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- Border Collie Versus Biewer Terrier: Introduction
- Border Collie versus Biewer Terrier: Overview
- Border Collie versus Biewer Terrier: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Border Collie and the Biewer Terrier
- The Similarities Between the Border Collie and the Biewer Terrier
- Size Comparison of the Border Collie versus Biewer Terrier
- Lifespan of Border Collie versus Biewer Terrier
- Price of Border Collie versus Price of Biewer Terrier
- The Popularity of Border Collie versus Popularity of Biewer Terrier
- Health Problems of Border Collie versus Health Problems of Biewer Terrier
- Tolerates Being Alone: Border Collie versus Biewer Terrier
- Do Border Collies shed more than Biewer Terriers?
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Border Collie or the Biewer Terrier?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Border Collie or the Biewer Terrier?
- Are Border Collies good family dogs? What about Biewer Terriers?
- Is the Border Collie Easier to Train than the Biewer Terrier?
- Which one drools more, the Border Collie or the Biewer Terrier
- How Kid-friendly are Border Collies and Biewer Terriers?
- Does the Border Collie Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Biewer Terrier?
- Do Border Collies Bark and Howl? What about Biewer Terriers?
- Can Border Collies Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Biewer Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Border Collie vs. Biewer Terrier
- Can Border Collies Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Biewer Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Border Collie Versus Other Dog Breeds
- Conclusion: Border Collie versus Biewer Terrier. Which One is a Better Pet?
Border Collie Versus Biewer Terrier: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Border Collie and the Biewer Terrier? 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 Biewer Terrier 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 Biewer Terrier.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Border Collie and the Biewer Terrier 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 Biewer Terrier. 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 Biewer Terrier.
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 Biewer Terrier.
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 Biewer Terrier: Overview
A very important difference between the Border Collie and the Biewer Terrier is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Border Collie is a medium-sized dog while the Biewer Terrier is a tiny-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 Biewer Terrier belongs to the Terrier Dogs group. Terrier Dogs were originally bred to go underground to hunt rodents and other small wild animals (vermin). Terriers come in a wide range of sizes and shapes, but all terriers are energetic, highly intelligent, and territorial. Terries also have the tendency to escape. They require a securely fenced yard.
Border Collie versus Biewer Terrier: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Border Collie to the Biewer Terrier 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 Biewer Terrier
Factor | Border Collie | Biewer Terrier |
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Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 3/5 |
Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
Life Span | 12 to 15 years | 12 to 15 years |
Height | 18 to 22 inches tall at the shoulder | 7 to 11 inches |
Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 2/5 | 5/5 |
Good For Novice Owners | 2/5 | 3/5 |
General Health | 2/5 | 4/5 |
Does NOT Bark or Howl | 4/5 | 3/5 |
Dog Friendly | 3/5 | 3/5 |
Does NOT Shed | 3/5 | 5/5 |
Easy To Groom | 3/5 | 4/5 |
Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 3/5 |
Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 3/5 |
Low Prey Drive | 3/5 | 5/5 |
Tendency NOT to Wander | 3/5 | 5/5 |
Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 3/5 |
Weight | 30 to 45 pounds | 4 to 8 pounds |
Tolerates Cold Weather | 4/5 | 2/5 |
Tolerates Hot Weather | 4/5 | 3/5 |
Kid-Friendly | 4/5 | 4/5 |
Easygoing | 1/5 | 3/5 |
Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 5/5 |
Friendly Toward Strangers | 5/5 | 3/5 |
Easy To Train | 5/5 | 3/5 |
Intelligence | 5/5 | 4/5 |
NOT Rambunctious | 1/5 | 1/5 |
Minimal Exercise Needs | 1/5 | 3/5 |
Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 4/5 |
Average Lifespan | 13.5 years | 13.5 years |
Average Price | $1000 | $2530 |
Price Range | $600 – $1250 | $2000 – $3000 |
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests | ||
Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds | 36 | 82 |
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 Biewer Terrier. 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 Biewer Terrier is 89 out of 125.
Despite the higher Better-Pet score of the Biewer Terrier, we still believe that the Border Collie is a better pet than the Biewer Terrier.
This is because Border Collies are much cuter but you cannot put a score on cuteness. If you could put a score on cuteness, then the Border Collie will come out on top.
Also, we are biased in favor of the Border Collie :-). We are for the Border Collie. So get a Border Collie!
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Border Collie and the Biewer Terrier
Below is a list of where the Border Collie and the Biewer Terrier are most different:
The Similarities Between the Border Collie and the Biewer Terrier
The Border Collie and the Biewer Terrier are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Border Collie and the Biewer Terrier are most similar:
Size Comparison of the Border Collie versus Biewer Terrier
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Border Collie and the Biewer Terrier.
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 Biewer Terrier weighs 4 to 8 pounds when fully grown. The Biewer Terrier is 7 to 11 inches when fully grown.
Here is our article on Border Collie size, Border Collie growth, and Border Collie weight.
Lifespan of Border Collie versus Biewer Terrier
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 Biewer Terrier is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of the Biewer Terrier is 13.5 years.
The Biewer Terrier lives as long as the Border Collie.
Go to this article to learn more about Border Collie lifespan and how long Border Collie live.
Price of Border Collie versus Price of Biewer Terrier
The average price of the Border Collie puppy is $1000. The price of the Border Collie typically ranges from $600 – $1250. However, the price of a Border Collie can be as low as $100 and as high as $5500. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 1009 Border Collie puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The average price of the Biewer Terrier puppy is $2530. The price of the Biewer Terrier typically ranges from $2000 – $3000. However, the price of the Biewer Terrier can be as low as $650 and as high as $5000. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 188 Biewer Terrier puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Biewer Terrier is more expensive than the Border Collie.
Border Collie | Biewer Terrier | |
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Average Price | $1000 | $2530 |
Price Range | $600 to $1250 | $2000 to $3000 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Border Collie and Biewer Terrier. For different price points, the charts show how many Border Collie puppies or how many Biewer Terrier puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Border Collies. The typical price range is shaded Green.
A breakdown of the prices of Biewer Terriers
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Border Collie puppy or the Biewer Terrier puppy. This includes if health screening tests have been performed on the puppy, if the puppy is from a famous pedigree, the US State where the puppy is bred, etc.
Nevertheless, when looking to buy a puppy, look at buying a puppy only from well-established breeders that breed puppies primarily for the love of dogs, and secondarily for profit. Do not buy a puppy from a puppy mill. Puppy mills mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.
You may also consider adopting a dog instead of buying a dog.
Go to this article to learn more about Border Collie cost and price.
Check out our list of best Border Collie breeders here
The Popularity of Border Collie versus Popularity of Biewer Terrier
Every year, the American Kennel Club (AKC) publishes information on how popular a dog breed is in that particular year. The AKC gets the popularity information of a breed from how many dogs of that breed the owners register with the AKC every year. The AKC collects this data for about 200 dog breeds. The AKC collects this data for purebred dogs only(no mixed or hybrid dogs).
The graphs and the table below show the popularity of the Border Collie and the Biewer Terrier over the years.
Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Border Collie is more popular with dog owners than the Biewer Terrier. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Border Collie is 36 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Biewer Terrier is 82 out of about 200 dog breeds.
Popularity of Border Collie
Popularity of Biewer Terrier
Year | Border Collie Popularity Rank | Biewer Terrier Popularity Rank |
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2013 | 44 | no data |
2014 | 40 | no data |
2015 | 38 | no data |
2016 | 38 | no data |
2017 | 38 | no data |
2018 | 35 | no data |
2019 | 33 | no data |
2020 | 32 | no data |
2021 | 31 | 82.0 |
Health Problems of Border Collie versus Health Problems of Biewer Terrier
Every dog breed has its own set of health problems that it has a tendency to develop. There is nothing like a perfect dog breed.
Both the Border Collie and the Biewer Terrier are prone to certain genetic health conditions. The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) is the organization that keeps track of health problems in dogs. Based on the extensive records that the OFA keeps, the OFA knows what health problems each dog breed is naturally prone to develop. Hence, the OFA recommends which health screening that breeders should perform on a dog breed to make sure that the breeders won`t breed `defective` dog parents that can pass down defective genes to their puppy offspring.
The more health problems a dog breed is prone to develop, the more health tests the OFA will recommend for that dog breed.
Based on our review of OFA records, we found that the Border Collie is prone to more genetic health problems than the Biewer Terrier.
This is because the OFA recommends more screening health tests for the Border Collie than for the Biewer Terrier.
13 health tests are recommended for Border Collie while 8 tests are recommended for the Biewer Terrier.
Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Border Collies and in Biewer Terriers.
Border Collie Health Problems
Border Collies are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Border Collie puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.
The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.
If you want a Border Collie puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Border Collie breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.
The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Border Collies for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Border Collies here.
Biewer Terrier Health Problems
Biewer Terriers are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Biewer Terrier puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.
The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.
If you want a Biewer Terrier puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Biewer Terrier breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.
The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Biewer Terriers for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Biewer Terriers here.
More Discussions on Health Problems in Border Collies and Biewer Terriers
Based on our analysis of data from the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals, of all known genetic health problems in dogs, the health problem that is most commonly seen in the Border Collie Breed is Neuronal Ceroid Lipofuscinosis problems.
This is because the Border Collie ranks 2 out of 3 dog breeds for Neuronal Ceroid Lipofuscinosis problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 102 Border Collies, 1 of them had Neuronal Ceroid Lipofuscinosis problems.
The genetic diseases that were found to commonly occur in Border Collies, and how common these diseases are in Border Collies relative to other dog breeds, are given below:
Based on our analysis of data from the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals, of all known genetic health problems in dogs, the health problem that is most commonly seen in the Biewer Terrier Breed is Patella problems.
This is because the Biewer Terrier ranks 10 out of 145 dog breeds for Patella problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 298 Biewer Terriers, 25 of them had Patella problems.
The genetic diseases that were found to commonly occur in Biewer Terriers, and how common these diseases are in Biewer Terriers relative to other dog breeds, are given below:
The table below lists the common health problems in Border Collie and in Biewer Terrier and the rank (prevalence), compared to other dogs, of these health problems in the Border Collie and the Biewer Terrier:
Disease | Border Collie Rank | Biewer Terrier Rank |
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Neuronal Ceroid Lipofuscinosis problems | 2 out of 3 dog breeds | Not Common |
Baer Hearing Test problems | 11 out of 21 dog breeds | Not Common |
Degenerative Myelopathy problems | 13 out of 70 dog breeds | Not Common |
Shoulder problems | 14 out of 22 dog breeds | Not Common |
Dentition Database problems | 30 out of 49 dog breeds | Not Common |
Thyroid problems | 49 out of 115 dog breeds | Not Common |
Hips problems | 116 out of 198 dog breeds | Not Common |
Elbow problems | 117 out of 144 dog breeds | Not Common |
Patella problems | 132 out of 145 dog breeds | 10 out of 145 dog breeds |
Eyes problems | 135 out of 182 dog breeds | 41 out of 182 dog breeds |
*To learn more about each of these diseases, go to OFA.org and search for the disease.
Again, most of these health problems can be prevented through health screening. Responsible breeders screen male and female dog parents for genetic problems. These breeders will only breed dogs that are free of genetic defects. That way, there is little or no chance that their puppies will grow up to have genetic health problems. Always ask a breeder for the list of health tests the breeder screens their dogs for before buying a puppy from such a breeder.
Tolerates Being Alone: Border Collie versus Biewer Terrier
Border Collies do not like to be left alone.
Biewer Terriers can be left alone only for a short time.
Do Border Collies shed more than Biewer Terriers?
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
Biewer Terriers do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Border Collie or the Biewer Terrier?
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.
Biewer Terriers are very easy to groom.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Border Collie or the Biewer Terrier?
Border Collies get along fairly well with other dogs.
Biewer Terriers get along fairly well with other dogs.
Are Border Collies good family dogs? What about Biewer Terriers?
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.
Biewer Terriers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Is the Border Collie Easier to Train than the Biewer Terrier?
Border Collies are very easy to train.
Biewer Terriers are fairly easy to train.
Which one drools more, the Border Collie or the Biewer Terrier
Border Collies do have a very low tendency to drool.
Biewer Terriers do have a very low tendency to drool.
How Kid-friendly are Border Collies and Biewer Terriers?
Border Collies get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Biewer Terriers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Does the Border Collie Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Biewer Terrier?
Border Collies have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Biewer Terriers have a very low prey drive. This means they get won`t chase after smaller pets. They tend to get along well with other pets.
Do Border Collies Bark and Howl? What about Biewer Terriers?
Border Collies are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Biewer Terriers bark and howl, but not very much.
Can Border Collies Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Biewer Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather?
Border Collies can very well tolerate cold weather.
Biewer Terriers cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Wanderlust Potential: Border Collie vs. Biewer Terrier
Border Collies have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Biewer Terriers do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Can Border Collies Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Biewer Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather?
Border Collies can tolerate hot weather.
Biewer Terriers can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Is the Border Collie Better for Apartment Owners than the Biewer Terrier?
Border Collies do not adapt well to apartment living.
Biewer Terriers adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Border Collie or the Biewer Terrier?
Border Collies are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Biewer Terriers are OK 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 Biewer Terrier. So, see below the links to the comparison of the Border Collie to other breeds:
Border Collie versus Kai Ken Border Collie versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier Border Collie versus Bernese Mountain Dog Border Collie versus Australian Shepherd Border Collie versus Akita Border Collie versus Spanish Mastiff Border Collie versus Stabyhoun Border Collie versus Belgian Sheepdog Border Collie versus Saint Bernard Border Collie versus Welsh Terrier Border Collie versus Standard Schnauzer Border Collie versus Berger Picard Border Collie versus Glen of Imaal Terrier Border Collie versus Akbash Border Collie versus Shih Tzu Border Collie versus Cavapoo Border Collie versus Fila Brasileiro Border Collie versus French Spaniel Border Collie versus Bearded CollieConclusion: Border Collie versus Biewer Terrier. 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 Biewer Terrier better suits you and your family.