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Black Russian Terrier vs Briard vs Border Collie Comparison - Dog breed selector: Black Terrier or Berger Briard or Sheepdog? Find the right dog for you

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Name Black Russian Terrier Briard Border Collie
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Group Working Dogs Pastoral / Herding Dogs Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Black Terrier
Mustaterrieri
Russian Bear Schnauzer
Schwarzer Russicher Terrier
Stalin's Dog
Tchiorny Terrier
Terrier Noir Russem
Chornyi
Berger Briard
Berger De Brie
Sheepdog
Scotch Sheep Dog
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Black Russian Terrier vs Briard vs Border Collie breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Black Russian Terrier vs Briard vs Border Collie Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Black Russian Terrier or Briard or Border Collie? Which is the smallest dog, Black Russian Terrier or Briard or Border Collie?
Giant Large Large
Weight
Which is heavier, Black Russian Terrier or Briard or Briard? Black Russian Terrier vs Briard vs Border Collie weight comparison:
80-143 pounds (36-65 kg) 75 pounds (35 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?
111.5 pounds (50.5 kg) 75 pounds (35 kg) Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Female: 34.5 pounds (15.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Black Russian Terrier or Briard or Border Collie? Black Russian Terrier vs Briard vs Border Collie height comparison:
Male: 25-29 inches (64-74 cm), Female: 25-28 inches (64-72 cm) Male: 24-27 inches (62-68 cm), Female: 22-25 inches (56-64 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: 27 inches (69 cm), Female: 26.5 inches (68 cm) Male: 25.5 inches (65 cm), Female: 23.5 inches (60 cm) Male: 20.5 inches (52 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (49.5 cm)

Black Russian Terrier vs Briard vs Border Collie Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Black Russian Terrier or Briard or Border Collie? Which is more expensive?
$1800-$2500 $1000-$1200 $600-$800
Availability
Which is easier to get, Black Russian Terrier or Briard or Border Collie?
Frequent: The Black Russian Terrier is easier than average to get.
Frequent: The Briard is easier than average to get.
Very frequent: The Border Collie is quite easy to get.

Black Russian Terrier vs Briard vs Border Collie Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Black Russian Terrier vs Briard vs Border Collie intelligence:
Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Smart: The Briard dogs have great intelligence.
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Outstanding: Border Collie is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Trainability
Black Russian Terrier vs Briard vs Border Collie trainability comparison.
Black Russian Terrier dogs are easy to train.
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Briard 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: Black Russian Terrier or Briard or Border Collie?
Black Russian Terrier dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Briard 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 Black Russian Terrier or Briard or Border Collie? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Black Russian Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Briard dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Border Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Black Russian Terrier vs Briard vs Border Collie Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Black Russian Terrier or Briard or Border Collie? Black Russian Terrier vs Briard vs Border Collie behavior/temperament comparison:
Playful
Independent
Energetic
Confident
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Social
Cheerful
Brave
Stable
Defensive
Protective
Intelligent
Obedient
Loyal
Fearless
Faithful
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.
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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: Black Russian Terrier vs Briard vs Border Collie?
Average to High: Black Russian Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: Briard 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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Social Needs
Black Russian Terrier vs Briard vs Border Collie social needs comparison:
Black Russian Terrier dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Briard dogs are a social breed.
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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?
Black Russian Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Briard 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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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Black Russian Terrier 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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Briard 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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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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Black Russian Terrier vs Briard vs Border Collie Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Black Russian Terrier vs Briard vs Border Collie playfulness comparison:
Average: Black Russian Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Average: Briards, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Border Collie is a highly playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Black Russian Terrier vs Briard vs Border Collie?
Average: The Black Russian Terrier barks occasionally.
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Average: The Briard barks occasionally.
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Low to Average: The Border Collie rarely barks.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Black Russian Terrier or Briard or Border Collie?
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 Black Russian Terrier indoors.
It is not recommended to keep the Briard breed in the home.
It is not recommended to keep the Border Collie breed in the home.

Black Russian Terrier vs Briard vs Border Collie Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Average: Black Russian Terrier dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Briard dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Border Collie dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Black Russian Terrier or Briard or Border Collie?
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Briard 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.
Border Collie dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Black Russian Terrier vs Briard vs Border Collie Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Black Russian Terrier or Briard or Border Collie?

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Black Russian Terrier bite force: The Strongest.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Briard 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 Black Russian Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Briard has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Border Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Black Russian Terrier vs Briard vs Border Collie mouthiness comparison:
Black Russian Terrier dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Briard dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, 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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Black Russian Terrier vs Briard vs Border Collie Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Black Russian Terrier vs Briard vs Border Collie health comparison. Which is the healthier: Black Russian Terrier vs Briard vs Border Collie?
Black Russian Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
The Briard is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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: Black Russian Terrier vs Briard vs Border Collie? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Black Russian Terrier vs Briard vs Border Collie health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Elbow Dysplasia
Urinary Stones
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?
Frequent
The Black Russian Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Average
The Briard should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Border Collie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Black Russian Terrier vs Briard vs Border Collie lifespan comparison. How long do Black Russian Terrier, Briard and Border Collie breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
10-14 years
The average lifespan of Black Russian Terrier: 12 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Briard: 11 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Border Collie: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Black Russian Terrier vs Briard vs Border Collie?
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 Briard can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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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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Black Russian Terrier vs Briard vs Border Collie Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Black Russian Terrier or Briard or Border Collie? Black Russian Terrier vs Briard vs Border Collie energy level comparison:
Black Russian Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Briard dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Border Collie dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Black Russian Terrier vs Briard vs Border Collie exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Black Russian Terrier or Briard or Border Collie? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Black Russian Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Briard dogs need a lot of exercises.
Border Collie dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Black Russian Terrier or Briard or Border Collie?
Black Russian Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Briard dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Border Collie dogs don't need too much sleep.

Black Russian Terrier vs Briard vs Border Collie Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Black Russian Terrier or Briard or Border Collie?
3 to 4.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 4 to 7 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? Black Russian Terrier vs Briard vs Border Collie weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The Black Russian Terrier has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Briard has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Border Collie has an average risk for obesity.
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Black Russian Terrier vs Briard vs Border Collie Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Black Russian Terrier vs Briard vs Border Collie coat comparison:
Rough
Curly
Waterproof
Fine Dense
Feathered
Straight
Short
Moderately Long
Colors
What are the original Black Russian Terrier, Briard and Border Collie color?
Black
Gray
Black
Gray
Tawny
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, Black Russian Terrier or Briard or Border Collie? Black Russian Terrier vs Briard vs Border Collie grooming comparison:
Average: The Black Russian Terrier 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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Average: The Border Collie requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Black Russian Terrier or Briard or Border Collie? Black Russian Terrier or Briard or {name3 shedding:
Black Russian Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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Briard 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: Black Russian Terrier or Briard or Border Collie?
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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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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Hypoallergenic
Black Russian Terrier vs Briard 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, Black Russian Terrier vs Briard vs Border Collie?

Medium

The Black Russian Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Briard 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 Black Russian Terrier is an average drooler.
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The Briard 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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Black Russian Terrier vs Briard vs Border Collie Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Black Russian Terrier dogs are generally with other pets.
Briard dogs are generally with other pets.
Border Collie dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Black Russian Terrier or Briard or Border Collie? Which dog is more friendly?
Black Russian Terrier dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.
Briard 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 Black Russian Terrier or Briard or Border Collie?
Black Russian Terrier dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Briard dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Border Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Black Russian Terrier or Briard or Border Collie?
Black Russian Terrier dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Briard dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Black Russian Terrier or Briard or Border Collie?
Black Russian Terrier dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Briard dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Black Russian Terrier vs Briard vs Border Collie?
Yes
Black Russian Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Briard 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
Black Russian Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Briard 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?
Black Russian Terriers are commonly okay with elderly people.
Briards are usually recommended for elderly people.
Border Collies are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Black Russian Terrier vs Briard 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: Black Russian Terrier or Briard or Border Collie? Which is better for autism?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a 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: Black Russian Terrier vs Briard vs Border Collie?

Not really

Black Russian Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Briard 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.

Black Russian Terrier vs Briard 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 Black Russian Terrier and Briard and Border Collie have?
6-12 puppies 8-10 puppies 4-8 puppies

Black Russian Terrier vs Briard vs Border Collie Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2004 as a Working breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1928 as a Herding breed. 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 Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Pinscher and Schnauzer type section. Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National 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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