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- Border Collie Versus Cesky Terrier: Introduction
- Border Collie versus Cesky Terrier: Overview
- Border Collie versus Cesky Terrier: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Border Collie and the Cesky Terrier
- The Similarities Between the Border Collie and the Cesky Terrier
- Size Comparison of the Border Collie versus Cesky Terrier
- Lifespan of Border Collie versus Cesky Terrier
- The Popularity of Border Collie versus Popularity of Cesky Terrier
- Health Problems of Border Collie versus Health Problems of Cesky Terrier
- Tolerates Being Alone: Border Collie versus Cesky Terrier
- Do Border Collies shed more than Cesky Terriers?
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Border Collie or the Cesky Terrier?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Border Collie or the Cesky Terrier?
- Are Border Collies good family dogs? What about Cesky Terriers?
- Is the Border Collie Easier to Train than the Cesky Terrier?
- Which one drools more, the Border Collie or the Cesky Terrier
- How Kid-friendly are Border Collies and Cesky Terriers?
- Does the Border Collie Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Cesky Terrier?
- Do Border Collies Bark and Howl? What about Cesky Terriers?
- Can Border Collies Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Cesky Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Border Collie vs. Cesky Terrier
- Can Border Collies Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Cesky Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Border Collie Versus Other Dog Breeds
- Conclusion: Border Collie versus Cesky Terrier. Which One is a Better Pet?
Border Collie Versus Cesky Terrier: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Border Collie and the Cesky 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 Cesky 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 Cesky Terrier.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Border Collie and the Cesky 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 Cesky 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 Cesky 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 Cesky 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 Cesky Terrier: Overview
A very important difference between the Border Collie and the Cesky Terrier is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Border Collie is a medium-sized dog while the Cesky Terrier is a small-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 Cesky 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 Cesky Terrier: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Border Collie to the Cesky 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 Cesky Terrier
| Factor | Border Collie | Cesky Terrier |
|---|---|---|
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Life Span | 12 to 15 years | 10 to 15 years |
| Height | 18 to 22 inches tall at the shoulder | 10 to 13 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| General Health | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Weight | 30 to 45 pounds | 13 to 30 pounds |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Easygoing | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Train | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Intelligence | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Average Lifespan | 13.5 years | 12.5 years |
| Average Price | $1000 | No Data |
| Price Range | $600 – $1250 | No Data |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests | ||
| Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds | 36 | 184 |
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 Cesky 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 Cesky Terrier is 89 out of 125.
Despite the higher Better-Pet score of the Cesky Terrier, we still believe that the Border Collie is a better pet than the Cesky 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 Cesky Terrier
Below is a list of where the Border Collie and the Cesky Terrier are most different:
The Similarities Between the Border Collie and the Cesky Terrier
The Border Collie and the Cesky Terrier are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Border Collie and the Cesky Terrier are most similar:
Size Comparison of the Border Collie versus Cesky Terrier
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Border Collie and the Cesky 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 Cesky Terrier weighs 13 to 30 pounds when fully grown. The Cesky Terrier is 10 to 13 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Here is our article on Border Collie size, Border Collie growth, and Border Collie weight.
Lifespan of Border Collie versus Cesky 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 Cesky Terrier is between 10 to 15 years. The average lifespan of the Cesky Terrier is 12.5 years.
The Border Collie lives longer than the Cesky Terrier.
Go to this article to learn more about Border Collie lifespan and how long Border Collie live.
The Popularity of Border Collie versus Popularity of Cesky 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 Cesky Terrier over the years.
Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Border Collie is more popular with dog owners than the Cesky 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 Cesky Terrier is 184 out of about 200 dog breeds.
Popularity of Border Collie
Popularity of Cesky Terrier
| Year | Border Collie Popularity Rank | Cesky Terrier Popularity Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 44 | 174 |
| 2014 | 40 | 182 |
| 2015 | 38 | 179 |
| 2016 | 38 | 182 |
| 2017 | 38 | 185 |
| 2018 | 35 | 185 |
| 2019 | 33 | 188 |
| 2020 | 32 | 191 |
| 2021 | 31 | 190 |
Health Problems of Border Collie versus Health Problems of Cesky 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 Cesky 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 Cesky Terrier.
This is because the OFA recommends more screening health tests for the Border Collie than for the Cesky Terrier.
13 health tests are recommended for Border Collie while 7 tests are recommended for the Cesky Terrier.
Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Border Collies and in Cesky 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.
Cesky Terrier Health Problems
Cesky Terriers are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Cesky 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 Cesky Terrier puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Cesky 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 Cesky Terriers for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Cesky Terriers here.
Tolerates Being Alone: Border Collie versus Cesky Terrier
Border Collies do not like to be left alone.
Cesky Terriers can be left alone only for a short time.
Do Border Collies shed more than Cesky 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
Cesky Terriers do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Border Collie or the Cesky 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.
Cesky Terriers are very easy to groom.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Border Collie or the Cesky Terrier?
Border Collies get along fairly well with other dogs.
Cesky Terriers do not get along well with other dogs.
Are Border Collies good family dogs? What about Cesky 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.
Cesky Terriers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Is the Border Collie Easier to Train than the Cesky Terrier?
Border Collies are very easy to train.
Cesky Terriers are very easy to train.
Which one drools more, the Border Collie or the Cesky Terrier
Border Collies do have a very low tendency to drool.
Cesky Terriers do have a very low tendency to drool.
How Kid-friendly are Border Collies and Cesky Terriers?
Border Collies get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Cesky Terriers get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Does the Border Collie Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Cesky Terrier?
Border Collies have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Cesky 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 Cesky Terriers?
Border Collies are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Cesky Terriers bark and howl, but not very much.
Can Border Collies Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Cesky Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather?
Border Collies can very well tolerate cold weather.
Cesky Terriers can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Border Collie vs. Cesky Terrier
Border Collies have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Cesky Terriers have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Border Collies Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Cesky Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather?
Border Collies can tolerate hot weather.
Cesky Terriers can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Is the Border Collie Better for Apartment Owners than the Cesky Terrier?
Border Collies do not adapt well to apartment living.
Cesky Terriers adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Border Collie or the Cesky Terrier?
Border Collies are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Cesky Terriers are very good 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 Cesky Terrier. So, see below the links to the comparison of the Border Collie to other breeds:
Border Collie versus Scottish Deerhound Border Collie versus Black and Tan Coonhound Border Collie versus Boxer Border Collie versus Yorkipoo Border Collie versus Bullmastiff Border Collie versus Chinese Crested Border Collie versus Lakeland Terrier Border Collie versus Black Mouth Cur Border Collie versus Shiloh Shepherd Border Collie versus Stabyhoun Border Collie versus Cesky Terrier Border Collie versus Pyredoodle Border Collie versus Chow Chow Border Collie versus Cockapoo Border Collie versus KeeshondConclusion: Border Collie versus Cesky 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 Cesky Terrier better suits you and your family.
