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- Border Collie Versus Dogue de Bordeaux: Introduction
- Border Collie versus Dogue de Bordeaux: Overview
- Border Collie versus Dogue de Bordeaux: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Border Collie and the Dogue de Bordeaux
- The Similarities Between the Border Collie and the Dogue de Bordeaux
- Size Comparison of the Border Collie versus Dogue de Bordeaux
- Lifespan of Border Collie versus Dogue de Bordeaux
- Temperament of the Border Collie Versus the Dogue de Bordeaux
- Price of Border Collie versus Price of Dogue de Bordeaux
- Adopting the Border Collie versus Adopting the Dogue de Bordeaux
- The Popularity of Border Collie versus Popularity of Dogue de Bordeaux
- Health Problems of Border Collie versus Health Problems of Dogue de Bordeaux
- Tolerates Being Alone: Border Collie versus Dogue de Bordeaux
- Do Border Collies shed more than Dogue de Bordeauxs?
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Border Collie or the Dogue de Bordeaux?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Border Collie or the Dogue de Bordeaux?
- Are Border Collies good family dogs? What about Dogue de Bordeauxs?
- Is the Border Collie Easier to Train than the Dogue de Bordeaux?
- Which one drools more, the Border Collie or the Dogue de Bordeaux
- How Kid-friendly are Border Collies and Dogue de Bordeauxs?
- Does the Border Collie Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Dogue de Bordeaux?
- Do Border Collies Bark and Howl? What about Dogue de Bordeauxs?
- Can Border Collies Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Dogue de Bordeauxs Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Border Collie vs. Dogue de Bordeaux
- Can Border Collies Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Dogue de Bordeauxs Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Border Collie Versus Other Dog Breeds
- Conclusion: Border Collie versus Dogue de Bordeaux. Which One is a Better Pet?
Border Collie Versus Dogue de Bordeaux: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Border Collie and the Dogue de Bordeaux? 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 Dogue de Bordeaux 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 Dogue de Bordeaux.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Border Collie and the Dogue de Bordeaux 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 Dogue de Bordeaux. 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 Dogue de Bordeaux.
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 Dogue de Bordeaux.
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 Dogue de Bordeaux: Overview
A very important difference between the Border Collie and the Dogue de Bordeaux is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Border Collie is a medium-sized dog while the Dogue de Bordeaux 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 Dogue de Bordeaux belongs to the Working Dogs group. Working Dogs were developed to assist humans in some capacity – including pulling sleds and carts, guarding flocks, guarding homes, and protecting their families. Breeds in the Working Group are known for their imposing stature, strength, intelligence, and fearless. Because of their size and strength, working dogs require a structured home life and firm, fair, consistent training by someone who can provide leadership without resorting to anger or physical force.
Border Collie versus Dogue de Bordeaux: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Border Collie to the Dogue de Bordeaux 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 Dogue de Bordeaux
Factor | Border Collie | Dogue de Bordeaux |
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Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 2/5 |
Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 1/5 |
Life Span | 12 to 15 years | 8 to 12 years |
Height | 18 to 22 inches tall at the shoulder | 23 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder |
Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 2/5 | 5/5 |
Good For Novice Owners | 2/5 | 1/5 |
General Health | 2/5 | 2/5 |
Does NOT Bark or Howl | 4/5 | 4/5 |
Dog Friendly | 3/5 | 1/5 |
Does NOT Shed | 3/5 | 3/5 |
Easy To Groom | 3/5 | 5/5 |
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 | 5/5 |
Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 4/5 |
Weight | 30 to 45 pounds | 120 to 140 pounds |
Tolerates Cold Weather | 4/5 | 3/5 |
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 | 1/5 |
Easy To Train | 5/5 | 2/5 |
Intelligence | 5/5 | 3/5 |
NOT Rambunctious | 1/5 | 4/5 |
Minimal Exercise Needs | 1/5 | 1/5 |
Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 3/5 |
Average Lifespan | 13.5 years | 10.0 years |
Average Price | $1000 | $2280 |
Price Range | $600 – $1250 | $1800 – $2500 |
Temperament Score | 82.4 percent | 78.0 percent |
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests | ||
Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds | 36 | 66 |
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 Dogue de Bordeaux. 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 Dogue de Bordeaux is 70 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Border Collie is a better pet than the Dogue de Bordeaux. So, you should get a Border Collie!
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Border Collie and the Dogue de Bordeaux
Below is a list of where the Border Collie and the Dogue de Bordeaux are most different:
The Similarities Between the Border Collie and the Dogue de Bordeaux
The Border Collie and the Dogue de Bordeaux are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Border Collie and the Dogue de Bordeaux are most similar:
Size Comparison of the Border Collie versus Dogue de Bordeaux
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Border Collie and the Dogue de Bordeaux.
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 Dogue de Bordeaux weighs 120 to 140 pounds when fully grown. The Dogue de Bordeaux is 23 to 27 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 Dogue de Bordeaux
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 Dogue de Bordeaux is between 8 to 12 years. The average lifespan of the Dogue de Bordeaux is 10.0 years.
The Border Collie lives longer than the Dogue de Bordeaux.
Go to this article to learn more about Border Collie lifespan and how long Border Collie live.
Temperament of the Border Collie Versus the Dogue de Bordeaux
The Border Collie has a better temperament than the Dogue de Bordeaux.
This is because the temperament score for the Border Collie is 82.4 percent while the temperament score for the Dogue de Bordeaux is 78.0 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 78.0 percent, the Dogue de Bordeaux has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Border Collie and the Dogue de Bordeaux by measuring the temperaments of 312 Border Collies and 100 Dogue de Bordeauxs.
Price of Border Collie versus Price of Dogue de Bordeaux
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 Dogue de Bordeaux puppy is $2280. The price of the Dogue de Bordeaux typically ranges from $1800 – $2500. However, the price of the Dogue de Bordeaux can be as low as $800 and as high as $5000. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 138 Dogue de Bordeaux puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Dogue de Bordeaux is more expensive than the Border Collie.
Border Collie | Dogue de Bordeaux | |
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Average Price | $1000 | $2280 |
Price Range | $600 to $1250 | $1800 to $2500 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Border Collie and Dogue de Bordeaux. For different price points, the charts show how many Border Collie puppies or how many Dogue de Bordeaux 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 Dogue de Bordeauxs
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Border Collie puppy or the Dogue de Bordeaux 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
Adopting the Border Collie versus Adopting the Dogue de Bordeaux
You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Border Collies and many Dogue de Bordeauxs 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 Rocky that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Border Collies like Rocky on pefinder.com.
Also, like Border Collies, Dogue de Bordeauxs are also available for adoption. For example, Georgie is a Male Dogue de Bordeaux that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Dogue de Bordeauxs like Georgie that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.
Sammy is the name of another Border Collie (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.
Also, Appa is an adorable Male Dogue de Bordeaux on petfinder.com that you can adopt.
You can find more Border Collies and Dogue de Bordeauxs that are available for adoption on petfinder.
The Popularity of Border Collie versus Popularity of Dogue de Bordeaux
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 Dogue de Bordeaux over the years.
Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Border Collie is more popular with dog owners than the Dogue de Bordeaux. 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 Dogue de Bordeaux is 66 out of about 200 dog breeds.
Popularity of Border Collie
Popularity of Dogue de Bordeaux
Year | Border Collie Popularity Rank | Dogue de Bordeaux Popularity Rank |
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2013 | 44 | 65 |
2014 | 40 | 63 |
2015 | 38 | 63 |
2016 | 38 | 63 |
2017 | 38 | 67 |
2018 | 35 | 67 |
2019 | 33 | 68 |
2020 | 32 | 71 |
2021 | 31 | 70 |
Health Problems of Border Collie versus Health Problems of Dogue de Bordeaux
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 Dogue de Bordeaux 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 Dogue de Bordeaux.
This is because the OFA recommends more screening health tests for the Border Collie than for the Dogue de Bordeaux.
13 health tests are recommended for Border Collie while 6 tests are recommended for the Dogue de Bordeaux.
Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Border Collies and in Dogue de Bordeauxs.
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.
Dogue de Bordeaux Health Problems
Dogue de Bordeauxs are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Dogue de Bordeaux 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 Dogue de Bordeaux puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Dogue de Bordeaux 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 Dogue de Bordeauxs for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Dogue de Bordeauxs here.
More Discussions on Health Problems in Border Collies and Dogue de Bordeauxs
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 Dogue de Bordeaux Breed is Shoulder problems.
This is because the Dogue de Bordeaux ranks 2 out of 22 dog breeds for Shoulder problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 250 Dogue de Bordeauxs, 23 of them had Shoulder problems.
The genetic diseases that were found to commonly occur in Dogue de Bordeauxs, and how common these diseases are in Dogue de Bordeauxs relative to other dog breeds, are given below:
The table below lists the common health problems in Border Collie and in Dogue de Bordeaux and the rank (prevalence), compared to other dogs, of these health problems in the Border Collie and the Dogue de Bordeaux:
Disease | Border Collie Rank | Dogue de Bordeaux 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 | 2 out of 22 dog breeds |
Dentition Database problems | 30 out of 49 dog breeds | Not Common |
Thyroid problems | 49 out of 115 dog breeds | 79 out of 115 dog breeds |
Hips problems | 116 out of 198 dog breeds | 4 out of 198 dog breeds |
Elbow problems | 117 out of 144 dog breeds | 14 out of 144 dog breeds |
Patella problems | 132 out of 145 dog breeds | 94 out of 145 dog breeds |
Eyes problems | 135 out of 182 dog breeds | 47 out of 182 dog breeds |
Advanced Cardiac problems | Not Common | 10 out of 71 dog breeds |
Congenital Cardiac problems | Not Common | 25 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 Dogue de Bordeaux
Border Collies do not like to be left alone.
Dogue de Bordeauxs do not like to be left alone.
Do Border Collies shed more than Dogue de Bordeauxs?
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
Dogue de Bordeauxs shed moderately.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Border Collie or the Dogue de Bordeaux?
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.
Dogue de Bordeauxs are very easy to groom.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Border Collie or the Dogue de Bordeaux?
Border Collies get along fairly well with other dogs.
Dogue de Bordeauxs do not get along well with other dogs.
Are Border Collies good family dogs? What about Dogue de Bordeauxs?
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.
Dogue de Bordeauxs are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Is the Border Collie Easier to Train than the Dogue de Bordeaux?
Border Collies are very easy to train.
Dogue de Bordeauxs are not easy to train.
Which one drools more, the Border Collie or the Dogue de Bordeaux
Border Collies do have a very low tendency to drool.
Dogue de Bordeauxs have a very high tendency to drool.
How Kid-friendly are Border Collies and Dogue de Bordeauxs?
Border Collies get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Dogue de Bordeauxs get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Does the Border Collie Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Dogue de Bordeaux?
Border Collies have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Dogue de Bordeauxs 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 Dogue de Bordeauxs?
Border Collies are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Dogue de Bordeauxs are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Can Border Collies Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Dogue de Bordeauxs Tolerate Cold Weather?
Border Collies can very well tolerate cold weather.
Dogue de Bordeauxs can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Border Collie vs. Dogue de Bordeaux
Border Collies have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Dogue de Bordeauxs 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 Dogue de Bordeauxs Tolerate Hot Weather?
Border Collies can tolerate hot weather.
Dogue de Bordeauxs cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
Is the Border Collie Better for Apartment Owners than the Dogue de Bordeaux?
Border Collies do not adapt well to apartment living.
Dogue de Bordeauxs adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Border Collie or the Dogue de Bordeaux?
Border Collies are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Dogue de Bordeauxs 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 Dogue de Bordeaux. So, see below the links to the comparison of the Border Collie to other breeds:
Border Collie versus Lowchen Border Collie versus Spanish Mastiff Border Collie versus Briard Border Collie versus Dogue de Bordeaux Border Collie versus Finnish Lapphund Border Collie versus Sussex Spaniel Border Collie versus Black Russian Terrier Border Collie versus Pyrenean Mastiff Border Collie versus Dalmatian Border Collie versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier Border Collie versus Silky Terrier Border Collie versus Welsh Springer Spaniel Border Collie versus Maltipoo Border Collie versus Bearded Collie Border Collie versus Lakeland Terrier Border Collie versus Portuguese Water Dog Border Collie versus Boston TerrierConclusion: Border Collie versus Dogue de Bordeaux. 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 Dogue de Bordeaux better suits you and your family.