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Name	Scotch Collie	Sapsali	Sarplaninac
Origins	Scotland	Korea	Serbia Macedonia
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Guard Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Scotch Collie, Sapsali, and Sarplaninac breeds.	Old Farm Collie Scottish Collie Farm Collie	Exorcising Dog Ghost Hunting Clever Dog Sapsaree Sapsal Gae	Illyrian Shepherd Dog Yugoslavian Shepherd Dog Macedonian Shepherd
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Scotch Collie, Sapsali, and Sarplaninac? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Scotch Collie vs Sapsali vs Sarplaninac Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Scotch Collie, Sapsali, and Sarplaninac. Which breed is the largest?	Large	Large Medium	Large
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Scotch Collie, Sapsali, and Sarplaninac? Compare adult weight ranges.	Male: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg)	Male: 18–27 kg (40-60 lbs), Female: 16–25 kg (35-55 lbs)	Male: 55-80 pounds (25-36 kg), Female: 45-70 pounds (20-32 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: 18–27 kg (40-60 lbs), Female: 16–25 kg (35-55 lbs)	Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26 kg)
Height Which is taller, Scotch Collie or Sapsali or Sarplaninac? Scotch Collie vs Sapsali vs Sarplaninac height comparison:	Male: 21-24 inches (53-61 cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm)	Male: 50–60 cm (20–24 in), Female: 48–58 cm (19–23 in)	Male: 22-24 inches (55-61 cm), Female: 21-23 inches (54-59 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 22.5 inches (57 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)	Male: 50–60 cm (20–24 in), Female: 48–58 cm (19–23 in)	Male: 23 inches (58 cm), Female: 22 inches (56.5 cm)

Scotch Collie vs Sapsali vs Sarplaninac Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Scotch Collie, Sapsali, and Sarplaninac. Find price differences between these breeds.	$700-$900	$300-$500	$900-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Scotch Collie or Sapsali or Sarplaninac?	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

Scotch Collie vs Sapsali vs Sarplaninac Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Scotch Collie, Sapsali, and Sarplaninac. Which breed ranks highest?	Smart: The Scotch Collie dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Very smart: Sapsali is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between Scotch Collie, Sapsali, and Sarplaninac. Which is easiest to train?	Scotch Collie dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Sapsali dogs are easy to train. See more.	Sarplaninac dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Scotch Collie, Sapsali, and Sarplaninac. Which breed is most alert?	Scotch Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Sapsali dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Sarplaninac dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Scotch Collie, Sapsali, and Sarplaninac. Which breed is most protective?	Scotch Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Sapsali dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Sarplaninac dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Scotch Collie vs Sapsali vs Sarplaninac Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Scotch Collie, Sapsali, and Sarplaninac? Compare temperaments.	Protective Intelligent Friendly Responsive Loyal Gentle Social	Playful Protective Friendly Loyal Gentle	Independent Protective Intelligent Reliable Devoted Calm
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.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sarplaninac dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Scotch Collie vs Sapsali vs Sarplaninac?	High: Scotch Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Sapsali dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average to High: Sarplaninac dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Scotch Collie vs Sapsali vs Sarplaninac social needs comparison:	Scotch Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Sapsali dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Sarplaninac dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Scotch Collie dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Sapsali is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Sarplaninac is strong enough to escape from home. 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.	Sapsali dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Sarplaninac dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Scotch Collie vs Sapsali vs Sarplaninac Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Scotch Collie, Sapsali, and Sarplaninac. Which breed is most vocal?	Average to High: The Scotch Collie is a vocal breed. See more.	A lot: Sapsali is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Low to Average: The Sarplaninac rarely barks. See more.
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Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Scotch Collie, Sapsali, and Sarplaninac. Which breed is most playful?	The Scotch Collie is a playful breed. See more.	The Sapsali is a highly playful breed. See more.	Sarplaninacs are not the most playful dog breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Scotch Collie, Sapsali, and Sarplaninac. 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 Scotch Collie indoors.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Sapsali breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Sarplaninac breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Scotch Collie vs Sapsali vs Sarplaninac Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Scotch Collie vs Sapsali vs Sarplaninac Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Scotch Collie vs Sapsali vs Sarplaninac Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Scotch Collie, Sapsali, and Sarplaninac. Which breed lives longest?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Scotch Collie: 13 years	11-13 years The average lifespan of Sapsali: 12 years	11-13 years The average lifespan of Sarplaninac: 12 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Scotch Collie, Sapsali, and Sarplaninac. 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 Sapsali can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers cold weather The Sarplaninac can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in Scotch Collie, Sapsali, and Sarplaninac. Which has fewer health issues?	The Scotch Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Very healthy dog breed.	Sarplaninacs are commonly healthy dogs.
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Vet Care Frequency 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.	Rare The Sapsali should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The Sarplaninac should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Scotch Collie vs Sapsali vs Sarplaninac? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Scotch Collie vs Sapsali vs Sarplaninac health problems comparison:	No data available	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Bloat Drug Sensitivity

Scotch Collie vs Sapsali vs Sarplaninac Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between Scotch Collie, Sapsali, and Sarplaninac. Which breed is most active?	Scotch Collie dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Sapsali dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Sarplaninac dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Scotch Collie vs Sapsali vs Sarplaninac exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Scotch Collie or Sapsali or Sarplaninac? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Scotch Collie dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Sapsali dogs have an average exercise need.	Sarplaninac dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Scotch Collie or Sapsali or Sarplaninac?	Scotch Collie dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Sapsali dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Sarplaninac dogs don't need too much sleep.
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Scotch Collie vs Sapsali vs Sarplaninac Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Scotch Collie, Sapsali, and Sarplaninac. Which is most prone to obesity?	Average: The Scotch Collie has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Sapsali has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Sarplaninac's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Scotch Collie, Sapsali, and Sarplaninac. 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.	2.5 to 3.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Scotch Collie vs Sapsali vs Sarplaninac Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Scotch Collie, Sapsali, and Sarplaninac. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Coat Colors Compare color variations between Scotch Collie, Sapsali, and Sarplaninac. What colors are available?	White Sable Blue & Merle Black & White	Black Brown Blonde Orange Golden Reddish Yellowish	Black Gray White Fawn Sable
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Scotch Collie, Sapsali, and Sarplaninac. Which requires most maintenance?	Advanced: The Scotch Collie requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Advanced: The Sapsali requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Sarplaninac doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
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Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Scotch Collie, Sapsali, and Sarplaninac. Which drools least?	The Scotch Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Sapsali is an average drooler. See more.	The Sarplaninac drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Scotch Collie, Sapsali, and Sarplaninac. Which has least natural smell?	Medium ⏺ The Scotch Collie has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Sapsali has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Sarplaninac has a low chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Scotch Collie, Sapsali, and Sarplaninac. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Dense Thick Flat	Silky	Fluffy Waterproof
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Scotch Collie, Sapsali, and Sarplaninac. Which requires most frequent baths?	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	2-3 weeks Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks. 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 Scotch Collie or Sapsali or Sarplaninac? Scotch Collie or Sapsali or {name3 shedding:	Scotch Collie dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Sapsali dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Sarplaninac dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Scotch Collie vs Sapsali vs Sarplaninac Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between Scotch Collie, Sapsali, and Sarplaninac. Which is best with kids?	Scotch Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Sapsali dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Sarplaninac dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
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Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Scotch Collie dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Sapsali dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Sarplaninac dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Scotch Collie or Sapsali or Sarplaninac? Which dog is more friendly?	Scotch Collie dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Sapsali dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Sarplaninac dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Scotch Collie or Sapsali or Sarplaninac?	Scotch Collie dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Sapsali dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Sarplaninac dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Scotch Collie or Sapsali or Sarplaninac?	Scotch Collie dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Sapsali dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Sarplaninac dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Scotch Collie vs Sapsali vs Sarplaninac?	Yes Scotch Collie dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Sapsali dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Sarplaninac 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 Sapsali is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Sarplaninac 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.	Sapsalis are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Sarplaninacs are commonly okay with elderly people.

Scotch Collie vs Sapsali vs Sarplaninac As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Scotch Collie, Sapsali, and Sarplaninac. Which is best suited for service work?	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.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Compare therapy dog potential between Scotch Collie, Sapsali, and Sarplaninac. Which excels in therapy work?	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.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between Scotch Collie, Sapsali, and Sarplaninac. Which has best nose work ability?	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 & Rescue Potential Compare search and rescue potential between Scotch Collie, Sapsali, and Sarplaninac. 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 Scotch Collie, Sapsali, and Sarplaninac. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really Scotch Collie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Sapsali breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Sarplaninac breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Scotch Collie, Sapsali, and Sarplaninac. 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.	Yes 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 Scotch Collie, Sapsali, and Sarplaninac. 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.

Scotch Collie vs Sapsali vs Sarplaninac Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Scotch Collie, Sapsali, and Sarplaninac. Which has most puppies?	8-12 puppies	4-6 puppies	3-5 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Scotch Collie, Sapsali, and Sarplaninac. Any breeding differences?	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding intervals between Scotch Collie, Sapsali, and Sarplaninac. 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.

Scotch Collie vs Sapsali vs Sarplaninac Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Scotch Collie, Sapsali, and Sarplaninac. How are they classified?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Scotch Collie, Sapsali, and Sarplaninac. How are they classified internationally?	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Scotch Collie, Sapsali, and Sarplaninac. Which has most recognition?	Dog Registry of America Inc.	No data available	American Canine Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club United Kennel Club

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