Last Updated: Mar 09, 2022
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- Border Collie Versus Stabyhoun: Introduction
- Border Collie versus Stabyhoun: Overview
- Border Collie versus Stabyhoun: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Border Collie and the Stabyhoun
- The Similarities Between the Border Collie and the Stabyhoun
- Size (Weight and Height) of Border Collie versus Stabyhoun
- Lifespan of Border Collie versus Stabyhoun
- Tolerates Being Alone: Border Collie versus Stabyhoun
- Do Border Collies shed more than Stabyhouns?
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Border Collie or the Stabyhoun?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Border Collie or the Stabyhoun?
- Are Border Collies good family dogs? What about Stabyhouns?
- Is the Border Collie Easier to Train than the Stabyhoun?
- Which one drools more, the Border Collie or the Stabyhoun
- How Kid-friendly are Border Collies and Stabyhouns?
- Does the Border Collie Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Stabyhoun?
- Do Border Collies Bark and Howl? What about Stabyhouns?
- Can Border Collies Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Stabyhouns Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Border Collie vs. Stabyhoun
- Can Border Collies Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Stabyhouns Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Border Collie Versus Other Dog Breeds
- Conclusion: Border Collie versus Stabyhoun. Which One is a Better Pet?
Border Collie Versus Stabyhoun: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Border Collie and the Stabyhoun? 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 Stabyhoun 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 Stabyhoun.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Border Collie and the Stabyhoun 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 Stabyhoun. 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 Stabyhoun.
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 Stabyhoun.
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 Stabyhoun: Overview
Both the Border Collie and the Stabyhoun are similar in size. The Border Collie and the Stabyhoun are both medium-sized dogs.
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 Stabyhoun belongs to the Sporting Dogs group. Sporting Dogs were bred to help hunters catch and retrieve feathered game. Some sporting dog breeds such as Retrievers, which were built for swimming, were bred to hunt waterfowl in water. Whereas sporting dog breeds like setters, spaniels, and pointing breeds were bred to hunt quail, pheasant, and other game birds nest on grasslands. Many Sporting Group breeds have thick, water-repellent coats that protect them from harsh hunting conditions.
Border Collie versus Stabyhoun: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Border Collie to the Stabyhoun 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 Stabyhoun
| Factor | Border Collie | Stabyhoun |
|---|---|---|
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Life Span | 12 to 15 years | 13 to 14 years |
| Height | 18 to 22 inches tall at the shoulder | 19 to 20 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| General Health | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Weight | 30 to 45 pounds | 45 to 50 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 | 5/5 |
| Intelligence | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| 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 | No Data |
| Price Range | $600 – $1250 | No Data |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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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 Stabyhoun. 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 Stabyhoun is 85 out of 125.
Despite the higher Better-Pet score of the Stabyhoun, we still believe that the Border Collie is a better pet than the Stabyhoun.
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 Stabyhoun
Below is a list of where the Border Collie and the Stabyhoun are most different:
The Similarities Between the Border Collie and the Stabyhoun
The Border Collie and the Stabyhoun are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Border Collie and the Stabyhoun are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Border Collie versus Stabyhoun
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Border Collie and the Stabyhoun.
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, Stabyhouns weigh 45 to 50 pounds when fully grown. Stabyhouns are 19 to 20 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 Stabyhoun
The lifespan of Border Collies is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Border Collies is 13.5 years.
The lifespan of Stabyhouns is between 13 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Stabyhouns is 13.5 years.
Go to this article to learn more about Border Collie lifespan and how long Border Collie live.
Tolerates Being Alone: Border Collie versus Stabyhoun
Border Collies do not like to be left alone.
Stabyhouns can be left alone only for a short time.
Do Border Collies shed more than Stabyhouns?
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
Stabyhouns shed moderately.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Border Collie or the Stabyhoun?
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.
Stabyhouns are moderately easy to groom.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Border Collie or the Stabyhoun?
Border Collies get along fairly well with other dogs.
Stabyhouns get along very well with other dogs.
Are Border Collies good family dogs? What about Stabyhouns?
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.
Stabyhouns are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Is the Border Collie Easier to Train than the Stabyhoun?
Border Collies are very easy to train.
Stabyhouns are very easy to train.
Which one drools more, the Border Collie or the Stabyhoun
Border Collies do have a very low tendency to drool.
Stabyhouns do have a very low tendency to drool.
How Kid-friendly are Border Collies and Stabyhouns?
Border Collies get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Stabyhouns get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Does the Border Collie Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Stabyhoun?
Border Collies have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Stabyhouns 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 Stabyhouns?
Border Collies are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Stabyhouns bark and howl, but not very much.
Can Border Collies Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Stabyhouns Tolerate Cold Weather?
Border Collies can very well tolerate cold weather.
Stabyhouns cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Wanderlust Potential: Border Collie vs. Stabyhoun
Border Collies have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Stabyhouns 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 Stabyhouns Tolerate Hot Weather?
Border Collies can tolerate hot weather.
Stabyhouns cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
Is the Border Collie Better for Apartment Owners than the Stabyhoun?
Border Collies do not adapt well to apartment living.
Stabyhouns do not adapt well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Border Collie or the Stabyhoun?
Border Collies are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Stabyhouns 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 Stabyhoun. So, see below the links to the comparison of the Border Collie to other breeds:
Border Collie versus Pyrenean Shepherd Border Collie versus Tibetan Mastiff Border Collie versus Tibetan Spaniel Border Collie versus Yorkshire Terrier Border Collie versus Bulldog Border Collie versus Scottish Deerhound Border Collie versus Aussiedoodle Border Collie versus Chow Chow Border Collie versus Braque du Bourbonnais Border Collie versus Basset Fauve de Bretagne Border Collie versus Belgian Sheepdog Border Collie versus Shetland Sheepdog Border Collie versus Komondor
Conclusion: Border Collie versus Stabyhoun. 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 Stabyhoun better suits you and your family.
