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Name	Wetterhoun	Shar-Pei	Border Collie
Origins	Netherlands	China	England Scotland Wales
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Group	Gun Dog	Companion Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Wetterhoun, Shar-Pei, and Border Collie breeds.	Dutch Spaniel Otterhoun Frisian Water Dog	Chinese Fighting Dog	Sheepdog Scotch Sheep Dog
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Wetterhoun, Shar-Pei, and Border Collie? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Wetterhoun vs Shar-Pei vs Border Collie Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Wetterhoun, Shar-Pei, and Border Collie. Which breed is the largest?	Medium	Medium	Large
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Wetterhoun, Shar-Pei, and Border Collie? Compare adult weight ranges.	55-77 pounds (25-35 kg)	40-55 pounds (18- 25 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?	66 pounds (30 kg)	47.5 pounds (18- 25 kg)	Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Female: 34.5 pounds (15.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Wetterhoun or Shar-Pei or Border Collie? Wetterhoun vs Shar-Pei vs Border Collie height comparison:	21.5-23 inches (55-59 cm)	18-20 inches (46-51 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?	21.14 inches (57 cm)	19 inches (48.5 cm)	Male: 20.5 inches (52 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (49.5 cm)

Wetterhoun vs Shar-Pei vs Border Collie Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Wetterhoun, Shar-Pei, and Border Collie. Find price differences between these breeds.	$500-$700	$1000-$1200	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Wetterhoun or Shar-Pei or Border Collie?	Average: The Wetterhoun is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The Shar-Pei is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Border Collie is quite easy to get.

Wetterhoun vs Shar-Pei vs Border Collie Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Wetterhoun, Shar-Pei, and Border Collie. Which breed ranks highest?	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Outstanding: Border Collie is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between Wetterhoun, Shar-Pei, and Border Collie. Which is easiest to train?	Wetterhoun dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Shar-Pei dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Border Collie dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Wetterhoun, Shar-Pei, and Border Collie. Which breed is most alert?	Wetterhoun dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Shar-Pei dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Border Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Wetterhoun, Shar-Pei, and Border Collie. Which breed is most protective?	Wetterhoun dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Shar-Pei dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Border Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Wetterhoun vs Shar-Pei vs Border Collie Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Wetterhoun, Shar-Pei, and Border Collie? Compare temperaments.	Stubborn Quiet Reserved	Loving Independent Affectionate Devoted Reserved Suspicious	Energetic Protective Alert Intelligent Responsive Loyal Tenacious
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Shar-Pei dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Border Collie 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: Wetterhoun vs Shar-Pei vs Border Collie?	Average to High: Wetterhoun dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Slightly Below Average: Shar-Pei dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.	High: Border Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Wetterhoun vs Shar-Pei vs Border Collie social needs comparison:	Wetterhoun dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Shar-Pei dogs are kinda antisocial. See more.	Border Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Wetterhoun dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Shar-Pei dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Border Collie dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Wetterhoun 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.	Shar-Pei 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.	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. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Wetterhoun vs Shar-Pei vs Border Collie Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Wetterhoun, Shar-Pei, and Border Collie. Which breed is most vocal?	Low to Average: The Wetterhoun rarely barks. See more.	Low: The Shar-Pei barks none to minimal. See more.	Low to Average: The Border Collie rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Wetterhoun, Shar-Pei, and Border Collie. Which breed is most playful?	Wetterhouns are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	Average: Shar-Peis, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Border Collie is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Wetterhoun, Shar-Pei, and Border Collie. Which adapts best to small spaces?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Wetterhoun breed.	Apartment-friendly dog the Shar-Pei breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Border Collie breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Wetterhoun vs Shar-Pei vs Border Collie Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between Wetterhoun, Shar-Pei, and Border Collie. Which breed is most flexible?	Average: Wetterhoun dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Average: Shar-Pei 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.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Wetterhoun or Shar-Pei or Border Collie?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Shar-Pei 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.

Wetterhoun vs Shar-Pei vs Border Collie Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Wetterhoun vs Shar-Pei vs Border Collie Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Wetterhoun, Shar-Pei, and Border Collie. Which breed lives longest?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Wetterhoun: 13 years	8-10 years The average lifespan of Shar-Pei: 9 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Border Collie: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Wetterhoun, Shar-Pei, and Border Collie. 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. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Border Collie can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in Wetterhoun, Shar-Pei, and Border Collie. Which has fewer health issues?	Wetterhouns tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Very healthy dog breed.	The Border Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Wetterhoun should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Rare The Shar-Pei 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.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Wetterhoun vs Shar-Pei vs Border Collie? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Wetterhoun vs Shar-Pei vs Border Collie health problems comparison:	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Cancer Hypothyroidism Bloat Entropion Elbow Dysplasia Demodectic Mange Osteochondrosis Dissecans Glaucoma Seborrhea Cutaneous Mucinosis Fever Pyoderma	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Collie Eye Anomaly Osteochondrosis Dissecans

Wetterhoun vs Shar-Pei vs Border Collie Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between Wetterhoun, Shar-Pei, and Border Collie. Which breed is most active?	Wetterhoun dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Shar-Pei dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.	Border Collie dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Wetterhoun vs Shar-Pei vs Border Collie exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Wetterhoun or Shar-Pei or Border Collie? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Wetterhoun dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Shar-Pei dogs exercise need is minimal.	Border Collie dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Wetterhoun or Shar-Pei or Border Collie?	Wetterhoun dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Shar-Pei dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	Border Collie dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Wetterhoun vs Shar-Pei vs Border Collie Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Wetterhoun, Shar-Pei, and Border Collie. Which is most prone to obesity?	Average: The Wetterhoun has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Shar-Pei's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Border Collie has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Wetterhoun, Shar-Pei, and Border Collie. Which needs most food?	2.5 to 3.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.	2 to 2.5 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.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Wetterhoun vs Shar-Pei vs Border Collie Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Wetterhoun, Shar-Pei, and Border Collie. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors Compare color variations between Wetterhoun, Shar-Pei, and Border Collie. What colors are available?	Black White Liver Roan	Black Red Blue Cream Brown Fawn Apricot	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 Requirements Compare grooming needs between Wetterhoun, Shar-Pei, and Border Collie. Which requires most maintenance?	Effortless: The Wetterhoun requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The Shar-Pei requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Border Collie requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Wetterhoun, Shar-Pei, and Border Collie. Which drools least?	The Wetterhoun is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Shar-Pei is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed. See more.	The Border Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Wetterhoun, Shar-Pei, and Border Collie. Which has least natural smell?	Medium ⏺ The Wetterhoun has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Shar-Pei has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Border Collie has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Wetterhoun, Shar-Pei, and Border Collie. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Curly Thick Smooth Coarse	Dense	Dense Feathered Straight Short Moderately Long
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Wetterhoun, Shar-Pei, and Border Collie. 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. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Wetterhoun or Shar-Pei or Border Collie? Wetterhoun or Shar-Pei or {name3 shedding:	Wetterhoun dogs shed moderately. See more.	Shar-Pei dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Border Collie dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Wetterhoun vs Shar-Pei vs Border Collie Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between Wetterhoun, Shar-Pei, and Border Collie. Which is best with kids?	Wetterhoun dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Shar-Pei dogs are not kid-friendly dogs.	Border Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Wetterhoun dogs are generally with other pets.	Shar-Pei dogs are generally with other pets.	Border Collie dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Wetterhoun or Shar-Pei or Border Collie? Which dog is more friendly?	Wetterhoun dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Shar-Pei dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.	Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Wetterhoun or Shar-Pei or Border Collie?	Wetterhoun dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Shar-Pei dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Wetterhoun or Shar-Pei or Border Collie?	Wetterhoun dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Shar-Pei 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: Wetterhoun vs Shar-Pei vs Border Collie?	Yes Wetterhoun dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Shar-Pei 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 Wetterhoun is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Shar-Pei 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?	Wetterhouns are usually recommended for elderly people.	Shar-Peis are not recommended for elderly people.	Border Collies are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Wetterhoun vs Shar-Pei vs Border Collie As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Wetterhoun, Shar-Pei, and Border Collie. Which is best suited for service work?	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 Work Suitability Compare therapy dog potential between Wetterhoun, Shar-Pei, and Border Collie. Which excels in therapy work?	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.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between Wetterhoun, Shar-Pei, and Border Collie. Which has best nose work ability?	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 & Rescue Potential Compare search and rescue potential between Wetterhoun, Shar-Pei, and Border Collie. Which is best for SAR work?	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.
Maritime Work Ability Compare boating aptitude between Wetterhoun, Shar-Pei, and Border Collie. Which is best suited for water work?	Yes Wetterhoun breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Shar-Pei breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Border Collie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Wetterhoun, Shar-Pei, and Border Collie. Which is best for draft work?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Military Service Background Compare military service history of Wetterhoun, Shar-Pei, and Border Collie. Which has most military use?	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Wetterhoun vs Shar-Pei vs Border Collie Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Wetterhoun, Shar-Pei, and Border Collie. Which has most puppies?	3-7 puppies	4-6 puppies	4-8 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Wetterhoun, Shar-Pei, and Border Collie. Any breeding differences?	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding intervals between Wetterhoun, Shar-Pei, and Border Collie. What's recommended?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Wetterhoun vs Shar-Pei vs Border Collie Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Wetterhoun, Shar-Pei, and Border Collie. How are they classified?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1992 as a Non-Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1995 as a Herding breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Wetterhoun, Shar-Pei, and Border Collie. How are they classified internationally?	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Water Dogs section.	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Wetterhoun, Shar-Pei, and Border Collie. Which has most recognition?	American Canine Registry America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National 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	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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