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Name	Cavapoo	Labrador Retriever	Border Collie
Origins	Australia	England Canada	England Scotland Wales
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Group	Companion Dogs	Gun Dog	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Cavapoo, Labrador Retriever, and Border Collie breeds.	Cavoodle	Lab Labrador	Sheepdog Scotch Sheep Dog
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Cavapoo, Labrador Retriever, and Border Collie? Compare their breeding categories.	Cross Breed	Purebred	Purebred

Cavapoo vs Labrador Retriever vs Border Collie Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Cavapoo, Labrador Retriever, and Border Collie. Which breed is the largest?	Small Medium	Large	Large
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Cavapoo, Labrador Retriever, and Border Collie? Compare adult weight ranges.	12-24 pounds (5.4-11 kg)	Male: 60-75 pounds (27-34kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 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?	18 pounds (5.7.5 kg)	Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)	Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Female: 34.5 pounds (15.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Cavapoo or Labrador Retriever or Border Collie? Cavapoo vs Labrador Retriever vs Border Collie height comparison:	11-18 inches (28-45 cm)	Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 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?	14.5 inches (36.5 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm)	Male: 20.5 inches (52 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (49.5 cm)

Cavapoo vs Labrador Retriever vs Border Collie Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Cavapoo, Labrador Retriever, and Border Collie. Find price differences between these breeds.	$1200-$1800	$1000-$2000	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Cavapoo or Labrador Retriever or Border Collie?	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 Labrador Retriever is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Border Collie is quite easy to get.

Cavapoo vs Labrador Retriever vs Border Collie Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Cavapoo, Labrador Retriever, and Border Collie. Which breed ranks highest?	Very smart: Cavapoo is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Outstanding: Labrador Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Outstanding: Border Collie is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between Cavapoo, Labrador Retriever, and Border Collie. Which is easiest to train?	Cavapoo dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Border Collie dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Cavapoo, Labrador Retriever, and Border Collie. Which breed is most alert?	Cavapoo dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Border Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Cavapoo, Labrador Retriever, and Border Collie. Which breed is most protective?	Cavapoo dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs are average defenders. See more.	Border Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Cavapoo vs Labrador Retriever vs Border Collie Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Cavapoo, Labrador Retriever, and Border Collie? Compare temperaments.	Loving Intelligent Gentle	Playful Loving Energetic Alert Intelligent Friendly Responsive Affectionate Loyal Gentle Going Social Cheerful	Energetic Protective Alert Intelligent Responsive Loyal Tenacious
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Labrador Retriever dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. 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: Cavapoo vs Labrador Retriever vs Border Collie?	High: Cavapoo dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Slightly Below Average: Labrador Retriever dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.	High: Border Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Cavapoo vs Labrador Retriever vs Border Collie social needs comparison:	Cavapoo dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction. 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?	Cavapoo dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Labrador Retriever 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?	Cavapoo 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.	Labrador Retriever 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

Cavapoo vs Labrador Retriever vs Border Collie Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Cavapoo, Labrador Retriever, and Border Collie. Which breed is most vocal?	Average: The Cavapoo barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Labrador Retriever barks occasionally. 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 Cavapoo, Labrador Retriever, and Border Collie. Which breed is most playful?	Average: Cavapoos, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Labrador Retriever is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Border Collie is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Cavapoo, Labrador Retriever, and Border Collie. Which adapts best to small spaces?	Very house-friendly dog the Cavapoo breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Labrador Retriever breed in the home.	It is not recommended to keep the Border Collie breed in the home.
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Cavapoo vs Labrador Retriever vs Border Collie Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between Cavapoo, Labrador Retriever, and Border Collie. Which breed is most flexible?	Cavapoo dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Labrador Retriever dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Border Collie dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Cavapoo or Labrador Retriever or Border Collie?	Cavapoo dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Labrador Retriever dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Border Collie dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Cavapoo vs Labrador Retriever vs Border Collie Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Compare biting potential between Cavapoo, Labrador Retriever, and Border Collie. Which has lowest bite risk?	Low 🔽 The Cavapoo has a low chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Labrador Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Border Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Compare mouthing tendencies between Cavapoo, Labrador Retriever, and Border Collie. Which uses mouth most during play?	Cavapoo dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, 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 Cavapoo, Labrador Retriever, and Border Collie. Which has the strongest bite?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Cavapoo bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Labrador Retriever 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

Cavapoo vs Labrador Retriever vs Border Collie Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Cavapoo, Labrador Retriever, and Border Collie. Which breed lives longest?	9-15 years The average lifespan of Cavapoo: 12 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Labrador Retriever: 11 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Border Collie: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Cavapoo, Labrador Retriever, and Border Collie. Which handles climate changes best?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Cavapoo 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 Cavapoo, Labrador Retriever, and Border Collie. Which has fewer health issues?	Very healthy dog breed.	The Labrador Retriever is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Border Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Cavapoo should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Labrador Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Border Collie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Cavapoo vs Labrador Retriever vs Border Collie? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Cavapoo vs Labrador Retriever vs Border Collie health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Epilepsy Ear Infections Elbow Dysplasia Osteochondrosis Dissecans Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia Acute Moist Dermatitis Cold Tail Myopathy	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Collie Eye Anomaly Osteochondrosis Dissecans

Cavapoo vs Labrador Retriever vs Border Collie Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between Cavapoo, Labrador Retriever, and Border Collie. Which breed is most active?	Cavapoo dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Labrador Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.	Border Collie dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Cavapoo vs Labrador Retriever vs Border Collie exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Cavapoo or Labrador Retriever or Border Collie? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Cavapoo dogs have an average exercise need.	Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.	Border Collie dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Cavapoo or Labrador Retriever or Border Collie?	Cavapoo dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Labrador Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.	Border Collie dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Cavapoo vs Labrador Retriever vs Border Collie Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Cavapoo, Labrador Retriever, and Border Collie. Which is most prone to obesity?	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Cavapoo's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	High: The Labrador Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average: The Border Collie has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Cavapoo, Labrador Retriever, and Border Collie. Which needs most food?	0.5 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 2.5 to 3 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

Cavapoo vs Labrador Retriever vs Border Collie Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Cavapoo, Labrador Retriever, and Border Collie. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	Yes See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Coat Colors Compare color variations between Cavapoo, Labrador Retriever, and Border Collie. What colors are available?	Black Cream White Sable Tricolor Chestnut Apricot Red sable Phantom	Black Yellow Chocolate	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 Cavapoo, Labrador Retriever, and Border Collie. Which requires most maintenance?	Advanced: The Cavapoo requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Labrador Retriever requires minimal 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 Cavapoo, Labrador Retriever, and Border Collie. Which drools least?	The Cavapoo is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Labrador Retriever 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 Cavapoo, Labrador Retriever, and Border Collie. Which has least natural smell?	Medium ⏺ The Cavapoo has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Labrador Retriever has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Border Collie has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Cavapoo, Labrador Retriever, and Border Collie. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Curly Wavy Straight	Dense Waterproof Hard Short	Dense Feathered Straight Short Moderately Long
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Cavapoo, Labrador Retriever, 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.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. 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 Cavapoo or Labrador Retriever or Border Collie? Cavapoo or Labrador Retriever or {name3 shedding:	Cavapoo dogs shed moderately. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs shed moderately. See more.	Border Collie dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Cavapoo vs Labrador Retriever vs Border Collie Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between Cavapoo, Labrador Retriever, and Border Collie. Which is best with kids?	Cavapoo dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Labrador Retriever dogs are very 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?	Cavapoo dogs are generally with other pets.	Labrador Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Border Collie dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Cavapoo or Labrador Retriever or Border Collie? Which dog is more friendly?	Cavapoo dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Labrador Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	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 Cavapoo or Labrador Retriever or Border Collie?	Cavapoo dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Labrador Retriever 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 Cavapoo or Labrador Retriever or Border Collie?	Cavapoo dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Labrador Retriever dogs are very 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: Cavapoo vs Labrador Retriever vs Border Collie?	Yes Cavapoo dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Labrador Retriever 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 Cavapoo is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Labrador Retriever 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?	Cavapoos are commonly okay with elderly people.	Labrador Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Border Collies are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Cavapoo vs Labrador Retriever vs Border Collie As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Cavapoo, Labrador Retriever, and Border Collie. Which is best suited for service work?	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes good 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 Cavapoo, Labrador Retriever, and Border Collie. Which excels in therapy work?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between Cavapoo, Labrador Retriever, 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.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
Search & Rescue Potential Compare search and rescue potential between Cavapoo, Labrador Retriever, and Border Collie. Which is best for SAR work?	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.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability Compare boating aptitude between Cavapoo, Labrador Retriever, and Border Collie. Which is best suited for water work?	Yes Cavapoo breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Yes Labrador Retriever breed usually likes 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 Cavapoo, Labrador Retriever, 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 Cavapoo, Labrador Retriever, 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.

Cavapoo vs Labrador Retriever vs Border Collie Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Cavapoo, Labrador Retriever, and Border Collie. Which has most puppies?	2-8 puppies	5-10 puppies	4-8 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Cavapoo, Labrador Retriever, 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 Cavapoo, Labrador Retriever, 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.

Cavapoo vs Labrador Retriever vs Border Collie Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Cavapoo, Labrador Retriever, and Border Collie. How are they classified?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1917 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1995 as a Herding breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Cavapoo, Labrador Retriever, and Border Collie. How are they classified internationally?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Cavapoo, Labrador Retriever, and Border Collie. Which has most recognition?	Dog Registry of America Inc. American Canine Hybrid Club Designer Breed Registry Designer Dogs Kennel Club International Designer Canine Registry	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club 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 Canadian Canine Registry	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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