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- Border Collie Versus Afador: Introduction
- Border Collie versus Afador: Overview
- Border Collie versus Afador: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Border Collie and the Afador
- The Similarities Between the Border Collie and the Afador
- Size Comparison of the Border Collie versus Afador
- Lifespan of Border Collie versus Afador
- Tolerates Being Alone: Border Collie versus Afador
- Do Border Collies shed more than Afadors?
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Border Collie or the Afador?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Border Collie or the Afador?
- Are Border Collies good family dogs? What about Afadors?
- Is the Border Collie Easier to Train than the Afador?
- Which one drools more, the Border Collie or the Afador
- How Kid-friendly are Border Collies and Afadors?
- Does the Border Collie Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Afador?
- Do Border Collies Bark and Howl? What about Afadors?
- Can Border Collies Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Afadors Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Border Collie vs. Afador
- Can Border Collies Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Afadors Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Border Collie Versus Other Dog Breeds
- Conclusion: Border Collie versus Afador. Which One is a Better Pet?
Border Collie Versus Afador: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Border Collie and the Afador? Well, you have come to the right place. Because in this article, we will provide you with a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Border Collie and the Afador better suits you.
We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the Border Collie and the Afador.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Border Collie and the Afador is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.
Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the Border Collie and for the Afador. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you with more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Border Collie and the Afador.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Border Collie or the Afador.
Note that the border collie breed comes in two varieties based on coat texture. There is the smooth-coat border collie and the rough-coat border collie. Read our article on rough-coat border collie versus smooth-coat border collie.
Furthermore, the border collie dog breed is very different from the collie dog breed. Learn about the differences between these two dog breeds in our border collie versus collie article.
Finally, just like the border collie, the collie also comes in two varieties. There is the rough collie and the smooth collie. To learn about the differences and similarities between them, check out our article on rough collie versus smooth collie.
Border Collie versus Afador: Overview
A very important difference between the Border Collie and the Afador is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Border Collie is a medium-sized dog while the Afador is a large-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Border Collie belongs to the Herding Dogs group. Herding Dogs were bred for moving livestock, including sheep, cattle, and even reindeer. Herding dogs work closely with their human shepherds, and their natural intelligence and responsiveness make them highly trainable. They have high levels of energy, which needs to be channeled properly to prevent destructive behavior. Herding breeds are protective of their people and property and make excellent watchdogs. Their intelligence, agility, and activity level make them well suited to dog sports.
On the other hand, the Afador belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.
Border Collie versus Afador: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Border Collie to the Afador based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.
When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets
Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.
However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.
Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the Border Collie and the Afador
| Factor | Border Collie | Afador |
|---|---|---|
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Life Span | 12 to 15 years | 10 to 12 years |
| Height | 18 to 22 inches tall at the shoulder | 20 to 29 inches |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| General Health | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Weight | 30 to 45 pounds | 50 to 75 pounds |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Easygoing | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 5/5 | 1/5 |
| Easy To Train | 5/5 | 1/5 |
| Intelligence | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Average Lifespan | 13.5 years | 11.0 years |
| Average Price | $1000 | No Data |
| Price Range | $600 – $1250 | No Data |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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No Data |
*Data from AKC.org (The American Kennel Club),dogtime.com, OFA.org (The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals), petcalculator.com, wikipedia.org, ATTS.org (The American Temperament Test Society)
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Border Collie in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the Afador. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.
The Better-Pet score for the Border Collie is 80 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Afador is 59 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Border Collie is a better pet than the Afador. So, you should get a Border Collie!
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Border Collie and the Afador
Below is a list of where the Border Collie and the Afador are most different:
The Similarities Between the Border Collie and the Afador
The Border Collie and the Afador are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Border Collie and the Afador are most similar:
Size Comparison of the Border Collie versus Afador
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Border Collie and the Afador.
The Border Collie weighs 30 to 45 pounds when fully grown. The Border Collie is 18 to 22 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
On the other hand, the Afador weighs 50 to 75 pounds when fully grown. The Afador is 20 to 29 inches when fully grown.
Here is our article on Border Collie size, Border Collie growth, and Border Collie weight.
Lifespan of Border Collie versus Afador
The lifespan of the Border Collie is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of the Border Collie is 13.5 years.
The lifespan of the Afador is between 10 to 12 years. The average lifespan of the Afador is 11.0 years.
The Border Collie lives longer than the Afador.
Go to this article to learn more about Border Collie lifespan and how long Border Collie live.
Tolerates Being Alone: Border Collie versus Afador
Border Collies do not like to be left alone.
Afadors can be left alone only for a short time.
Do Border Collies shed more than Afadors?
Border Collies shed moderately.
Check out our articles to learn more on how to minimize shedding in Border Collies, and on how to groom a Border Collie
Afadors shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Border Collie or the Afador?
Border Collies are moderately easy to groom.
To learn more about how to properly groom a Border Collie, check out our article on how to groom a Border Collie.
Learn more on how to take care of a Border Collie here.
Afadors require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Border Collie or the Afador?
Border Collies get along fairly well with other dogs.
Afadors get along fairly well with other dogs.
Are Border Collies good family dogs? What about Afadors?
Border Collies are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Border Collie make a good addition to a family. They love kids and kids love them.
Learn about Border Collie temperament here.
Afadors are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Is the Border Collie Easier to Train than the Afador?
Border Collies are very easy to train.
Afadors are not easy to train.
Which one drools more, the Border Collie or the Afador
Border Collies do have a very low tendency to drool.
Afadors drool moderately.
How Kid-friendly are Border Collies and Afadors?
Border Collies get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Afadors do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.
Does the Border Collie Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Afador?
Border Collies have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Afadors have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.
Do Border Collies Bark and Howl? What about Afadors?
Border Collies are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Afadors are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Can Border Collies Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Afadors Tolerate Cold Weather?
Border Collies can very well tolerate cold weather.
Afadors can very well tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Border Collie vs. Afador
Border Collies have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Afadors have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Border Collies Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Afadors Tolerate Hot Weather?
Border Collies can tolerate hot weather.
Afadors cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
Is the Border Collie Better for Apartment Owners than the Afador?
Border Collies do not adapt well to apartment living.
Afadors do not adapt well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Border Collie or the Afador?
Border Collies are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Afadors are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Border Collie Versus Other Dog Breeds
You may also be interested in how the Border Collie compares to other breeds aside from the Afador. So, see below the links to the comparison of the Border Collie to other breeds:
Border Collie versus Goldador Border Collie versus Cockapoo Border Collie versus Vizsla Border Collie versus Boerboel Border Collie versus Italian Greyhound Border Collie versus Rhodesian Ridgeback Border Collie versus Goldendoodle Border Collie versus Biewer Terrier Border Collie versus Catahoula Bulldog Border Collie versus Akbash Border Collie versus Dogo Argentino Border Collie versus Skye Terrier Border Collie versus German Longhaired Pointer Border Collie versus Brittany Border Collie versus Coton de Tulear
Conclusion: Border Collie versus Afador. Which One is a Better Pet?
In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the Border Collie and the Afador better suits you and your family.
