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Scottish Terrier vs Border Collie vs Giant Schnauzer Comparison - Dog breed selector: Aberdeenie or Sheepdog or Riesenschnauzer? Find the right dog for you

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Name Scottish Terrier Border Collie Giant Schnauzer
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Scottish Terrier, Border Collie, and Giant Schnauzer breeds.
Aberdeenie
Scottie
Sheepdog
Scotch Sheep Dog
Riesenschnauzer
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Scottish Terrier, Border Collie, and Giant Schnauzer? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Scottish Terrier vs Border Collie vs Giant Schnauzer Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Scottish Terrier, Border Collie, and Giant Schnauzer. Which breed is the largest?
Small Large Giant
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Scottish Terrier, Border Collie, and Giant Schnauzer? Compare adult weight ranges.
19-23 pounds (8.5-10.5 kg) Male: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg), Female: 27-42 pounds (12-19 kg) Males 60-105 pounds (27-48 kg), Female: 55-75 pounds (25-34 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
21 pounds (8.5-10.5 kg) Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Female: 34.5 pounds (15.5 kg) Males 82.5 pounds (37.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Scottish Terrier or Border Collie or Giant Schnauzer? Scottish Terrier vs Border Collie vs Giant Schnauzer height comparison:
10-11 inches (25-28 cm) Male: 19-22 inches (48-56 cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46-53 cm) Male: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm), Female: 23-26 inches (58-66 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
10.5 inches (26.5 cm) Male: 20.5 inches (52 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (49.5 cm) Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 24.5 inches (62 cm)

Scottish Terrier vs Border Collie vs Giant Schnauzer Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Scottish Terrier, Border Collie, and Giant Schnauzer. Find price differences between these breeds.
$800-$1000 $600-$800 $1000-$1500
Availability
Which is easier to get, Scottish Terrier or Border Collie or Giant Schnauzer?
Very frequent: The Scottish Terrier is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Border Collie is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Giant Schnauzer is quite easy to get.

Scottish Terrier vs Border Collie vs Giant Schnauzer Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Scottish Terrier, Border Collie, and Giant Schnauzer. Which breed ranks highest?
Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Outstanding: Border Collie is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Smart: The Giant Schnauzer dogs have great intelligence.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Scottish Terrier, Border Collie, and Giant Schnauzer. Which is easiest to train?
Scottish Terrier dogs are quite easy to train.
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Border Collie dogs are easy to train.
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Giant Schnauzer dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Scottish Terrier, Border Collie, and Giant Schnauzer. Which breed is most alert?
Scottish Terrier dogs are average watchdogs.
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Border Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Giant Schnauzer dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Scottish Terrier, Border Collie, and Giant Schnauzer. Which breed is most protective?
Scottish Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Border Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Giant Schnauzer dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Scottish Terrier vs Border Collie vs Giant Schnauzer Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Scottish Terrier, Border Collie, and Giant Schnauzer? Compare temperaments.
Playful
Independent
Alert
Quick
Selfish
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Responsive
Loyal
Tenacious
Powerful
Intelligent
Dominant
Loyal
Kind
Strong
Willed
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
They are a little bit more 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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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Scottish Terrier vs Border Collie vs Giant Schnauzer?
Average to High: Scottish Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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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: Giant Schnauzer dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Social Needs
Scottish Terrier vs Border Collie vs Giant Schnauzer social needs comparison:
Scottish Terrier dogs are a social breed.
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Border Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Giant Schnauzer dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Scottish Terrier dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Border Collie dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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The wanderlust potential of the Giant Schnauzer is strong enough to escape from home.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Scottish Terrier 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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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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Giant Schnauzer dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Scottish Terrier vs Border Collie vs Giant Schnauzer Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Scottish Terrier, Border Collie, and Giant Schnauzer. Which breed is most vocal?
Low: The Scottish Terrier barks none to minimal.
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Low to Average: The Border Collie rarely barks.
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Average: The Giant Schnauzer barks occasionally.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Scottish Terrier, Border Collie, and Giant Schnauzer. Which breed is most playful?
Average: Scottish Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Border Collie is a highly playful breed.
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The Giant Schnauzer is a highly playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Scottish Terrier, Border Collie, and Giant Schnauzer. Which adapts best to small spaces?
Very house-friendly dog the Scottish Terrier breed.
It is not recommended to keep the Border Collie breed in the home.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Giant Schnauzer breed.

Scottish Terrier vs Border Collie vs Giant Schnauzer Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Scottish Terrier, Border Collie, and Giant Schnauzer. Which breed is most flexible?
Average: Scottish Terrier dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Border Collie dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Average: Giant Schnauzer dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Scottish Terrier or Border Collie or Giant Schnauzer?
Scottish Terrier 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.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Scottish Terrier vs Border Collie vs Giant Schnauzer Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Scottish Terrier, Border Collie, and Giant Schnauzer. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The Scottish Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Border Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Giant Schnauzer has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Scottish Terrier, Border Collie, and Giant Schnauzer. Which uses mouth most during play?
Scottish Terrier 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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Giant Schnauzer dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Scottish Terrier, Border Collie, and Giant Schnauzer. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Scottish Terrier bite force: Weak.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Border Collie bite force: Ordinary.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Giant Schnauzer bite force: The Strongest.

Scottish Terrier vs Border Collie vs Giant Schnauzer Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Scottish Terrier, Border Collie, and Giant Schnauzer. Which breed lives longest?
11-13 years
The average lifespan of Scottish Terrier: 12 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Border Collie: 13 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Giant Schnauzer: 11 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Scottish Terrier, Border Collie, and Giant Schnauzer. Which handles climate changes best?
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Scottish Terrier 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 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 Giant Schnauzer 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 Scottish Terrier, Border Collie, and Giant Schnauzer. Which has fewer health issues?
Scottish Terriers are commonly healthy dogs.
The Border Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Giant Schnauzers are commonly healthy dogs.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Rare
The Scottish Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Average
The Border Collie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Rare
The Giant Schnauzer should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Scottish Terrier vs Border Collie vs Giant Schnauzer? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Scottish Terrier vs Border Collie vs Giant Schnauzer health problems comparison:
Patellar Luxation
Von Willebrand's Disease
Craniomandibular Osteopathy
Scottie Cramp
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Collie Eye Anomaly
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Cancer
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Heart Problems
Elbow Dysplasia
Retinal Dysplasia
Glaucoma
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca

Scottish Terrier vs Border Collie vs Giant Schnauzer Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Scottish Terrier, Border Collie, and Giant Schnauzer. Which breed is most active?
Scottish Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Border Collie dogs are high-energy dogs.
Giant Schnauzer dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Scottish Terrier vs Border Collie vs Giant Schnauzer exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Scottish Terrier or Border Collie or Giant Schnauzer? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Scottish Terrier dogs have an average exercise need.
Border Collie dogs need a lot of exercises.
Giant Schnauzer dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Scottish Terrier or Border Collie or Giant Schnauzer?
Scottish Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Border Collie dogs don't need too much sleep.
Giant Schnauzer dogs don't need too much sleep.

Scottish Terrier vs Border Collie vs Giant Schnauzer Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Scottish Terrier, Border Collie, and Giant Schnauzer. Which is most prone to obesity?
Average: The Scottish Terrier has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Border Collie has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Giant Schnauzer has an average risk for obesity.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Scottish Terrier, Border Collie, and Giant Schnauzer. Which needs most food?
Recommended daily amount: 1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day. 1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals. 8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals

Scottish Terrier vs Border Collie vs Giant Schnauzer Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Scottish Terrier, Border Collie, and Giant Schnauzer. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Scottish Terrier, Border Collie, and Giant Schnauzer. What colors are available?
Black
Red
Silver
Brindle
Wheaten
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
Pepper
Salt
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Scottish Terrier, Border Collie, and Giant Schnauzer. Which requires most maintenance?
Average: The Scottish Terrier requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Border Collie requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Giant Schnauzer requires average grooming effort.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Scottish Terrier, Border Collie, and Giant Schnauzer. Which drools least?
The Scottish Terrier is a perfect example of a very 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 Giant Schnauzer is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Scottish Terrier, Border Collie, and Giant Schnauzer. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The Scottish Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Border Collie has an average chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Giant Schnauzer has a low chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Scottish Terrier, Border Collie, and Giant Schnauzer. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Wiry Dense
Feathered
Straight
Short
Moderately Long
Wiry
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Scottish Terrier, Border Collie, and Giant Schnauzer. Which requires most frequent baths?
8-12 weeks
Very 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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8-12 weeks
Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Scottish Terrier or Border Collie or Giant Schnauzer? Scottish Terrier or Border Collie or {name3 shedding:
Scottish Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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Border Collie dogs shed moderately.
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Giant Schnauzer dogs shed none to minimal.
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Scottish Terrier vs Border Collie vs Giant Schnauzer Good With Comparison

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

Scottish Terrier vs Border Collie vs Giant Schnauzer As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Scottish Terrier, Border Collie, and Giant Schnauzer. 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 Scottish Terrier, Border Collie, and Giant Schnauzer. 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 Scottish Terrier, Border Collie, and Giant Schnauzer. 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 Scottish Terrier, Border Collie, and Giant Schnauzer. 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 Scottish Terrier, Border Collie, and Giant Schnauzer. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

Scottish Terrier 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

Giant Schnauzer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Scottish Terrier, Border Collie, and Giant Schnauzer. 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 Scottish Terrier, Border Collie, and Giant Schnauzer. 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.

Scottish Terrier vs Border Collie vs Giant Schnauzer Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Scottish Terrier, Border Collie, and Giant Schnauzer. Which has most puppies?
2-5 puppies 4-8 puppies 5-8 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Scottish Terrier, Border Collie, and Giant Schnauzer. Any breeding differences?
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Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Scottish Terrier, Border Collie, and Giant Schnauzer. 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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Scottish Terrier vs Border Collie vs Giant Schnauzer Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Scottish Terrier, Border Collie, and Giant Schnauzer. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Terrier breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1995 as a Herding breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1930 as a Working breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Scottish Terrier, Border Collie, and Giant Schnauzer. How are they classified internationally?
Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Small sized Terriers section. Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Pinscher and Schnauzer type section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Scottish Terrier, Border Collie, and Giant Schnauzer. 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
Canadian Canine Registry
Club Espanol De Terriers
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
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

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