? Which dog is more friendly?	Russian Toy dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Maltipoo dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Russian Toy or Border Collie or Maltipoo?	Russian Toy dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Maltipoo dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Russian Toy or Border Collie or Maltipoo?	Russian Toy dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Maltipoo dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Russian Toy vs Border Collie vs Maltipoo?	Yes Russian Toy dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Border Collie dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Maltipoo dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Russian Toy is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Border Collie is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Maltipoo is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Russian Toys are usually recommended for elderly people.	Border Collies are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Maltipoos are usually recommended for elderly people.

Russian Toy vs Border Collie vs Maltipoo As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Russian Toy, Border Collie, and Maltipoo. Which is best suited for service work?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	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 Work Suitability Compare therapy dog potential between Russian Toy, Border Collie, and Maltipoo. Which excels in therapy work?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
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Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between Russian Toy, Border Collie, and Maltipoo. Which has best nose work ability?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	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 Compare search and rescue potential between Russian Toy, Border Collie, and Maltipoo. Which is best for SAR work?	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.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability Compare boating aptitude between Russian Toy, Border Collie, and Maltipoo. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really Russian Toy breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Border Collie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Maltipoo breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Russian Toy, Border Collie, and Maltipoo. Which is best for draft work?	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.
Military Service Background Compare military service history of Russian Toy, Border Collie, and Maltipoo. 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.

Russian Toy vs Border Collie vs Maltipoo Reproducibility Comparison

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

Russian Toy vs Border Collie vs Maltipoo Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Russian Toy, Border Collie, and Maltipoo. How are they classified?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club as a Miscellaneous breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1995 as a Herding breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Russian Toy, Border Collie, and Maltipoo. How are they classified internationally?	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Continental Toy Spaniel and Russian Toy section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Russian Toy, Border Collie, and Maltipoo. Which has most recognition?	Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Foundation Stock Service	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry 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 The American Int. Border Collie Registry The American Border Collie Association	Continental Kennel Club American Canine Hybrid Club Designer Breed Registry Designer Dogs Kennel Club National Maltipoo Club Maltipoo Club of America

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