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Name	Shetland Sheepdog	Scotch Collie	Labradoodle
Origins	Scotland	Scotland	Australia
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Designer Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Dwarf Scotch Shepherd Sheltie Shetland Collie Toonie Dog Miniature Collie	Old Farm Collie Scottish Collie Farm Collie	No data available
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Shetland Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie vs Labradoodle breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Cross Breed

Shetland Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie vs Labradoodle Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Shetland Sheepdog or Scotch Collie or Labradoodle? Which is the smallest dog, Shetland Sheepdog or Scotch Collie or Labradoodle?	Medium	Large	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Shetland Sheepdog or Scotch Collie or Scotch Collie? Shetland Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie vs Labradoodle weight comparison:	14-27 pounds (6-12 kg)	Male: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg)	50-64 pounds (22-34 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	20.5 pounds (9 kg)	Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg)	57.5 pounds (26 kg)
Height Which is taller, Shetland Sheepdog or Scotch Collie or Labradoodle? Shetland Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie vs Labradoodle height comparison:	13-16 inches (33-41 cm)	Male: 21-24 inches (53-61 cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm)	Male: 22 - 24 inches (50 – 60 cm), Female: 20 - 22 inches (50 - 55 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	14.5 inches (37 cm)	Male: 22.5 inches (57 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)

Shetland Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie vs Labradoodle Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Shetland Sheepdog or Scotch Collie or Labradoodle? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1000	$700-$900	$1000-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Shetland Sheepdog or Scotch Collie or Labradoodle?	Very frequent: The Shetland Sheepdog is quite easy to get.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Frequent: The Labradoodle is easier than average to get.

Shetland Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie vs Labradoodle Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Shetland Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie vs Labradoodle intelligence:	Outstanding: Shetland Sheepdog is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Smart: The Scotch Collie dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Smart: The Labradoodle dogs have great intelligence. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Shetland Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie vs Labradoodle trainability comparison.	Shetland Sheepdog dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Scotch Collie dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Labradoodle 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 Scotch Collie or Labradoodle?	Shetland Sheepdog dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Scotch Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Labradoodle dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Shetland Sheepdog or Scotch Collie or Labradoodle? 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.	Scotch Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Labradoodle dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Shetland Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie vs Labradoodle Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Shetland Sheepdog or Scotch Collie or Labradoodle? Shetland Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie vs Labradoodle behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Intelligent Friendly Responsive Affectionate Lively Gentle	Protective Intelligent Friendly Responsive Loyal Gentle Social	Alert Intelligent Affectionate
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: Scotch Collie dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Shetland Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie vs Labradoodle?	High: Shetland Sheepdog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Scotch Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Labradoodle 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 Scotch Collie vs Labradoodle social needs comparison:	Shetland Sheepdog dogs are a social breed. See more.	Scotch Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Labradoodle dogs need a lot of social interaction. 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.	Scotch Collie dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Labradoodle 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.	Scotch Collie dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Labradoodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Shetland Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie vs Labradoodle Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Shetland Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie vs Labradoodle playfulness comparison:	Average: Shetland Sheepdogs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Scotch Collie is a playful breed. See more.	The Labradoodle is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Shetland Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie vs Labradoodle?	A lot: Shetland Sheepdog is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Average to High: The Scotch Collie is a vocal breed. See more.	Average: The Labradoodle 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 Scotch Collie or Labradoodle?	It is not recommended to keep the Shetland Sheepdog 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 Scotch 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 Labradoodle indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Shetland Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie vs Labradoodle 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.	Scotch Collie dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Labradoodle 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 Scotch Collie or Labradoodle?	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.	Scotch Collie dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Labradoodle dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Shetland Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie vs Labradoodle Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Shetland Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie vs Labradoodle Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Shetland Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie vs Labradoodle health comparison. Which is the healthier: Shetland Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie vs Labradoodle?	The Shetland Sheepdog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Scotch Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Labradoodles are commonly healthy dogs.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Shetland Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie vs Labradoodle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Shetland Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie vs Labradoodle 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	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Ear Infections Elbow Dysplasia Canine Diabetes Mellitus
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 Scotch Collie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Labradoodle should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Life Expectancy Shetland Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie vs Labradoodle lifespan comparison. How long do Shetland Sheepdog, Scotch Collie and Labradoodle breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Shetland Sheepdog: 13 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Scotch Collie: 13 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Labradoodle: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Shetland Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie vs Labradoodle?	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 warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Shetland Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie vs Labradoodle Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Shetland Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie vs Labradoodle Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Shetland Sheepdog or Scotch Collie or Labradoodle?	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.	4 to 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? Shetland Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie vs Labradoodle weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Shetland Sheepdog has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Scotch Collie has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Labradoodle's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Shetland Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie vs Labradoodle Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Shetland Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie vs Labradoodle coat comparison:	Dense	Dense Thick Flat	Fine Variety of coat types
Colors What are the original Shetland Sheepdog, Scotch Collie and Labradoodle color?	Black Tan Blue White Sable Merle	White Sable Blue & Merle Black & White	Black Blue Cream Silver Chocolate Gold Apricot Caramel Chalky white Café Parchment They can also have parti-colored coats, which consist of brindles, phantom, patched, or sable colors.
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Shetland Sheepdog or Scotch Collie or Labradoodle? Shetland Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie vs Labradoodle grooming comparison:	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Advanced: The Scotch Collie requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Labradoodle requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Shetland Sheepdog or Scotch Collie or Labradoodle? Shetland Sheepdog or Scotch Collie or {name3 shedding:	Shetland Sheepdog dogs shed moderately. See more.	Scotch Collie dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Labradoodle 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 Scotch Collie or Labradoodle?	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 Scotch Collie vs Labradoodle hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	Yes See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Shetland Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie vs Labradoodle?	Medium ⏺ The Shetland Sheepdog has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Scotch Collie has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Labradoodle has a low 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 Scotch Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Labradoodle is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.

Shetland Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie vs Labradoodle 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.	Scotch Collie dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Labradoodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Shetland Sheepdog or Scotch Collie or Labradoodle? Which dog is more friendly?	Shetland Sheepdog dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Scotch Collie dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Labradoodle dogs are very 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 Scotch Collie or Labradoodle?	Shetland Sheepdog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Scotch Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Labradoodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Shetland Sheepdog or Scotch Collie or Labradoodle?	Shetland Sheepdog dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Scotch Collie dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Labradoodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Shetland Sheepdog or Scotch Collie or Labradoodle?	Shetland Sheepdog dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Scotch Collie dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Labradoodle dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Shetland Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie vs Labradoodle?	Yes Shetland Sheepdog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Scotch Collie dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Labradoodle 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 Scotch Collie is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Labradoodle 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.	Scotch Collies are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Labradoodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Shetland Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie vs Labradoodle 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.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Shetland Sheepdog or Scotch Collie or Labradoodle? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect 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.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	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.	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: Shetland Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie vs Labradoodle?	Not really Shetland Sheepdog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Scotch Collie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Labradoodle 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 Scotch Collie vs Labradoodle 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 Scotch Collie and Labradoodle have?	4-6 puppies	8-12 puppies	4-10 puppies
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Shetland Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie vs Labradoodle Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1911 as a Herding breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
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.	Not recognized by FCI.	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	Dog Registry of America Inc.	Australian Labradoodle Association International Australian Labradoodle Association

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