Last Updated: Mar 09, 2022
Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Border Collie Versus King Shepherd: Introduction
- Border Collie versus King Shepherd: Overview
- Border Collie versus King Shepherd: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Border Collie and the King Shepherd
- The Similarities Between the Border Collie and the King Shepherd
- Size (Weight and Height) of Border Collie versus King Shepherd
- Lifespan of Border Collie versus King Shepherd
- Temperament of the Border Collie Versus the King Shepherd
- Price of Border Collie versus Price of King Shepherd
- Tolerates Being Alone: Border Collie versus King Shepherd
- Do Border Collies shed more than King Shepherds?
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Border Collie or the King Shepherd?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Border Collie or the King Shepherd?
- Are Border Collies good family dogs? What about King Shepherds?
- Is the Border Collie Easier to Train than the King Shepherd?
- Which one drools more, the Border Collie or the King Shepherd
- How Kid-friendly are Border Collies and King Shepherds?
- Does the Border Collie Have a Higher Prey Drive than the King Shepherd?
- Do Border Collies Bark and Howl? What about King Shepherds?
- Can Border Collies Tolerate Cold Weather? And can King Shepherds Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Border Collie vs. King Shepherd
- Can Border Collies Tolerate Hot Weather? Can King Shepherds Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Border Collie Versus Other Dog Breeds
- Conclusion: Border Collie versus King Shepherd. Which One is a Better Pet?
Border Collie Versus King Shepherd: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Border Collie and the King 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 King 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 King Shepherd.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Border Collie and the King 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 King 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 King 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 King 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 King Shepherd: Overview
A very important difference between the Border Collie and the King Shepherd is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Border Collie is a medium-sized dog while the King Shepherd 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 King Shepherd belongs to the Hybrid Dogs group. Hybrid Dogs are the offspring of 2 or more known, but different, dog breeds.
Border Collie versus King Shepherd: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Border Collie to the King 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 King Shepherd
| Factor | Border Collie | King Shepherd |
|---|---|---|
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Life Span | 12 to 15 years | 10 to 11 years |
| Height | 18 to 22 inches tall at the shoulder | 25 to 31 inches |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| General Health | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| 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 | 4/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Weight | 30 to 45 pounds | 75 to 150 pounds |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Easygoing | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Train | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Intelligence | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Average Lifespan | 13.5 years | 10.5 years |
| Average Price | $1000 | $1880 |
| Price Range | $600 – $1250 | $850 – $3000 |
| Temperament Score | 82.4 percent | 100.0 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 King 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 King Shepherd is 84 out of 125.
Despite the higher Better-Pet score of the King Shepherd, we still believe that the Border Collie is a better pet than the King 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 King Shepherd
Below is a list of where the Border Collie and the King Shepherd are most different:
The Similarities Between the Border Collie and the King Shepherd
The Border Collie and the King Shepherd are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Border Collie and the King Shepherd are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Border Collie versus King Shepherd
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Border Collie and the King Shepherd.
Border Collies weigh 30 to 45 pounds when fully grown. Border Collies are 18 to 22 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
On the other hand, King Shepherds weigh 75 to 150 pounds when fully grown. King Shepherds are 25 to 31 inches when fully grown.
Here is our article on Border Collie size, Border Collie growth, and Border Collie weight.
Lifespan of Border Collie versus King Shepherd
The lifespan of Border Collies is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Border Collies is 13.5 years.
The lifespan of King Shepherds is between 10 to 11 years . The average lifespan of King Shepherds is 10.5 years.
Border Collies live longer than King Shepherds.
Go to this article to learn more about Border Collie lifespan and how long Border Collie live.
Temperament of the Border Collie Versus the King Shepherd
The King Shepherd has a better temperament than the Border Collie.
This is because the temperament score for the King Shepherd is 100.0 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 100.0 percent, the King Shepherd has an above-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Border Collie and the King Shepherd by measuring the temperaments of 312 Border Collies and 1 King Shepherds.
Price of Border Collie versus Price of King 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 King Shepherd puppy is $1880. The price of the King Shepherd typically ranges from $850 – $3000. However, the price of the King Shepherd can be as low as $150 and as high as $3500. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 47 King Shepherd puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The King Shepherd is more expensive than the Border Collie.
`| Border Collie | King Shepherd | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $1000 | $1880 |
| Price Range | $600 to $1250 | $850 to $3000 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Border Collie and King Shepherd. For different price points, the charts show how many Border Collie puppies or how many King 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 King Shepherds
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Border Collie puppy or the King 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
Tolerates Being Alone: Border Collie versus King Shepherd
Border Collies do not like to be left alone.
King Shepherds do not like to be left alone.
Do Border Collies shed more than King 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
King Shepherds shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Border Collie or the King 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.
King Shepherds are very easy to groom.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Border Collie or the King Shepherd?
Border Collies get along fairly well with other dogs.
King Shepherds get along very well with other dogs.
Are Border Collies good family dogs? What about King 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.
King Shepherds are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Is the Border Collie Easier to Train than the King Shepherd?
Border Collies are very easy to train.
King Shepherds are very easy to train.
Which one drools more, the Border Collie or the King Shepherd
Border Collies do have a very low tendency to drool.
King Shepherds have a very high tendency to drool.
How Kid-friendly are Border Collies and King Shepherds?
Border Collies get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
King Shepherds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Does the Border Collie Have a Higher Prey Drive than the King Shepherd?
Border Collies have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
King Shepherds have a very low prey drive. This means they get won`t chase after smaller pets. They tend to get along well with other pets.
Do Border Collies Bark and Howl? What about King Shepherds?
Border Collies are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
King Shepherds are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Can Border Collies Tolerate Cold Weather? And can King Shepherds Tolerate Cold Weather?
Border Collies can very well tolerate cold weather.
King Shepherds can very well tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Border Collie vs. King Shepherd
Border Collies have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
King Shepherds 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 King Shepherds Tolerate Hot Weather?
Border Collies can tolerate hot weather.
King Shepherds can tolerate hot weather.
Is the Border Collie Better for Apartment Owners than the King Shepherd?
Border Collies do not adapt well to apartment living.
King Shepherds adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Border Collie or the King Shepherd?
Border Collies are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
King Shepherds 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 King Shepherd. So, see below the links to the comparison of the Border Collie to other breeds:
Border Collie versus Dachshund Border Collie versus Giant Schnauzer Border Collie versus Peek A Poo Border Collie versus Irish Water Spaniel Border Collie versus Golden Retriever Border Collie versus Brittany Border Collie versus Goldador Border Collie versus Central Asian Shepherd Dog Border Collie versus Ibizan Hound Border Collie versus Affenhuahua Border Collie versus Australian Shepherd Border Collie versus Bich Poo Border Collie versus Entlebucher Mountain Dog Border Collie versus English Toy Spaniel Border Collie versus American Bulldog Border Collie versus Mal Shi Border Collie versus PlottConclusion: Border Collie versus King 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 King Shepherd better suits you and your family.
