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Smooth Collie vs Curly-Coated Retriever vs Belgian Sheepdog Comparison - Dog breed selector: Short-Haired Collie or Curly-Coated Retriever or Chien De Berger Belge? Find the right dog for you

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Name Smooth Collie Curly-Coated Retriever Belgian Sheepdog
OriginsScotland flagScotland England flagEngland Belgium flagBelgium
Group Pastoral / Herding Dogs Gun Dog Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Short-Haired Collie No data available Chien De Berger Belge
Groenendael
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Smooth Collie vs Curly-Coated Retriever vs Belgian Sheepdog breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Smooth Collie vs Curly-Coated Retriever vs Belgian Sheepdog Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Smooth Collie or Curly-Coated Retriever or Belgian Sheepdog? Which is the smallest dog, Smooth Collie or Curly-Coated Retriever or Belgian Sheepdog?
Large Large Large
Weight
Which is heavier, Smooth Collie or Curly-Coated Retriever or Curly-Coated Retriever? Smooth Collie vs Curly-Coated Retriever vs Belgian Sheepdog weight comparison:
Male: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg), Female: 53-65 pounds (24-29 kg) 65-80 pounds (29-36 kg) Male: 65-75 pounds (29-34 kg), Female: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26 kg) 72.5 pounds (32.5 kg) Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Smooth Collie or Curly-Coated Retriever or Belgian Sheepdog? Smooth Collie vs Curly-Coated Retriever vs Belgian Sheepdog height comparison:
Male: 24–26 inch (60–66 cm), Female: 22–24 inch (55–61 cm) 25-27 inches (63-69 cm) Male: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (56-61 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm) 26 inches (66 cm) Male: 25 inches (63.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm)

Smooth Collie vs Curly-Coated Retriever vs Belgian Sheepdog Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Smooth Collie or Curly-Coated Retriever or Belgian Sheepdog? Which is more expensive?
$400-$600 $600-$800 $1200-$1400
Availability
Which is easier to get, Smooth Collie or Curly-Coated Retriever or Belgian Sheepdog?
Average: The Smooth Collie is a commonly available dog breed.
Frequent: The Curly-Coated Retriever is easier than average to get.
Frequent: The Belgian Sheepdog is easier than average to get.

Smooth Collie vs Curly-Coated Retriever vs Belgian Sheepdog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Smooth Collie vs Curly-Coated Retriever vs Belgian Sheepdog intelligence:
Very smart: Smooth Collie is an excellent dog breed.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Very smart: Belgian Sheepdog is an excellent dog breed.
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Trainability
Smooth Collie vs Curly-Coated Retriever vs Belgian Sheepdog trainability comparison.
Smooth Collie dogs are very easy to train.
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Curly-Coated Retriever dogs are easy to train.
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Belgian Sheepdog dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Smooth Collie or Curly-Coated Retriever or Belgian Sheepdog?
Smooth Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Curly-Coated Retriever dogs are average watchdogs.
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Belgian Sheepdog dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Smooth Collie or Curly-Coated Retriever or Belgian Sheepdog? 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.
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Curly-Coated Retriever dogs are average defenders.
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Belgian Sheepdog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Smooth Collie vs Curly-Coated Retriever vs Belgian Sheepdog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Smooth Collie or Curly-Coated Retriever or Belgian Sheepdog? Smooth Collie vs Curly-Coated Retriever vs Belgian Sheepdog behavior/temperament comparison:
Protective
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Loyal
Gentle
Social
Independent
Sensitive
Intelligent
Lively
Trainable
Clever
Active
Stubborn
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Hard
Working
Watchful
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.
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Curly-Coated Retriever dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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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: Smooth Collie vs Curly-Coated Retriever vs Belgian Sheepdog?
High: Smooth Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Curly-Coated Retriever dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: Belgian Sheepdog dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Social Needs
Smooth Collie vs Curly-Coated Retriever vs Belgian Sheepdog social needs comparison:
Smooth Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Curly-Coated Retriever dogs are a social breed.
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Belgian Sheepdog dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Smooth Collie dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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The wanderlust potential of the Curly-Coated Retriever is strong enough to escape from home.
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Belgian Sheepdog dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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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.
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Curly-Coated Retriever dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Their prey drive is low.
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Smooth Collie vs Curly-Coated Retriever vs Belgian Sheepdog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Smooth Collie vs Curly-Coated Retriever vs Belgian Sheepdog playfulness comparison:
The Smooth Collie is a playful breed.
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Average: Curly-Coated Retrievers, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Belgian Sheepdog is a highly playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Smooth Collie vs Curly-Coated Retriever vs Belgian Sheepdog?
Average to High: The Smooth Collie is a vocal breed.
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Average: The Curly-Coated Retriever barks occasionally.
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A lot: Belgian Sheepdog is a particularly loud breed.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Smooth Collie or Curly-Coated Retriever or Belgian Sheepdog?
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 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 Curly-Coated Retriever indoors.
It is not recommended to keep the Belgian Sheepdog breed in the home.

Smooth Collie vs Curly-Coated Retriever vs Belgian Sheepdog 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.
Curly-Coated Retriever dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Belgian Sheepdog 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 Curly-Coated Retriever or Belgian Sheepdog?
Smooth Collie dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Curly-Coated Retriever 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.
Belgian Sheepdog dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.

Smooth Collie vs Curly-Coated Retriever vs Belgian Sheepdog Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Smooth Collie or Curly-Coated Retriever or Belgian Sheepdog?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Smooth Collie bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Curly-Coated Retriever bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Belgian Sheepdog bite force: Ordinary.
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 Curly-Coated Retriever has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Belgian Sheepdog has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Smooth Collie vs Curly-Coated Retriever vs Belgian Sheepdog mouthiness comparison:
Smooth Collie dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Curly-Coated Retriever dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Belgian Sheepdog dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Smooth Collie vs Curly-Coated Retriever vs Belgian Sheepdog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Smooth Collie vs Curly-Coated Retriever vs Belgian Sheepdog health comparison. Which is the healthier: Smooth Collie vs Curly-Coated Retriever vs Belgian Sheepdog?
The Smooth Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Curly-Coated Retrievers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
The Belgian Sheepdog 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: Smooth Collie vs Curly-Coated Retriever vs Belgian Sheepdog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Smooth Collie vs Curly-Coated Retriever vs Belgian Sheepdog health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Drug Sensitivity
Collie Eye Anomaly
Gray Collie Syndrome
No data available Hip Dysplasia
Epilepsy
Hyperthyroidism
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 Curly-Coated Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Average
The Belgian Sheepdog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Smooth Collie vs Curly-Coated Retriever vs Belgian Sheepdog lifespan comparison. How long do Smooth Collie, Curly-Coated Retriever and Belgian Sheepdog breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
14-16 years
The average lifespan of Smooth Collie: 15 years
8-12 years
The average lifespan of Curly-Coated Retriever: 10 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Belgian Sheepdog: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Smooth Collie vs Curly-Coated Retriever vs Belgian Sheepdog?
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 Curly-Coated Retriever can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Belgian Sheepdog can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Smooth Collie vs Curly-Coated Retriever vs Belgian Sheepdog Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Smooth Collie or Curly-Coated Retriever or Belgian Sheepdog? Smooth Collie vs Curly-Coated Retriever vs Belgian Sheepdog 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.
Curly-Coated Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.
Belgian Sheepdog dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Smooth Collie vs Curly-Coated Retriever vs Belgian Sheepdog exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Smooth Collie or Curly-Coated Retriever or Belgian Sheepdog? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Smooth Collie dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Curly-Coated Retriever dogs have an average exercise need.
Belgian Sheepdog dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Smooth Collie or Curly-Coated Retriever or Belgian Sheepdog?
Smooth Collie dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Curly-Coated Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.
Belgian Sheepdog dogs don't need too much sleep.

Smooth Collie vs Curly-Coated Retriever vs Belgian Sheepdog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Smooth Collie or Curly-Coated Retriever or Belgian Sheepdog?
2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 2 to 3 cups of a high-quality dog food a day.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Smooth Collie vs Curly-Coated Retriever vs Belgian Sheepdog weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The Smooth Collie has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Curly-Coated Retriever has an average risk for obesity.
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Low to Average: The Belgian Sheepdog has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Smooth Collie vs Curly-Coated Retriever vs Belgian Sheepdog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Smooth Collie vs Curly-Coated Retriever vs Belgian Sheepdog coat comparison:
Dense
Thick
Flat
Curly Soft
Thick
Colors
What are the original Smooth Collie, Curly-Coated Retriever and Belgian Sheepdog color?
White
Sable
Merle
Black & White & Tan
Blue & Merle
Blue & Merle & White
Sable & White
White & Merle
Black
Liver
Black
Cream
Fawn
Brindle
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Smooth Collie or Curly-Coated Retriever or Belgian Sheepdog? Smooth Collie vs Curly-Coated Retriever vs Belgian Sheepdog grooming comparison:
Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Easy to groom: The Curly-Coated Retriever doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Average: The Belgian Sheepdog requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Smooth Collie or Curly-Coated Retriever or Belgian Sheepdog? Smooth Collie or Curly-Coated Retriever or {name3 shedding:
Smooth Collie dogs are heavy shedders.
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Curly-Coated Retriever dogs shed moderately.
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Belgian Sheepdog dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Smooth Collie or Curly-Coated Retriever or Belgian Sheepdog?
6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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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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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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Hypoallergenic
Smooth Collie vs Curly-Coated Retriever vs Belgian Sheepdog 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, Smooth Collie vs Curly-Coated Retriever vs Belgian Sheepdog?

Medium

The Smooth Collie has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Curly-Coated Retriever has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Belgian Sheepdog has an average 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.
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The Curly-Coated Retriever is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The Belgian Sheepdog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Smooth Collie vs Curly-Coated Retriever vs Belgian Sheepdog 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.
Curly-Coated Retriever dogs are generally with other pets.
Belgian Sheepdog dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Smooth Collie or Curly-Coated Retriever or Belgian Sheepdog? Which dog is more friendly?
Smooth Collie dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Curly-Coated Retriever dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Belgian Sheepdog dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Smooth Collie or Curly-Coated Retriever or Belgian Sheepdog?
Smooth Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Curly-Coated Retriever dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Belgian Sheepdog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Smooth Collie or Curly-Coated Retriever or Belgian Sheepdog?
Smooth Collie dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Curly-Coated Retriever dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Belgian Sheepdog dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Smooth Collie or Curly-Coated Retriever or Belgian Sheepdog?
Smooth Collie dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Curly-Coated Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Belgian Sheepdog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Smooth Collie vs Curly-Coated Retriever vs Belgian Sheepdog?
Yes
Smooth Collie dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Curly-Coated Retriever dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Belgian Sheepdog 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.
Yes
Curly-Coated Retriever is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
No
Belgian Sheepdog 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.
Curly-Coated Retrievers are usually recommended for elderly people.
Belgian Sheepdogs are usually recommended for elderly people.

Smooth Collie vs Curly-Coated Retriever vs Belgian Sheepdog As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog
Which one could be a service dog?

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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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Smooth Collie or Curly-Coated Retriever or Belgian Sheepdog? Which is better for autism?

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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Not really

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

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.

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 Curly-Coated Retriever vs Belgian Sheepdog?

Not really

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

Curly-Coated Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Not really

Belgian Sheepdog 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.

Smooth Collie vs Curly-Coated Retriever vs Belgian Sheepdog 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 Smooth Collie and Curly-Coated Retriever and Belgian Sheepdog have?
4-8 puppies 6-8 puppies 6-10 puppies

Smooth Collie vs Curly-Coated Retriever vs Belgian Sheepdog 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 1924 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1911 as a Herding breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section. Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
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

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