Differences and Similarities between the Border Collie and the Chihuahua.

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Border Collie Versus Chihuahua: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Border Collie and the Chihuahua? 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 Chihuahua 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 Chihuahua.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Border Collie and the Chihuahua 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 Chihuahua. 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 Chihuahua.

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 Chihuahua.

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 Chihuahua

Border Collie versus Chihuahua: Overview

A very important difference between the Border Collie and the Chihuahua is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Border Collie is a medium-sized dog while the Chihuahua 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 Chihuahua belongs to the Companion Dogs group. Companion Dogs were bred to be companions for humans. Their main goal in life is to be with people, and they will be very sad if left to themselves for long hours day after day.

Border Collie versus Chihuahua: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Border Collie to the Chihuahua 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 Chihuahua

FactorBorder CollieChihuahua
Tolerates Being Alone1/51/5
Does NOT Drool5/55/5
Life Span12 to 15 years10 to 18 years
Height18 to 22 inches tall at the shoulder6 inches to 9 inches tall at the shoulder
Adapts Well To Apartment Living2/55/5
Good For Novice Owners2/54/5
General Health2/52/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl4/53/5
Dog Friendly3/52/5
Does NOT Shed3/54/5
Easy To Groom3/55/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight3/53/5
Does NOT chew on things3/53/5
Low Prey Drive3/53/5
Tendency NOT to Wander3/54/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor3/54/5
Weight30 to 45 pounds3 to 6 pounds
Tolerates Cold Weather4/51/5
Tolerates Hot Weather4/52/5
Kid-Friendly4/55/5
Easygoing1/51/5
Affectionate With Family5/55/5
Friendly Toward Strangers5/52/5
Easy To Train5/54/5
Intelligence5/54/5
NOT Rambunctious1/53/5
Minimal Exercise Needs1/55/5
Potential For Playfulness5/54/5
Average Lifespan13.5 years14.0 years
Average Price$1000$1820
Price Range$600 – $1250$850 – $2500
Temperament Score82.4 percent69.6 percent
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Clear By Parentage
  • Collie Eye Anomaly
  • Congenital Deafness
  • DNA Repository
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination, recommended annually until age 7
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Neuronal Ceroid Lipofuscinosis
  • Shoulders
  • TNS Info
  • Trapped Neutrophil Syndrome
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Eye Examination
  • Patellar Luxation
  • Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds3630
    Intelligence Rank (out of 130 Dog Breeds)167
    *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 Chihuahua. 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 Chihuahua is 84 out of 125.

    Despite the higher Better-Pet score of the Chihuahua, we still believe that the Border Collie is a better pet than the Chihuahua.

    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!

    Border Collie versus Chihuahua

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Border Collie and the Chihuahua

    Below is a list of where the Border Collie and the Chihuahua are most different:

  • Border Collies do not adapt well to apartment living. However, Chihuahuas adapt well to apartment living.
  • Border Collies can tolerate cold weather. However, Chihuahuas cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
  • Border Collies are very friendly towards strangers. However, Chihuahuas are not very friendly towards strangers.
  • Border Collies require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise. However, Chihuahuas have low exercise needs.
  • The Similarities Between the Border Collie and the Chihuahua

    The Border Collie and the Chihuahua are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Border Collie and the Chihuahua are most similar:

  • Both the Border Collie and the Chihuahua do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Border Collie and the Chihuahua do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Border Collie and the Chihuahua have the tendency to develop certain health problems.
  • Both the Border Collie and the Chihuahua are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Border Collie and the Chihuahua get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Border Collie and the Chihuahua are easily disturbed by noise in their environments. They are sensitive to human tone. They will understand the tone of your voice when you try to correct their behaviors with a firm tone.
  • Both the Border Collie and the Chihuahua are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Border Collie and the Chihuahua are very easy to train.
  • Both the Border Collie and the Chihuahua are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Border Collie and the Chihuahua are very playful.
  • Size Comparison of the Border Collie versus Chihuahua

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Border Collie and the Chihuahua.

    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 Chihuahua weighs 3 to 6 pounds when fully grown. The Chihuahua is 6 inches to 9 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Size of Border Collie versus Size of Chihuahua

    Here is our article on Border Collie size, Border Collie growth, and Border Collie weight.

    Lifespan of Border Collie versus Chihuahua

    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 Chihuahua is between 10 to 18 years. The average lifespan of the Chihuahua is 14.0 years.

    The Chihuahua lives longer than the Border Collie.

    Go to this article to learn more about Border Collie lifespan and how long Border Collie live.

    Border Collie versus Chihuahua

    Temperament of the Border Collie Versus the Chihuahua

    The Border Collie has a better temperament than the Chihuahua.

    This is because the temperament score for the Border Collie is 82.4 percent while the temperament score for the Chihuahua is 69.6 percent, according to the American Temperament Test Society (ATTS).

    The American Temperament Test Society (ATTS) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide fair and objective evaluations of the temperaments of dog breeds.

    Dog breeds with low temperament scores tend to show unprovoked aggression, they easily panic without quickly recovering from the panic, and they tend to avoid people. However, dog breeds with high temperament scores are not aggressive and are not shy. Also, these dogs are generally friendly and are protective of their owners.

    The average temperament score across all dog breeds (over 250 breeds) is 83.7 percent.

    With its temperament score of 82.4 percent, the Border Collie has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    With its temperament score of 69.6 percent, the Chihuahua has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Border Collie and the Chihuahua by measuring the temperaments of 312 Border Collies and 46 Chihuahuas.

    Price of Border Collie versus Price of Chihuahua

    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 Chihuahua puppy is $1820. The price of the Chihuahua typically ranges from $850 – $2500. However, the price of the Chihuahua can be as low as $100 and as high as $15500. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 1980 Chihuahua puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Chihuahua is more expensive than the Border Collie.

    Border Collie Chihuahua
    Average Price $1000 $1820
    Price Range $600 to $1250 $850 to $2500

    The charts below show the price distribution for the Border Collie and Chihuahua. For different price points, the charts show how many Border Collie puppies or how many Chihuahua 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 Border Collies. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Chihuahuas

    A breakdown of the prices of Chihuahuas

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Border Collie puppy or the Chihuahua 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

    Border Collie versus Chihuahua

    Adopting the Border Collie versus Adopting the Chihuahua

    You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Border Collies and many Chihuahuas are currently available for adoption.

    These adorable and cute dogs are waiting in dog shelters hoping that someday someone will rescue them. Furthermore, adoption costs are lesser than the cost of a new puppy. Dog adoption costs are usually around $300. In addition to your local dog shelter, a good place online to see dogs that are available for adoption is petfinder.com.

    Below is an adorable Male Border Collie named Sammy that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Border Collies like Sammy on pefinder.com.

    Also, like Border Collies, Chihuahuas are also available for adoption. For example, Leo Sr is a Male Chihuahua that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Chihuahuas like Leo Sr that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.

    The Border Collie and the Chihuahua can both be adopted. Images from petfinder.com

    Rocky is the name of another Border Collie (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.

    Also, A605924 is an adorable Male Chihuahua on petfinder.com that you can adopt.

    Border Collies and Chihuahuas are always available for adoption. Images and image labels from petfinder.com

    You can find more Border Collies and Chihuahuas that are available for adoption on petfinder.

    The Intelligence of the Border Collie versus the Intelligence of the Chihuahua

    Border Collie Chihuahua
    Intelligence Rank 1 out of 130 dog breeds 67 out of 130 dog breeds
    Trainability Tend To Learn New Commands After Fewer Than 5 Repetitions Tend To Learn New Commands After 40 To 80 Repetitions!

    Professor Stanley Coren, the famous psychology/neuropsychological professor and, dog lover/trainer measured and ranked the intelligence of about 130 different dog breeds.

    According to Prof. Stanley Coren, the total intelligence that a dog demonstrates is the addition of three types of intelligence. These intelligence types are:

  • Instinctive Intelligence: This is the natural intelligence a dog has because of what the dog was bred for. This type of intelligence comes from instinct. For example, dog breeds that were bred for guarding will have high `guarding` instinctive intelligence, while dog breeds that were bred for hunting will what high `hunting` instinctive intelligence. However, you cannot compare the intelligence of dog breeds based on instinctive intelligence because such a comparison will not make sense.
  • Adaptive Intelligence (learning and problem-solving ability): This indicates what a dog can learn to do for himself or herself. It includes learning and benefiting from experience with his environment, solving new problems, and so forth. Adaptive intelligence is specific to each dog, and not breed specific. Thus, two dogs can have remarkably different levels of adaptive intelligence even if they are of the same breed.
  • Working/Obedience Intelligence: This intelligence is the closest to what we might call school-learning ability and it is based upon what the dog can learn to do when instructed by humans. Importantly, different dog breeds have different learning abilities. Also, science has shown that some dog breeds can learn faster than some other breeds. This means certain dog breeds tend to have higher working/obedience intelligence than some other breeds. Dogs with high Working/Obedience Intelligence are smart and easy to train.

  • Prof. Coren showed that the Working/Obedience Intelligence of different dog breeds can be measured reliably. Thus, he was able to rank different dog breeds based on their Working/Obedience Intelligence.

    This is important because according to Prof. Coren, 51 percent of a dog`s intelligence comes from its genes while 49 percent of a dog`s intelligence comes from the dog`s environmental circumstances.

    To rank the intelligence of dog breeds, Prof. Coren employed the help of 208 dog obedience judges in North America to fill out a detailed survey on dog obedience. This number represented more than half of all of these judges in North America at the time. He also employed 63 veterinarians and 14 guard dog experts to collect data on the personality of different dog breeds.

    Prof. Coren found that the Border Collie has an obedience intelligence rank of 1 out of 130 dog breeds. The Border Collie belongs to the `Brightest Dogs` category. This means that Border Collies tend to learn new commands after fewer than 5 repetitions.

    The Chihuahua has an obedience intelligence rank of 67 out of 130 dog breeds. The Chihuahua belongs to the `Fair Working/Obedience Intelligence Dogs` category. This means that Chihuahuas tend to learn new commands after 40 to 80 repetitions!.

    The Border Collie is more intelligent than the Chihuahua.

    However, Prof. Coren noted that a dog should not be judged based on its intelligence alone, that other factors such as sociability, adorability, and compatibility with the owner are other very important factors that new dog owners need to consider when deciding on a new dog.

    The Popularity of Border Collie versus Popularity of Chihuahua

    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 Chihuahua over the years.

    Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Chihuahua is more popular with dog owners than the Border Collie. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Chihuahua is 30 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Border Collie is 36 out of about 200 dog breeds.

    Popularity of Border Collie

    Popularity of Border Collie

    Popularity of Chihuahua

    Popularity of Chihuahua

    Year Border Collie Popularity Rank Chihuahua Popularity Rank
    2013 44 22
    2014 40 24
    2015 38 28
    2016 38 30
    2017 38 32
    2018 35 33
    2019 33 35
    2020 32 34
    2021 31 37

    Health Problems of Border Collie versus Health Problems of Chihuahua

    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 Chihuahua 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 Chihuahua.

    This is because the OFA recommends more screening health tests for the Border Collie than for the Chihuahua.

    13 health tests are recommended for Border Collie while 3 tests are recommended for the Chihuahua.

    Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Border Collies and in Chihuahuas.

    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:

  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Clear By Parentage
  • Collie Eye Anomaly
  • Congenital Deafness
  • DNA Repository
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination, recommended annually until age 7
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Neuronal Ceroid Lipofuscinosis
  • Shoulders
  • TNS Info
  • Trapped Neutrophil Syndrome

  • You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Border Collies here.

    Chihuahua Health Problems

    Chihuahuas are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Chihuahua 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 Chihuahua puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Chihuahua 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 Chihuahuas for:

  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Eye Examination
  • Patellar Luxation

  • You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Chihuahuas here.

    More Discussions on Health Problems in Border Collies and Chihuahuas

    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:

  • Neuronal Ceroid Lipofuscinosis problems: Rank 2 out of 3 Dog Breeds
  • Baer Hearing Test problems: Rank 11 out of 21 Dog Breeds
  • Degenerative Myelopathy problems: Rank 13 out of 70 Dog Breeds
  • Shoulder problems: Rank 14 out of 22 Dog Breeds
  • Dentition Database problems: Rank 30 out of 49 Dog Breeds
  • Thyroid problems: Rank 49 out of 115 Dog Breeds
  • Hips problems: Rank 116 out of 198 Dog Breeds
  • Elbow problems: Rank 117 out of 144 Dog Breeds
  • Patella problems: Rank 132 out of 145 Dog Breeds
  • Eyes problems: Rank 135 out of 182 Dog Breeds
  • 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 Chihuahua Breed is Legg-Calve-Perthes problems.

    This is because the Chihuahua ranks 2 out of 40 dog breeds for Legg-Calve-Perthes problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 129 Chihuahuas, 2 of them had Legg-Calve-Perthes problems.

    The genetic diseases that were found to commonly occur in Chihuahuas, and how common these diseases are in Chihuahuas relative to other dog breeds, are given below:

  • Legg-Calve-Perthes problems: Rank 2 out of 40 Dog Breeds
  • Patella problems: Rank 24 out of 145 Dog Breeds
  • Degenerative Myelopathy problems: Rank 50 out of 70 Dog Breeds
  • Congenital Cardiac problems: Rank 64 out of 159 Dog Breeds
  • Eyes problems: Rank 92 out of 182 Dog Breeds
  • Hips problems: Rank 157 out of 198 Dog Breeds

  • The table below lists the common health problems in Border Collie and in Chihuahua and the rank (prevalence), compared to other dogs, of these health problems in the Border Collie and the Chihuahua:

    Disease Border Collie Rank Chihuahua Rank
    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 50 out of 70 dog breeds
    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 157 out of 198 dog breeds
    Elbow problems 117 out of 144 dog breeds Not Common
    Patella problems 132 out of 145 dog breeds 24 out of 145 dog breeds
    Eyes problems 135 out of 182 dog breeds 92 out of 182 dog breeds
    Legg-Calve-Perthes problems Not Common 2 out of 40 dog breeds
    Congenital Cardiac problems Not Common 64 out of 159 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 Chihuahua

    Border Collies do not like to be left alone.

    Chihuahuas do not like to be left alone.

    Do Border Collies shed more than Chihuahuas?

    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

    Chihuahuas do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Border Collie or the Chihuahua?

    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.

    Chihuahuas are very easy to groom.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Border Collie or the Chihuahua?

    Border Collies get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Chihuahuas do not get along well with other dogs.

    Are Border Collies good family dogs? What about Chihuahuas?

    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.

    Chihuahuas are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Is the Border Collie Easier to Train than the Chihuahua?

    Border Collies are very easy to train.

    Chihuahuas are very easy to train.

    Which one drools more, the Border Collie or the Chihuahua

    Border Collies do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Chihuahuas do have a very low tendency to drool.

    How Kid-friendly are Border Collies and Chihuahuas?

    Border Collies get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Chihuahuas get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Does the Border Collie Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Chihuahua?

    Border Collies have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.

    Chihuahuas have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.

    Do Border Collies Bark and Howl? What about Chihuahuas?

    Border Collies are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.

    Chihuahuas bark and howl, but not very much.

    Can Border Collies Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Chihuahuas Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Border Collies can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Chihuahuas cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Wanderlust Potential: Border Collie vs. Chihuahua

    Border Collies have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.

    Chihuahuas 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 Chihuahuas Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Border Collies can tolerate hot weather.

    Chihuahuas cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.

    Is the Border Collie Better for Apartment Owners than the Chihuahua?

    Border Collies do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Chihuahuas adapt very well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Border Collie or the Chihuahua?

    Border Collies are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Chihuahuas 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 Chihuahua. So, see below the links to the comparison of the Border Collie to other breeds:

    Border Collie versus Chinook     Border Collie versus Braque du Bourbonnais     Border Collie versus Black and Tan Coonhound     Border Collie versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen     Border Collie versus Puli     Border Collie versus American Water Spaniel     Border Collie versus Giant Schnauzer     Border Collie versus Golden Cocker Retriever     Border Collie versus Puggle     Border Collie versus Basenji     Border Collie versus Pug     Border Collie versus Chinese Crested     Border Collie versus Pomapoo     Border Collie versus Finnish Spitz     Border Collie versus French Bulldog     Border Collie versus Sloughi     Border Collie versus American Foxhound     

    Conclusion: Border Collie versus Chihuahua. 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 Chihuahua better suits you and your family.