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Name	Berger Picard	Bohemian Shepherd	Border Collie
Origins	France	Czech Republic	England Scotland Wales
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Group	Working Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Berger Picard, Bohemian Shepherd, and Border Collie breeds.	Picardy Sheepdog Picardy Shepherd Berger de Picardie	Bohemian Herder Chodenhund Czech Sheepdog Chodsky pes	Sheepdog Scotch Sheep Dog
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Berger Picard, Bohemian Shepherd, and Border Collie? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Berger Picard vs Bohemian Shepherd vs Border Collie Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Berger Picard, Bohemian Shepherd, and Border Collie. Which breed is the largest?	Large	Medium	Large
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Berger Picard, Bohemian Shepherd, and Border Collie? Compare adult weight ranges.	51–71 lb (23–32 kg)	33-55 pounds (16-25 kg)	Male: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg), Female: 27-42 pounds (12-19 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	61 lb (27.5 kg)	44 pounds (20.5 kg)	Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Female: 34.5 pounds (15.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Berger Picard or Bohemian Shepherd or Border Collie? Berger Picard vs Bohemian Shepherd vs Border Collie height comparison:	Male: 24-26 inches (61–66 cm), Female: 22–24 inches (56–61 cm)	19-22 inches (48-56 cm)	Male: 19-22 inches (48-56 cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46-53 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 25 inches (63.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm)	20.5 inches (52 cm)	Male: 20.5 inches (52 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (49.5 cm)

Berger Picard vs Bohemian Shepherd vs Border Collie Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Berger Picard, Bohemian Shepherd, and Border Collie. Find price differences between these breeds.	$2000-$2500	$500-$600	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Berger Picard or Bohemian Shepherd or Border Collie?	Frequent: The Berger Picard is easier than average to get.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Very frequent: The Border Collie is quite easy to get.

Berger Picard vs Bohemian Shepherd vs Border Collie Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Berger Picard, Bohemian Shepherd, and Border Collie. Which breed ranks highest?	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Outstanding: Border Collie is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between Berger Picard, Bohemian Shepherd, and Border Collie. Which is easiest to train?	Berger Picard dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Bohemian Shepherd dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Border Collie dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Berger Picard, Bohemian Shepherd, and Border Collie. Which breed is most alert?	Berger Picard dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Bohemian Shepherd dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Border Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Berger Picard, Bohemian Shepherd, and Border Collie. Which breed is most protective?	Berger Picard dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Bohemian Shepherd dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Border Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Berger Picard vs Bohemian Shepherd vs Border Collie Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Berger Picard, Bohemian Shepherd, and Border Collie? Compare temperaments.	Stubborn Energetic Intelligent Lively Assertive Mellow	Active Courageous Intelligent Trainable Stable	Energetic Protective Alert Intelligent Responsive Loyal Tenacious
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Berger Picard dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Border Collie dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Berger Picard vs Bohemian Shepherd vs Border Collie?	Average to High: Berger Picard dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Bohemian Shepherd dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Border Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Berger Picard vs Bohemian Shepherd vs Border Collie social needs comparison:	Berger Picard dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Bohemian Shepherd dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Border Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Berger Picard dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Bohemian Shepherd dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Border Collie dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Berger Picard dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.	Bohemian Shepherd dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Border Collie dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Berger Picard vs Bohemian Shepherd vs Border Collie Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Berger Picard, Bohemian Shepherd, and Border Collie. Which breed is most vocal?	Average: The Berger Picard barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Bohemian Shepherd rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Border Collie rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Berger Picard, Bohemian Shepherd, and Border Collie. Which breed is most playful?	The Berger Picard is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Bohemian Shepherds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Border Collie is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Berger Picard, Bohemian Shepherd, and Border Collie. Which adapts best to small spaces?	It is not recommended to keep the Berger Picard breed in the home.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Bohemian Shepherd indoors.	It is not recommended to keep the Border Collie breed in the home.
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Berger Picard vs Bohemian Shepherd vs Border Collie Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between Berger Picard, Bohemian Shepherd, and Border Collie. Which breed is most flexible?	Berger Picard dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Average: Bohemian Shepherd dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Border Collie dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Berger Picard or Bohemian Shepherd or Border Collie?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Border Collie dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Berger Picard vs Bohemian Shepherd vs Border Collie Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Compare biting potential between Berger Picard, Bohemian Shepherd, and Border Collie. Which has lowest bite risk?	Low 🔽 The Berger Picard has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Bohemian Shepherd has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Border Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Compare mouthing tendencies between Berger Picard, Bohemian Shepherd, and Border Collie. Which uses mouth most during play?	Berger Picard dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Bohemian Shepherd dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Border Collie dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Compare bite forces between Berger Picard, Bohemian Shepherd, and Border Collie. Which has the strongest bite?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Berger Picard bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Bohemian Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Border Collie bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Berger Picard vs Bohemian Shepherd vs Border Collie Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Berger Picard, Bohemian Shepherd, and Border Collie. Which breed lives longest?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Berger Picard: 13 years	9-13 years The average lifespan of Bohemian Shepherd: 11 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Border Collie: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Berger Picard, Bohemian Shepherd, and Border Collie. Which handles climate changes best?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Berger Picard can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Border Collie can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in Berger Picard, Bohemian Shepherd, and Border Collie. Which has fewer health issues?	Berger Picards tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Bohemian Shepherds tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Border Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Berger Picard should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Frequent The Bohemian Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Border Collie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Berger Picard vs Bohemian Shepherd vs Border Collie? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Berger Picard vs Bohemian Shepherd vs Border Collie health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Retinal Dysplasia Eye Infections	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Collie Eye Anomaly Osteochondrosis Dissecans

Berger Picard vs Bohemian Shepherd vs Border Collie Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between Berger Picard, Bohemian Shepherd, and Border Collie. Which breed is most active?	Berger Picard dogs are high-energy dogs.	Bohemian Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.	Border Collie dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Berger Picard vs Bohemian Shepherd vs Border Collie exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Berger Picard or Bohemian Shepherd or Border Collie? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Berger Picard dogs need a lot of exercises.	Bohemian Shepherd dogs need a lot of exercises.	Border Collie dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Berger Picard or Bohemian Shepherd or Border Collie?	Berger Picard dogs don't need too much sleep.	Bohemian Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.	Border Collie dogs don't need too much sleep.
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Berger Picard vs Bohemian Shepherd vs Border Collie Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Berger Picard, Bohemian Shepherd, and Border Collie. Which is most prone to obesity?	Average: The Berger Picard has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Bohemian Shepherd has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Border Collie has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Berger Picard, Bohemian Shepherd, and Border Collie. Which needs most food?	4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2.5 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Berger Picard vs Bohemian Shepherd vs Border Collie Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Berger Picard, Bohemian Shepherd, and Border Collie. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Coat Colors Compare color variations between Berger Picard, Bohemian Shepherd, and Border Collie. What colors are available?	Gray Fawn Brindle	Black Tan	Black Tan Red Sable Brindle Lilac Gold Seal White & Red Slate Sable Merle Black & White Tricolor Blue merle Blue merle-tricolor Slate merle Red merle Saddleback Sable White & Blue White & Blue Merle White & Red Merle White Ticked White & Gold White & Sable White & Seal
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Berger Picard, Bohemian Shepherd, and Border Collie. Which requires most maintenance?	Average: The Berger Picard requires average grooming effort. See more.	Easy to groom: The Bohemian Shepherd doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Border Collie requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Berger Picard, Bohemian Shepherd, and Border Collie. Which drools least?	The Berger Picard is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Bohemian Shepherd is an average drooler. See more.	The Border Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Berger Picard, Bohemian Shepherd, and Border Collie. Which has least natural smell?	Medium ⏺ The Berger Picard has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Bohemian Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Border Collie has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Berger Picard, Bohemian Shepherd, and Border Collie. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Wiry Waterproof Double	Dense	Dense Feathered Straight Short Moderately Long
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Berger Picard, Bohemian Shepherd, and Border Collie. Which requires most frequent baths?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Berger Picard or Bohemian Shepherd or Border Collie? Berger Picard or Bohemian Shepherd or {name3 shedding:	Berger Picard dogs shed moderately. See more.	Bohemian Shepherd dogs shed moderately. See more.	Border Collie dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Berger Picard vs Bohemian Shepherd vs Border Collie Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between Berger Picard, Bohemian Shepherd, and Border Collie. Which is best with kids?	Berger Picard dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Bohemian Shepherd dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Border Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Berger Picard dogs are generally with other pets.	Bohemian Shepherd dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Border Collie dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Berger Picard or Bohemian Shepherd or Border Collie? Which dog is more friendly?	Berger Picard dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Bohemian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Berger Picard or Bohemian Shepherd or Border Collie?	Berger Picard dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Bohemian Shepherd dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Berger Picard or Bohemian Shepherd or Border Collie?	Berger Picard dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Bohemian Shepherd dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Berger Picard vs Bohemian Shepherd vs Border Collie?	Yes Berger Picard dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Bohemian Shepherd dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Border Collie dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Berger Picard is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Bohemian Shepherd is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Border Collie is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Berger Picards are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Bohemian Shepherds are usually recommended for elderly people.	Border Collies are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Berger Picard vs Bohemian Shepherd vs Border Collie As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Berger Picard, Bohemian Shepherd, and Border Collie. Which is best suited for service work?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Compare therapy dog potential between Berger Picard, Bohemian Shepherd, and Border Collie. Which excels in therapy work?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
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Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between Berger Picard, Bohemian Shepherd, and Border Collie. Which has best nose work ability?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
Search & Rescue Potential Compare search and rescue potential between Berger Picard, Bohemian Shepherd, and Border Collie. Which is best for SAR work?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability Compare boating aptitude between Berger Picard, Bohemian Shepherd, and Border Collie. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really Berger Picard breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Bohemian Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Border Collie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Berger Picard, Bohemian Shepherd, and Border Collie. Which is best for draft work?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Military Service Background Compare military service history of Berger Picard, Bohemian Shepherd, and Border Collie. Which has most military use?	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Berger Picard vs Bohemian Shepherd vs Border Collie Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Berger Picard, Bohemian Shepherd, and Border Collie. Which has most puppies?	2-10 puppies, average 6	4-6 puppies	4-8 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Berger Picard, Bohemian Shepherd, and Border Collie. Any breeding differences?	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding intervals between Berger Picard, Bohemian Shepherd, and Border Collie. What's recommended?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Berger Picard vs Bohemian Shepherd vs Border Collie Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Berger Picard, Bohemian Shepherd, and Border Collie. How are they classified?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2015 as a Herding breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1995 as a Herding breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Berger Picard, Bohemian Shepherd, and Border Collie. How are they classified internationally?	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Berger Picard, Bohemian Shepherd, and Border Collie. Which has most recognition?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club United Kennel Club	No data available	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club The American Int. Border Collie Registry The American Border Collie Association

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