Last Updated: Apr 30, 2022
Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Collie Versus Appenzeller Sennenhunde: Introduction
- Collie versus Appenzeller Sennenhunde: Overview
- Collie versus Appenzeller Sennenhunde: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Collie and the Appenzeller Sennenhunde
- The Similarities Between the Collie and the Appenzeller Sennenhunde
- Size Comparison of the Collie versus Appenzeller Sennenhunde
- Lifespan of Collie versus Appenzeller Sennenhunde
- Adopting the Collie versus Adopting the Appenzeller Sennenhunde
- Tolerates Being Alone: Collie versus Appenzeller Sennenhunde
- Do Collies shed more than Appenzeller Sennenhundes?
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Collie or the Appenzeller Sennenhunde?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Collie or the Appenzeller Sennenhunde?
- Are Collies good family dogs? What about Appenzeller Sennenhundes?
- Is the Collie Easier to Train than the Appenzeller Sennenhunde?
- Which one drools more, the Collie or the Appenzeller Sennenhunde
- How Kid-friendly are Collies and Appenzeller Sennenhundes?
- Does the Collie Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Appenzeller Sennenhunde?
- Do Collies Bark and Howl? What about Appenzeller Sennenhundes?
- Can Collies Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Appenzeller Sennenhundes Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Collie vs. Appenzeller Sennenhunde
- Can Collies Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Appenzeller Sennenhundes Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Collie Versus Other Dog Breeds
- Conclusion: Collie versus Appenzeller Sennenhunde. Which One is a Better Pet?
Collie Versus Appenzeller Sennenhunde: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Collie and the Appenzeller Sennenhunde? 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 Collie and the Appenzeller Sennenhunde 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 Collie and the Appenzeller Sennenhunde.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Collie and the Appenzeller Sennenhunde 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 Collie and for the Appenzeller Sennenhunde. 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 Collie and the Appenzeller Sennenhunde.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Collie or the Appenzeller Sennenhunde.
Note that the Collie breed comes in two varieties based on coat texture. There is the smooth collie and the rough collie. Read our article on rough collie versus smooth 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.
See this article that compares the Border Collie to the Appenzeller Sennenhunde.
Finally, just like the collie, the border collie also comes in two varieties. There is the rough border collie and the smooth border collie. To learn about the differences and similarities between them, check out our article on rough-coat border collie versus smooth-coat border collie.
Collie versus Appenzeller Sennenhunde: Overview
Both the Collie and the Appenzeller Sennenhunde are similar in size. The Collie and the Appenzeller Sennenhunde are both medium-sized dogs.
Furthermore, both the Collie and the Appenzeller Sennenhunde are Herding Dogs. This means both the Collie and the Appenzeller Sennenhunde 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.
Collie versus Appenzeller Sennenhunde: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Collie to the Appenzeller Sennenhunde 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 Collie and the Appenzeller Sennenhunde
| Factor | Collie | Appenzeller Sennenhunde |
|---|---|---|
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Life Span | 10 to 14 years | 9 to 12 years |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Height | 22 to 26 inches all at the shoulder | 19 to 22 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| General Health | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Easy To Train | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Intelligence | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Easygoing | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Weight | 50 to 70 pounds | 48 to 55 pounds |
| Average Lifespan | 12.0 years | 10.5 years |
| Average Price | $1480 | No Data |
| Price Range | $1000 – $1800 | No Data |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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No Data |
*Data from AKC.org (The American Kennel Club),dogtime.com, OFA.org (The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals), petcalculator.com, wikipedia.org, ATTS.org (The American Temperament Test Society)
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the 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 Appenzeller Sennenhunde. 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 Collie is 83 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Appenzeller Sennenhunde is 77 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Collie is a better pet than the Appenzeller Sennenhunde. So, you should get a Collie!
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Collie and the Appenzeller Sennenhunde
Below is a list of where the Collie and the Appenzeller Sennenhunde are most different:
The Similarities Between the Collie and the Appenzeller Sennenhunde
The Collie and the Appenzeller Sennenhunde are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Collie and the Appenzeller Sennenhunde are most similar:
Size Comparison of the Collie versus Appenzeller Sennenhunde
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Collie and the Appenzeller Sennenhunde.
The Collie weighs 50 to 70 pounds when fully grown. The Collie is 22 to 26 inches all at the shoulder when fully grown.
On the other hand, the Appenzeller Sennenhunde weighs 48 to 55 pounds when fully grown. The Appenzeller Sennenhunde is 19 to 22 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Lifespan of Collie versus Appenzeller Sennenhunde
The lifespan of the Collie is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of the Collie is 12.0 years.
The lifespan of the Appenzeller Sennenhunde is between 9 to 12 years. The average lifespan of the Appenzeller Sennenhunde is 10.5 years.
The Collie live longer than the Appenzeller Sennenhunde.
Adopting the Collie versus Adopting the Appenzeller Sennenhunde
You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Collies and many Appenzeller Sennenhundes 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 Collie named Marty that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Collies like Marty on pefinder.com.
Also, like Collies, Appenzeller Sennenhundes are also available for adoption. For example, Boss is a Male Appenzeller Sennenhunde that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Appenzeller Sennenhundes like Boss that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.
You can find more Collies and Appenzeller Sennenhundes that are available for adoption on petfinder.
Tolerates Being Alone: Collie versus Appenzeller Sennenhunde
Collies do not like to be left alone.
Appenzeller Sennenhundes do not like to be left alone.
Do Collies shed more than Appenzeller Sennenhundes?
Collies shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Appenzeller Sennenhundes shed moderately.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Collie or the Appenzeller Sennenhunde?
Collies require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Appenzeller Sennenhundes are very easy to groom.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Collie or the Appenzeller Sennenhunde?
Collies get along very well with other dogs.
Appenzeller Sennenhundes get along fairly well with other dogs.
Are Collies good family dogs? What about Appenzeller Sennenhundes?
Collies are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Appenzeller Sennenhundes are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Is the Collie Easier to Train than the Appenzeller Sennenhunde?
Collies are very easy to train.
Appenzeller Sennenhundes are very easy to train.
Which one drools more, the Collie or the Appenzeller Sennenhunde
Collies do have a very low tendency to drool.
Appenzeller Sennenhundes do have a very low tendency to drool.
How Kid-friendly are Collies and Appenzeller Sennenhundes?
Collies get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Appenzeller Sennenhundes get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Does the Collie Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Appenzeller Sennenhunde?
Collies 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.
Appenzeller Sennenhundes have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Do Collies Bark and Howl? What about Appenzeller Sennenhundes?
Collies are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Appenzeller Sennenhundes are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Can Collies Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Appenzeller Sennenhundes Tolerate Cold Weather?
Collies can very well tolerate cold weather.
Appenzeller Sennenhundes can very well tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Collie vs. Appenzeller Sennenhunde
Collies do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Appenzeller Sennenhundes have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Collies Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Appenzeller Sennenhundes Tolerate Hot Weather?
Collies can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Appenzeller Sennenhundes can tolerate hot weather.
Is the Collie Better for Apartment Owners than the Appenzeller Sennenhunde?
Collies adapt moderately well to apartment living.
Appenzeller Sennenhundes do not adapt well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Collie or the Appenzeller Sennenhunde?
Collies are very good for new dog owners.
Appenzeller Sennenhundes are OK for new dog owners.
Collie Versus Other Dog Breeds
You may also be interested in how the Collie compares to other breeds aside from the Appenzeller Sennenhunde. So, see below the links to the comparison of the Collie to other breeds:
Collie versus Basset Fauve de Bretagne Collie versus Norwegian Lundehund Collie versus Welsh Terrier Collie versus Curly-Coated Retriever Collie versus Miniature Schnauzer Collie versus Boykin Spaniel Collie versus Dalmatian Collie versus Bedlington Terrier Collie versus Keeshond Collie versus Irish Wolfhound Collie versus Coton de Tulear Collie versus Mudi Collie versus Cane Corso Collie versus American Hairless Terrier Collie versus Collie Collie versus Pomapoo Collie versus Mastiff Collie versus Fila Brasileiro
Conclusion: Collie versus Appenzeller Sennenhunde. 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 Collie and the Appenzeller Sennenhunde better suits you and your family.