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Name	Welsh Sheepdog	Scotch Collie	English Shepherd
Origins	Wales	Scotland	England
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Working Dogs
Popularity Rank	427	500	298
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Welsh Collie	Old Farm Collie Scottish Collie Farm Collie	Farm Collie
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Welsh Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie vs English Shepherd breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Welsh Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie vs English Shepherd Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Welsh Sheepdog or Scotch Collie or English Shepherd? Which is the smallest dog, Welsh Sheepdog or Scotch Collie or English Shepherd?	Medium	Large	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Welsh Sheepdog or Scotch Collie or Scotch Collie? Welsh Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie vs English Shepherd weight comparison:	Male: 15-35 pounds (7-16 kg), Female: 13-33 pounds (6-15 kg)	Male: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg)	Male: 45-60 pounds (21-28 kg), Female: 40-50 pounds (18-23 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 25 pounds (11.5 kg), Female: 23 pounds (10.5 kg)	Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg)	Male: 52.5 pounds (24.5 kg), Female: 45 pounds (20.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Welsh Sheepdog or Scotch Collie or English Shepherd? Welsh Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie vs English Shepherd height comparison:	Male: 16-19 inches (41-47 cm), Female : 14-17 inches (38-44 cm)	Male: 21-24 inches (53-61 cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm)	18-23 inches (46-58 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 17.5 inches (44 cm), Female : 15.5 inches (41 cm)	Male: 22.5 inches (57 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)	20.5 inches (52 cm)

Welsh Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie vs English Shepherd Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Welsh Sheepdog or Scotch Collie or English Shepherd? Which is more expensive?	Unknown	$700-$900	$800-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Welsh Sheepdog or Scotch Collie or English Shepherd?	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Average: The English Shepherd is a commonly available dog breed.

Welsh Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie vs English Shepherd Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Welsh Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie vs English Shepherd intelligence:	Very smart: Welsh Sheepdog is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Smart: The Scotch 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 Welsh Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie vs English Shepherd trainability comparison.	Welsh Sheepdog dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Scotch Collie dogs are very easy to train. See more.	English Shepherd dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Welsh Sheepdog or Scotch Collie or English Shepherd?	Welsh Sheepdog dogs are not the best watchdogs. See more.	Scotch Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	English Shepherd dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Welsh Sheepdog or Scotch Collie or English Shepherd? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Welsh Sheepdog dogs are average defenders. See more.	Scotch Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	English Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Welsh Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie vs English Shepherd Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Welsh Sheepdog or Scotch Collie or English Shepherd? Welsh Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie vs English Shepherd behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Energetic Intelligent	Protective Intelligent Friendly Responsive Loyal Gentle Social	Playful Independent Energetic Alert Courageous Intelligent Friendly Responsive Adaptable
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Welsh Sheepdog dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Scotch Collie dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Sensitive: English Shepherd 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: Welsh Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie vs English Shepherd?	Average to High: Welsh Sheepdog dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Scotch Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: English Shepherd dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Welsh Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie vs English Shepherd social needs comparison:	Welsh Sheepdog dogs are a social breed. See more.	Scotch Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	English Shepherd dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Welsh Sheepdog is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Scotch Collie dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	English Shepherd dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Welsh Sheepdog dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Scotch Collie dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	English Shepherd 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

Welsh Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie vs English Shepherd Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Welsh Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie vs English Shepherd playfulness comparison:	The Welsh Sheepdog is a playful breed. See more.	The Scotch Collie is a playful breed. See more.	Average: English Shepherds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Welsh Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie vs English Shepherd?	Average: The Welsh Sheepdog barks occasionally. See more.	Average to High: The Scotch Collie is a vocal breed. See more.	Low to Average: The English Shepherd 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 Welsh Sheepdog or Scotch Collie or English Shepherd?	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 Welsh Sheepdog 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 Scotch Collie indoors.	It is not recommended to keep the English Shepherd breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Welsh Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie vs English Shepherd Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Welsh Sheepdog dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Scotch Collie dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	English Shepherd dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Welsh Sheepdog or Scotch Collie or English Shepherd?	Welsh Sheepdog 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.	Scotch Collie dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	English Shepherd dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Welsh Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie vs English Shepherd Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Welsh Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie vs English Shepherd Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Welsh Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie vs English Shepherd health comparison. Which is the healthier: Welsh Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie vs English Shepherd?	Welsh Sheepdogs tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Scotch Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	English Shepherds tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Welsh Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie vs English Shepherd? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Welsh Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie vs English Shepherd health problems comparison:	No data available	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Drug Sensitivity Collie Eye Anomaly
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Welsh Sheepdog should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Scotch Collie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The English Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Welsh Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie vs English Shepherd lifespan comparison. How long do Welsh Sheepdog, Scotch Collie and English Shepherd breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Welsh Sheepdog: 13 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Scotch Collie: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of English Shepherd: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Welsh Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie vs English Shepherd?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Welsh Sheepdog can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The English Shepherd can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Welsh Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie vs English Shepherd Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Welsh Sheepdog or Scotch Collie or English Shepherd? Welsh Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie vs English Shepherd energy level comparison:	Welsh Sheepdog dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Scotch Collie dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	English Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Welsh Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie vs English Shepherd exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Welsh Sheepdog or Scotch Collie or English Shepherd? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Welsh Sheepdog dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Scotch Collie dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	English Shepherd dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Welsh Sheepdog or Scotch Collie or English Shepherd?	Welsh Sheepdog dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Scotch Collie dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	English Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Welsh Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie vs English Shepherd Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Welsh Sheepdog or Scotch Collie or English Shepherd?	1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	3 to 4.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Welsh Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie vs English Shepherd weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average: The Welsh Sheepdog has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Scotch Collie has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the English Shepherd's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Welsh Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie vs English Shepherd Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Welsh Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie vs English Shepherd coat comparison:	Feathered	Dense Thick Flat	Fluffy Silky
Colors What are the original Welsh Sheepdog, Scotch Collie and English Shepherd color?	Black White Red	White Sable Blue & Merle Black & White	Black Tan White Brown Sable Yellow Brindle Tricolor
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Welsh Sheepdog or Scotch Collie or English Shepherd? Welsh Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie vs English Shepherd grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Welsh Sheepdog requires minimal grooming. See more.	Advanced: The Scotch Collie requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The English Shepherd doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Welsh Sheepdog or Scotch Collie or English Shepherd? Welsh Sheepdog or Scotch Collie or {name3 shedding:	Welsh Sheepdog dogs shed moderately. See more.	Scotch Collie dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	English Shepherd 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: Welsh Sheepdog or Scotch Collie or English Shepherd?	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.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Welsh Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie vs English Shepherd hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Welsh Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie vs English Shepherd?	Medium ⏺ The Welsh Sheepdog has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Scotch Collie has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The English Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Welsh Sheepdog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Scotch Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The English Shepherd drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.

Welsh Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie vs English Shepherd Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Welsh Sheepdog dogs are generally with other pets.	Scotch Collie dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	English Shepherd dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Welsh Sheepdog or Scotch Collie or English Shepherd? Which dog is more friendly?	Welsh Sheepdog dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Scotch Collie dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	English Shepherd dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Welsh Sheepdog or Scotch Collie or English Shepherd?	Welsh Sheepdog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Scotch Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	English Shepherd dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Welsh Sheepdog or Scotch Collie or English Shepherd?	Welsh Sheepdog dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Scotch Collie dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	English Shepherd dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Welsh Sheepdog or Scotch Collie or English Shepherd?	Welsh Sheepdog dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Scotch Collie dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	English Shepherd dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Welsh Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie vs English Shepherd?	Yes Welsh Sheepdog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Scotch Collie dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes English Shepherd dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	Yes Welsh Sheepdog is one of the best dog breeds for office environment	No Scotch Collie is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No English Shepherd is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Welsh Sheepdogs are usually recommended for elderly people.	Scotch Collies are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	English Shepherds are usually recommended for elderly people.

Welsh Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie vs English Shepherd 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.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Welsh Sheepdog or Scotch Collie or English Shepherd? 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: Welsh Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie vs English Shepherd?	Not really Welsh Sheepdog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Scotch Collie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really English Shepherd 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.

Welsh Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie vs English Shepherd 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 Welsh Sheepdog and Scotch Collie and English Shepherd have?	2-8 puppies	8-12 puppies	5-8 puppies, average 6
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Welsh Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie vs English Shepherd Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	No data available	Dog Registry of America Inc.	American Canine Registry America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club United Kennel Club Animal Research Foundation

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