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Name	Smooth Collie	Mudi	Berger Picard
Origins	Scotland	Hungary	France
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Working Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Smooth Collie, Mudi, and Berger Picard breeds.	Short-Haired Collie	Canis Ovilis Fenyesi Hungarian Mudi	Picardy Sheepdog Picardy Shepherd Berger de Picardie
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Smooth Collie, Mudi, and Berger Picard? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Smooth Collie vs Mudi vs Berger Picard Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Smooth Collie, Mudi, and Berger Picard. Which breed is the largest?	Large	Medium	Large
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Smooth Collie, Mudi, and Berger Picard? Compare adult weight ranges.	Male: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg), Female: 53-65 pounds (24-29 kg)	18-29 pounds (8-13 kg)	51–71 lb (23–32 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26 kg)	23.5 pounds (10.5 kg)	61 lb (27.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Smooth Collie or Mudi or Berger Picard? Smooth Collie vs Mudi vs Berger Picard height comparison:	Male: 24–26 inch (60–66 cm), Female: 22–24 inch (55–61 cm)	15-19 inches (38-48 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)	17 inches (43 cm)	Male: 25 inches (63.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm)

Smooth Collie vs Mudi vs Berger Picard Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Smooth Collie, Mudi, and Berger Picard. Find price differences between these breeds.	$400-$600	$800-$1000	$2000-$2500
Availability Which is easier to get, Smooth Collie or Mudi or Berger Picard?	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 Berger Picard is easier than average to get.

Smooth Collie vs Mudi vs Berger Picard Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Smooth Collie, Mudi, and Berger Picard. Which breed ranks highest?	Very smart: Smooth Collie is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Smart: The Mudi dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between Smooth Collie, Mudi, and Berger Picard. Which is easiest to train?	Smooth Collie dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Mudi dogs are easy to train. See more.	Berger Picard dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Smooth Collie, Mudi, and Berger Picard. Which breed is most alert?	Smooth Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Mudi dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Berger Picard dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Smooth Collie, Mudi, and Berger Picard. Which breed is most protective?	Smooth Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Mudi dogs are average defenders. See more.	Berger Picard dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Smooth Collie vs Mudi vs Berger Picard Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Smooth Collie, Mudi, and Berger Picard? Compare temperaments.	Protective Intelligent Friendly Responsive Loyal Gentle Social	Loving Energetic Alert Courageous Intelligent Lively Gentle Watchful Companionable Adaptable Guarding Keen to Work	Stubborn Energetic Intelligent Lively Assertive Mellow
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.	Mudi dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Sensitive: Berger Picard 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 Mudi vs Berger Picard?	High: Smooth Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Mudi dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Berger Picard dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Smooth Collie vs Mudi vs Berger Picard social needs comparison:	Smooth Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Mudi dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Berger Picard dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Smooth Collie dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Mudi dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Berger Picard dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. 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.	Their prey drive is low. See more.	Berger Picard 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.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Smooth Collie vs Mudi vs Berger Picard Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Smooth Collie, Mudi, and Berger Picard. Which breed is most vocal?	Average to High: The Smooth Collie is a vocal breed. See more.	Average: The Mudi barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Berger Picard barks occasionally. See more.
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Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Smooth Collie, Mudi, and Berger Picard. Which breed is most playful?	The Smooth Collie is a playful breed. See more.	Average: Mudis, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Berger Picard is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Smooth Collie, Mudi, and Berger Picard. Which adapts best to small spaces?	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 Mudi indoors.	It is not recommended to keep the Berger Picard breed in the home.
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Smooth Collie vs Mudi vs Berger Picard Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between Smooth Collie, Mudi, and Berger Picard. Which breed is most flexible?	Smooth Collie dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Mudi dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Berger Picard dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Smooth Collie or Mudi or Berger Picard?	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.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Smooth Collie vs Mudi vs Berger Picard Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Compare biting potential between Smooth Collie, Mudi, and Berger Picard. Which has lowest bite risk?	Low 🔽 The Smooth Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Mudi has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Berger Picard has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Compare mouthing tendencies between Smooth Collie, Mudi, and Berger Picard. Which uses mouth most during play?	Smooth Collie dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Mudi dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Berger Picard dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Compare bite forces between Smooth Collie, Mudi, and Berger Picard. Which has the strongest bite?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Smooth Collie bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Mudi bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Berger Picard bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Smooth Collie vs Mudi vs Berger Picard Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Smooth Collie, Mudi, and Berger Picard. Which breed lives longest?	14-16 years The average lifespan of Smooth Collie: 15 years	13-15 years The average lifespan of Mudi: 14 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Berger Picard: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Smooth Collie, Mudi, and Berger Picard. Which handles climate changes best?	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 Berger Picard can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in Smooth Collie, Mudi, and Berger Picard. Which has fewer health issues?	The Smooth Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Mudis are commonly healthy dogs.	Berger Picards tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
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Vet Care Frequency 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 Mudi should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Frequent The Berger Picard should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Smooth Collie vs Mudi vs Berger Picard? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Smooth Collie vs Mudi vs Berger Picard health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Drug Sensitivity Collie Eye Anomaly Gray Collie Syndrome	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Epilepsy Elbow Dysplasia	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Retinal Dysplasia Eye Infections

Smooth Collie vs Mudi vs Berger Picard Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between Smooth Collie, Mudi, and Berger Picard. Which breed is most active?	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.	Mudi dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Berger Picard dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Smooth Collie vs Mudi vs Berger Picard exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Smooth Collie or Mudi or Berger Picard? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Smooth Collie dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Mudi dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Berger Picard dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Smooth Collie or Mudi or Berger Picard?	Smooth Collie dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Mudi dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Berger Picard dogs don't need too much sleep.
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Smooth Collie vs Mudi vs Berger Picard Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Smooth Collie, Mudi, and Berger Picard. Which is most prone to obesity?	Average: The Smooth Collie has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Mudi has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Berger Picard has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Smooth Collie, Mudi, and Berger Picard. Which needs most food?	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1 to 1.5 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.
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Smooth Collie vs Mudi vs Berger Picard Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Smooth Collie, Mudi, and Berger Picard. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Coat Colors Compare color variations between Smooth Collie, Mudi, and Berger Picard. What colors are available?	White Sable Merle Black & White & Tan Blue & Merle Blue & Merle & White Sable & White White & Merle	Black Gray White Brown Fawn Blue-Grey Black Merle Ash coloured (blue grey)	Gray Fawn Brindle
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Smooth Collie, Mudi, and Berger Picard. Which requires most maintenance?	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Average: The Mudi requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Berger Picard requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Smooth Collie, Mudi, and Berger Picard. Which drools least?	The Smooth Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Mudi is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Berger Picard is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Smooth Collie, Mudi, and Berger Picard. Which has least natural smell?	Medium ⏺ The Smooth Collie has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Mudi has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Berger Picard has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Smooth Collie, Mudi, and Berger Picard. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Dense Thick Flat	Dense Curly Wavy Shiny Short	Wiry Waterproof Double
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Smooth Collie, Mudi, and Berger Picard. Which requires most frequent baths?	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.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Smooth Collie or Mudi or Berger Picard? Smooth Collie or Mudi or {name3 shedding:	Smooth Collie dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Mudi dogs shed moderately. See more.	Berger Picard dogs shed moderately. See more.
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Smooth Collie vs Mudi vs Berger Picard Good With Comparison

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

Smooth Collie vs Mudi vs Berger Picard As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Smooth Collie, Mudi, and Berger Picard. Which is best suited for service work?	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 Work Suitability Compare therapy dog potential between Smooth Collie, Mudi, and Berger Picard. Which excels in therapy work?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between Smooth Collie, Mudi, and Berger Picard. Which has best nose work ability?	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.	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 Smooth Collie, Mudi, and Berger Picard. Which is best for SAR work?	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.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability Compare boating aptitude between Smooth Collie, Mudi, and Berger Picard. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really Smooth Collie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Mudi breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Berger Picard breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Smooth Collie, Mudi, and Berger Picard. Which is best for draft work?	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.
Military Service Background Compare military service history of Smooth Collie, Mudi, and Berger Picard. 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.

Smooth Collie vs Mudi vs Berger Picard Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Smooth Collie, Mudi, and Berger Picard. Which has most puppies?	4-8 puppies	5-8 puppies	2-10 puppies, average 6
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Smooth Collie, Mudi, and Berger Picard. Any breeding differences?	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding intervals between Smooth Collie, Mudi, and Berger Picard. What's recommended?	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.

Smooth Collie vs Mudi vs Berger Picard Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Smooth Collie, Mudi, and Berger Picard. How are they classified?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club as a Miscellaneous breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2015 as a Herding breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Smooth Collie, Mudi, and Berger Picard. How are they classified internationally?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Smooth Collie, Mudi, and Berger Picard. Which has most recognition?	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 Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club United Kennel Club

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