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Name	Smooth Collie	Boerboel	Labrador Retriever
Origins	Scotland	South Africa	England Canada
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Working Dogs	Gun Dog
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Short-Haired Collie	South African Mastiff South African Boerboel	Lab Labrador
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Smooth Collie vs Boerboel vs Labrador Retriever breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Smooth Collie vs Boerboel vs Labrador Retriever Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Smooth Collie or Boerboel or Labrador Retriever? Which is the smallest dog, Smooth Collie or Boerboel or Labrador Retriever?	Large	Large Giant	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Smooth Collie or Boerboel or Boerboel? Smooth Collie vs Boerboel vs Labrador Retriever weight comparison:	Male: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg), Female: 53-65 pounds (24-29 kg)	154-200 pounds (70-90 kg)	Male: 60-75 pounds (27-34kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26 kg)	177 pounds (80 kg)	Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Smooth Collie or Boerboel or Labrador Retriever? Smooth Collie vs Boerboel vs Labrador Retriever height comparison:	Male: 24–26 inch (60–66 cm), Female: 22–24 inch (55–61 cm)	Male: 25-28 inches (64-70 cm), Female: 23-25.5 inches (59-65 cm)	Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm)	Male: 26.5 inches (67 cm), Female: 23-25.5 inches (62 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm)

Smooth Collie vs Boerboel vs Labrador Retriever Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Smooth Collie or Boerboel or Labrador Retriever? Which is more expensive?	$400-$600	$1500-$2000	$1000-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Smooth Collie or Boerboel or Labrador Retriever?	Average: The Smooth Collie is a commonly available dog breed.	Frequent: The Boerboel is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Labrador Retriever is quite easy to get.

Smooth Collie vs Boerboel vs Labrador Retriever Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Smooth Collie vs Boerboel vs Labrador Retriever intelligence:	Very smart: Smooth Collie is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Outstanding: Labrador Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Smooth Collie vs Boerboel vs Labrador Retriever trainability comparison.	Smooth Collie dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Boerboel dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs are very easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Smooth Collie or Boerboel or Labrador Retriever?	Smooth Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Boerboel dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Smooth Collie or Boerboel or Labrador Retriever? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Smooth Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Boerboel dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Smooth Collie vs Boerboel vs Labrador Retriever Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Smooth Collie or Boerboel or Labrador Retriever? Smooth Collie vs Boerboel vs Labrador Retriever behavior/temperament comparison:	Protective Intelligent Friendly Responsive Loyal Gentle Social	Intelligent Confident Obedient Dominant Territorial	Playful Loving Energetic Alert Intelligent Friendly Responsive Affectionate Loyal Gentle Going Social Cheerful
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Smooth Collie dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Boerboel dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Sensitive: Labrador Retriever 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: Smooth Collie vs Boerboel vs Labrador Retriever?	High: Smooth Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: Boerboel dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Slightly Below Average: Labrador Retriever dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Smooth Collie vs Boerboel vs Labrador Retriever social needs comparison:	Smooth Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Boerboel dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Smooth Collie dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Boerboel is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Smooth Collie dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Boerboel 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.	Labrador Retriever 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

Smooth Collie vs Boerboel vs Labrador Retriever Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Smooth Collie vs Boerboel vs Labrador Retriever playfulness comparison:	The Smooth Collie is a playful breed. See more.	Average: Boerboels, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Labrador Retriever is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Smooth Collie vs Boerboel vs Labrador Retriever?	Average to High: The Smooth Collie is a vocal breed. See more.	Low to Average: The Boerboel rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Labrador Retriever 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 Smooth Collie or Boerboel or Labrador Retriever?	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.	It is not recommended to keep the Boerboel breed in the home.	It is not recommended to keep the Labrador Retriever breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Smooth Collie vs Boerboel vs Labrador Retriever Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Smooth Collie dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Average: Boerboel dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Labrador Retriever dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Smooth Collie or Boerboel or Labrador Retriever?	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.	Labrador Retriever dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Smooth Collie vs Boerboel vs Labrador Retriever Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Smooth Collie vs Boerboel vs Labrador Retriever Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Smooth Collie vs Boerboel vs Labrador Retriever health comparison. Which is the healthier: Smooth Collie vs Boerboel vs Labrador Retriever?	The Smooth Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Boerboels tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Labrador Retriever is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Smooth Collie vs Boerboel vs Labrador Retriever? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Smooth Collie vs Boerboel vs Labrador Retriever health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Drug Sensitivity Collie Eye Anomaly Gray Collie Syndrome	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Epilepsy Joint Dysplasia Vaginal Hyperplasia	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Epilepsy Ear Infections Elbow Dysplasia Osteochondrosis Dissecans Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia Acute Moist Dermatitis Cold Tail Myopathy
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Smooth Collie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Boerboel should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Labrador Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Smooth Collie vs Boerboel vs Labrador Retriever lifespan comparison. How long do Smooth Collie, Boerboel and Labrador Retriever breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	14-16 years The average lifespan of Smooth Collie: 15 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Boerboel: 11 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Labrador Retriever: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Smooth Collie vs Boerboel vs Labrador Retriever?	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.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Smooth Collie vs Boerboel vs Labrador Retriever Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Smooth Collie vs Boerboel vs Labrador Retriever Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Smooth Collie or Boerboel or Labrador Retriever?	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals	Recommended daily amount: 2.5 to 3 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? Smooth Collie vs Boerboel vs Labrador Retriever weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Smooth Collie has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Boerboel has an average risk for obesity. See more.	High: The Labrador Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Smooth Collie vs Boerboel vs Labrador Retriever Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Smooth Collie vs Boerboel vs Labrador Retriever coat comparison:	Dense Thick Flat	Dense Shiny Smooth	Dense Waterproof Hard Short
Colors What are the original Smooth Collie, Boerboel and Labrador Retriever color?	White Sable Merle Black & White & Tan Blue & Merle Blue & Merle & White Sable & White White & Merle	Red Cream Brown Tawny Brindle Reddish	Black Yellow Chocolate
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Smooth Collie or Boerboel or Labrador Retriever? Smooth Collie vs Boerboel vs Labrador Retriever grooming comparison:	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Effortless: The Boerboel requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Labrador Retriever requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Smooth Collie or Boerboel or Labrador Retriever? Smooth Collie or Boerboel or {name3 shedding:	Smooth Collie dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Boerboel dogs shed moderately. See more.	Labrador Retriever 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: Smooth Collie or Boerboel or Labrador Retriever?	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. 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 Smooth Collie vs Boerboel vs Labrador Retriever 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, Smooth Collie vs Boerboel vs Labrador Retriever?	Medium ⏺ The Smooth Collie has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Boerboel has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Labrador Retriever has a high chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Smooth Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Boerboel 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 Labrador Retriever is an average drooler. See more.

Smooth Collie vs Boerboel vs Labrador Retriever Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Smooth Collie dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Boerboel dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Labrador Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Smooth Collie or Boerboel or Labrador Retriever? Which dog is more friendly?	Smooth Collie dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Boerboel dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Labrador Retriever 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 Smooth Collie or Boerboel or Labrador Retriever?	Smooth Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Boerboel dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Labrador Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Smooth Collie or Boerboel or Labrador Retriever?	Smooth Collie dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Boerboel dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Labrador Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Smooth Collie or Boerboel or Labrador Retriever?	Smooth Collie dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Boerboel dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Labrador Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Smooth Collie vs Boerboel vs Labrador Retriever?	Yes Smooth Collie dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Boerboel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Labrador Retriever dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Smooth Collie is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Boerboel is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Labrador Retriever is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Smooth Collies are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Boerboels are usually recommended for elderly people.	Labrador Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Smooth Collie vs Boerboel vs Labrador Retriever As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Yes This breed makes good 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: Smooth Collie or Boerboel or Labrador Retriever? 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?	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.	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: Smooth Collie vs Boerboel vs Labrador Retriever?	Not really Smooth Collie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Boerboel breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Labrador Retriever 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.	Yes 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.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Smooth Collie vs Boerboel vs Labrador Retriever 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 Smooth Collie and Boerboel and Labrador Retriever have?	4-8 puppies	7-10 puppies	5-10 puppies
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Smooth Collie vs Boerboel vs Labrador Retriever Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2015 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1917 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club	American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc.	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

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