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Samoyed vs Border Collie vs Australian Shepherd Comparison - Dog breed selector: Bjelkier or Sheepdog or Little Blue Dog? Find the right dog for you

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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Samoyed, Border Collie, and Australian Shepherd breeds.
Bjelkier
Nenetskaya Laika
Sammy
Samoiedskaya Sobaka
Smiley
Samoyedskaya
Sheepdog
Scotch Sheep Dog
Little Blue Dog
Aussie
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Samoyed, Border Collie, and Australian Shepherd? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Samoyed vs Border Collie vs Australian Shepherd Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Samoyed, Border Collie, and Australian Shepherd. Which breed is the largest?
Medium Large Large
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Samoyed, Border Collie, and Australian Shepherd? Compare adult weight ranges.
Male: 45-65 pounds (20.5-30 kg), Female: 35-50 pounds (16-20.5 kg) Male: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg), Female: 27-42 pounds (12-19 kg) Male: 50-65 pounds (25-29 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 55 pounds (25 kg), Female: 42.5 pounds (19 kg) Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Female: 34.5 pounds (15.5 kg) Male: 57.5 pounds (27 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Samoyed or Border Collie or Australian Shepherd? Samoyed vs Border Collie vs Australian Shepherd height comparison:
Male: 21-23.5 inches (53-60 cm), Female: 19-21 inches (48-53 cm) Male: 19-22 inches (48-56 cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46-53 cm) Male: 20-23 inches (52-58cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46–53 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 21-23.5 inches (56.5 cm), Female: 20 inches (50.5 cm) Male: 20.5 inches (52 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (49.5 cm) Male: 21.5 inches (55 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (46–53 cm)

Samoyed vs Border Collie vs Australian Shepherd Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Samoyed, Border Collie, and Australian Shepherd. Find price differences between these breeds.
$1200-$1500 $600-$800 $600-$800
Availability
Which is easier to get, Samoyed or Border Collie or Australian Shepherd?
Very frequent: The Samoyed is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Border Collie is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Australian Shepherd is quite easy to get.

Samoyed vs Border Collie vs Australian Shepherd Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Samoyed, Border Collie, and Australian Shepherd. Which breed ranks highest?
Smart: The Samoyed dogs have great intelligence.
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Outstanding: Border Collie is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Smart: The Australian Shepherd dogs have great intelligence.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Samoyed, Border Collie, and Australian Shepherd. Which is easiest to train?
Samoyed dogs are easy to train.
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Border Collie dogs are easy to train.
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Australian Shepherd dogs are very easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Samoyed, Border Collie, and Australian Shepherd. Which breed is most alert?
Samoyed dogs are good watchdogs.
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Border Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Australian Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Samoyed, Border Collie, and Australian Shepherd. Which breed is most protective?
Samoyed dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Border Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Australian Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Samoyed vs Border Collie vs Australian Shepherd Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Samoyed, Border Collie, and Australian Shepherd? Compare temperaments.
Playful
Stubborn
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Lively
Sociable
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Responsive
Loyal
Tenacious
Active
Loving
Protective
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Good-natured
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Samoyed dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Sensitive: Border Collie dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Sensitive: Australian Shepherd 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: Samoyed vs Border Collie vs Australian Shepherd?
High: Samoyed dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Border Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: Australian Shepherd dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Social Needs
Samoyed vs Border Collie vs Australian Shepherd social needs comparison:
Samoyed dogs are a social breed.
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Border Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Australian Shepherd dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
The wanderlust potential of the Samoyed is strong enough to escape from home.
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Border Collie dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Australian Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Samoyed dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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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.
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Australian Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Samoyed vs Border Collie vs Australian Shepherd Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Samoyed, Border Collie, and Australian Shepherd. Which breed is most vocal?
Average: The Samoyed barks occasionally.
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Low to Average: The Border Collie rarely barks.
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Low to Average: The Australian Shepherd rarely barks.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Samoyed, Border Collie, and Australian Shepherd. Which breed is most playful?
Average: Samoyeds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Border Collie is a highly playful breed.
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The Australian Shepherd is a highly playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Samoyed, Border Collie, and Australian Shepherd. 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 Samoyed indoors.
It is not recommended to keep the Border Collie breed in the home.
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 Australian Shepherd indoors.

Samoyed vs Border Collie vs Australian Shepherd Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Samoyed, Border Collie, and Australian Shepherd. Which breed is most flexible?
Samoyed dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Border Collie dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Australian Shepherd dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Samoyed or Border Collie or Australian Shepherd?
Samoyed 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.
Australian Shepherd 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.

Samoyed vs Border Collie vs Australian Shepherd Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Samoyed, Border Collie, and Australian Shepherd. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The Samoyed has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Border Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Australian Shepherd has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Samoyed, Border Collie, and Australian Shepherd. Which uses mouth most during play?
Samoyed dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Border Collie dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Australian Shepherd 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 Samoyed, Border Collie, and Australian Shepherd. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Samoyed bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Border Collie bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Australian Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.

Samoyed vs Border Collie vs Australian Shepherd Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Samoyed, Border Collie, and Australian Shepherd. Which breed lives longest?
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Samoyed: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Border Collie: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Australian Shepherd: 13 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Samoyed, Border Collie, and Australian Shepherd. Which handles climate changes best?
Prefers cold weather
The Samoyed can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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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.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Australian Shepherd can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Samoyed, Border Collie, and Australian Shepherd. Which has fewer health issues?
The Samoyed is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Border Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Australian Shepherd 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 Samoyed should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Border Collie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Australian Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Samoyed vs Border Collie vs Australian Shepherd? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Samoyed vs Border Collie vs Australian Shepherd health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Diabetes
Pulmonic Stenosis
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Collie Eye Anomaly
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Cancer
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Deafness
Drug Sensitivity
Elbow Dysplasia
Distichiasis
Collie Eye Anomaly
Detached Retina
Nasal Solar Dermatitis
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Persistent Pupillary Membranes

Samoyed vs Border Collie vs Australian Shepherd Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Samoyed, Border Collie, and Australian Shepherd. Which breed is most active?
Samoyed dogs are high-energy dogs.
Border Collie dogs are high-energy dogs.
Australian Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Samoyed vs Border Collie vs Australian Shepherd exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Samoyed or Border Collie or Australian Shepherd? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Samoyed dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Border Collie dogs need a lot of exercises.
Australian Shepherd dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Samoyed or Border Collie or Australian Shepherd?
Samoyed dogs don't need too much sleep.
Border Collie dogs don't need too much sleep.
Australian Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.

Samoyed vs Border Collie vs Australian Shepherd Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Samoyed, Border Collie, and Australian Shepherd. Which is most prone to obesity?
Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Samoyed's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average: The Border Collie has an average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Australian Shepherd's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Samoyed, Border Collie, and Australian Shepherd. Which needs most food?
2 to 3 cups 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. 1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

Samoyed vs Border Collie vs Australian Shepherd Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Samoyed, Border Collie, and Australian Shepherd. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Samoyed, Border Collie, and Australian Shepherd. What colors are available?
Cream
White
Biscuit
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
Red
Blue
Merle
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Samoyed, Border Collie, and Australian Shepherd. Which requires most maintenance?
Advanced: The Samoyed requires a lot of grooming.
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Average: The Border Collie requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Australian Shepherd requires average grooming effort.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Samoyed, Border Collie, and Australian Shepherd. Which drools least?
The Samoyed is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The Border Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Australian Shepherd is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Samoyed, Border Collie, and Australian Shepherd. Which has least natural smell?

Low 🔽

The Samoyed has a low chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Border Collie has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Australian Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Samoyed, Border Collie, and Australian Shepherd. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Dense Dense
Feathered
Straight
Short
Moderately Long
Feathered
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Samoyed, Border Collie, and Australian Shepherd. Which requires most frequent baths?
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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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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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 Samoyed or Border Collie or Australian Shepherd? Samoyed or Border Collie or {name3 shedding:
Samoyed dogs are heavy shedders.
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Border Collie dogs shed moderately.
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Australian Shepherd dogs shed moderately.
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Samoyed vs Border Collie vs Australian Shepherd Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Samoyed, Border Collie, and Australian Shepherd. Which is best with kids?
Samoyed dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Border Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Australian Shepherd dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Samoyed dogs are generally with other pets.
Border Collie dogs are generally with other pets.
Australian Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Samoyed or Border Collie or Australian Shepherd? Which dog is more friendly?
Samoyed dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Australian Shepherd dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Samoyed or Border Collie or Australian Shepherd?
Samoyed dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Australian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Samoyed or Border Collie or Australian Shepherd?
Samoyed dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Australian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Samoyed vs Border Collie vs Australian Shepherd?
Yes
Samoyed 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
Australian Shepherd dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Samoyed is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Border Collie is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Australian Shepherd is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Samoyeds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Border Collies are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Australian Shepherds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Samoyed vs Border Collie vs Australian Shepherd As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Samoyed, Border Collie, and Australian Shepherd. Which is best suited for service work?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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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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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Samoyed, Border Collie, and Australian Shepherd. Which excels in therapy work?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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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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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Samoyed, Border Collie, and Australian Shepherd. 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 Samoyed, Border Collie, and Australian Shepherd. 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 Samoyed, Border Collie, and Australian Shepherd. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

Samoyed breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Border Collie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Australian Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Samoyed, Border Collie, and Australian Shepherd. 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 Samoyed, Border Collie, and Australian Shepherd. 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.

Samoyed vs Border Collie vs Australian Shepherd Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Samoyed, Border Collie, and Australian Shepherd. Which has most puppies?
4-6 puppies 4-8 puppies 6-9 puppies, average 7
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Samoyed, Border Collie, and Australian Shepherd. Any breeding differences?
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Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Samoyed, Border Collie, and Australian Shepherd. 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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Samoyed vs Border Collie vs Australian Shepherd Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Samoyed, Border Collie, and Australian Shepherd. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1906 as a Working breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1995 as a Herding breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1991 as a Herding breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Samoyed, Border Collie, and Australian Shepherd. How are they classified internationally?
Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Sledge Dogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Samoyed, Border Collie, and Australian Shepherd. 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
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
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Australian Shepherd Club Of America

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