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Weimaraner vs Border Collie vs Sprollie Comparison - Dog breed selector: Grey Ghost or Sheepdog or Sprollie? Find the right dog for you

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Name Weimaraner Border Collie Sprollie
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Weimaraner, Border Collie, and Sprollie breeds.
Grey Ghost
Weim
Weimaraner Vorstehhund
Sheepdog
Scotch Sheep Dog
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Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Weimaraner, Border Collie, and Sprollie? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Cross Breed

Weimaraner vs Border Collie vs Sprollie Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Weimaraner, Border Collie, and Sprollie. Which breed is the largest?
Large Large Large
Medium
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Weimaraner, Border Collie, and Sprollie? Compare adult weight ranges.
Male: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg), Female: 50-65 pounds (23-29 kg) Male: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg), Female: 27-42 pounds (12-19 kg) 50-70 pounds (23-32 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26 kg) Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Female: 34.5 pounds (15.5 kg) 60 pounds (27.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Weimaraner or Border Collie or Sprollie? Weimaraner vs Border Collie vs Sprollie height comparison:
Male: 24-24 inches (61-69 cm), Female: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm) Male: 19-22 inches (48-56 cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46-53 cm) 20-22 inches (51-56 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 24 inches (65 cm), Female: 23.5 inches (59.5 cm) Male: 20.5 inches (52 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (49.5 cm) 21 inches (53.5 cm)

Weimaraner vs Border Collie vs Sprollie Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Weimaraner, Border Collie, and Sprollie. Find price differences between these breeds.
$1500-$2000 $600-$800 $400-$600
Availability
Which is easier to get, Weimaraner or Border Collie or Sprollie?
Very frequent: The Weimaraner is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Border Collie is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Sprollie is quite easy to get.

Weimaraner vs Border Collie vs Sprollie Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Weimaraner, Border Collie, and Sprollie. Which breed ranks highest?
Very smart: Weimaraner is an excellent dog breed.
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Outstanding: Border Collie is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Outstanding: Sprollie is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Weimaraner, Border Collie, and Sprollie. Which is easiest to train?
Weimaraner dogs are easy to train.
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Border Collie dogs are easy to train.
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Sprollie dogs are very easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Weimaraner, Border Collie, and Sprollie. Which breed is most alert?
Weimaraner dogs are average watchdogs.
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Border Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Sprollie dogs are good watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Weimaraner, Border Collie, and Sprollie. Which breed is most protective?
Weimaraner dogs are average defenders.
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Border Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Sprollie dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Weimaraner vs Border Collie vs Sprollie Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Weimaraner, Border Collie, and Sprollie? Compare temperaments.
Stubborn
Aloof
Energetic
Alert
Powerful
Intelligent
Social
Steady
Fast
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Responsive
Loyal
Tenacious
Playful
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Docile
Affectionate
Obedient
Loyal
Gentle
Social
Elegant
Cheerful
Hard working
Herding
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Sensitive: Weimaraner dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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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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Sensitive: Sprollie 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: Weimaraner vs Border Collie vs Sprollie?
High: Weimaraner dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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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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High: Sprollie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Weimaraner vs Border Collie vs Sprollie social needs comparison:
Weimaraner dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Border Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Sprollie dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Weimaraner dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Border Collie dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Sprollie dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Weimaraner dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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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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Sprollie dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Weimaraner vs Border Collie vs Sprollie Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Weimaraner, Border Collie, and Sprollie. Which breed is most vocal?
Average to High: The Weimaraner is a vocal breed.
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Low to Average: The Border Collie rarely barks.
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Average: The Sprollie barks occasionally.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Weimaraner, Border Collie, and Sprollie. Which breed is most playful?
The Weimaraner is a highly playful breed.
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The Border Collie is a highly playful breed.
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The Sprollie is a highly playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Weimaraner, Border Collie, and Sprollie. Which adapts best to small spaces?
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Weimaraner breed.
It is not recommended to keep the Border Collie breed in the home.
Apartment-friendly dog the Sprollie breed.

Weimaraner vs Border Collie vs Sprollie Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Weimaraner, Border Collie, and Sprollie. Which breed is most flexible?
Weimaraner dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Border Collie dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Sprollie dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Weimaraner or Border Collie or Sprollie?
Weimaraner dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Border Collie dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Sprollie dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Weimaraner vs Border Collie vs Sprollie Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Weimaraner, Border Collie, and Sprollie. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The Weimaraner has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Border Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Sprollie has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Weimaraner, Border Collie, and Sprollie. Which uses mouth most during play?
Weimaraner 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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Sprollie dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Weimaraner, Border Collie, and Sprollie. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Weimaraner bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Border Collie bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Sprollie bite force: Ordinary.

Weimaraner vs Border Collie vs Sprollie Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Weimaraner, Border Collie, and Sprollie. Which breed lives longest?
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Weimaraner: 11 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Border Collie: 13 years
14-16 years
The average lifespan of Sprollie: 15 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Weimaraner, Border Collie, and Sprollie. Which handles climate changes best?
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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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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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Weimaraner, Border Collie, and Sprollie. Which has fewer health issues?
Weimaraners tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.
The Border Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Sprollies are commonly healthy dogs.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Frequent
The Weimaraner should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Average
The Border Collie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Rare
The Sprollie should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Weimaraner vs Border Collie vs Sprollie? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Weimaraner vs Border Collie vs Sprollie health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Bloat
Entropion
Drug Sensitivity
Ectropion
Distichiasis
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Collie Eye Anomaly
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Drug Sensitivity
Ear Infections
Ectropion
Retinal Dysplasia
Collie Eye Anomaly
Phosphofructokinase deficiency (Tarui disease, PFK)
Gray Collie Syndrome

Weimaraner vs Border Collie vs Sprollie Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Weimaraner, Border Collie, and Sprollie. Which breed is most active?
Weimaraner dogs are high-energy dogs.
Border Collie dogs are high-energy dogs.
Sprollie dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Weimaraner vs Border Collie vs Sprollie exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Weimaraner or Border Collie or Sprollie? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Weimaraner dogs need a lot of exercises.
Border Collie dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sprollie dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Weimaraner or Border Collie or Sprollie?
Weimaraner dogs don't need too much sleep.
Border Collie dogs don't need too much sleep.
Sprollie dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.

Weimaraner vs Border Collie vs Sprollie Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Weimaraner, Border Collie, and Sprollie. Which is most prone to obesity?
Low to Average: The Weimaraner has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Border Collie has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Sprollie has an average risk for obesity.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Weimaraner, Border Collie, and Sprollie. Which needs most food?
2.5 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. 3 to 4.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

Weimaraner vs Border Collie vs Sprollie Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Weimaraner, Border Collie, and Sprollie. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Weimaraner, Border Collie, and Sprollie. What colors are available?
Gray
Blue
Silver
Copper
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
Black
Tan
White
Sable
Liver
Merle
Black & White & Tan
Blue & Merle
Blue & Merle & White
Sable & White
White & Merle
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Weimaraner, Border Collie, and Sprollie. Which requires most maintenance?
Effortless: The Weimaraner requires minimal grooming.
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Average: The Border Collie requires average grooming effort.
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Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Weimaraner, Border Collie, and Sprollie. Which drools least?
The Weimaraner drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed.
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The Border Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Sprollie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Weimaraner, Border Collie, and Sprollie. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The Weimaraner has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Border Collie has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Sprollie has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Weimaraner, Border Collie, and Sprollie. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Fine Dense
Feathered
Straight
Short
Moderately Long
Rough
Feathered
Soft
Thick
Straight
Harsh
Furry
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Weimaraner, Border Collie, and Sprollie. Which requires most frequent baths?
3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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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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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Weimaraner or Border Collie or Sprollie? Weimaraner or Border Collie or {name3 shedding:
Weimaraner dogs shed moderately.
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Border Collie dogs shed moderately.
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Sprollie dogs shed above average.
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Weimaraner vs Border Collie vs Sprollie Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Weimaraner, Border Collie, and Sprollie. Which is best with kids?
Weimaraner dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Border Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Sprollie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Weimaraner dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Border Collie dogs are generally with other pets.
Sprollie dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Weimaraner or Border Collie or Sprollie? Which dog is more friendly?
Weimaraner dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Sprollie dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Weimaraner or Border Collie or Sprollie?
Weimaraner dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Sprollie dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Weimaraner or Border Collie or Sprollie?
Weimaraner dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Sprollie dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Weimaraner vs Border Collie vs Sprollie?
Yes
Weimaraner 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.
Yes
Sprollie dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Weimaraner is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Border Collie is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Sprollie is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Weimaraners are not the best breed for elderly people.
Border Collies are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Sprollies are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Weimaraner vs Border Collie vs Sprollie As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Weimaraner, Border Collie, and Sprollie. Which is best suited for service work?

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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Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Weimaraner, Border Collie, and Sprollie. Which excels in therapy work?

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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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Weimaraner, Border Collie, and Sprollie. Which has best nose work ability?

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.

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
Search & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Weimaraner, Border Collie, and Sprollie. Which is best for SAR work?

Yes

This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.

Yes

This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.

Yes

This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Weimaraner, Border Collie, and Sprollie. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

Weimaraner 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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Not really

Sprollie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Weimaraner, Border Collie, and Sprollie. Which is best for draft work?

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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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Weimaraner, Border Collie, and Sprollie. 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.

Weimaraner vs Border Collie vs Sprollie Reproducibility Comparison

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

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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Weimaraner vs Border Collie vs Sprollie Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Weimaraner, Border Collie, and Sprollie. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1943 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1995 as a Herding breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Weimaraner, Border Collie, and Sprollie. How are they classified internationally?
Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section. Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Weimaraner, Border Collie, and Sprollie. 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
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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