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Name	Shetland Sheepdog	Border Collie	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
Origins	Scotland	England Scotland Wales	Canada
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Gun Dog
Popularity Rank	24	38	89
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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	Little River Duck Dog Novie Scotty Toller
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Shetland Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Shetland Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Shetland Sheepdog or Border Collie or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Which is the smallest dog, Shetland Sheepdog or Border Collie or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	Medium	Large	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Shetland Sheepdog or Border Collie or Border Collie? Shetland Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever weight comparison:	14-27 pounds (6-12 kg)	Male: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg), Female: 27-42 pounds (12-19 kg)	37-51 pounds (17-23 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)	44 pounds (20 kg)
Height Which is taller, Shetland Sheepdog or Border Collie or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Shetland Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever height comparison:	13-16 inches (33-41 cm)	Male: 19-22 inches (48-56 cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46-53 cm)	17-21 inches (43-53 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)	19 inches (48 cm)

Shetland Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Shetland Sheepdog or Border Collie or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1000	$600-$800	$1800-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Shetland Sheepdog or Border Collie or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	Very frequent: The Shetland Sheepdog is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Border Collie is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever is quite easy to get.

Shetland Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Shetland Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever intelligence:	Outstanding: Shetland Sheepdog is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Outstanding: Border Collie is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
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Trainability Shetland Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever trainability comparison.	Shetland Sheepdog dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Border Collie dogs are easy to train. See more.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Shetland Sheepdog or Border Collie or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	Shetland Sheepdog dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Border Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Shetland Sheepdog or Border Collie or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? 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. See more.	Border Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Shetland Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Shetland Sheepdog or Border Collie or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Shetland Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Intelligent Friendly Responsive Affectionate Lively Gentle	Energetic Protective Alert Intelligent Responsive Loyal Tenacious	Playful Energetic Alert Courageous Responsive Affectionate Gentle
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. See more.	Sensitive: Border Collie dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever 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: Shetland Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	High: Shetland Sheepdog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Border Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Shetland Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever social needs comparison:	Shetland Sheepdog dogs are a social breed. See more.	Border Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Shetland Sheepdog dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Border Collie dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
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. See more.	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. See more.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Shetland Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Shetland Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever playfulness comparison:	Average: Shetland Sheepdogs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Border Collie is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Shetland Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	A lot: Shetland Sheepdog is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Low to Average: The Border Collie rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Shetland Sheepdog or Border Collie or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	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 Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Shetland Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever 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.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever 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 Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	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.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever 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 Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Shetland Sheepdog or Border Collie or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	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 ⏺ Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever 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 Shetland Sheepdog has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Border Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Shetland Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever mouthiness comparison:	Shetland Sheepdog dogs have a low tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Border Collie dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Shetland Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Shetland Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever health comparison. Which is the healthier: Shetland Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	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.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Shetland Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Shetland Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever 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	No data available
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.	Rare The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Shetland Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever lifespan comparison. How long do Shetland Sheepdog, Border Collie and Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever 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 Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Shetland Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	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. See more.	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. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Shetland Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Shetland Sheepdog or Border Collie or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Shetland Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever energy level comparison:	Shetland Sheepdog dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Border Collie dogs are high-energy dogs.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Shetland Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Shetland Sheepdog or Border Collie or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? 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.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Shetland Sheepdog or Border Collie or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	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.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Shetland Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Shetland Sheepdog or Border Collie or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	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.	2.5 to 3 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? Shetland Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Shetland Sheepdog has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Border Collie has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Shetland Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Shetland Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever coat comparison:	Dense	Dense Feathered Straight Short Moderately Long	Waterproof
Colors What are the original Shetland Sheepdog, Border Collie and Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever 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	Red Gold
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Shetland Sheepdog or Border Collie or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Shetland Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever grooming comparison:	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Average: The Border Collie requires average grooming effort. See more.	Easy to groom: The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Shetland Sheepdog or Border Collie or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Shetland Sheepdog or Border Collie or {name3 shedding:	Shetland Sheepdog dogs shed moderately. See more.	Border Collie dogs shed moderately. See more.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever 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: Shetland Sheepdog or Border Collie or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Shetland Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	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, Shetland Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	Medium ⏺ The Shetland Sheepdog has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Border Collie has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever 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. See more.	The Border Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Shetland Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever 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.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Shetland Sheepdog or Border Collie or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Which dog is more friendly?	Shetland Sheepdog dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever 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 Shetland Sheepdog or Border Collie or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	Shetland Sheepdog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Border Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Shetland Sheepdog or Border Collie or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	Shetland Sheepdog dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Shetland Sheepdog or Border Collie or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	Shetland Sheepdog dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Shetland Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	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 Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever 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 Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever 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.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Shetland Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	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: Shetland Sheepdog or Border Collie or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect 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.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
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 Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	Not really Shetland Sheepdog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Border Collie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Shetland Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever 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 Shetland Sheepdog and Border Collie and Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever have?	4-6 puppies	4-8 puppies	6-10 puppies
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Shetland Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever 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 2003 as a Sporting 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.	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section.
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	No data available

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