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Border Collie vs Scottish Terrier vs Bloodhound Comparison - Dog breed selector: Sheepdog or Aberdeenie or St. Hubert Hound? Find the right dog for you

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Name Border Collie Scottish Terrier Bloodhound
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Sheepdog
Scotch Sheep Dog
Aberdeenie
Scottie
St. Hubert Hound
Saint Hubert Hound
Chien de Saint-Hubert
Flemish Hound
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Border Collie vs Scottish Terrier vs Bloodhound breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Border Collie vs Scottish Terrier vs Bloodhound Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Border Collie or Scottish Terrier or Bloodhound? Which is the smallest dog, Border Collie or Scottish Terrier or Bloodhound?
Large Small Large
Weight
Which is heavier, Border Collie or Scottish Terrier or Scottish Terrier? Border Collie vs Scottish Terrier vs Bloodhound weight comparison:
Male: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg), Female: 27-42 pounds (12-19 kg) 19-23 pounds (8.5-10.5 kg) Male: 90-110 pounds (41-50 kg), Female: 80-100 pounds (36-45 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Female: 34.5 pounds (15.5 kg) 21 pounds (8.5-10.5 kg) Male: 100 pounds (45.5 kg), Female: 90 pounds (40.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Border Collie or Scottish Terrier or Bloodhound? Border Collie vs Scottish Terrier vs Bloodhound height comparison:
Male: 19-22 inches (48-56 cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46-53 cm) 10-11 inches (25-28 cm) Male: 25-27 inches (63-69 cm), Female: 23-25 inches (58-63 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 20.5 inches (52 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (49.5 cm) 10.5 inches (26.5 cm) Male: 26 inches (66 cm), Female: 24 inches (60.5 cm)

Border Collie vs Scottish Terrier vs Bloodhound Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Border Collie or Scottish Terrier or Bloodhound? Which is more expensive?
$600-$800 $800-$1000 $800-$1200
Availability
Which is easier to get, Border Collie or Scottish Terrier or Bloodhound?
Very frequent: The Border Collie is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Scottish Terrier is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Bloodhound is quite easy to get.

Border Collie vs Scottish Terrier vs Bloodhound Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Border Collie vs Scottish Terrier vs Bloodhound intelligence:
Outstanding: Border Collie is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Smart: The Bloodhound dogs have great intelligence.
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Trainability
Border Collie vs Scottish Terrier vs Bloodhound trainability comparison.
Border Collie dogs are easy to train.
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Scottish Terrier dogs are quite easy to train.
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Bloodhound dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Border Collie or Scottish Terrier or Bloodhound?
Border Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Scottish Terrier dogs are average watchdogs.
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Bloodhound dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Border Collie or Scottish Terrier or Bloodhound? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Border Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Scottish Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Bloodhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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Border Collie vs Scottish Terrier vs Bloodhound Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Border Collie or Scottish Terrier or Bloodhound? Border Collie vs Scottish Terrier vs Bloodhound behavior/temperament comparison:
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Responsive
Loyal
Tenacious
Playful
Independent
Alert
Quick
Selfish
Stubborn
Independent
Affectionate
Gentle
Outright
Tempered
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Sensitive: Border Collie dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Border Collie vs Scottish Terrier vs Bloodhound?
High: Border Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: Scottish Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: Bloodhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Border Collie vs Scottish Terrier vs Bloodhound social needs comparison:
Border Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Scottish Terrier dogs are a social breed.
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Bloodhound dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Border Collie dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Scottish Terrier dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Bloodhound dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
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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Scottish 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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Bloodhound 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 vs Scottish Terrier vs Bloodhound Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Border Collie vs Scottish Terrier vs Bloodhound playfulness comparison:
The Border Collie is a highly playful breed.
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Average: Scottish Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Bloodhound is a highly playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Border Collie vs Scottish Terrier vs Bloodhound?
Low to Average: The Border Collie rarely barks.
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Low: The Scottish Terrier barks none to minimal.
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A lot: Bloodhound is a particularly loud breed.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Border Collie or Scottish Terrier or Bloodhound?
It is not recommended to keep the Border Collie breed in the home.
Very house-friendly dog the Scottish Terrier breed.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Bloodhound breed.

Border Collie vs Scottish Terrier vs Bloodhound Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Border Collie vs Scottish Terrier vs Bloodhound Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Border Collie or Scottish Terrier or Bloodhound?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Border Collie bite force: Ordinary.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Scottish Terrier bite force: Weak.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

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

Low 🔽

The Border Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Scottish Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

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

Health Issues
Border Collie vs Scottish Terrier vs Bloodhound health comparison. Which is the healthier: Border Collie vs Scottish Terrier vs Bloodhound?
The Border Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Scottish Terriers are commonly healthy dogs.
Very healthy dog breed.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Border Collie vs Scottish Terrier vs Bloodhound? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Border Collie vs Scottish Terrier vs Bloodhound health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Collie Eye Anomaly
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Patellar Luxation
Von Willebrand's Disease
Craniomandibular Osteopathy
Scottie Cramp
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Bloat
Epilepsy
Entropion
Ectropion
Elbow Dysplasia
Ectopic Cilia
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Border Collie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Rare
The Scottish Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Rare
The Bloodhound should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Life Expectancy
Border Collie vs Scottish Terrier vs Bloodhound lifespan comparison. How long do Border Collie, Scottish Terrier and Bloodhound breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Border Collie: 13 years
11-13 years
The average lifespan of Scottish Terrier: 12 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Bloodhound: 11 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Border Collie vs Scottish Terrier vs Bloodhound?
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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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Scottish Terrier 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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Border Collie vs Scottish Terrier vs Bloodhound Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Border Collie vs Scottish Terrier vs Bloodhound Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Border Collie or Scottish Terrier or Bloodhound?
1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals. Recommended daily amount: 1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day. Recommended daily amount: 4 to 8 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Border Collie vs Scottish Terrier vs Bloodhound weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The Border Collie has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Scottish Terrier has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Bloodhound has an average risk for obesity.
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Border Collie vs Scottish Terrier vs Bloodhound Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Border Collie vs Scottish Terrier vs Bloodhound coat comparison:
Dense
Feathered
Straight
Short
Moderately Long
Wiry Rough
Colors
What are the original Border Collie, Scottish Terrier and Bloodhound color?
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
Red
Silver
Brindle
Wheaten
Black
Tan
Red
Liver
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Border Collie or Scottish Terrier or Bloodhound? Border Collie vs Scottish Terrier vs Bloodhound grooming comparison:
Average: The Border Collie requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Scottish Terrier requires average grooming effort.
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Easy to groom: The Bloodhound doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Border Collie or Scottish Terrier or Bloodhound? Border Collie or Scottish Terrier or {name3 shedding:
Border Collie dogs shed moderately.
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Scottish Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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Bloodhound dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Border Collie or Scottish Terrier or Bloodhound?
6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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8-12 weeks
Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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Hypoallergenic
Border Collie vs Scottish Terrier vs Bloodhound 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, Border Collie vs Scottish Terrier vs Bloodhound?

Medium

The Border Collie has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Scottish Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.

High 🔼

The Bloodhound has a high chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Border Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Scottish Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Bloodhound is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed.
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Border Collie vs Scottish Terrier vs Bloodhound Good With Comparison

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

Border Collie vs Scottish Terrier vs Bloodhound As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog
Which one could be a service dog?

Yes

This breed makes good 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: Border Collie or Scottish Terrier or Bloodhound? Which is better for autism?

Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog
Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.

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?

Yes

This breed would make an excellent 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: Border Collie vs Scottish Terrier vs Bloodhound?

Not really

Border Collie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

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

Bloodhound 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.

Border Collie vs Scottish Terrier vs Bloodhound 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 Border Collie and Scottish Terrier and Bloodhound have?
4-8 puppies 2-5 puppies 8-10 puppies

Border Collie vs Scottish Terrier vs Bloodhound Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1995 as a Herding breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Terrier breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Small sized Terriers section. Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds 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
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
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Canadian Canine Registry
Club Espanol De Terriers
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.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

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