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English Springer Spaniel vs Rough Collie vs Hovawart Comparison - Dog breed selector: Springer Spaniel or English Collie or Hovie? Find the right dog for you

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Name English Springer Spaniel Rough Collie Hovawart
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for English Springer Spaniel, Rough Collie, and Hovawart breeds.
Springer Spaniel English Collie
Lassie Dog
Long-Haired Collie
Scottish Collie
Collie
Hovie
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between English Springer Spaniel, Rough Collie, and Hovawart? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

English Springer Spaniel vs Rough Collie vs Hovawart Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between English Springer Spaniel, Rough Collie, and Hovawart. Which breed is the largest?
Medium Large Large
Giant
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between English Springer Spaniel, Rough Collie, and Hovawart? Compare adult weight ranges.
Male: 45-55 pounds (20-25 kg), Female: 40-50 pounds (18-23 kg) Male: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg), Female: 53-65 pounds (24-29 kg) 55 - 90 pounds (25 - 51 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 50 pounds (22.5 kg), Female: 45 pounds (20.5 kg) Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26 kg) 55 - 90 pounds (25 - 51 kg)
Height
Which is taller, English Springer Spaniel or Rough Collie or Hovawart? English Springer Spaniel vs Rough Collie vs Hovawart height comparison:
Male: 19-21 inches (48-56 cm), Female:18-20 inches (46-51 cm) Male: 24–26 inch (60–66 cm), Female: 22–24 inch (55–61 cm) 23 - 28 inches (58 - 70 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 20 inches (52 cm), Female:19 inches (48.5 cm) Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm) 23 - 28 inches (58 - 70 cm)

English Springer Spaniel vs Rough Collie vs Hovawart Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for English Springer Spaniel, Rough Collie, and Hovawart. Find price differences between these breeds.
$700-$800 $400-$600 $1000-$1200
Availability
Which is easier to get, English Springer Spaniel or Rough Collie or Hovawart?
Very frequent: The English Springer Spaniel is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Rough Collie is quite easy to get.
Average: The Hovawart is a commonly available dog breed.

English Springer Spaniel vs Rough Collie vs Hovawart Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between English Springer Spaniel, Rough Collie, and Hovawart. Which breed ranks highest?
Very smart: English Springer Spaniel is an excellent dog breed.
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Very smart: Rough Collie is an excellent dog breed.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between English Springer Spaniel, Rough Collie, and Hovawart. Which is easiest to train?
English Springer Spaniel dogs are easy to train.
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Rough Collie dogs are very easy to train.
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Hovawart dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of English Springer Spaniel, Rough Collie, and Hovawart. Which breed is most alert?
English Springer Spaniel dogs are average watchdogs.
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Rough Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Hovawart dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between English Springer Spaniel, Rough Collie, and Hovawart. Which breed is most protective?
English Springer Spaniel dogs are average defenders.
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Rough Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Hovawart dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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English Springer Spaniel vs Rough Collie vs Hovawart Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between English Springer Spaniel, Rough Collie, and Hovawart? Compare temperaments.
Playful
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Social
Cheerful
Protective
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Docile
Obedient
Loyal
Gentle
Social
Elegant
Hard working
Herding
Active
Devoted
Outright
Tempered
Watchful
Reserved
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Sensitive: Rough Collie dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Hovawart dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: English Springer Spaniel vs Rough Collie vs Hovawart?
High: English Springer Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Rough Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: Hovawart dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Social Needs
English Springer Spaniel vs Rough Collie vs Hovawart social needs comparison:
English Springer Spaniel dogs are a social breed.
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Rough Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Hovawart dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
The wanderlust potential of the English Springer Spaniel is strong enough to escape from home.
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Rough Collie dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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Hovawart dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
English Springer Spaniel dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Rough Collie dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Hovawart 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.
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English Springer Spaniel vs Rough Collie vs Hovawart Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of English Springer Spaniel, Rough Collie, and Hovawart. Which breed is most vocal?
Average: The English Springer Spaniel barks occasionally.
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Low to Average: The Rough Collie rarely barks.
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Low to Average: The Hovawart rarely barks.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between English Springer Spaniel, Rough Collie, and Hovawart. Which breed is most playful?
The English Springer Spaniel is a highly playful breed.
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The Rough Collie is a playful breed.
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Average: Hovawarts, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of English Springer Spaniel, Rough Collie, and Hovawart. Which adapts best to small spaces?
Very house-friendly dog the English Springer Spaniel breed.
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 Rough Collie indoors.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Hovawart breed.

English Springer Spaniel vs Rough Collie vs Hovawart Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between English Springer Spaniel, Rough Collie, and Hovawart. Which breed is most flexible?
English Springer Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Rough Collie dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Hovawart dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: English Springer Spaniel or Rough Collie or Hovawart?
English Springer Spaniel dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.
Rough Collie dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Hovawart dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.

English Springer Spaniel vs Rough Collie vs Hovawart Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between English Springer Spaniel, Rough Collie, and Hovawart. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The English Springer Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Rough Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Hovawart has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between English Springer Spaniel, Rough Collie, and Hovawart. Which uses mouth most during play?
English Springer Spaniel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Rough Collie dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Hovawart dogs have a low tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between English Springer Spaniel, Rough Collie, and Hovawart. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

English Springer Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Rough Collie bite force: Ordinary.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Hovawart bite force: The Strongest.

English Springer Spaniel vs Rough Collie vs Hovawart Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of English Springer Spaniel, Rough Collie, and Hovawart. Which breed lives longest?
10-14 years
The average lifespan of English Springer Spaniel: 12 years
14-16 years
The average lifespan of Rough Collie: 15 years
10-14 years
The average lifespan of Hovawart: 12 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between English Springer Spaniel, Rough Collie, and Hovawart. Which handles climate changes best?
Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Rough Collie can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in English Springer Spaniel, Rough Collie, and Hovawart. Which has fewer health issues?
English Springer Spaniels are commonly healthy dogs.
The Rough Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Hovawart is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Rare
The English Springer Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Average
The Rough Collie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Hovawart should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: English Springer Spaniel vs Rough Collie vs Hovawart? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? English Springer Spaniel vs Rough Collie vs Hovawart health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Ear Infections
Ectropion
Retinal Dysplasia
Phosphofructokinase deficiency (Tarui disease, PFK)
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Drug Sensitivity
Collie Eye Anomaly
Gray Collie Syndrome
Hip Dysplasia
Underactive Thyroid

English Springer Spaniel vs Rough Collie vs Hovawart Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between English Springer Spaniel, Rough Collie, and Hovawart. Which breed is most active?
English Springer Spaniel dogs are high-energy dogs.
Rough Collie dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Hovawart dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
English Springer Spaniel vs Rough Collie vs Hovawart exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: English Springer Spaniel or Rough Collie or Hovawart? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
English Springer Spaniel dogs need a lot of exercises.
Rough Collie dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Hovawart dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: English Springer Spaniel or Rough Collie or Hovawart?
English Springer Spaniel dogs don't need too much sleep.
Rough Collie dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Hovawart dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.

English Springer Spaniel vs Rough Collie vs Hovawart Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between English Springer Spaniel, Rough Collie, and Hovawart. Which is most prone to obesity?
Average: The English Springer Spaniel has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Rough Collie has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Hovawart has an average risk for obesity.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between English Springer Spaniel, Rough Collie, and Hovawart. Which needs most food?
3 to 4.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

English Springer Spaniel vs Rough Collie vs Hovawart Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of English Springer Spaniel, Rough Collie, and Hovawart. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between English Springer Spaniel, Rough Collie, and Hovawart. What colors are available?
Black
Tan
White
Liver
White
Sable
Merle
Black & White & Tan
Blue & Merle
Blue & Merle & White
Sable & White
White & Merle
Black
Blonde
Golden
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between English Springer Spaniel, Rough Collie, and Hovawart. Which requires most maintenance?
Advanced: The English Springer Spaniel requires a lot of grooming.
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Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Easy to groom: The Hovawart doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between English Springer Spaniel, Rough Collie, and Hovawart. Which drools least?
The English Springer Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Rough Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Hovawart is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between English Springer Spaniel, Rough Collie, and Hovawart. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The English Springer Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Rough Collie has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Hovawart has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between English Springer Spaniel, Rough Collie, and Hovawart. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Feathered Rough
Soft
Thick
Straight
Harsh
Furry
Silky
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between English Springer Spaniel, Rough Collie, and Hovawart. Which requires most frequent baths?
6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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2-3 weeks
Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more English Springer Spaniel or Rough Collie or Hovawart? English Springer Spaniel or Rough Collie or {name3 shedding:
English Springer Spaniel dogs shed moderately.
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Rough Collie dogs are heavy shedders.
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Hovawart dogs shed moderately.
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English Springer Spaniel vs Rough Collie vs Hovawart Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between English Springer Spaniel, Rough Collie, and Hovawart. Which is best with kids?
English Springer Spaniel dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Rough Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Hovawart dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
English Springer Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.
Rough Collie dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Hovawart dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly English Springer Spaniel or Rough Collie or Hovawart? Which dog is more friendly?
English Springer Spaniel dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Rough Collie dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Hovawart dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly English Springer Spaniel or Rough Collie or Hovawart?
English Springer Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Rough Collie dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Hovawart dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly English Springer Spaniel or Rough Collie or Hovawart?
English Springer Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Rough Collie dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Hovawart dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: English Springer Spaniel vs Rough Collie vs Hovawart?
Yes
English Springer Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Rough Collie dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Hovawart dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
English Springer Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Rough Collie is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Hovawart is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
English Springer Spaniels are usually recommended for elderly people.
Rough Collies are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Hovawarts are usually recommended for elderly people.

English Springer Spaniel vs Rough Collie vs Hovawart As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between English Springer Spaniel, Rough Collie, and Hovawart. Which is best suited for service work?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between English Springer Spaniel, Rough Collie, and Hovawart. Which excels in therapy work?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between English Springer Spaniel, Rough Collie, and Hovawart. Which has best nose work ability?

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between English Springer Spaniel, Rough Collie, and Hovawart. Which is best for SAR work?

Yes

This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.

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.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between English Springer Spaniel, Rough Collie, and Hovawart. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

English Springer Spaniel breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Rough Collie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Hovawart breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between English Springer Spaniel, Rough Collie, and Hovawart. Which is best for draft work?

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Yes

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of English Springer Spaniel, Rough Collie, and Hovawart. 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.

English Springer Spaniel vs Rough Collie vs Hovawart Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of English Springer Spaniel, Rough Collie, and Hovawart. Which has most puppies?
4-10 puppies 4-8 puppies 6-8 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of English Springer Spaniel, Rough Collie, and Hovawart. Any breeding differences?
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Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between English Springer Spaniel, Rough Collie, and Hovawart. What's recommended?

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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English Springer Spaniel vs Rough Collie vs Hovawart Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for English Springer Spaniel, Rough Collie, and Hovawart. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1910 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Herding breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for English Springer Spaniel, Rough Collie, and Hovawart. How are they classified internationally?
Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Flushing Dogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of English Springer Spaniel, Rough Collie, and Hovawart. Which has most recognition?
American Canine Registry
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
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
American Canine Registry
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.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
Foundation Stock Service

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