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Silken Windhound vs Smooth Collie vs Berger Blanc Suisse Comparison - Dog breed selector: Silken or Short-Haired Collie or Pastore Svizzero Bianco? Find the right dog for you

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Name Silken Windhound Smooth Collie Berger Blanc Suisse
OriginsUnited States flagUnited States Scotland flagScotland Switzerland flagSwitzerland
Group Hunting Dogs Pastoral / Herding Dogs Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Silken Windhound, Smooth Collie, and Berger Blanc Suisse breeds.
Silken Short-Haired Collie Pastore Svizzero Bianco
Weisser Schweizer Schäferhund
White Swiss Shepherd Dog
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Silken Windhound, Smooth Collie, and Berger Blanc Suisse? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Silken Windhound vs Smooth Collie vs Berger Blanc Suisse Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Silken Windhound, Smooth Collie, and Berger Blanc Suisse. Which breed is the largest?
Medium Large Large
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Silken Windhound, Smooth Collie, and Berger Blanc Suisse? Compare adult weight ranges.
Female: 22-45 pounds (10-20 kg), Male: 33-55 pounds (15-25 kg) Male: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg), Female: 53-65 pounds (24-29 kg) Male: 66–88 lbs (30–40 kg), Female: 55–77 lbs (25–35 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Female: 33.5 pounds (15 kg), Male: 44 pounds (20 kg) Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26 kg) Male: 77 lbs (35 kg), Female: 66 lbs (30 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Silken Windhound or Smooth Collie or Berger Blanc Suisse? Silken Windhound vs Smooth Collie vs Berger Blanc Suisse height comparison:
18-23.5 inches (46-60 cm) Male: 24–26 inch (60–66 cm), Female: 22–24 inch (55–61 cm) Male: 24–26 inch (60–66 cm), Female: 22–24 inch (55–61 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
18-23.5 inches (53 cm) Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm) Male: 25 inch (63 cm), Female: 23 inch (58 cm)

Silken Windhound vs Smooth Collie vs Berger Blanc Suisse Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Silken Windhound, Smooth Collie, and Berger Blanc Suisse. Find price differences between these breeds.
$800-$1000 $400-$600 $2500-$3000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Silken Windhound or Smooth Collie or Berger Blanc Suisse?
Average: The Silken Windhound is a commonly available dog breed.
Average: The Smooth Collie is a commonly available dog breed.
Average: The Berger Blanc Suisse is a commonly available dog breed.

Silken Windhound vs Smooth Collie vs Berger Blanc Suisse Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Silken Windhound, Smooth Collie, and Berger Blanc Suisse. Which breed ranks highest?
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Very smart: Smooth Collie is an excellent dog breed.
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Smart: The Berger Blanc Suisse dogs have great intelligence.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Silken Windhound, Smooth Collie, and Berger Blanc Suisse. Which is easiest to train?
Silken Windhound dogs are easy to train.
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Smooth Collie dogs are very easy to train.
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Berger Blanc Suisse dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Silken Windhound, Smooth Collie, and Berger Blanc Suisse. Which breed is most alert?
Silken Windhound dogs are not the best watchdogs.
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Smooth Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Berger Blanc Suisse dogs are good watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Silken Windhound, Smooth Collie, and Berger Blanc Suisse. Which breed is most protective?
Silken Windhound dogs are not the best to protect their territory.
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Smooth Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Berger Blanc Suisse dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Silken Windhound vs Smooth Collie vs Berger Blanc Suisse Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Silken Windhound, Smooth Collie, and Berger Blanc Suisse? Compare temperaments.
Playful
Loving
Friendly
Affectionate
Trusting
Companionable
Familiar
Protective
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Loyal
Gentle
Social
Active
Intelligent
Patient
Gentle
Strong
Easygoing
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Sensitive: Smooth Collie dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Silken Windhound vs Smooth Collie vs Berger Blanc Suisse?
Average to High: Silken Windhound dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: Smooth Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Berger Blanc Suisse dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Silken Windhound vs Smooth Collie vs Berger Blanc Suisse social needs comparison:
Silken Windhound dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Smooth Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Berger Blanc Suisse 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 Silken Windhound is strong enough to escape from home.
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Smooth Collie dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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Berger Blanc Suisse dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Silken Windhound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Smooth Collie dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Their prey drive is low.
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Silken Windhound vs Smooth Collie vs Berger Blanc Suisse Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Silken Windhound, Smooth Collie, and Berger Blanc Suisse. Which breed is most vocal?
Low to Average: The Silken Windhound rarely barks.
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Average to High: The Smooth Collie is a vocal breed.
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Average to High: The Berger Blanc Suisse is a vocal breed.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Silken Windhound, Smooth Collie, and Berger Blanc Suisse. Which breed is most playful?
Average: Silken Windhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Smooth Collie is a playful breed.
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The Berger Blanc Suisse is a playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Silken Windhound, Smooth Collie, and Berger Blanc Suisse. Which adapts best to small spaces?
Very house-friendly dog the Silken Windhound breed.
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.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Berger Blanc Suisse breed.

Silken Windhound vs Smooth Collie vs Berger Blanc Suisse Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Silken Windhound, Smooth Collie, and Berger Blanc Suisse. Which breed is most flexible?
Silken Windhound dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Smooth Collie dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Berger Blanc Suisse dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Silken Windhound or Smooth Collie or Berger Blanc Suisse?
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Smooth Collie dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Berger Blanc Suisse dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Silken Windhound vs Smooth Collie vs Berger Blanc Suisse Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Silken Windhound, Smooth Collie, and Berger Blanc Suisse. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The Silken Windhound has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Smooth Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Berger Blanc Suisse has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Silken Windhound, Smooth Collie, and Berger Blanc Suisse. Which uses mouth most during play?
Silken Windhound dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Smooth Collie dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Berger Blanc Suisse dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Silken Windhound, Smooth Collie, and Berger Blanc Suisse. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Silken Windhound bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Smooth Collie bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Berger Blanc Suisse bite force: Ordinary.

Silken Windhound vs Smooth Collie vs Berger Blanc Suisse Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Silken Windhound, Smooth Collie, and Berger Blanc Suisse. Which breed lives longest?
16-20 years
The average lifespan of Silken Windhound: 18 years
14-16 years
The average lifespan of Smooth Collie: 15 years
11-13 years
The average lifespan of Berger Blanc Suisse: 12 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Silken Windhound, Smooth Collie, and Berger Blanc Suisse. Which handles climate changes best?
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Silken Windhound 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 Berger Blanc Suisse can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Silken Windhound, Smooth Collie, and Berger Blanc Suisse. Which has fewer health issues?
Silken Windhounds 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.
Berger Blanc Suisses tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Frequent
The Silken Windhound 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.
Frequent
The Berger Blanc Suisse should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Silken Windhound vs Smooth Collie vs Berger Blanc Suisse? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Silken Windhound vs Smooth Collie vs Berger Blanc Suisse health problems comparison:
No data available Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Drug Sensitivity
Collie Eye Anomaly
Gray Collie Syndrome
Allergies
Bloat
Joint Dysplasia

Silken Windhound vs Smooth Collie vs Berger Blanc Suisse Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Silken Windhound, Smooth Collie, and Berger Blanc Suisse. Which breed is most active?
Silken Windhound dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
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.
Berger Blanc Suisse dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Silken Windhound vs Smooth Collie vs Berger Blanc Suisse exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Silken Windhound or Smooth Collie or Berger Blanc Suisse? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Silken Windhound dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Smooth Collie dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Berger Blanc Suisse dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Silken Windhound or Smooth Collie or Berger Blanc Suisse?
Silken Windhound dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Smooth Collie dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Berger Blanc Suisse dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.

Silken Windhound vs Smooth Collie vs Berger Blanc Suisse Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Silken Windhound, Smooth Collie, and Berger Blanc Suisse. Which is most prone to obesity?
Low: The Silken Windhound has good luck with genetics.
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Average: The Smooth Collie has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Berger Blanc Suisse has an average risk for obesity.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Silken Windhound, Smooth Collie, and Berger Blanc Suisse. Which needs most food?
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. 2.5 to 3.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.

Silken Windhound vs Smooth Collie vs Berger Blanc Suisse Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Silken Windhound, Smooth Collie, and Berger Blanc Suisse. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Silken Windhound, Smooth Collie, and Berger Blanc Suisse. What colors are available?
Black
Gray
Tan
Red
White
Silver
Brown
White
Sable
Merle
Black & White & Tan
Blue & Merle
Blue & Merle & White
Sable & White
White & Merle
White
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Silken Windhound, Smooth Collie, and Berger Blanc Suisse. Which requires most maintenance?
Average: The Silken Windhound requires average grooming effort.
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Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Average: The Berger Blanc Suisse requires average grooming effort.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Silken Windhound, Smooth Collie, and Berger Blanc Suisse. Which drools least?
The Silken Windhound is an average drooler.
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The Smooth Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Berger Blanc Suisse is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Silken Windhound, Smooth Collie, and Berger Blanc Suisse. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The Silken Windhound has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Smooth Collie has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Berger Blanc Suisse has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Silken Windhound, Smooth Collie, and Berger Blanc Suisse. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Silky Dense
Thick
Flat
Dense
Straight
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Silken Windhound, Smooth Collie, and Berger Blanc Suisse. Which requires most frequent baths?
2-3 weeks
Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks.
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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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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Silken Windhound or Smooth Collie or Berger Blanc Suisse? Silken Windhound or Smooth Collie or {name3 shedding:
Silken Windhound dogs shed moderately.
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Smooth Collie dogs are heavy shedders.
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Berger Blanc Suisse dogs are heavy shedders.
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Silken Windhound vs Smooth Collie vs Berger Blanc Suisse Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Silken Windhound, Smooth Collie, and Berger Blanc Suisse. Which is best with kids?
Silken Windhound dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Smooth Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Berger Blanc Suisse dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Silken Windhound dogs are generally with other pets.
Smooth Collie dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Berger Blanc Suisse dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Silken Windhound or Smooth Collie or Berger Blanc Suisse? Which dog is more friendly?
Silken Windhound dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Smooth Collie dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Berger Blanc Suisse dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Silken Windhound or Smooth Collie or Berger Blanc Suisse?
Silken Windhound dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Smooth Collie dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Berger Blanc Suisse dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Silken Windhound or Smooth Collie or Berger Blanc Suisse?
Silken Windhound dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Smooth Collie dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Berger Blanc Suisse dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Silken Windhound vs Smooth Collie vs Berger Blanc Suisse?
Yes
Silken Windhound 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
Berger Blanc Suisse dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Silken Windhound is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Smooth Collie is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Berger Blanc Suisse is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Silken Windhounds are usually recommended for elderly people.
Smooth Collies are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Berger Blanc Suisses are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Silken Windhound vs Smooth Collie vs Berger Blanc Suisse As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Silken Windhound, Smooth Collie, and Berger Blanc Suisse. Which is best suited for service work?

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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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Silken Windhound, Smooth Collie, and Berger Blanc Suisse. Which excels in therapy work?

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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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Silken Windhound, Smooth Collie, and Berger Blanc Suisse. Which has best nose work ability?

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 & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Silken Windhound, Smooth Collie, and Berger Blanc Suisse. Which is best for SAR work?

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.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Silken Windhound, Smooth Collie, and Berger Blanc Suisse. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

Silken Windhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Smooth Collie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Berger Blanc Suisse breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Silken Windhound, Smooth Collie, and Berger Blanc Suisse. Which is best for draft work?

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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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Silken Windhound, Smooth Collie, and Berger Blanc Suisse. Which has most military use?

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.

Silken Windhound vs Smooth Collie vs Berger Blanc Suisse Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Silken Windhound, Smooth Collie, and Berger Blanc Suisse. Which has most puppies?
4-6 puppies 4-8 puppies 6-8 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Silken Windhound, Smooth Collie, and Berger Blanc Suisse. Any breeding differences?
60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Silken Windhound, Smooth Collie, and Berger Blanc Suisse. What's recommended?

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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Silken Windhound vs Smooth Collie vs Berger Blanc Suisse Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Silken Windhound, Smooth Collie, and Berger Blanc Suisse. How are they classified?
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Herding breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Silken Windhound, Smooth Collie, and Berger Blanc Suisse. How are they classified internationally?
Not recognized by FCI. Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Silken Windhound, Smooth Collie, and Berger Blanc Suisse. Which has most recognition?
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
Dog Registry of America Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
National Kennel Club

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