Shetland Sheepdog vs Rough Collie Comparison – Which dog is better Miniature Collie or Collie?

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Name	Shetland Sheepdog	Rough Collie
Origins	Scotland	Scotland
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
Popularity Rank	24	40
Reviews	6	5
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Miniature Collie, Shetland Collie (obsolete), Dwarf Scotch Shepherd (obsolete), Toonie Dog (obsolete), Sheltie	Collie, Scottish Collie, Long-Haired Collie, English Collie, Lassie Dog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Shetland Sheepdog vs Rough Collie breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred
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 1885 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.
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 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
Price Which is cheaper, Shetland Sheepdog or Rough Collie? Which is more expensive? What is the difference in price between Shetland Sheepdog and Rough Collie?	$800-$1000	$400-$600
Availability	Very frequent	Very frequent

Shetland Sheepdog vs Rough Collie General Appearance & Basic Info Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Shetland Sheepdog or Rough Collie? Shetland Sheepdog vs Rough Collie size comparison:	Medium	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Shetland Sheepdog or Rough Collie? Shetland Sheepdog vs Rough Collie weight comparison:	14-27 pounds (6-12 kg)	Male: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg), Female: 53-65 pounds (24-29 kg)
Avg. Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	20.5 pounds (9 kg)	Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26 kg)
Height Which is taller, Shetland Sheepdog or Rough Collie? Shetland Sheepdog vs Rough Collie height comparison:	13-16 inches (33-41 cm)	Male: 24–26 inch (60–66 cm), Female: 22–24 inch (55–61 cm)
Avg. Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	14.5 inches (37 cm)	Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm)

Shetland Sheepdog vs Rough Collie Hair & Care Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Shetland Sheepdog vs Rough Collie coat comparison:	Dense	Rough Soft Thick Straight Harsh Furry
Colors What are the original Shetland Sheepdog and Rough Collie color? Shetland Sheepdog vs Rough Collie color comparison:	White Blue Merle Sable Tan Black	Black & White & Tan Blue & Merle Blue & Merle & White Sable Sable & White White White & Merle Merle
Grooming Which is easy to maintain, Shetland Sheepdog or Rough Collie? Shetland Sheepdog vs Rough Collie grooming comparison:	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Shetland Sheepdog or Rough Collie? Shetland Sheepdog vs Rough Collie shedding:	Shetland Sheepdogs shed moderately.	Rough Collies are heavy shedders.
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Shetland Sheepdog or Rough Collie?	4-6 weeks Average.	3-4 weeks More often than average.

Shetland Sheepdog vs Rough Collie Characteristics Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Shetland Sheepdog or Rough Collie? Shetland Sheepdog vs Rough Collie behavior/temperament comparison:	Affectionate Gentle Lively Responsive Friendly Intelligent Playful	Friendly Gentle Intelligent Loyal Protective Responsive Social Hard working Docile Obedient Elegant Herding
Intelligent Rank Which dog has more intelligence? Is a Shetland Sheepdog or Rough Collie smarter? Which is best? Shetland Sheepdog vs Rough Collie intelligence:	Outstanding: Shetland Sheepdog is one of the brightest dog breeds.	Very smart: Rough Collie is an excellent dog breed.
Trainability Shetland Sheepdog vs Rough Collie trainability comparison. What's the difference between Shetland Sheepdog vs Rough Collie?	Shetland Sheepdogs are quite easy to train.	Rough Collies are very easy to train.
Playfulness Shetland Sheepdog vs Rough Collie playfulness comparison:	Shetland Sheepdogs, like any other dog breed, like playing.	The Rough Collie is a playful breed.
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Shetland Sheepdog vs Rough Collie?	Shetland Sheepdogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household and frequent guest visits.	Rough Collies don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household and frequent guest visits.
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Shetland Sheepdog vs Rough Collie?	Shetland Sheepdogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.	Rough Collies are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
Social Needs Shetland Sheepdog vs Rough Collie social needs comparison:	Shetland Sheepdogs are a social breed.	Rough Collies need a lot of social interaction.
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Shetland Sheepdog vs Rough Collie?	Nagyon sokat: Shetland Sheepdog kimondottan hangos fajta.	Low to Average: The Rough Collie rarely barks.
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Shetland Sheepdog or Rough Collie?	Shetland Sheepdogs are good watchdogs.	Rough Collies are one of the best watchdogs.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Shetland Sheepdogs are extremely protective guard dogs.	Rough Collies are extremely protective guard dogs.
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 Rough Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.
Bite Force Which bite is stronger: Shetland Sheepdog or Rough Collie?	Between 200 and 400 PSI Ordinary: Average dogs have bite force between 200 and 400 PSI.	Between 200 and 400 PSI Ordinary: Average dogs have bite force between 200 and 400 PSI.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Shetland Sheepdog vs Rough Collie mouthiness comparison:	Shetland Sheepdogs have a low tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.	Rough Collies have an average tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Shetland Sheepdog vs Rough Collie?	Shetland Sheepdogs tend to escape less than other breeds.	Rough Collies are not the biggest explorers.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Shetland Sheepdog vs Rough Collie? Which can be better for hunting?	Shetland Sheepdogs 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.	Rough Collies have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Shetland Sheepdog or Rough Collie?	Nem ajánlott lakásban tartani Shetland Sheepdog kutyafajtát.	Nem a legjobb választás Rough Collie, ha lakásban szeretnéd tartani, ugyanakkor alapos lemozgatással, napi többszöri sétával tolerálják a benti körülményeket is, így megoldható Rough Collie tartása lakásban.
Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Shetland Sheepdogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Rough Collies adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Shetland Sheepdog or Rough Collie?	Shetland Sheepdogs 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.	Rough Collies tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Fighting 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.

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Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Shetland Sheepdog or Rough Collie? Which dog is more friendly?	Shetland Sheepdogs are not the most stranger friendly dogs.	Rough Collies are stranger friendly dogs.
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Shetland Sheepdog or Rough Collie?	Shetland Sheepdogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Rough Collies are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Shetland Sheepdog or Rough Collie?	Shetland Sheepdogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Rough Collies are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Shetland Sheepdog or Rough Collie?	Shetland Sheepdogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Rough Collies are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Shetland Sheepdog vs Rough Collie?	No Shetland Sheepdogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	No Rough Collies are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog.
Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Shetland Sheepdog or Rough Collie? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really A detection dog or sniffer dog is a dog that is trained to use its senses (mostly its smell) to detect substances such as explosives, illegal drugs, wildlife scat, currency, blood, and contraband electronics such as illicit mobile phones.	Yes A detection dog or sniffer dog is a dog that is trained to use its senses (mostly its smell) to detect substances such as explosives, illegal drugs, wildlife scat, currency, blood, and contraband electronics such as illicit mobile phones.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Shetland Sheepdog is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Rough Collie is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really The use of dogs in search and rescue (SAR) is a valuable component in wilderness tracking, natural disasters, mass casualty events, and in locating missing people.	Not really The use of dogs in search and rescue (SAR) is a valuable component in wilderness tracking, natural disasters, mass casualty events, and in locating missing people.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Shetland Sheepdogs are usually recommended for elderly people.	Rough Collies are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Boat Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Shetland Sheepdog vs Rough Collie?	Not really Shetland Sheepdog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.	Not really Rough Collie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Shetland Sheepdogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Rough Collies are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
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.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.

Shetland Sheepdog vs Rough Collie Health Factors Comparison

Health Issues Shetland Sheepdog vs Rough Collie health comparison. Which is the healthier: Shetland Sheepdog vs Rough Collie?	The Shetland Sheepdog 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.
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Shetland Sheepdog vs Rough Collie? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Shetland Sheepdog vs Rough Collie health problems comparison:	Cancer Cataracts Collie Eye Anomaly Drug Sensitivity Elbow Dysplasia Epilepsy Haemophilia Heart Problems Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Trichiasis Von Willebrand's Disease	Collie Eye Anomaly Gray Collie Syndrome Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Drug Sensitivity Hip Dysplasia
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Shetland Sheepdog vs Rough Collie?	Average The Shetland Sheepdog 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.
Life Expectancy Shetland Sheepdog vs Rough Collie lifespan comparison. How long do Shetland Sheepdog and Rough Collie breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? What is the age limit of the Shetland Sheepdog and Rough Collie?	12-14 years	14-16 years
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Hypoallergenic Shetland Sheepdog vs Rough Collie hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No	No
Energy Level Who has more energy a Shetland Sheepdog or Rough Collie? Shetland Sheepdog vs Rough Collie energy level comparison:	Shetland Sheepdogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Rough Collies have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Shetland Sheepdog vs Rough Collie exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Shetland Sheepdog or Rough Collie? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Shetland Sheepdogs have an average exercise need.	Rough Collies need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Shetland Sheepdog or Rough Collie?	Shetland Sheepdogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend to much time with sleeping.	Rough Collies sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered as a lazy breed.
Avg. daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Shetland Sheepdog or Rough Collie? Does the Shetland Sheepdog breed eat more than the Rough Collie breed?	2 to 3 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.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Shetland Sheepdog vs Rough Collie weight gain potential comparison:	Average.	Average.
Weather & Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Shetland Sheepdog vs Rough Collie?	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.	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.
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells least? Which dog smells most? Which is best, Shetland Sheepdog or Rough Collie?	Medium The Shetland Sheepdog has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium The Rough Collie has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? What's the difference between Shetland Sheepdog vs Rough Collie?	The Shetland Sheepdog is a perfect example for very low drooling tendency.	The Rough Collie is a perfect example for very low drooling tendency.

Shetland Sheepdog vs Rough Collie Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days	60-64 days
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy.
Litter Size How many puppies can Shetland Sheepdog and Rough Collie have? Shetland Sheepdog vs Rough Collie litter size comparison:	4-6 puppies	4-8 puppies
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Rhonda
Feb 29, 2020, 6:20:42 PM:
The information on this site is clearly organized, comprehensive and very detailed. Thanks for answering all of my questions in one easy to read place.
Jackie
Aug 2, 2020, 9:52:26 PM:
so many things are conflicting..shetland sheepdog has high energy level, shetland sheepdog needs average exercise..rough collie has average energy level, rough collie needs lots of exercise and yes collies ARE barkers !