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Name	Tibetan Terrier	Bearded Collie	Schapendoes
Origins	Tibet	Scotland	Netherlands
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Group	Companion Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Working Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Dokhi Apso Tsang Apso	Argle Bargle Beardie Mountain Collie Highland Collie	Nederlandse Schapendoes Dutch Schapendoes
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Tibetan Terrier vs Bearded Collie vs Schapendoes breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Tibetan Terrier vs Bearded Collie vs Schapendoes Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Tibetan Terrier or Bearded Collie or Schapendoes? Which is the smallest dog, Tibetan Terrier or Bearded Collie or Schapendoes?	Medium	Large Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Tibetan Terrier or Bearded Collie or Bearded Collie? Tibetan Terrier vs Bearded Collie vs Schapendoes weight comparison:	18-30 pounds (8.2-13.6 kg)	40-60 pounds (18-27 kg)	26-55 pounds (12-25 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	24 pounds (8.2-13.6 kg)	50 pounds (22.5 kg)	40.5 pounds (18.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Tibetan Terrier or Bearded Collie or Schapendoes? Tibetan Terrier vs Bearded Collie vs Schapendoes height comparison:	14-17 inches (36-43 cm)	20-22 inches (51-56 cm)	15-19 inches (40-50 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	15.5 inches (39.5 cm)	21 inches (53.5 cm)	17 inches (45 cm)

Tibetan Terrier vs Bearded Collie vs Schapendoes Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Tibetan Terrier or Bearded Collie or Schapendoes? Which is more expensive?	$1200-$2000	$1200-$1400	$500-$700
Availability Which is easier to get, Tibetan Terrier or Bearded Collie or Schapendoes?	Frequent: The Tibetan Terrier is easier than average to get.	Frequent: The Bearded Collie is easier than average to get.	Average: The Schapendoes is a commonly available dog breed.

Tibetan Terrier vs Bearded Collie vs Schapendoes Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Tibetan Terrier vs Bearded Collie vs Schapendoes intelligence:	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Smart: The Bearded Collie 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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Trainability Tibetan Terrier vs Bearded Collie vs Schapendoes trainability comparison.	Tibetan Terrier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Bearded Collie dogs are easy to train. See more.	Schapendoes dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Tibetan Terrier or Bearded Collie or Schapendoes?	Tibetan Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Bearded Collie dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Schapendoes dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Tibetan Terrier or Bearded Collie or Schapendoes? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Tibetan Terrier dogs are average defenders. See more.	Bearded Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Schapendoes dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Tibetan Terrier vs Bearded Collie vs Schapendoes Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Tibetan Terrier or Bearded Collie or Schapendoes? Tibetan Terrier vs Bearded Collie vs Schapendoes behavior/temperament comparison:	Energetic Sensitive Intelligent Affectionate Gentle Reserved Amiable	Active Alert Intelligent Confident Lively Assertive	Courageous Intelligent Friendly Lively Attentive Watchful
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	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.	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: Tibetan Terrier vs Bearded Collie vs Schapendoes?	High: Tibetan Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Bearded Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Schapendoes dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Tibetan Terrier vs Bearded Collie vs Schapendoes social needs comparison:	Tibetan Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.	Bearded Collie dogs are a social breed. See more.	Schapendoes dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Tibetan Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Bearded Collie dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Schapendoes 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?	Tibetan Terrier dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Bearded Collie 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.	Schapendoes 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

Tibetan Terrier vs Bearded Collie vs Schapendoes Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Tibetan Terrier vs Bearded Collie vs Schapendoes playfulness comparison:	The Tibetan Terrier is a playful breed. See more.	The Bearded Collie is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Schapendoes is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Tibetan Terrier vs Bearded Collie vs Schapendoes?	Low to Average: The Tibetan Terrier rarely barks. See more.	Average to High: The Bearded Collie is a vocal breed. See more.	Low to Average: The Schapendoes rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Tibetan Terrier or Bearded Collie or Schapendoes?	Very house-friendly dog the Tibetan Terrier breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Bearded Collie breed in the home.	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 Schapendoes indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Tibetan Terrier vs Bearded Collie vs Schapendoes Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Tibetan Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Bearded Collie dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Schapendoes dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Tibetan Terrier or Bearded Collie or Schapendoes?	Tibetan Terrier 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.	Bearded Collie 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.	Schapendoes 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.

Tibetan Terrier vs Bearded Collie vs Schapendoes Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Tibetan Terrier vs Bearded Collie vs Schapendoes Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Tibetan Terrier vs Bearded Collie vs Schapendoes health comparison. Which is the healthier: Tibetan Terrier vs Bearded Collie vs Schapendoes?	The Tibetan Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Bearded Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Schapendoess tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Tibetan Terrier vs Bearded Collie vs Schapendoes? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Tibetan Terrier vs Bearded Collie vs Schapendoes health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Hyperthyroidism Distichiasis Lens Luxation	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Arthritis Addison's Disease Eye Diseases	No data available
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Tibetan Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Bearded Collie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Schapendoes should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Life Expectancy Tibetan Terrier vs Bearded Collie vs Schapendoes lifespan comparison. How long do Tibetan Terrier, Bearded Collie and Schapendoes breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Tibetan Terrier: 13 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Bearded Collie: 13 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Schapendoes: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Tibetan Terrier vs Bearded Collie vs Schapendoes?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Tibetan Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Bearded Collie can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. 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.

Tibetan Terrier vs Bearded Collie vs Schapendoes Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Tibetan Terrier or Bearded Collie or Schapendoes? Tibetan Terrier vs Bearded Collie vs Schapendoes energy level comparison:	Tibetan Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.	Bearded Collie dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Schapendoes dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Tibetan Terrier vs Bearded Collie vs Schapendoes exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Tibetan Terrier or Bearded Collie or Schapendoes? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Tibetan Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Bearded Collie dogs have an average exercise need.	Schapendoes dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Tibetan Terrier or Bearded Collie or Schapendoes?	Tibetan Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.	Bearded Collie dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Schapendoes dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
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Tibetan Terrier vs Bearded Collie vs Schapendoes Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Tibetan Terrier or Bearded Collie or Schapendoes?	Recommended daily amount: 1 1/8 to 1 3/8 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.	1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
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Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Tibetan Terrier vs Bearded Collie vs Schapendoes weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Tibetan Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Bearded Collie's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	High: The Schapendoes breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
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Tibetan Terrier vs Bearded Collie vs Schapendoes Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Tibetan Terrier vs Bearded Collie vs Schapendoes coat comparison:	Thick Smooth	Feathered	Thick
Colors What are the original Tibetan Terrier, Bearded Collie and Schapendoes color?	Black Gray White Silver	Black Blue Brown Fawn	Black Gray Blue White Brown Tricolor
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Tibetan Terrier or Bearded Collie or Schapendoes? Tibetan Terrier vs Bearded Collie vs Schapendoes 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 Schapendoes doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Tibetan Terrier or Bearded Collie or Schapendoes? Tibetan Terrier or Bearded Collie or {name3 shedding:	Tibetan Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Bearded Collie dogs shed above average. See more.	Schapendoes 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: Tibetan Terrier or Bearded Collie or Schapendoes?	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Tibetan Terrier vs Bearded Collie vs Schapendoes hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Tibetan Terrier vs Bearded Collie vs Schapendoes?	Medium ⏺ The Tibetan Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Bearded Collie has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Schapendoes has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Tibetan Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Bearded Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Schapendoes is an average drooler. See more.

Tibetan Terrier vs Bearded Collie vs Schapendoes Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Tibetan Terrier dogs are generally with other pets.	Bearded Collie dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Schapendoes dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Tibetan Terrier or Bearded Collie or Schapendoes? Which dog is more friendly?	Tibetan Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Bearded Collie dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Schapendoes dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
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Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Tibetan Terrier or Bearded Collie or Schapendoes?	Tibetan Terrier dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Bearded Collie dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Schapendoes dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Tibetan Terrier or Bearded Collie or Schapendoes?	Tibetan Terrier dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Bearded Collie dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Schapendoes dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Tibetan Terrier or Bearded Collie or Schapendoes?	Tibetan Terrier dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Bearded Collie dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Schapendoes dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Tibetan Terrier vs Bearded Collie vs Schapendoes?	Yes Tibetan Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Bearded Collie dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Schapendoes dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Tibetan Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Bearded Collie is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Schapendoes is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Tibetan Terriers are commonly okay with elderly people.	Bearded Collies are usually recommended for elderly people.	Schapendoess are usually recommended for elderly people.

Tibetan Terrier vs Bearded Collie vs Schapendoes As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	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.	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: Tibetan Terrier or Bearded Collie or Schapendoes? Which is better for autism?	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.	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?	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.	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: Tibetan Terrier vs Bearded Collie vs Schapendoes?	Not really Tibetan Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Bearded Collie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Schapendoes 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.

Tibetan Terrier vs Bearded Collie vs Schapendoes 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 Tibetan Terrier and Bearded Collie and Schapendoes have?	4-6 puppies	4-12 puppies	4-6 puppies
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Tibetan Terrier vs Bearded Collie vs Schapendoes Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1973 as a Non-Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1976 as a Herding breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Tibetan breeds section.	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.
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	No data available	No data available

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