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Name	Papillon	Border Collie	Field Spaniel
Origins	Spain France Belgium	England Scotland Wales	England
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Group	Companion Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Gun Dog
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Papillon, Border Collie, and Field Spaniel breeds.	Continental Toy Spaniel Epagneul Nain Epagneul Nain Continental Phalène Squirrel Dog Butterfly Dog	Sheepdog Scotch Sheep Dog	Field
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Papillon, Border Collie, and Field Spaniel? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Papillon vs Border Collie vs Field Spaniel Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Papillon, Border Collie, and Field Spaniel. Which breed is the largest?	Small	Large	Medium
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Papillon, Border Collie, and Field Spaniel? Compare adult weight ranges.	Male: 8-10 pounds (4-5 kg), Female: 7-9 pounds (3-4 kg)	Male: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg), Female: 27-42 pounds (12-19 kg)	35-50 pounds (16-22.5 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 9 pounds (4.5 kg), Female: 8 pounds (3.5 kg)	Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Female: 34.5 pounds (15.5 kg)	42.5 pounds (16-22.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Papillon or Border Collie or Field Spaniel? Papillon vs Border Collie vs Field Spaniel height comparison:	Male: 8-11 inches (20-28 cm), Female: 8-11 inches (20-28 cm)	Male: 19-22 inches (48-56 cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46-53 cm)	18 inches (46 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 9.5 inches (24 cm), Female: 9.5 inches (24 cm)	Male: 20.5 inches (52 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (49.5 cm)	18 inches (46 cm)

Papillon vs Border Collie vs Field Spaniel Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Papillon, Border Collie, and Field Spaniel. Find price differences between these breeds.	$400-$600	$600-$800	$800-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Papillon or Border Collie or Field Spaniel?	Very frequent: The Papillon is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Border Collie is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Field Spaniel is easier than average to get.

Papillon vs Border Collie vs Field Spaniel Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Papillon, Border Collie, and Field Spaniel. Which breed ranks highest?	Outstanding: Papillon is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Outstanding: Border Collie is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Smart: The Field Spaniel dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between Papillon, Border Collie, and Field Spaniel. Which is easiest to train?	Papillon dogs are easy to train. See more.	Border Collie dogs are easy to train. See more.	Field Spaniel dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Papillon, Border Collie, and Field Spaniel. Which breed is most alert?	Papillon dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Border Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Field Spaniel dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Papillon, Border Collie, and Field Spaniel. Which breed is most protective?	Papillon dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Border Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Field Spaniel dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.
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Papillon vs Border Collie vs Field Spaniel Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Papillon, Border Collie, and Field Spaniel? Compare temperaments.	Happy Energetic Alert Intelligent Friendly	Energetic Protective Alert Intelligent Responsive Loyal Tenacious	Sensitive Docile Sociable Adaptable Familiar Cautious
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Papillon dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Sensitive: Border Collie 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.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Papillon vs Border Collie vs Field Spaniel?	High: Papillon 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.	High: Field Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Papillon vs Border Collie vs Field Spaniel social needs comparison:	Papillon dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Border Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Field Spaniel dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Papillon dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Border Collie dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Field Spaniel dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Papillon dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. 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.	Field Spaniel dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Papillon vs Border Collie vs Field Spaniel Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Papillon, Border Collie, and Field Spaniel. Which breed is most vocal?	A lot: Papillon is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Low to Average: The Border Collie rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Field Spaniel rarely barks. See more.
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Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Papillon, Border Collie, and Field Spaniel. Which breed is most playful?	The Papillon is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Border Collie is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Field Spaniel is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Papillon, Border Collie, and Field Spaniel. Which adapts best to small spaces?	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 Papillon indoors.	It is not recommended to keep the Border Collie breed in the home.	Very house-friendly dog the Field Spaniel breed.
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Papillon vs Border Collie vs Field Spaniel Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between Papillon, Border Collie, and Field Spaniel. Which breed is most flexible?	Papillon 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.	Field Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Papillon or Border Collie or Field Spaniel?	Papillon 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.	Field 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.

Papillon vs Border Collie vs Field Spaniel Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Compare biting potential between Papillon, Border Collie, and Field Spaniel. Which has lowest bite risk?	Low 🔽 The Papillon has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Border Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Field Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Compare mouthing tendencies between Papillon, Border Collie, and Field Spaniel. Which uses mouth most during play?	Papillon 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.	Field Spaniel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Compare bite forces between Papillon, Border Collie, and Field Spaniel. Which has the strongest bite?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Papillon bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Border Collie bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Field Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Papillon vs Border Collie vs Field Spaniel Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Papillon, Border Collie, and Field Spaniel. Which breed lives longest?	12-16 years The average lifespan of Papillon: 14 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Border Collie: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Field Spaniel: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Papillon, Border Collie, and Field Spaniel. Which handles climate changes best?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. 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.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in Papillon, Border Collie, and Field Spaniel. Which has fewer health issues?	The Papillon 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.	The Field Spaniel 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?	Average The Papillon 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.	Average The Field Spaniel 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: Papillon vs Border Collie vs Field Spaniel? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Papillon vs Border Collie vs Field Spaniel health problems comparison:	Collapsed Trachea Open Fontanel Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Hypoglycemia	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Collie Eye Anomaly Osteochondrosis Dissecans	Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Eye Problems Epilepsy Heart Problems Autoimmune Hypothyroidism

Papillon vs Border Collie vs Field Spaniel Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Papillon, Border Collie, and Field Spaniel. Which is most prone to obesity?	Average: The Papillon has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Border Collie has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Field Spaniel's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Papillon, Border Collie, and Field Spaniel. Which needs most food?	1/4 to 1 cup 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.	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Papillon vs Border Collie vs Field Spaniel Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Papillon, Border Collie, and Field Spaniel. 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 Papillon, Border Collie, and Field Spaniel. What colors are available?	Black Tan Red White Sable Lemon	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	Black Blue Golden Liver Roan
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Papillon, Border Collie, and Field Spaniel. Which requires most maintenance?	Average: The Papillon requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Border Collie requires average grooming effort. See more.	Easy to groom: The Field Spaniel doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Papillon, Border Collie, and Field Spaniel. Which drools least?	The Papillon is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Border Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Field Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Papillon, Border Collie, and Field Spaniel. Which has least natural smell?	Low 🔽 The Papillon has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Border Collie has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Field Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Papillon, Border Collie, and Field Spaniel. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Feathered	Dense Feathered Straight Short Moderately Long	Dense Silky Waterproof
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Papillon, Border Collie, and Field Spaniel. Which requires most frequent baths?	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. 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.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Papillon or Border Collie or Field Spaniel? Papillon or Border Collie or {name3 shedding:	Papillon dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Border Collie dogs shed moderately. See more.	Field Spaniel dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Papillon vs Border Collie vs Field Spaniel Good With Comparison

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

Papillon vs Border Collie vs Field Spaniel As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Papillon, Border Collie, and Field Spaniel. Which is best suited for service work?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Compare therapy dog potential between Papillon, Border Collie, and Field Spaniel. Which excels in therapy work?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between Papillon, Border Collie, and Field Spaniel. 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.	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 Papillon, Border Collie, and Field Spaniel. 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.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability Compare boating aptitude between Papillon, Border Collie, and Field Spaniel. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really Papillon 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.	Not really Field Spaniel breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Papillon, Border Collie, and Field Spaniel. 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 Papillon, Border Collie, and Field Spaniel. 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.

Papillon vs Border Collie vs Field Spaniel Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Papillon, Border Collie, and Field Spaniel. Which has most puppies?	2-4 puppies	4-8 puppies	4-6 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Papillon, Border Collie, and Field Spaniel. Any breeding differences?	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding intervals between Papillon, Border Collie, and Field Spaniel. 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.

Papillon vs Border Collie vs Field Spaniel Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Papillon, Border Collie, and Field Spaniel. How are they classified?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1915 as a Toy breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1995 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1894 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Papillon, Border Collie, and Field Spaniel. How are they classified internationally?	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Continental Toy Spaniel and Russian Toy section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Flushing Dogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Papillon, Border Collie, and Field Spaniel. Which has most recognition?	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 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	American Kennel Club Canadian Kennel Club Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club

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