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Shetland Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Belgian Tervuren Comparison - Dog breed selector: Dwarf Scotch Shepherd or Sheepdog or Tervuren? Find the right dog for you

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Name Shetland Sheepdog Border Collie Belgian Tervuren
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Group Pastoral / Herding Dogs Pastoral / Herding Dogs Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Dwarf Scotch Shepherd
Sheltie
Shetland Collie
Toonie Dog
Miniature Collie
Sheepdog
Scotch Sheep Dog
Tervuren
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Shetland Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Belgian Tervuren breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Shetland Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Belgian Tervuren Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Shetland Sheepdog or Border Collie or Belgian Tervuren? Which is the smallest dog, Shetland Sheepdog or Border Collie or Belgian Tervuren?
Medium Large Large
Weight
Which is heavier, Shetland Sheepdog or Border Collie or Border Collie? Shetland Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Belgian Tervuren weight comparison:
14-27 pounds (6-12 kg) Male: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg), Female: 27-42 pounds (12-19 kg) Male: 65-75 pounds (29-34 kg), Female: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
20.5 pounds (9 kg) Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Female: 34.5 pounds (15.5 kg) Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Shetland Sheepdog or Border Collie or Belgian Tervuren? Shetland Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Belgian Tervuren height comparison:
13-16 inches (33-41 cm) Male: 19-22 inches (48-56 cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46-53 cm) Male: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (56-61 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
14.5 inches (37 cm) Male: 20.5 inches (52 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (49.5 cm) Male: 25 inches (63.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm)

Shetland Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Belgian Tervuren Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Shetland Sheepdog or Border Collie or Belgian Tervuren? Which is more expensive?
$800-$1000 $600-$800 $1200-$1400
Availability
Which is easier to get, Shetland Sheepdog or Border Collie or Belgian Tervuren?
Very frequent: The Shetland Sheepdog is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Border Collie is quite easy to get.
Frequent: The Belgian Tervuren is easier than average to get.

Shetland Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Belgian Tervuren Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Shetland Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Belgian Tervuren intelligence:
Outstanding: Shetland Sheepdog is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Outstanding: Border Collie is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Very smart: Belgian Tervuren is an excellent dog breed.
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Trainability
Shetland Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Belgian Tervuren trainability comparison.
Shetland Sheepdog dogs are quite easy to train.
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Border Collie dogs are easy to train.
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Belgian Tervuren dogs are very easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Shetland Sheepdog or Border Collie or Belgian Tervuren?
Shetland Sheepdog dogs are good watchdogs.
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Border Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Belgian Tervuren dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Shetland Sheepdog or Border Collie or Belgian Tervuren? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Shetland Sheepdog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Border Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Belgian Tervuren dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Shetland Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Belgian Tervuren Personality and Temperament Comparison

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

Playfulness
Shetland Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Belgian Tervuren playfulness comparison:
Average: Shetland Sheepdogs, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Border Collie is a highly playful breed.
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The Belgian Tervuren is a highly playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Shetland Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Belgian Tervuren?
A lot: Shetland Sheepdog is a particularly loud breed.
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Low to Average: The Border Collie rarely barks.
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A lot: Belgian Tervuren is a particularly loud breed.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Shetland Sheepdog or Border Collie or Belgian Tervuren?
It is not recommended to keep the Shetland Sheepdog breed in the home.
It is not recommended to keep the Border Collie breed in the home.
It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Belgian Tervuren indoors.

Shetland Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Belgian Tervuren Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Shetland Sheepdog dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Border Collie dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Belgian Tervuren dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Shetland Sheepdog or Border Collie or Belgian Tervuren?
Shetland Sheepdog 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.
Belgian Tervuren 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.

Shetland Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Belgian Tervuren Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Shetland Sheepdog or Border Collie or Belgian Tervuren?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Shetland Sheepdog bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Border Collie bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Belgian Tervuren bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Shetland Sheepdog has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Border Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Belgian Tervuren has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Shetland Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Belgian Tervuren mouthiness comparison:
Shetland Sheepdog dogs have a low tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, 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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Belgian Tervuren dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Shetland Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Belgian Tervuren Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Shetland Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Belgian Tervuren health comparison. Which is the healthier: Shetland Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Belgian Tervuren?
The Shetland Sheepdog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Border Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Belgian Tervuren is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Shetland Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Belgian Tervuren? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Shetland Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Belgian Tervuren health problems comparison:
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Cancer
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Epilepsy
Heart Problems
Drug Sensitivity
Elbow Dysplasia
Collie Eye Anomaly
Haemophilia
Trichiasis
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Collie Eye Anomaly
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
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Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Shetland Sheepdog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Border Collie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Belgian Tervuren should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Shetland Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Belgian Tervuren lifespan comparison. How long do Shetland Sheepdog, Border Collie and Belgian Tervuren breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Shetland Sheepdog: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Border Collie: 13 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Belgian Tervuren: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Shetland Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Belgian Tervuren?
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Shetland Sheepdog 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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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Shetland Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Belgian Tervuren Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Shetland Sheepdog or Border Collie or Belgian Tervuren? Shetland Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Belgian Tervuren energy level comparison:
Shetland Sheepdog dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Border Collie dogs are high-energy dogs.
Belgian Tervuren dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Shetland Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Belgian Tervuren exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Shetland Sheepdog or Border Collie or Belgian Tervuren? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Shetland Sheepdog dogs have an average exercise need.
Border Collie dogs need a lot of exercises.
Belgian Tervuren dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Shetland Sheepdog or Border Collie or Belgian Tervuren?
Shetland Sheepdog dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Border Collie dogs don't need too much sleep.
Belgian Tervuren dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.

Shetland Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Belgian Tervuren Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Shetland Sheepdog or Border Collie or Belgian Tervuren?
2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals. 2 to 3 cups of a high-quality dog food a day.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Shetland Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Belgian Tervuren weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The Shetland Sheepdog has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Border Collie has an average risk for obesity.
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Low to Average: The Belgian Tervuren has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Shetland Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Belgian Tervuren Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Shetland Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Belgian Tervuren coat comparison:
Dense Dense
Feathered
Straight
Short
Moderately Long
Thick
Double
Colors
What are the original Shetland Sheepdog, Border Collie and Belgian Tervuren color?
Black
Tan
Blue
White
Sable
Merle
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
Cream
Fawn
Brindle
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Shetland Sheepdog or Border Collie or Belgian Tervuren? Shetland Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Belgian Tervuren grooming comparison:
Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Average: The Border Collie requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Belgian Tervuren requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Shetland Sheepdog or Border Collie or Belgian Tervuren? Shetland Sheepdog or Border Collie or {name3 shedding:
Shetland Sheepdog dogs shed moderately.
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Border Collie dogs shed moderately.
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Belgian Tervuren dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Shetland Sheepdog or Border Collie or Belgian Tervuren?
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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Hypoallergenic
Shetland Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Belgian Tervuren hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Shetland Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Belgian Tervuren?

Medium

The Shetland Sheepdog has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Border Collie has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Belgian Tervuren has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Shetland Sheepdog 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 Belgian Tervuren is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Shetland Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Belgian Tervuren Good With Comparison

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

Shetland Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Belgian Tervuren 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.
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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 Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Shetland Sheepdog or Border Collie or Belgian Tervuren? Which is better for autism?

Yes

This breed makes a perfect 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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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.

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?

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.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: Shetland Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Belgian Tervuren?

Not really

Shetland Sheepdog 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

Belgian Tervuren breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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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.
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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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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.

Shetland Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Belgian Tervuren 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.
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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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Litter Size
How many puppies can Shetland Sheepdog and Border Collie and Belgian Tervuren have?
4-6 puppies 4-8 puppies 6-10 puppies

Shetland Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Belgian Tervuren Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1911 as a Herding breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1995 as a Herding breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1959 as a Herding breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the 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. Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
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
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
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