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- Border Collie Versus Fila Brasileiro: Introduction
- Border Collie versus Fila Brasileiro: Overview
- Border Collie versus Fila Brasileiro: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Border Collie and the Fila Brasileiro
- The Similarities Between the Border Collie and the Fila Brasileiro
- Size Comparison of the Border Collie versus Fila Brasileiro
- Lifespan of Border Collie versus Fila Brasileiro
- Temperament of the Border Collie Versus the Fila Brasileiro
- Price of Border Collie versus Price of Fila Brasileiro
- Tolerates Being Alone: Border Collie versus Fila Brasileiro
- Do Border Collies shed more than Fila Brasileiros?
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Border Collie or the Fila Brasileiro?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Border Collie or the Fila Brasileiro?
- Are Border Collies good family dogs? What about Fila Brasileiros?
- Is the Border Collie Easier to Train than the Fila Brasileiro?
- Which one drools more, the Border Collie or the Fila Brasileiro
- How Kid-friendly are Border Collies and Fila Brasileiros?
- Does the Border Collie Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Fila Brasileiro?
- Do Border Collies Bark and Howl? What about Fila Brasileiros?
- Can Border Collies Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Fila Brasileiros Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Border Collie vs. Fila Brasileiro
- Can Border Collies Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Fila Brasileiros Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Border Collie Versus Other Dog Breeds
- Conclusion: Border Collie versus Fila Brasileiro. Which One is a Better Pet?
Border Collie Versus Fila Brasileiro: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Border Collie and the Fila Brasileiro? 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 Fila Brasileiro 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 Fila Brasileiro.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Border Collie and the Fila Brasileiro 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 Fila Brasileiro. 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 Fila Brasileiro.
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 Fila Brasileiro.
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 Fila Brasileiro: Overview
A very important difference between the Border Collie and the Fila Brasileiro is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Border Collie is a medium-sized dog while the Fila Brasileiro is a giant-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 Fila Brasileiro 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 Fila Brasileiro: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Border Collie to the Fila Brasileiro 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 Fila Brasileiro
| Factor | Border Collie | Fila Brasileiro |
|---|---|---|
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Life Span | 12 to 15 years | 9 to 12 years |
| Height | 18 to 22 inches tall at the shoulder | 24 to 30 inches |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| General Health | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Weight | 30 to 45 pounds | 90 to 180 pounds |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Easygoing | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 5/5 | 1/5 |
| Easy To Train | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Intelligence | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Average Lifespan | 13.5 years | 10.5 years |
| Average Price | $1000 | $1330 |
| Price Range | $600 – $1250 | $1000 – $1575 |
| Temperament Score | 82.4 percent | 78.6 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 Fila Brasileiro. 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 Fila Brasileiro is 62 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Border Collie is a better pet than the Fila Brasileiro. So, you should get a Border Collie!
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Border Collie and the Fila Brasileiro
Below is a list of where the Border Collie and the Fila Brasileiro are most different:
The Similarities Between the Border Collie and the Fila Brasileiro
The Border Collie and the Fila Brasileiro are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Border Collie and the Fila Brasileiro are most similar:
Size Comparison of the Border Collie versus Fila Brasileiro
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Border Collie and the Fila Brasileiro.
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 Fila Brasileiro weighs 90 to 180 pounds when fully grown. The Fila Brasileiro is 24 to 30 inches when fully grown.
Here is our article on Border Collie size, Border Collie growth, and Border Collie weight.
Lifespan of Border Collie versus Fila Brasileiro
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 Fila Brasileiro is between 9 to 12 years. The average lifespan of the Fila Brasileiro is 10.5 years.
The Border Collie lives longer than the Fila Brasileiro.
Go to this article to learn more about Border Collie lifespan and how long Border Collie live.
Temperament of the Border Collie Versus the Fila Brasileiro
The Border Collie has a better temperament than the Fila Brasileiro.
This is because the temperament score for the Border Collie is 82.4 percent while the temperament score for the Fila Brasileiro is 78.6 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 78.6 percent, the Fila Brasileiro has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Border Collie and the Fila Brasileiro by measuring the temperaments of 312 Border Collies and 14 Fila Brasileiros.
Price of Border Collie versus Price of Fila Brasileiro
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 Fila Brasileiro puppy is $1330. The price of the Fila Brasileiro typically ranges from $1000 – $1575. However, the price of the Fila Brasileiro can be as low as $1000 and as high as $1800. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 4 Fila Brasileiro puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Fila Brasileiro is more expensive than the Border Collie.
| Border Collie | Fila Brasileiro | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $1000 | $1330 |
| Price Range | $600 to $1250 | $1000 to $1575 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Border Collie and Fila Brasileiro. For different price points, the charts show how many Border Collie puppies or how many Fila Brasileiro 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 Fila Brasileiros
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Border Collie puppy or the Fila Brasileiro 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 Fila Brasileiro
Border Collies do not like to be left alone.
Fila Brasileiros can be left alone only for a short time.
Do Border Collies shed more than Fila Brasileiros?
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
Fila Brasileiros do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Border Collie or the Fila Brasileiro?
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.
Fila Brasileiros are very easy to groom.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Border Collie or the Fila Brasileiro?
Border Collies get along fairly well with other dogs.
Fila Brasileiros do not get along well with other dogs.
Are Border Collies good family dogs? What about Fila Brasileiros?
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.
Fila Brasileiros are good family dogs. They are affectionate with family.
Is the Border Collie Easier to Train than the Fila Brasileiro?
Border Collies are very easy to train.
Fila Brasileiros are not easy to train.
Which one drools more, the Border Collie or the Fila Brasileiro
Border Collies do have a very low tendency to drool.
Fila Brasileiros drool moderately.
How Kid-friendly are Border Collies and Fila Brasileiros?
Border Collies get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Fila Brasileiros get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Does the Border Collie Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Fila Brasileiro?
Border Collies have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Fila Brasileiros 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 Fila Brasileiros?
Border Collies are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Fila Brasileiros bark and howl, but not very much.
Can Border Collies Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Fila Brasileiros Tolerate Cold Weather?
Border Collies can very well tolerate cold weather.
Fila Brasileiros cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Wanderlust Potential: Border Collie vs. Fila Brasileiro
Border Collies have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Fila Brasileiros have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Border Collies Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Fila Brasileiros Tolerate Hot Weather?
Border Collies can tolerate hot weather.
Fila Brasileiros can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Is the Border Collie Better for Apartment Owners than the Fila Brasileiro?
Border Collies do not adapt well to apartment living.
Fila Brasileiros do not adapt well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Border Collie or the Fila Brasileiro?
Border Collies are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Fila Brasileiros 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 Fila Brasileiro. So, see below the links to the comparison of the Border Collie to other breeds:
Border Collie versus Komondor Border Collie versus Schipperke Border Collie versus Azawakh Border Collie versus Bolognese Border Collie versus Pomsky Border Collie versus Irish Water Spaniel Border Collie versus Mountain Cur Border Collie versus American Hairless Terrier Border Collie versus Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Border Collie versus Norwich Terrier Border Collie versus Aussiedoodle Border Collie versus AkbashConclusion: Border Collie versus Fila Brasileiro. 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 Fila Brasileiro better suits you and your family.
