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Shiba Inu vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Border Collie Comparison - Dog breed selector: Japanese Shiba Inu or Yorkie or Sheepdog? Find the right dog for you

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Name Shiba Inu Yorkshire Terrier Border Collie
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Japanese Shiba Inu
Japanese Small-Size Dog
Shiba
Shiba Ken
Brushwood Dog
Yorkie Sheepdog
Scotch Sheep Dog
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Shiba Inu vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Border Collie breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Shiba Inu vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Border Collie Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Shiba Inu or Yorkshire Terrier or Border Collie? Which is the smallest dog, Shiba Inu or Yorkshire Terrier or Border Collie?
Medium Small Large
Weight
Which is heavier, Shiba Inu or Yorkshire Terrier or Yorkshire Terrier? Shiba Inu vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Border Collie weight comparison:
Male: 18-25 pounds (8-11 kg), Female: 15-20 pounds (6.8-9 kg) 2-3 kg (4-7 pounds) Male: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg), Female: 27-42 pounds (12-19 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 21.5 pounds (9.5 kg), Female: 17.5 pounds (6.8.5 kg) 2.5 kg (5.5 pounds) Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Female: 34.5 pounds (15.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Shiba Inu or Yorkshire Terrier or Border Collie? Shiba Inu vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Border Collie height comparison:
Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm) 20-23 cm (8-9 inches) Male: 19-22 inches (48-56 cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46-53 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm) 21.5 cm (8.5 inches) Male: 20.5 inches (52 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (49.5 cm)

Shiba Inu vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Border Collie Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Shiba Inu or Yorkshire Terrier or Border Collie? Which is more expensive?
$800-$1000 $600-$1000 $600-$800
Availability
Which is easier to get, Shiba Inu or Yorkshire Terrier or Border Collie?
Very frequent: The Shiba Inu is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Yorkshire Terrier is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Border Collie is quite easy to get.

Shiba Inu vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Border Collie Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Shiba Inu vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Border Collie intelligence:
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Smart: The Yorkshire Terrier dogs have great intelligence.
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Outstanding: Border Collie is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Trainability
Shiba Inu vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Border Collie trainability comparison.
A slightly harder to train than average.
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Yorkshire Terrier dogs are quite easy to train.
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Border Collie dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Shiba Inu or Yorkshire Terrier or Border Collie?
Shiba Inu dogs are good watchdogs.
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Yorkshire Terrier dogs are good watchdogs.
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Border Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Shiba Inu or Yorkshire Terrier or Border Collie? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Shiba Inu dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Yorkshire Terrier dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Border Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Shiba Inu vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Border Collie Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Shiba Inu or Yorkshire Terrier or Border Collie? Shiba Inu vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Border Collie behavior/temperament comparison:
Alert
Confident
Going
Fearless
Keen
Faithful
Charming
Playful
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Loyal
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Responsive
Loyal
Tenacious
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Shiba Inu dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Sensitive: Yorkshire Terrier 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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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Shiba Inu vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Border Collie?
Average to High: Shiba Inu dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: Yorkshire Terrier 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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Social Needs
Shiba Inu vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Border Collie social needs comparison:
Shiba Inu dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Yorkshire Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Border Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
The wanderlust potential of the Shiba Inu is strong enough to escape from home.
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Yorkshire Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Border Collie dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Shiba Inu 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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Yorkshire Terrier dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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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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Shiba Inu vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Border Collie Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Shiba Inu vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Border Collie playfulness comparison:
Average: Shiba Inus, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Average: Yorkshire Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Border Collie is a highly playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Shiba Inu vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Border Collie?
Low to Average: The Shiba Inu rarely barks.
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A lot: Yorkshire Terrier is a particularly loud breed.
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Low to Average: The Border Collie rarely barks.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Shiba Inu or Yorkshire Terrier or Border Collie?
Very house-friendly dog the Shiba Inu breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Yorkshire Terrier breed.
It is not recommended to keep the Border Collie breed in the home.

Shiba Inu vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Border Collie Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Shiba Inu dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Yorkshire Terrier 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.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Shiba Inu or Yorkshire Terrier or Border Collie?
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Yorkshire Terrier dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Border Collie dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Shiba Inu vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Border Collie Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Shiba Inu or Yorkshire Terrier or Border Collie?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Shiba Inu bite force: Ordinary.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Yorkshire Terrier bite force: Weak.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

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

Low 🔽

The Shiba Inu has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Yorkshire Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Border Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Shiba Inu vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Border Collie mouthiness comparison:
Shiba Inu dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Yorkshire Terrier dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, 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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Shiba Inu vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Border Collie Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Shiba Inu vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Border Collie health comparison. Which is the healthier: Shiba Inu vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Border Collie?
The Shiba Inu is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Yorkshire Terriers are commonly healthy dogs.
The Border 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: Shiba Inu vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Border Collie? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Shiba Inu vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Border Collie health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Allergies
Cancer
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Glaucoma
Spinning
Chylothorax
Collapsed Trachea
Patellar Luxation
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Portosystemic Liver Shunt
Reverse Sneezing
Hypoglycemia
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Collie Eye Anomaly
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Shiba Inu should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Rare
The Yorkshire Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Average
The Border Collie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Shiba Inu vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Border Collie lifespan comparison. How long do Shiba Inu, Yorkshire Terrier and Border Collie breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Shiba Inu: 13 years
12-16 years
The average lifespan of Yorkshire Terrier: 14 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Border Collie: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Shiba Inu vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Border Collie?
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Shiba Inu can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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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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Shiba Inu vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Border Collie Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Shiba Inu vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Border Collie Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Shiba Inu or Yorkshire Terrier or Border Collie?
Recommended daily amount: 1/2 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. Recommended daily amount: 1/2 to 3/4 cup 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.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Shiba Inu vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Border Collie weight gain potential comparison:
Low to Average: The Shiba Inu has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Low to Average: The Yorkshire Terrier has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Border Collie has an average risk for obesity.
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Shiba Inu vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Border Collie Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Shiba Inu vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Border Collie coat comparison:
Dense Fine Dense
Feathered
Straight
Short
Moderately Long
Colors
What are the original Shiba Inu, Yorkshire Terrier and Border Collie color?
Black
Tan
Red
Cream
Sesame
Black
Tan
Blue
Gold
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
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Shiba Inu or Yorkshire Terrier or Border Collie? Shiba Inu vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Border Collie grooming comparison:
Easy to groom: The Shiba Inu doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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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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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Shiba Inu or Yorkshire Terrier or Border Collie? Shiba Inu or Yorkshire Terrier or {name3 shedding:
Shiba Inu dogs shed above average.
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Yorkshire Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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Border Collie dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Shiba Inu or Yorkshire Terrier or Border Collie?
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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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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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Hypoallergenic
Shiba Inu vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Border Collie 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, Shiba Inu vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Border Collie?

Medium

The Shiba Inu has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Yorkshire Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

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

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

Shiba Inu vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Border Collie 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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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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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Shiba Inu or Yorkshire Terrier or Border Collie? Which is better for autism?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect 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.

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.
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.

Yes

This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: Shiba Inu vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Border Collie?

Not really

Shiba Inu breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Yorkshire Terrier 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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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.

Shiba Inu vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Border Collie 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 Shiba Inu and Yorkshire Terrier and Border Collie have?
2-4 puppies 4-6 puppies 4-8 puppies

Shiba Inu vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Border Collie Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1992 as a Non-Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Toy breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1995 as a Herding breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Asian Spitz and related breeds section. Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Toy Terriers 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
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
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
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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