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- Border Collie Versus Dutch Shepherd: Introduction
- Border Collie versus Dutch Shepherd: Overview
- Border Collie versus Dutch Shepherd: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Border Collie and the Dutch Shepherd
- The Similarities Between the Border Collie and the Dutch Shepherd
- Size Comparison of the Border Collie versus Dutch Shepherd
- Lifespan of Border Collie versus Dutch Shepherd
- Temperament of the Dutch Shepherd Versus the Border Collie
- Price of Border Collie versus Price of Dutch Shepherd
- Adopting the Border Collie versus Adopting the Dutch Shepherd
- Tolerates Being Alone: Border Collie versus Dutch Shepherd
- Do Border Collies shed more than Dutch Shepherds?
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Border Collie or the Dutch Shepherd?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Border Collie or the Dutch Shepherd?
- Are Border Collies good family dogs? What about Dutch Shepherds?
- Is the Border Collie Easier to Train than the Dutch Shepherd?
- Which one drools more, the Border Collie or the Dutch Shepherd
- How Kid-friendly are Border Collies and Dutch Shepherds?
- Does the Border Collie Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Dutch Shepherd?
- Do Border Collies Bark and Howl? What about Dutch Shepherds?
- Can Border Collies Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Dutch Shepherds Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Border Collie vs. Dutch Shepherd
- Can Border Collies Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Dutch Shepherds Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Border Collie Versus Other Dog Breeds
- Conclusion: Border Collie versus Dutch Shepherd. Which One is a Better Pet?
Border Collie Versus Dutch Shepherd: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Border Collie and the Dutch Shepherd? 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 Dutch Shepherd 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 Dutch Shepherd.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Border Collie and the Dutch Shepherd 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 Dutch Shepherd. 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 Dutch Shepherd.
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 Dutch Shepherd.
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 Dutch Shepherd: Overview
Both the Border Collie and the Dutch Shepherd are similar in size. The Border Collie and the Dutch Shepherd are both medium-sized dogs.
Furthermore, both the Border Collie and the Dutch Shepherd are Herding Dogs. This means both the Border Collie and the Dutch Shepherd 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.
Border Collie versus Dutch Shepherd: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Border Collie to the Dutch Shepherd 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 Dutch Shepherd
| Factor | Border Collie | Dutch Shepherd |
|---|---|---|
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Life Span | 12 to 15 years | 12 to 15 years |
| Height | 18 to 22 inches tall at the shoulder | 21 to 25 inches |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| 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 | 2/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| 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 | 3/5 |
| Weight | 30 to 45 pounds | 50 to 70 pounds |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Easygoing | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Easy To Train | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Intelligence | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Average Lifespan | 13.5 years | 13.5 years |
| Average Price | $1000 | $1450 |
| Price Range | $600 – $1250 | $800 – $1500 |
| Temperament Score | 82.4 percent | 96.2 percent |
| 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 Dutch Shepherd. 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 Dutch Shepherd is 85 out of 125.
Despite the higher Better-Pet score of the Dutch Shepherd, we still believe that the Border Collie is a better pet than the Dutch Shepherd.
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 Dutch Shepherd
Below is a list of where the Border Collie and the Dutch Shepherd are most different:
The Similarities Between the Border Collie and the Dutch Shepherd
The Border Collie and the Dutch Shepherd are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Border Collie and the Dutch Shepherd are most similar:
Size Comparison of the Border Collie versus Dutch Shepherd
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Border Collie and the Dutch Shepherd.
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 Dutch Shepherd weighs 50 to 70 pounds when fully grown. The Dutch Shepherd is 21 to 25 inches when fully grown.
Here is our article on Border Collie size, Border Collie growth, and Border Collie weight.
Lifespan of Border Collie versus Dutch Shepherd
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 Dutch Shepherd is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of the Dutch Shepherd is 13.5 years.
The Dutch Shepherd lives as long as the Border Collie.
Go to this article to learn more about Border Collie lifespan and how long Border Collie live.
Temperament of the Dutch Shepherd Versus the Border Collie
The Dutch Shepherd has a better temperament than the Border Collie.
This is because the temperament score for the Dutch Shepherd is 96.2 percent while the temperament score for the Border Collie is 82.4 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 96.2 percent, the Dutch Shepherd has an above-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Border Collie and the Dutch Shepherd by measuring the temperaments of 312 Border Collies and 26 Dutch Shepherds.
Price of Border Collie versus Price of Dutch Shepherd
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 Dutch Shepherd puppy is $1450. The price of the Dutch Shepherd typically ranges from $800 – $1500. However, the price of the Dutch Shepherd can be as low as $100 and as high as $5000. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 164 Dutch Shepherd puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Dutch Shepherd is more expensive than the Border Collie.
| Border Collie | Dutch Shepherd | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $1000 | $1450 |
| Price Range | $600 to $1250 | $800 to $1500 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Border Collie and Dutch Shepherd. For different price points, the charts show how many Border Collie puppies or how many Dutch Shepherd 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 Dutch Shepherds
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Border Collie puppy or the Dutch Shepherd 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 Dutch Shepherd
You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Border Collies and many Dutch Shepherds 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, Dutch Shepherds are also available for adoption. For example, Rimac – Located In Colorado is a Male Dutch Shepherd that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Dutch Shepherds like Rimac – Located In Colorado that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.
Rocky is the name of another Border Collie (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.
You can find more Border Collies and Dutch Shepherds that are available for adoption on petfinder.
Tolerates Being Alone: Border Collie versus Dutch Shepherd
Border Collies do not like to be left alone.
Dutch Shepherds do not like to be left alone.
Do Border Collies shed more than Dutch Shepherds?
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
Dutch Shepherds shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Border Collie or the Dutch Shepherd?
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.
Dutch Shepherds are moderately easy to groom.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Border Collie or the Dutch Shepherd?
Border Collies get along fairly well with other dogs.
Dutch Shepherds get along very well with other dogs.
Are Border Collies good family dogs? What about Dutch Shepherds?
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.
Dutch Shepherds are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Is the Border Collie Easier to Train than the Dutch Shepherd?
Border Collies are very easy to train.
Dutch Shepherds are very easy to train.
Which one drools more, the Border Collie or the Dutch Shepherd
Border Collies do have a very low tendency to drool.
Dutch Shepherds do have a very low tendency to drool.
How Kid-friendly are Border Collies and Dutch Shepherds?
Border Collies get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Dutch Shepherds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Does the Border Collie Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Dutch Shepherd?
Border Collies have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Dutch Shepherds have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Do Border Collies Bark and Howl? What about Dutch Shepherds?
Border Collies are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Dutch Shepherds are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Can Border Collies Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Dutch Shepherds Tolerate Cold Weather?
Border Collies can very well tolerate cold weather.
Dutch Shepherds can very well tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Border Collie vs. Dutch Shepherd
Border Collies have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Dutch Shepherds 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 Dutch Shepherds Tolerate Hot Weather?
Border Collies can tolerate hot weather.
Dutch Shepherds can tolerate hot weather.
Is the Border Collie Better for Apartment Owners than the Dutch Shepherd?
Border Collies do not adapt well to apartment living.
Dutch Shepherds adapt moderately well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Border Collie or the Dutch Shepherd?
Border Collies are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Dutch Shepherds are OK for new dog owners.
Border Collie Versus Other Dog Breeds
You may also be interested in how the Border Collie compares to other breeds aside from the Dutch Shepherd. So, see below the links to the comparison of the Border Collie to other breeds:
Border Collie versus Caucasian Shepherd Dog Border Collie versus English Cocker Spaniel Border Collie versus Great Pyrenees Border Collie versus Leonberger Border Collie versus Manchester Terrier Border Collie versus Bernese Mountain Dog Border Collie versus Mountain Cur Border Collie versus Beagle Border Collie versus Bouvier des Flandres Border Collie versus French Spaniel Border Collie versus Hovawart Border Collie versus Redbone Coonhound Border Collie versus Miniature Schnauzer Border Collie versus Bluetick Coonhound Border Collie versus Tibetan Terrier Border Collie versus Braque du Bourbonnais Border Collie versus Treeing Walker Coonhound Border Collie versus Pointer Border Collie versus Chorkie Border Collie versus BorzoiConclusion: Border Collie versus Dutch Shepherd. 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 Dutch Shepherd better suits you and your family.
