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Name	Shikoku dog	Smooth Collie	Whippet
Origins	Japan	Scotland	England
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Group	Companion Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Japanese Wolfdog Kochi-ken Mikawa Inu Shikoku dog	Short-Haired Collie	Snap Dog English Whippet
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Shikoku dog vs Smooth Collie vs Whippet breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Shikoku dog vs Smooth Collie vs Whippet Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Shikoku dog or Smooth Collie or Whippet? Which is the smallest dog, Shikoku dog or Smooth Collie or Whippet?	Large Medium	Large	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Shikoku dog or Smooth Collie or Smooth Collie? Shikoku dog vs Smooth Collie vs Whippet weight comparison:	Male: 35-50 pounds (16-23 kg), Female: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg)	Male: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg), Female: 53-65 pounds (24-29 kg)	25 - 45 pounds (11 - 21 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 42.5 pounds (19.5 kg), Female: 37.5 pounds (17 kg)	Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26 kg)	25 - 45 pounds (11 - 21 kg)
Height Which is taller, Shikoku dog or Smooth Collie or Whippet? Shikoku dog vs Smooth Collie vs Whippet height comparison:	Male: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm), Female: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm)	Male: 24–26 inch (60–66 cm), Female: 22–24 inch (55–61 cm)	Male: 18.5-20 inches (46-51 cm), Female: 17.5-19 inches (44-48 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 19 inches (48.5 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm)	Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm)	Male: 19 inches (48.5 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm)

Shikoku dog vs Smooth Collie vs Whippet Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Shikoku dog or Smooth Collie or Whippet? Which is more expensive?	$500-$800	$400-$600	$800-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Shikoku dog or Smooth Collie or Whippet?	Average: The Shikoku dog is a commonly available dog breed.	Average: The Smooth Collie is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The Whippet is quite easy to get.

Shikoku dog vs Smooth Collie vs Whippet Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Shikoku dog vs Smooth Collie vs Whippet intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Very smart: Smooth Collie is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Shikoku dog vs Smooth Collie vs Whippet trainability comparison.	Shikoku dog dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Smooth Collie dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Whippet dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Shikoku dog or Smooth Collie or Whippet?	Shikoku dog dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Smooth Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Whippet dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Shikoku dog or Smooth Collie or Whippet? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Shikoku dog dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Smooth Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Whippet dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.
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Shikoku dog vs Smooth Collie vs Whippet Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Shikoku dog or Smooth Collie or Whippet? Shikoku dog vs Smooth Collie vs Whippet behavior/temperament comparison:	Agile Energetic Intelligent Loyal Brave Cautious	Protective Intelligent Friendly Responsive Loyal Gentle Social	Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Lively Gentle Outright Companionable Adaptable Quiet
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Smooth Collie dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Sensitive: Whippet dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Shikoku dog vs Smooth Collie vs Whippet?	High: Shikoku dog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Smooth Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: Whippet dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Shikoku dog vs Smooth Collie vs Whippet social needs comparison:	Shikoku dog dogs are a social breed. See more.	Smooth Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Whippet dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Shikoku dog dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Smooth Collie dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Whippet is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Shikoku dog 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.	Smooth Collie dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Whippet dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Shikoku dog vs Smooth Collie vs Whippet Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Shikoku dog vs Smooth Collie vs Whippet playfulness comparison:	Average: Shikoku dogs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Smooth Collie is a playful breed. See more.	Average: Whippets, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Shikoku dog vs Smooth Collie vs Whippet?	Low to Average: The Shikoku dog rarely barks. See more.	Average to High: The Smooth Collie is a vocal breed. See more.	Low: The Whippet barks none to minimal. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Shikoku dog or Smooth Collie or Whippet?	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 Shikoku dog 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 Smooth Collie indoors.	Very house-friendly dog the Whippet breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Shikoku dog vs Smooth Collie vs Whippet Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Shikoku dog vs Smooth Collie vs Whippet Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Shikoku dog vs Smooth Collie vs Whippet Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Shikoku dog vs Smooth Collie vs Whippet health comparison. Which is the healthier: Shikoku dog vs Smooth Collie vs Whippet?	Shikoku dogs tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Smooth Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Whippet is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Shikoku dog vs Smooth Collie vs Whippet? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Shikoku dog vs Smooth Collie vs Whippet health problems comparison:	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Drug Sensitivity Collie Eye Anomaly Gray Collie Syndrome	Heart Murmurs Hypothyroidism Von Willebrand's Disease Heart Problems Deafness Vaccination Sensitivity Drug Sensitivity Arthritis Kidney Issues Addison's Disease
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Shikoku dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Smooth Collie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Whippet should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Shikoku dog vs Smooth Collie vs Whippet lifespan comparison. How long do Shikoku dog, Smooth Collie and Whippet breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Shikoku dog: 11 years	14-16 years The average lifespan of Smooth Collie: 15 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Whippet: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Shikoku dog vs Smooth Collie vs Whippet?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.

Shikoku dog vs Smooth Collie vs Whippet Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Shikoku dog or Smooth Collie or Whippet? Shikoku dog vs Smooth Collie vs Whippet energy level comparison:	Shikoku dog dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Smooth Collie dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Whippet dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Shikoku dog vs Smooth Collie vs Whippet exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Shikoku dog or Smooth Collie or Whippet? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Shikoku dog dogs have an average exercise need.	Smooth Collie dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Whippet dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Shikoku dog or Smooth Collie or Whippet?	Shikoku dog dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Smooth Collie dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Whippet dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Shikoku dog vs Smooth Collie vs Whippet Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Shikoku dog or Smooth Collie or Whippet?	1.5 to 2.5 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.	1 to 2 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? Shikoku dog vs Smooth Collie vs Whippet weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Shikoku dog has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Smooth Collie has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Low: The Whippet has good luck with genetics. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Shikoku dog vs Smooth Collie vs Whippet Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Shikoku dog vs Smooth Collie vs Whippet coat comparison:	Soft	Dense Thick Flat	Fine Short Close in texture
Colors What are the original Shikoku dog, Smooth Collie and Whippet color?	Black Cream Black & Tan	White Sable Merle Black & White & Tan Blue & Merle Blue & Merle & White Sable & White White & Merle	Black Red Blue Cream White Fawn
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Shikoku dog or Smooth Collie or Whippet? Shikoku dog vs Smooth Collie vs Whippet grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Shikoku dog doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Effortless: The Whippet requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Shikoku dog or Smooth Collie or Whippet? Shikoku dog or Smooth Collie or {name3 shedding:	Shikoku dog dogs shed moderately. See more.	Smooth Collie dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Whippet dogs are low shedders. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Shikoku dog or Smooth Collie or Whippet?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Shikoku dog vs Smooth Collie vs Whippet 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, Shikoku dog vs Smooth Collie vs Whippet?	Medium ⏺ The Shikoku dog has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Smooth Collie has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Whippet has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Shikoku dog drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.	The Smooth Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Whippet is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Shikoku dog vs Smooth Collie vs Whippet Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Shikoku dog dogs are generally with other pets.	Smooth Collie dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Whippet dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Shikoku dog or Smooth Collie or Whippet? Which dog is more friendly?	Shikoku dog dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Smooth Collie dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Whippet dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Shikoku dog or Smooth Collie or Whippet?	Shikoku dog dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Smooth Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Whippet dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Shikoku dog or Smooth Collie or Whippet?	Shikoku dog dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Smooth Collie dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Whippet dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Shikoku dog or Smooth Collie or Whippet?	Shikoku dog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Smooth Collie dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Whippet dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Shikoku dog vs Smooth Collie vs Whippet?	Yes Shikoku dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Smooth Collie dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Whippet dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Shikoku dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Smooth Collie is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Whippet is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Shikoku dogs are commonly okay with elderly people.	Smooth Collies are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Whippets are usually recommended for elderly people.

Shikoku dog vs Smooth Collie vs Whippet 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: Shikoku dog or Smooth Collie or Whippet? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a 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.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	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: Shikoku dog vs Smooth Collie vs Whippet?	Not really Shikoku dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Smooth Collie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Whippet breed usually doesn't like 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.

Shikoku dog vs Smooth Collie vs Whippet 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 Shikoku dog and Smooth Collie and Whippet have?	4-6 puppies	4-8 puppies	4-8 puppies
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Shikoku dog vs Smooth Collie vs Whippet Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Hound breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Short-haired Sighthounds section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	No data available	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 Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale 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

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