Doberman Pinscher vs Border Collie Comparison – Which dog is better Doberman or Sheepdog?

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Name	Doberman Pinscher	Border Collie
Origins	Germany	England Scotland Wales
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Group	Working Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
Popularity Rank	16	38
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Doberman Pinscher and Border Collie. What other names are these breeds known by?	Doberman Dobermann Dobynm Dobie	Sheepdog Scotch Sheep Dog
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Doberman Pinscher and a Border Collie. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Purebred

Doberman Pinscher vs Border Collie Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Doberman Pinscher or a Border Collie? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Medium	Large
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Doberman Pinscher and a Border Collie. Which breed is heavier?	Male: 88-99 pounds (40-45 kg), Female: 71-77 pounds (32-35 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?	Male: 93.5 pounds (42.5 kg), Female: 74 pounds (33.5 kg)	Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Female: 34.5 pounds (15.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Doberman Pinscher or Border Collie? Is a Doberman Pinscher taller than a Border Collie?	Male: 26-28 inches (66-71cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 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: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm)	Male: 20.5 inches (52 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (49.5 cm)

Doberman Pinscher vs Border Collie Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Doberman Pinscher and a Border Collie. Which breed costs more?	$800-$1000	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Doberman Pinscher or Border Collie?	Very frequent: The Doberman Pinscher is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Border Collie is quite easy to get.

Doberman Pinscher vs Border Collie Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Doberman Pinscher or a Border Collie? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Outstanding: Doberman Pinscher 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 Which is easier to train: a Doberman Pinscher or a Border Collie? Compare training requirements.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are quite 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 Which makes a better watchdog: a Doberman Pinscher or a Border Collie? Compare alertness levels.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Border Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Doberman Pinscher or a Border Collie? Compare territorial behaviors.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Border Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Doberman Pinscher vs Border Collie Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Doberman Pinscher and a Border Collie. How do their temperaments differ?	Energetic Alert Intelligent Obedient Loyal Fearless	Energetic Protective Alert Intelligent Responsive Loyal Tenacious
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Doberman Pinscher vs Border Collie?	Sensitive: Doberman Pinscher 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: Doberman Pinscher vs Border Collie?	High: Doberman Pinscher 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.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Doberman Pinscher vs Border Collie social needs comparison:	Doberman Pinscher 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? What's the difference between Doberman Pinscher vs Border Collie?	Doberman Pinscher dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Border Collie dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Doberman Pinscher vs Border Collie? Which can be better for hunting?	Their prey drive is low. 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

Doberman Pinscher vs Border Collie Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Doberman Pinscher or a Border Collie? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Low to Average: The Doberman Pinscher 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 Which breed is more playful: a Doberman Pinscher or a Border Collie? Compare play drive and energy.	Average: Doberman Pinschers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Border Collie is a highly playful breed. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a Doberman Pinscher or a Border Collie? Compare living space needs.	Very house-friendly dog the Doberman Pinscher breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Border Collie breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Doberman Pinscher vs Border Collie Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a Doberman Pinscher or a Border Collie? Compare adaptability levels.	Doberman Pinscher 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: Doberman Pinscher or Border Collie?	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.

Doberman Pinscher vs Border Collie Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: a Doberman Pinscher or a Border Collie? Compare biting tendencies.	Moderate ⏺ The Doberman Pinscher has an average chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Border Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: a Doberman Pinscher or a Border Collie? Compare mouthing behaviors.	Doberman Pinscher dogs have a lower than 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 Which has a stronger bite: a Doberman Pinscher or a Border Collie? Compare bite force PSI.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Doberman Pinscher 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

Doberman Pinscher vs Border Collie Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Doberman Pinscher or a Border Collie? Compare average lifespans.	10-12 years The average lifespan of Doberman Pinscher: 11 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Border Collie: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Doberman Pinscher or a Border Collie? Compare climate tolerances.	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. 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 common health issues between a Doberman Pinscher and a Border Collie. Which breed is healthier?	Doberman Pinschers are commonly healthy dogs.	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: Doberman Pinscher vs Border Collie?	Rare The Doberman Pinscher should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once 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: Doberman Pinscher vs Border Collie? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Doberman Pinscher vs Border Collie health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Wobbler's Syndrome Cardiomyopathy	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Collie Eye Anomaly Osteochondrosis Dissecans

Doberman Pinscher vs Border Collie Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: a Doberman Pinscher or a Border Collie? Compare activity levels.	Doberman Pinscher dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Border Collie dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Doberman Pinscher vs Border Collie exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Doberman Pinscher or Border Collie? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Doberman Pinscher dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Border Collie dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Doberman Pinscher or Border Collie?	Doberman Pinscher dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Border Collie dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Doberman Pinscher vs Border Collie Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Doberman Pinscher or a Border Collie? Compare obesity risks.	Average: The Doberman Pinscher has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Border Collie has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Food Consumption Which eats more: a Doberman Pinscher or a Border Collie? Compare daily food needs.	5 to 6 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

Doberman Pinscher vs Border Collie Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Doberman Pinscher or a Border Collie? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors What color variations exist for Doberman Pinscher and Border Collie? Compare breed colors.	Black Tan Red Blue White Brown	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 Which needs more grooming: a Doberman Pinscher or a Border Collie? Compare maintenance needs.	Easy to groom: The Doberman Pinscher 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 Which drools more: a Doberman Pinscher or a Border Collie? Compare drooling amounts.	The Doberman Pinscher drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.	The Border Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a Doberman Pinscher or a Border Collie? Compare natural smell levels.	Medium ⏺ The Doberman Pinscher has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Border Collie has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Doberman Pinscher and a Border Collie? Compare fur types.	Fine	Dense Feathered Straight Short Moderately Long
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Doberman Pinscher or a Border Collie? Compare bathing frequencies.	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 Doberman Pinscher or Border Collie? Do Doberman Pinscher dogs shed more than Border Collie dogs?	Doberman Pinscher dogs shed moderately. See more.	Border Collie dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Doberman Pinscher vs Border Collie Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a Doberman Pinscher or a Border Collie? Compare kid-friendliness.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Border Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Doberman Pinscher dogs are generally with other pets.	Border Collie dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Doberman Pinscher or Border Collie? Which dog is more friendly?	Doberman Pinscher dogs are not 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 Doberman Pinscher or Border Collie?	Doberman Pinscher dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Doberman Pinscher or Border Collie? Can a Doberman Pinscher and a Border Collie be friends? Do Doberman Pinscher dogs get along with Border Collie dogs?	Doberman Pinscher dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Doberman Pinscher vs Border Collie?	Yes Doberman Pinscher 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 Doberman Pinscher 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?	Doberman Pinschers are commonly okay with elderly people.	Border Collies are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Doberman Pinscher vs Border Collie As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Doberman Pinscher or a Border Collie? Compare service capabilities.	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 Which is better for therapy work: a Doberman Pinscher or a Border Collie? Compare therapy capabilities.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: a Doberman Pinscher or a Border Collie? Compare scenting abilities.	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 Which is better for search and rescue: a Doberman Pinscher or a Border Collie? Compare SAR abilities.	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 Which is better on boats: a Doberman Pinscher or a Border Collie? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really Doberman Pinscher 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 Which is better at pulling: a Doberman Pinscher or a Border Collie? Compare draft work capabilities.	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 history between Doberman Pinscher and Border Collie. Which has stronger military background?	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Doberman Pinscher vs Border Collie Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Doberman Pinscher and Border Collie. Which has larger litters?	6-10 puppies	4-8 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Doberman Pinscher and Border Collie breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Doberman Pinscher and Border Collie. Which needs longer recovery?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Doberman Pinscher vs Border Collie Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Doberman Pinscher and Border Collie. Which groups do they belong to?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1908 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1995 as a Herding breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Doberman Pinscher and Border Collie. Which groups are they in?	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Pinscher and Schnauzer type section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Doberman Pinscher and Border Collie. Which is more widely recognized?	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 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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