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Name	Scotch Collie	Australian Shepherd	Labradoodle
Origins	Scotland	United States	Australia
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Designer Dogs
Popularity Rank	500	17	556
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Old Farm Collie Scottish Collie Farm Collie	Little Blue Dog Aussie	No data available
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Scotch Collie vs Australian Shepherd vs Labradoodle breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Cross Breed

Scotch Collie vs Australian Shepherd vs Labradoodle Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Scotch Collie or Australian Shepherd or Labradoodle? Which is the smallest dog, Scotch Collie or Australian Shepherd or Labradoodle?	Large	Large	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Scotch Collie or Australian Shepherd or Australian Shepherd? Scotch Collie vs Australian Shepherd vs Labradoodle weight comparison:	Male: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg)	Male: 50-65 pounds (25-29 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg)	50-64 pounds (22-34 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg)	Male: 57.5 pounds (27 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg)	57.5 pounds (26 kg)
Height Which is taller, Scotch Collie or Australian Shepherd or Labradoodle? Scotch Collie vs Australian Shepherd vs Labradoodle height comparison:	Male: 21-24 inches (53-61 cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm)	Male: 20-23 inches (52-58cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46–53 cm)	Male: 22 - 24 inches (50 – 60 cm), Female: 20 - 22 inches (50 - 55 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 22.5 inches (57 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)	Male: 21.5 inches (55 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (46–53 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)

Scotch Collie vs Australian Shepherd vs Labradoodle Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Scotch Collie or Australian Shepherd or Labradoodle? Which is more expensive?	$700-$900	$600-$800	$1000-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Scotch Collie or Australian Shepherd or Labradoodle?	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Very frequent: The Australian Shepherd is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Labradoodle is easier than average to get.

Scotch Collie vs Australian Shepherd vs Labradoodle Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Scotch Collie vs Australian Shepherd vs Labradoodle intelligence:	Smart: The Scotch Collie dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Smart: The Australian Shepherd dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Smart: The Labradoodle dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Trainability Scotch Collie vs Australian Shepherd vs Labradoodle trainability comparison.	Scotch Collie dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Labradoodle dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Scotch Collie or Australian Shepherd or Labradoodle?	Scotch Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Labradoodle dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Scotch Collie or Australian Shepherd or Labradoodle? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Scotch Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Labradoodle dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Scotch Collie vs Australian Shepherd vs Labradoodle Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Scotch Collie or Australian Shepherd or Labradoodle? Scotch Collie vs Australian Shepherd vs Labradoodle behavior/temperament comparison:	Protective Intelligent Friendly Responsive Loyal Gentle Social	Active Loving Protective Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Good-natured	Alert Intelligent Affectionate
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Scotch Collie dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Sensitive: Australian Shepherd 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: Scotch Collie vs Australian Shepherd vs Labradoodle?	High: Scotch Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Australian Shepherd dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Labradoodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Scotch Collie vs Australian Shepherd vs Labradoodle social needs comparison:	Scotch Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs are a social breed. See more.	Labradoodle dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Scotch Collie dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Labradoodle dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Scotch Collie dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Labradoodle 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

Scotch Collie vs Australian Shepherd vs Labradoodle Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Scotch Collie vs Australian Shepherd vs Labradoodle playfulness comparison:	The Scotch Collie is a playful breed. See more.	The Australian Shepherd is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Labradoodle is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Scotch Collie vs Australian Shepherd vs Labradoodle?	Average to High: The Scotch Collie is a vocal breed. See more.	Low to Average: The Australian Shepherd rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Labradoodle barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Scotch Collie or Australian Shepherd or Labradoodle?	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 Scotch Collie indoors.	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.	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 Labradoodle indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Scotch Collie vs Australian Shepherd vs Labradoodle Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Scotch Collie dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Australian Shepherd dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Labradoodle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Scotch Collie or Australian Shepherd or Labradoodle?	Scotch 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.	Labradoodle dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Scotch Collie vs Australian Shepherd vs Labradoodle Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Scotch Collie or Australian Shepherd or Labradoodle?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Scotch Collie bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Australian Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Labradoodle bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Scotch Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Australian Shepherd has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Labradoodle has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Scotch Collie vs Australian Shepherd vs Labradoodle mouthiness comparison:	Scotch Collie dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Labradoodle dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Scotch Collie vs Australian Shepherd vs Labradoodle Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Scotch Collie vs Australian Shepherd vs Labradoodle health comparison. Which is the healthier: Scotch Collie vs Australian Shepherd vs Labradoodle?	The Scotch 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.	Labradoodles are commonly healthy dogs.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Scotch Collie vs Australian Shepherd vs Labradoodle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Scotch Collie vs Australian Shepherd vs Labradoodle health problems comparison:	No data available	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	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Ear Infections Elbow Dysplasia Canine Diabetes Mellitus
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Scotch 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.	Rare The Labradoodle should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Life Expectancy Scotch Collie vs Australian Shepherd vs Labradoodle lifespan comparison. How long do Scotch Collie, Australian Shepherd and Labradoodle breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Scotch Collie: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Australian Shepherd: 13 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Labradoodle: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Scotch Collie vs Australian Shepherd vs Labradoodle?	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 Australian Shepherd can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Scotch Collie vs Australian Shepherd vs Labradoodle Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Scotch Collie or Australian Shepherd or Labradoodle? Scotch Collie vs Australian Shepherd vs Labradoodle energy level comparison:	Scotch Collie dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Australian Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.	Labradoodle dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Scotch Collie vs Australian Shepherd vs Labradoodle exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Scotch Collie or Australian Shepherd or Labradoodle? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Scotch Collie dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Australian Shepherd dogs need a lot of exercises.	Labradoodle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Scotch Collie or Australian Shepherd or Labradoodle?	Scotch Collie dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Australian Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.	Labradoodle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Scotch Collie vs Australian Shepherd vs Labradoodle Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Scotch Collie or Australian Shepherd or Labradoodle?	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.	4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Scotch Collie vs Australian Shepherd vs Labradoodle weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Scotch Collie has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Australian Shepherd's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Labradoodle's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Scotch Collie vs Australian Shepherd vs Labradoodle Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Scotch Collie vs Australian Shepherd vs Labradoodle coat comparison:	Dense Thick Flat	Feathered	Fine Variety of coat types
Colors What are the original Scotch Collie, Australian Shepherd and Labradoodle color?	White Sable Blue & Merle Black & White	Black Red Blue Merle	Black Blue Cream Silver Chocolate Gold Apricot Caramel Chalky white Café Parchment They can also have parti-colored coats, which consist of brindles, phantom, patched, or sable colors.
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Scotch Collie or Australian Shepherd or Labradoodle? Scotch Collie vs Australian Shepherd vs Labradoodle grooming comparison:	Advanced: The Scotch Collie requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Australian Shepherd requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Labradoodle requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Scotch Collie or Australian Shepherd or Labradoodle? Scotch Collie or Australian Shepherd or {name3 shedding:	Scotch Collie dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs shed moderately. See more.	Labradoodle dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Scotch Collie or Australian Shepherd or Labradoodle?	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. 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.
Hypoallergenic Scotch Collie vs Australian Shepherd vs Labradoodle hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	Yes See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Scotch Collie vs Australian Shepherd vs Labradoodle?	Medium ⏺ The Scotch Collie has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Australian Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Labradoodle has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Scotch Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Australian Shepherd is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Labradoodle is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.

Scotch Collie vs Australian Shepherd vs Labradoodle Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Scotch Collie dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Australian Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.	Labradoodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Scotch Collie or Australian Shepherd or Labradoodle? Which dog is more friendly?	Scotch Collie dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Australian Shepherd dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Labradoodle dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Scotch Collie or Australian Shepherd or Labradoodle?	Scotch Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Australian Shepherd dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Labradoodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Scotch Collie or Australian Shepherd or Labradoodle?	Scotch Collie dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Australian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Labradoodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Scotch Collie or Australian Shepherd or Labradoodle?	Scotch Collie dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Australian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Labradoodle dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Scotch Collie vs Australian Shepherd vs Labradoodle?	Yes Scotch 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.	Yes Labradoodle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Scotch Collie is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Australian Shepherd is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Labradoodle is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Scotch Collies are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Australian Shepherds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Labradoodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Scotch Collie vs Australian Shepherd vs Labradoodle As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Scotch Collie or Australian Shepherd or Labradoodle? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	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.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Scotch Collie vs Australian Shepherd vs Labradoodle?	Not really Scotch Collie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Australian Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Labradoodle breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Scotch Collie vs Australian Shepherd vs Labradoodle Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Scotch Collie and Australian Shepherd and Labradoodle have?	8-12 puppies	6-9 puppies, average 7	4-10 puppies
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Scotch Collie vs Australian Shepherd vs Labradoodle Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1991 as a Herding breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	Dog Registry of America Inc.	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	Australian Labradoodle Association International Australian Labradoodle Association

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