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Vizsla vs Blue Heeler vs Border Collie Comparison - Dog breed selector: Hungarian Pointer or Australian Cattle Dog or Sheepdog? Find the right dog for you

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Name Vizsla Blue Heeler Border Collie
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Other Names
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Hungarian Pointer
Hungarian Short-Haired Pointer
Magyar Vizsla
Rövidszőrű Magyar Vizsla
Hungarian Vizsla
Australian Cattle Dog
Cattle Dog
Queensland Heeler
Red Heeler
Sheepdog
Scotch Sheep Dog
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Vizsla vs Blue Heeler vs Border Collie breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Vizsla vs Blue Heeler vs Border Collie Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Vizsla or Blue Heeler or Border Collie? Which is the smallest dog, Vizsla or Blue Heeler or Border Collie?
Large Medium Large
Weight
Which is heavier, Vizsla or Blue Heeler or Blue Heeler? Vizsla vs Blue Heeler vs Border Collie weight comparison:
Male: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg) 30-62 pounds (13-28 kg) Male: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg), Female: 27-42 pounds (12-19 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg) 46 pounds (20.5 kg) Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Female: 34.5 pounds (15.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Vizsla or Blue Heeler or Border Collie? Vizsla vs Blue Heeler vs Border Collie height comparison:
Male: 22-26 inches (56-66 cm), Female: 20-24 inches (51-61 cm) Male: 17-20 inches (43-51 cm), Female: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm) Male: 19-22 inches (48-56 cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46-53 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 24 inches (61 cm), Female: 22 inches (56 cm) Male: 18.5 inches (47 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm) Male: 20.5 inches (52 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (49.5 cm)

Vizsla vs Blue Heeler vs Border Collie Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Vizsla or Blue Heeler or Border Collie? Which is more expensive?
$800-$1200 $400-$800 $600-$800
Availability
Which is easier to get, Vizsla or Blue Heeler or Border Collie?
Very frequent: The Vizsla is quite easy to get.
Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.
Very frequent: The Border Collie is quite easy to get.

Vizsla vs Blue Heeler vs Border Collie Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Vizsla vs Blue Heeler vs Border Collie intelligence:
Very smart: Vizsla is an excellent dog breed.
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Smart: The Blue Heeler dogs have great intelligence.
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Outstanding: Border Collie is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Trainability
Vizsla vs Blue Heeler vs Border Collie trainability comparison.
Vizsla dogs are easy to train.
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Blue Heeler dogs are easy to train.
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Border Collie dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Vizsla or Blue Heeler or Border Collie?
Vizsla dogs are average watchdogs.
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Blue Heeler dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Border Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Vizsla or Blue Heeler or Border Collie? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Vizsla dogs are average defenders.
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Blue Heeler dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Border Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Vizsla vs Blue Heeler vs Border Collie Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Vizsla or Blue Heeler or Border Collie? Vizsla vs Blue Heeler vs Border Collie behavior/temperament comparison:
Playful
Energetic
Protective
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Trainable
Companionable
Cheerful
Quiet
Easygoing
Willing
Evenly Tempered
Active
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Hard working
Resourceful
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Responsive
Loyal
Tenacious
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Sensitive: Vizsla dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Sensitive: Border Collie dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Vizsla vs Blue Heeler vs Border Collie?
High: Vizsla dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Slightly Below Average: Blue Heeler dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence.
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High: Border Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Vizsla vs Blue Heeler vs Border Collie social needs comparison:
Vizsla dogs are a social breed.
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Blue Heeler dogs are kinda antisocial.
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Border Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Vizsla dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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The wanderlust potential of the Blue Heeler is strong enough to escape from home.
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Border Collie dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Vizsla dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Blue Heeler dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Border 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.
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Vizsla vs Blue Heeler vs Border Collie Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Vizsla vs Blue Heeler vs Border Collie playfulness comparison:
The Vizsla is a highly playful breed.
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The Blue Heeler is a highly playful breed.
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The Border Collie is a highly playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Vizsla vs Blue Heeler vs Border Collie?
Average: The Vizsla barks occasionally.
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Low to Average: The Blue Heeler rarely barks.
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Low to Average: The Border Collie rarely barks.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Vizsla or Blue Heeler or Border Collie?
It is not recommended to keep the Vizsla breed in the home.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Blue Heeler breed.
It is not recommended to keep the Border Collie breed in the home.

Vizsla vs Blue Heeler vs Border Collie Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Vizsla vs Blue Heeler vs Border Collie Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Vizsla or Blue Heeler or Border Collie?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Vizsla bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Blue Heeler bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Border Collie bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Vizsla has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Blue Heeler has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Border Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Vizsla vs Blue Heeler vs Border Collie mouthiness comparison:
Vizsla dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Blue Heeler dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Border Collie dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Vizsla vs Blue Heeler vs Border Collie Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Vizsla vs Blue Heeler vs Border Collie health comparison. Which is the healthier: Vizsla vs Blue Heeler vs Border Collie?
The Vizsla is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Blue Heelers are commonly healthy dogs.
The Border Collie 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: Vizsla vs Blue Heeler vs Border Collie? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Vizsla vs Blue Heeler vs Border Collie health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Cancer
Epilepsy
Sebaceous Adenitis
No data available Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Collie Eye Anomaly
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Vizsla should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Rare
The Blue Heeler should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Average
The Border Collie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Vizsla vs Blue Heeler vs Border Collie lifespan comparison. How long do Vizsla, Blue Heeler and Border Collie breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
10-14 years
The average lifespan of Vizsla: 12 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Blue Heeler: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Border Collie: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Vizsla vs Blue Heeler vs Border Collie?
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Border Collie can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Vizsla vs Blue Heeler vs Border Collie Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Vizsla or Blue Heeler or Border Collie? Vizsla vs Blue Heeler vs Border Collie energy level comparison:
Vizsla dogs are high-energy dogs.
Blue Heeler dogs are high-energy dogs.
Border Collie dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Vizsla vs Blue Heeler vs Border Collie exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Vizsla or Blue Heeler or Border Collie? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Vizsla dogs need a lot of exercises.
Blue Heeler dogs need a lot of exercises.
Border Collie dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Vizsla or Blue Heeler or Border Collie?
Vizsla dogs don't need too much sleep.
Blue Heeler dogs don't need too much sleep.
Border Collie dogs don't need too much sleep.

Vizsla vs Blue Heeler vs Border Collie Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Vizsla or Blue Heeler or Border Collie?
2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1.5 to 2.5 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.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Vizsla vs Blue Heeler vs Border Collie weight gain potential comparison:
Low to Average: The Vizsla has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Blue Heeler's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average: The Border Collie has an average risk for obesity.
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Vizsla vs Blue Heeler vs Border Collie Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Vizsla vs Blue Heeler vs Border Collie coat comparison:
Fine
Dense
Hard
Coarse
Short
No Undercoat
Dense Dense
Feathered
Straight
Short
Moderately Long
Colors
What are the original Vizsla, Blue Heeler and Border Collie color?
Golden
Rust
Russet Gold
Dark Sandy Gold
Blue
Red speckled
Blue speckled
Blue Mottled
Red Mottled
Black
Tan
Red
Sable
Brindle
Lilac
Gold
Seal
White & Red
Slate
Sable Merle
Black & White
Tricolor
Blue merle
Blue merle-tricolor
Slate merle
Red merle
Saddleback Sable
White & Blue
White & Blue Merle
White & Red Merle
White Ticked
White & Gold
White & Sable
White & Seal
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Vizsla or Blue Heeler or Border Collie? Vizsla vs Blue Heeler vs Border Collie grooming comparison:
Effortless: The Vizsla requires minimal grooming.
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Effortless: The Blue Heeler requires minimal grooming.
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Average: The Border Collie requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Vizsla or Blue Heeler or Border Collie? Vizsla or Blue Heeler or {name3 shedding:
Vizsla dogs shed moderately.
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Blue Heeler dogs shed moderately.
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Border Collie dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Vizsla or Blue Heeler or Border Collie?
6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Hypoallergenic
Vizsla vs Blue Heeler vs Border Collie 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, Vizsla vs Blue Heeler vs Border Collie?

Medium

The Vizsla has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Blue Heeler has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Border Collie has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Vizsla is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Blue Heeler is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Border Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Vizsla vs Blue Heeler vs Border Collie Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Vizsla dogs are generally with other pets.
Blue Heeler dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Border Collie dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Vizsla or Blue Heeler or Border Collie? Which dog is more friendly?
Vizsla dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Blue Heeler dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Vizsla or Blue Heeler or Border Collie?
Vizsla dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Blue Heeler dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Border Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Vizsla or Blue Heeler or Border Collie?
Vizsla dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Blue Heeler dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Vizsla or Blue Heeler or Border Collie?
Vizsla dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Blue Heeler dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Vizsla vs Blue Heeler vs Border Collie?
Yes
Vizsla dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Blue Heeler dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Border Collie dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Vizsla is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Blue Heeler is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Border Collie is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Vizslas are usually recommended for elderly people.
Blue Heelers are not the best breed for elderly people.
Border Collies are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Vizsla vs Blue Heeler vs Border Collie 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.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Vizsla or Blue Heeler or Border Collie? 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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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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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.

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR)
Which one could be a search and rescue dog?

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.

Yes

This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: Vizsla vs Blue Heeler vs Border Collie?

Yes

Vizsla breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Not really

Blue Heeler breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Border Collie 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.

Vizsla vs Blue Heeler vs Border Collie 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 Vizsla and Blue Heeler and Border Collie have?
6-8 puppies 1-7 puppies 4-8 puppies

Vizsla vs Blue Heeler vs Border Collie Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1960 as a Sporting breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1995 as a Herding breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section. 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
No data available American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
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
The American Int. Border Collie Registry
The American Border Collie Association

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