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Name	Smooth Collie	Goldendoodle	Beauceron
Origins	Scotland	United States Canada	France
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Companion Dogs	Working Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Short-Haired Collie	Curly Retriever Goldenpoo Curly Golden	Bas-Rouge Beauce Shepherd French Shorthaired Shepherd Berger De Beauce
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Smooth Collie vs Goldendoodle vs Beauceron breed type comparison:	Purebred	Cross Breed	Purebred

Smooth Collie vs Goldendoodle vs Beauceron Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Smooth Collie or Goldendoodle or Beauceron? Which is the smallest dog, Smooth Collie or Goldendoodle or Beauceron?	Large	Large	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Smooth Collie or Goldendoodle or Goldendoodle? Smooth Collie vs Goldendoodle vs Beauceron weight comparison:	Male: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg), Female: 53-65 pounds (24-29 kg)	Miniature: 15-30 pounds (7-14 kg)Standard: 45-100 pounds (20-45 kg), Medium: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg)	110 pounds (50 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26 kg)	Miniature: 22.5 pounds (10.5 kg)Standard: 72.5 pounds (32.5 kg), Medium: 37.5 pounds (17 kg)	110 pounds (50 kg)
Height Which is taller, Smooth Collie or Goldendoodle or Beauceron? Smooth Collie vs Goldendoodle vs Beauceron height comparison:	Male: 24–26 inch (60–66 cm), Female: 22–24 inch (55–61 cm)	13-24 inches (33-61 cm)	24-27.5 inches (32-70 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm)	18.5 inches (47 cm)	24-27.5 inches (51 cm)

Smooth Collie vs Goldendoodle vs Beauceron Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Smooth Collie or Goldendoodle or Beauceron? Which is more expensive?	$400-$600	$600-$800	$1200-$1500
Availability Which is easier to get, Smooth Collie or Goldendoodle or Beauceron?	Average: The Smooth Collie is a commonly available dog breed.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Frequent: The Beauceron is easier than average to get.

Smooth Collie vs Goldendoodle vs Beauceron Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Smooth Collie vs Goldendoodle vs Beauceron intelligence:	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.	Smart: The Beauceron dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Trainability Smooth Collie vs Goldendoodle vs Beauceron trainability comparison.	Smooth Collie dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs are very easy to train. See more.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Smooth Collie or Goldendoodle or Beauceron?	Smooth Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Beauceron dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Smooth Collie or Goldendoodle or Beauceron? 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.	Goldendoodle dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.	Beauceron dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Smooth Collie vs Goldendoodle vs Beauceron Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Smooth Collie or Goldendoodle or Beauceron? Smooth Collie vs Goldendoodle vs Beauceron behavior/temperament comparison:	Protective Intelligent Friendly Responsive Loyal Gentle Social	Energetic Intelligent Friendly Trainable	Loving Protective Courageous Loyal Obedient
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.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Smooth Collie vs Goldendoodle vs Beauceron?	High: Smooth Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Goldendoodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Beauceron dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Smooth Collie vs Goldendoodle vs Beauceron social needs comparison:	Smooth Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Beauceron dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Smooth Collie dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Beauceron 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.	Goldendoodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Beauceron 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 Goldendoodle vs Beauceron Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Smooth Collie vs Goldendoodle vs Beauceron playfulness comparison:	The Smooth Collie is a playful breed. See more.	The Goldendoodle is a playful breed. See more.	The Beauceron is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Smooth Collie vs Goldendoodle vs Beauceron?	Average to High: The Smooth Collie is a vocal breed. See more.	Average: The Goldendoodle barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Beauceron 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 Goldendoodle or Beauceron?	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 Goldendoodle breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Beauceron breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Smooth Collie vs Goldendoodle vs Beauceron 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.	Goldendoodle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Beauceron dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Smooth Collie or Goldendoodle or Beauceron?	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.	Beauceron 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 Goldendoodle vs Beauceron Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Smooth Collie vs Goldendoodle vs Beauceron Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Smooth Collie vs Goldendoodle vs Beauceron health comparison. Which is the healthier: Smooth Collie vs Goldendoodle vs Beauceron?	The Smooth Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Goldendoodles are commonly healthy dogs.	Beaucerons tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Smooth Collie vs Goldendoodle vs Beauceron? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Smooth Collie vs Goldendoodle vs Beauceron health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Drug Sensitivity Collie Eye Anomaly Gray Collie Syndrome	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Addison's Disease Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis	No data available
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.	Rare The Goldendoodle should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Frequent The Beauceron should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Life Expectancy Smooth Collie vs Goldendoodle vs Beauceron lifespan comparison. How long do Smooth Collie, Goldendoodle and Beauceron breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	14-16 years The average lifespan of Smooth Collie: 15 years	9-15 years The average lifespan of Goldendoodle: 12 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Beauceron: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Smooth Collie vs Goldendoodle vs Beauceron?	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.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Beauceron can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Smooth Collie vs Goldendoodle vs Beauceron Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Smooth Collie or Goldendoodle or Beauceron? Smooth Collie vs Goldendoodle vs Beauceron 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.	Goldendoodle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Beauceron dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Smooth Collie vs Goldendoodle vs Beauceron exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Smooth Collie or Goldendoodle or Beauceron? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Smooth Collie dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Goldendoodle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Beauceron dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Smooth Collie or Goldendoodle or Beauceron?	Smooth Collie dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Goldendoodle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Beauceron dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Smooth Collie vs Goldendoodle vs Beauceron Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Smooth Collie or Goldendoodle or Beauceron?	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.	6 to 8 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 Goldendoodle vs Beauceron weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Smooth Collie has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Goldendoodle has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Beauceron's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Smooth Collie vs Goldendoodle vs Beauceron Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Smooth Collie vs Goldendoodle vs Beauceron coat comparison:	Dense Thick Flat	Curly Wavy Smooth Straight	Dense
Colors What are the original Smooth Collie, Goldendoodle and Beauceron color?	White Sable Merle Black & White & Tan Blue & Merle Blue & Merle & White Sable & White White & Merle	Black Gray Red White Brown Yellow	Black Gray Tan Rust
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Smooth Collie or Goldendoodle or Beauceron? Smooth Collie vs Goldendoodle vs Beauceron grooming comparison:	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Easy to groom: The Beauceron doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Smooth Collie or Goldendoodle or Beauceron? Smooth Collie or Goldendoodle or {name3 shedding:	Smooth Collie dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs shed moderately. See more.	Beauceron 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 Goldendoodle or Beauceron?	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. 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.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Smooth Collie vs Goldendoodle vs Beauceron 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 Goldendoodle vs Beauceron?	Medium ⏺ The Smooth Collie has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Goldendoodle has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Beauceron 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. See more.	The Goldendoodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Beauceron is an average drooler. See more.

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

Smooth Collie vs Goldendoodle vs Beauceron 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.	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: Smooth Collie or Goldendoodle or Beauceron? 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.	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?	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.	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: Smooth Collie vs Goldendoodle vs Beauceron?	Not really Smooth Collie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Goldendoodle breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Beauceron 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.

Smooth Collie vs Goldendoodle vs Beauceron 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 Goldendoodle and Beauceron have?	4-8 puppies	4-8 puppies	6-7 puppies
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Smooth Collie vs Goldendoodle vs Beauceron Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Herding breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2007 as a Herding breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry 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 Hybrid Club Designer Breed Registry Designer Dogs Kennel Club International Designer Canine Registry	No data available

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