Rough Collie vs Berger Blanc Suisse Comparison – Which dog is better English Collie or Pastore Svizzero Bianco?

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Name	Rough Collie	Berger Blanc Suisse
Origins	Scotland	Switzerland
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	English Collie Lassie Dog Long-Haired Collie Scottish Collie Collie	Pastore Svizzero Bianco Weisser Schweizer Schäferhund White Swiss Shepherd Dog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Rough Collie vs Berger Blanc Suisse breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred

Rough Collie vs Berger Blanc Suisse Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which dog is bigger, Rough Collie or Berger Blanc Suisse? Is the Rough Collie bigger than the Berger Blanc Suisse breed? Is a Rough Collie smaller than a Berger Blanc Suisse?	Large	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Rough Collie or Berger Blanc Suisse? Rough Collie vs Berger Blanc Suisse weight comparison:	Male: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg), Female: 53-65 pounds (24-29 kg)	Male: 66–88 lbs (30–40 kg), Female: 55–77 lbs (25–35 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26 kg)	Male: 77 lbs (35 kg), Female: 66 lbs (30 kg)
Height Which is taller, Rough Collie or Berger Blanc Suisse? Is a Rough Collie taller than a Berger Blanc Suisse?	Male: 24–26 inch (60–66 cm), Female: 22–24 inch (55–61 cm)	Male: 24–26 inch (60–66 cm), Female: 22–24 inch (55–61 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm)	Male: 25 inch (63 cm), Female: 23 inch (58 cm)

Rough Collie vs Berger Blanc Suisse Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Rough Collie or Berger Blanc Suisse? Which is more expensive? What is the difference in price between Rough Collie and Berger Blanc Suisse?	$400-$600	$2500-$3000
Availability Which is easier to get, Rough Collie or Berger Blanc Suisse?	Very frequent: The Rough Collie is quite easy to get.	Average: The Berger Blanc Suisse is a commonly available dog breed.

Rough Collie vs Berger Blanc Suisse Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which dog has more intelligence? Is a Rough Collie or Berger Blanc Suisse smarter? Which is best? Rough Collie vs Berger Blanc Suisse intelligence:	Very smart: Rough Collie is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Smart: The Berger Blanc Suisse dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Trainability Rough Collie vs Berger Blanc Suisse trainability comparison. What's the difference between Rough Collie vs Berger Blanc Suisse?	Rough Collie dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Berger Blanc Suisse dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Rough Collie or Berger Blanc Suisse?	Rough Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Berger Blanc Suisse dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Rough Collie or Berger Blanc Suisse? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Rough Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Berger Blanc Suisse dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Rough Collie vs Berger Blanc Suisse Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Rough Collie or Berger Blanc Suisse? Rough Collie vs Berger Blanc Suisse behavior/temperament comparison:	Protective Intelligent Friendly Responsive Docile Obedient Loyal Gentle Social Elegant Hard working Herding	Active Intelligent Patient Gentle Strong Easygoing
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Rough Collie vs Berger Blanc Suisse?	Sensitive: Rough Collie dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Rough Collie vs Berger Blanc Suisse?	High: Rough Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Berger Blanc Suisse dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Rough Collie vs Berger Blanc Suisse social needs comparison:	Rough Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Berger Blanc Suisse dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Rough Collie vs Berger Blanc Suisse?	Rough Collie dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Berger Blanc Suisse dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Rough Collie vs Berger Blanc Suisse? Which can be better for hunting?	Rough Collie dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Their prey drive is low. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Rough Collie vs Berger Blanc Suisse Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Rough Collie vs Berger Blanc Suisse playfulness comparison:	The Rough Collie is a playful breed. See more.	The Berger Blanc Suisse is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Rough Collie vs Berger Blanc Suisse?	Low to Average: The Rough Collie rarely barks. See more.	Average to High: The Berger Blanc Suisse is a vocal breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Rough Collie or Berger Blanc Suisse?	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 Rough Collie indoors.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Berger Blanc Suisse breed.
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Rough Collie vs Berger Blanc Suisse Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Rough Collie vs Berger Blanc Suisse Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Rough Collie or Berger Blanc Suisse?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Rough Collie bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Berger Blanc Suisse bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Is a Rough Collie more dangerous than a Berger Blanc Suisse?	Low 🔽 The Rough Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Berger Blanc Suisse has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Rough Collie vs Berger Blanc Suisse mouthiness comparison:	Rough Collie dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Berger Blanc Suisse dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Rough Collie vs Berger Blanc Suisse Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Rough Collie vs Berger Blanc Suisse health comparison. Which is the healthier: Rough Collie vs Berger Blanc Suisse?	The Rough Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Berger Blanc Suisses tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Rough Collie vs Berger Blanc Suisse? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Rough Collie vs Berger Blanc Suisse health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Drug Sensitivity Collie Eye Anomaly Gray Collie Syndrome	Allergies Bloat Joint Dysplasia
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Rough Collie vs Berger Blanc Suisse?	Average The Rough Collie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Berger Blanc Suisse should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Life Expectancy Rough Collie vs Berger Blanc Suisse lifespan comparison. How long do Rough Collie and Berger Blanc Suisse breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? What is the age limit of the Rough Collie and Berger Blanc Suisse?	14-16 years The average lifespan of Rough Collie: 15 years	11-13 years The average lifespan of Berger Blanc Suisse: 12 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Rough Collie vs Berger Blanc Suisse?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Rough Collie can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Berger Blanc Suisse can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Rough Collie vs Berger Blanc Suisse Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Rough Collie or Berger Blanc Suisse? Rough Collie vs Berger Blanc Suisse energy level comparison:	Rough Collie dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Berger Blanc Suisse dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Rough Collie vs Berger Blanc Suisse exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Rough Collie or Berger Blanc Suisse? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Rough Collie dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Berger Blanc Suisse dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Rough Collie or Berger Blanc Suisse?	Rough Collie dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Berger Blanc Suisse dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
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Rough Collie vs Berger Blanc Suisse Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Rough Collie or Berger Blanc Suisse? Does the Rough Collie breed eat more than the Berger Blanc Suisse breed?	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2.5 to 3.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Rough Collie vs Berger Blanc Suisse weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Rough Collie has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Berger Blanc Suisse has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Rough Collie vs Berger Blanc Suisse Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Rough Collie vs Berger Blanc Suisse coat comparison:	Rough Soft Thick Straight Harsh Furry	Dense Straight
Colors What are the original Rough Collie and Berger Blanc Suisse color? Rough Collie vs Berger Blanc Suisse color comparison:	White Sable Merle Black & White & Tan Blue & Merle Blue & Merle & White Sable & White White & Merle	White
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Rough Collie or Berger Blanc Suisse? Rough Collie vs Berger Blanc Suisse grooming comparison:	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Average: The Berger Blanc Suisse requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Rough Collie or Berger Blanc Suisse? Do Rough Collie dogs shed more than Berger Blanc Suisse dogs?	Rough Collie dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Berger Blanc Suisse dogs are heavy shedders. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Rough Collie or Berger Blanc Suisse?	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.
Hypoallergenic Rough Collie vs Berger Blanc Suisse hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Rough Collie or Berger Blanc Suisse?	Medium ⏺ The Rough Collie has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Berger Blanc Suisse has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? What's the difference between Rough Collie vs Berger Blanc Suisse?	The Rough Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Berger Blanc Suisse is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.

Rough Collie vs Berger Blanc Suisse Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Rough Collie dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Berger Blanc Suisse dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Rough Collie or Berger Blanc Suisse? Which dog is more friendly?	Rough Collie dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Berger Blanc Suisse dogs are 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 Rough Collie or Berger Blanc Suisse?	Rough Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Berger Blanc Suisse dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Rough Collie or Berger Blanc Suisse?	Rough Collie dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Berger Blanc Suisse dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Rough Collie or Berger Blanc Suisse? Can a Rough Collie and a Berger Blanc Suisse be friends? Do Rough Collie dogs get along with Berger Blanc Suisse dogs?	Rough Collie dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Berger Blanc Suisse dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Rough Collie vs Berger Blanc Suisse?	Yes Rough Collie dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Berger Blanc Suisse dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Rough Collie is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Berger Blanc Suisse is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Rough Collies are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Berger Blanc Suisses are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Rough Collie vs Berger Blanc Suisse As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Rough Collie or Berger Blanc Suisse? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect 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?	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.
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.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Rough Collie vs Berger Blanc Suisse?	Not really Rough Collie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Berger Blanc Suisse 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.
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.

Rough Collie vs Berger Blanc Suisse Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	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.
Litter Size How many puppies can Rough Collie and Berger Blanc Suisse have? Rough Collie vs Berger Blanc Suisse litter size comparison:	4-8 puppies	6-8 puppies
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Rough Collie vs Berger Blanc Suisse Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Herding breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
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 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 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	Dog Registry of America Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. National Kennel Club

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