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- Border Collie Versus Cockalier: Introduction
- Border Collie versus Cockalier: Overview
- Border Collie versus Cockalier: Comparison Table
- The Similarities Between the Border Collie and the Cockalier
- Size Comparison of the Border Collie versus Cockalier
- Lifespan of Border Collie versus Cockalier
- Price of Border Collie versus Price of Cockalier
- Tolerates Being Alone: Border Collie versus Cockalier
- Do Border Collies shed more than Cockaliers?
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Border Collie or the Cockalier?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Border Collie or the Cockalier?
- Are Border Collies good family dogs? What about Cockaliers?
- Is the Border Collie Easier to Train than the Cockalier?
- Which one drools more, the Border Collie or the Cockalier
- How Kid-friendly are Border Collies and Cockaliers?
- Does the Border Collie Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Cockalier?
- Do Border Collies Bark and Howl? What about Cockaliers?
- Can Border Collies Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Cockaliers Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Border Collie vs. Cockalier
- Can Border Collies Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Cockaliers Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Border Collie Versus Other Dog Breeds
- Conclusion: Border Collie versus Cockalier. Which One is a Better Pet?
Border Collie Versus Cockalier: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Border Collie and the Cockalier? 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 Cockalier 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 Cockalier.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Border Collie and the Cockalier 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 Cockalier. 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 Cockalier.
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 Cockalier.
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 Cockalier: Overview
A very important difference between the Border Collie and the Cockalier is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Border Collie is a medium-sized dog while the Cockalier 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 Cockalier belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.
Border Collie versus Cockalier: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Border Collie to the Cockalier 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 Cockalier
| Factor | Border Collie | Cockalier |
|---|---|---|
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| 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 | 12 to 15 inches |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| General Health | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Weight | 30 to 45 pounds | 10 to 28 pounds |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| 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 | 4/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Average Lifespan | 13.5 years | 13.5 years |
| Average Price | $1000 | $1380 |
| Price Range | $600 – $1250 | $995 – $1800 |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests | No Data |
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 Cockalier. 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 Cockalier is 89 out of 125.
Despite the higher Better-Pet score of the Cockalier, we still believe that the Border Collie is a better pet than the Cockalier.
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 Similarities Between the Border Collie and the Cockalier
The Border Collie and the Cockalier are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Border Collie and the Cockalier are most similar:
Size Comparison of the Border Collie versus Cockalier
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Border Collie and the Cockalier.
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 Cockalier weighs 10 to 28 pounds when fully grown. The Cockalier is 12 to 15 inches when fully grown.
Here is our article on Border Collie size, Border Collie growth, and Border Collie weight.
Lifespan of Border Collie versus Cockalier
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 Cockalier is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of the Cockalier is 13.5 years.
The Cockalier 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 Cockalier
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 Cockalier puppy is $1380. The price of the Cockalier typically ranges from $995 – $1800. However, the price of the Cockalier can be as low as $395 and as high as $2800. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 121 Cockalier puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Cockalier is more expensive than the Border Collie.
| Border Collie | Cockalier | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $1000 | $1380 |
| Price Range | $600 to $1250 | $995 to $1800 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Border Collie and Cockalier. For different price points, the charts show how many Border Collie puppies or how many Cockalier 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 Cockaliers
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Border Collie puppy or the Cockalier 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
Tolerates Being Alone: Border Collie versus Cockalier
Border Collies do not like to be left alone.
Cockaliers do not like to be left alone.
Do Border Collies shed more than Cockaliers?
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
Cockaliers do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Border Collie or the Cockalier?
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.
Cockaliers are very easy to groom.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Border Collie or the Cockalier?
Border Collies get along fairly well with other dogs.
Cockaliers get along very well with other dogs.
Are Border Collies good family dogs? What about Cockaliers?
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.
Cockaliers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Is the Border Collie Easier to Train than the Cockalier?
Border Collies are very easy to train.
Cockaliers are very easy to train.
Which one drools more, the Border Collie or the Cockalier
Border Collies do have a very low tendency to drool.
Cockaliers do have a very low tendency to drool.
How Kid-friendly are Border Collies and Cockaliers?
Border Collies get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Cockaliers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Does the Border Collie Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Cockalier?
Border Collies have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Cockaliers have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Do Border Collies Bark and Howl? What about Cockaliers?
Border Collies are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Cockaliers are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Can Border Collies Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Cockaliers Tolerate Cold Weather?
Border Collies can very well tolerate cold weather.
Cockaliers cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Wanderlust Potential: Border Collie vs. Cockalier
Border Collies have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Cockaliers 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 Cockaliers Tolerate Hot Weather?
Border Collies can tolerate hot weather.
Cockaliers cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
Is the Border Collie Better for Apartment Owners than the Cockalier?
Border Collies do not adapt well to apartment living.
Cockaliers adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Border Collie or the Cockalier?
Border Collies are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Cockaliers 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 Cockalier. So, see below the links to the comparison of the Border Collie to other breeds:
Border Collie versus Karelian Bear Dog Border Collie versus Black Russian Terrier Border Collie versus Lakeland Terrier Border Collie versus Dachshund Border Collie versus Coton de Tulear Border Collie versus Sealyham Terrier Border Collie versus Bich Poo Border Collie versus Briard Border Collie versus Irish Terrier Border Collie versus Bull Terrier Border Collie versus Cavachon Border Collie versus Black Mouth Cur Border Collie versus Siberian HuskyConclusion: Border Collie versus Cockalier. 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 Cockalier better suits you and your family.
