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Name	Shepsky	Rough Collie	Australian Shepherd
Origins	Germany Russia	Scotland	United States
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Group	Designer Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Gerberian Shepsky	English Collie Lassie Dog Long-Haired Collie Scottish Collie Collie	Little Blue Dog Aussie
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Shepsky vs Rough Collie vs Australian Shepherd breed type comparison:	Cross Breed	Purebred	Purebred

Shepsky vs Rough Collie vs Australian Shepherd Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Shepsky or Rough Collie or Australian Shepherd? Which is the smallest dog, Shepsky or Rough Collie or Australian Shepherd?	Large	Large	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Shepsky or Rough Collie or Rough Collie? Shepsky vs Rough Collie vs Australian Shepherd weight comparison:	45-80 pounds (20-36 kg)	Male: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg), Female: 53-65 pounds (24-29 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?	62.5 pounds (28 kg)	Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26 kg)	Male: 57.5 pounds (27 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Shepsky or Rough Collie or Australian Shepherd? Shepsky vs Rough Collie vs Australian Shepherd height comparison:	20-25 inches (51-63 cm)	Male: 24–26 inch (60–66 cm), Female: 22–24 inch (55–61 cm)	Male: 20-23 inches (52-58cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46–53 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	22.5 inches (57 cm)	Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm)	Male: 21.5 inches (55 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (46–53 cm)

Shepsky vs Rough Collie vs Australian Shepherd Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Shepsky or Rough Collie or Australian Shepherd? Which is more expensive?	$400-$600	$400-$600	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Shepsky or Rough Collie or Australian Shepherd?	Frequent: The Shepsky is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Rough Collie is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Australian Shepherd is quite easy to get.

Shepsky vs Rough Collie vs Australian Shepherd Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

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

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Shepsky or Rough Collie or Australian Shepherd? Shepsky vs Rough Collie vs Australian Shepherd behavior/temperament comparison:	Energetic Alert Intelligent Affectionate Loyal	Protective Intelligent Friendly Responsive Docile Obedient Loyal Gentle Social Elegant Hard working Herding	Active Loving Protective Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Good-natured
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Rough 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.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Shepsky vs Rough Collie vs Australian Shepherd?	High: Shepsky dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Rough 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.
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Social Needs Shepsky vs Rough Collie vs Australian Shepherd social needs comparison:	Shepsky dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Rough Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Shepsky dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Rough Collie dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Shepsky dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Rough 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.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Shepsky vs Rough Collie vs Australian Shepherd Activity and Playfulness Comparison

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

Shepsky vs Rough Collie vs Australian Shepherd Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Shepsky dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Rough 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.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Shepsky or Rough Collie or Australian Shepherd?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Rough 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.

Shepsky vs Rough Collie vs Australian Shepherd Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Shepsky or Rough Collie or Australian Shepherd?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Shepsky bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Rough Collie bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Australian Shepherd 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 Shepsky has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Rough Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Australian Shepherd has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Shepsky vs Rough Collie vs Australian Shepherd mouthiness comparison:	Shepsky dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Rough Collie dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Shepsky vs Rough Collie vs Australian Shepherd Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Shepsky vs Rough Collie vs Australian Shepherd health comparison. Which is the healthier: Shepsky vs Rough Collie vs Australian Shepherd?	The Shepsky is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Rough 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.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Shepsky vs Rough Collie vs Australian Shepherd? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Shepsky vs Rough Collie vs Australian Shepherd health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Drug Sensitivity Collie Eye Anomaly Gray Collie Syndrome	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
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Shepsky should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Rough 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.
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Life Expectancy Shepsky vs Rough Collie vs Australian Shepherd lifespan comparison. How long do Shepsky, Rough Collie and Australian Shepherd breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-14 years The average lifespan of Shepsky: 12 years	14-16 years The average lifespan of Rough Collie: 15 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Australian Shepherd: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Shepsky vs Rough Collie vs Australian Shepherd?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Shepsky can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Rough Collie can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. 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.

Shepsky vs Rough Collie vs Australian Shepherd Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Shepsky or Rough Collie or Australian Shepherd? Shepsky vs Rough Collie vs Australian Shepherd energy level comparison:	Shepsky dogs are high-energy dogs.	Rough Collie dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Australian Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Shepsky vs Rough Collie vs Australian Shepherd exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Shepsky or Rough Collie or Australian Shepherd? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Shepsky dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Rough Collie dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Australian Shepherd dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Shepsky or Rough Collie or Australian Shepherd?	Shepsky dogs don't need too much sleep.	Rough Collie dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Australian Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Shepsky vs Rough Collie vs Australian Shepherd Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Shepsky or Rough Collie or Australian Shepherd?	3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	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.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Shepsky vs Rough Collie vs Australian Shepherd weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average: The Shepsky has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Rough 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.
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Shepsky vs Rough Collie vs Australian Shepherd Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Shepsky vs Rough Collie vs Australian Shepherd coat comparison:	Dense Long	Rough Soft Thick Straight Harsh Furry	Feathered
Colors What are the original Shepsky, Rough Collie and Australian Shepherd color?	Black Red Blue Cream White Brown	White Sable Merle Black & White & Tan Blue & Merle Blue & Merle & White Sable & White White & Merle	Black Red Blue Merle
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Shepsky or Rough Collie or Australian Shepherd? Shepsky vs Rough Collie vs Australian Shepherd grooming comparison:	Average: The Shepsky requires average grooming effort. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Average: The Australian Shepherd requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Shepsky or Rough Collie or Australian Shepherd? Shepsky or Rough Collie or {name3 shedding:	Shepsky dogs shed above average. See more.	Rough Collie dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Australian Shepherd 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: Shepsky or Rough Collie or Australian Shepherd?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. 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.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Shepsky vs Rough Collie vs Australian Shepherd hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Shepsky vs Rough Collie vs Australian Shepherd?	Low 🔽 The Shepsky has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Rough Collie has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Australian Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Shepsky is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Rough 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.

Shepsky vs Rough Collie vs Australian Shepherd Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Shepsky dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Rough Collie dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Australian Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Shepsky or Rough Collie or Australian Shepherd? Which dog is more friendly?	Shepsky dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Rough Collie dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Australian Shepherd dogs are not the most 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 Shepsky or Rough Collie or Australian Shepherd?	Shepsky dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Rough Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Australian Shepherd dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Shepsky or Rough Collie or Australian Shepherd?	Shepsky dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Rough Collie dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Australian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Shepsky or Rough Collie or Australian Shepherd?	Shepsky dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Rough Collie dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Australian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Shepsky vs Rough Collie vs Australian Shepherd?	Yes Shepsky dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Rough 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 Shepsky is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Rough 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?	Shepskys are usually recommended for elderly people.	Rough Collies are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Australian Shepherds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Shepsky vs Rough Collie vs Australian Shepherd As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Shepsky or Rough Collie or Australian Shepherd? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.	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 and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be 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.	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: Shepsky vs Rough Collie vs Australian Shepherd?	Not really Shepsky breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Rough 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.
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.

Shepsky vs Rough Collie vs Australian Shepherd 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 Shepsky and Rough Collie and Australian Shepherd have?	6-10 puppies	4-8 puppies	6-9 puppies, average 7
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Shepsky vs Rough Collie vs Australian Shepherd 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 1885 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1991 as a Herding breed.
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.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	Dog Registry of America Inc. American Canine Hybrid Club	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. 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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