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Scottish Terrier vs Dachshund vs Border Collie Comparison - Dog breed selector: Aberdeenie or Bassotto or Sheepdog? Find the right dog for you

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Name Scottish Terrier Dachshund Border Collie
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Aberdeenie
Scottie
Bassotto
Sausage Dog
Tekkel
Tekkel Doxie
Weenie Dog
Worshond
Teckel
Sheepdog
Scotch Sheep Dog
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Scottish Terrier vs Dachshund vs Border Collie breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Scottish Terrier vs Dachshund vs Border Collie Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Scottish Terrier or Dachshund or Border Collie? Which is the smallest dog, Scottish Terrier or Dachshund or Border Collie?
Small Small Large
Weight
Which is heavier, Scottish Terrier or Dachshund or Dachshund? Scottish Terrier vs Dachshund vs Border Collie weight comparison:
19-23 pounds (8.5-10.5 kg) Toy: 8-11 pounds (3.5-5.0 kg)Standard: 16-32 pounds (7-15 kg), Miniature: 12 pounds (5.5 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?
21 pounds (8.5-10.5 kg) Toy: 9.5 pounds (3.5-5.0 kg)Standard: 24 pounds (11 kg), Miniature: 12 pounds (5.5 kg) Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Female: 34.5 pounds (15.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Scottish Terrier or Dachshund or Border Collie? Scottish Terrier vs Dachshund vs Border Collie height comparison:
10-11 inches (25-28 cm) Toy: 12 inches (30 cm)Standard: 8-11 inches (20-27 cm), Miniature: 5-7 inches (13-18 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?
10.5 inches (26.5 cm) Toy: 12 inches (30 cm)Standard: 9.5 inches (23.5 cm), Miniature: 6 inches (15.5 cm) Male: 20.5 inches (52 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (49.5 cm)

Scottish Terrier vs Dachshund vs Border Collie Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Scottish Terrier or Dachshund or Border Collie? Which is more expensive?
$800-$1000 $500-$700 $600-$800
Availability
Which is easier to get, Scottish Terrier or Dachshund or Border Collie?
Very frequent: The Scottish Terrier is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Dachshund is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Border Collie is quite easy to get.

Scottish Terrier vs Dachshund vs Border Collie Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Scottish Terrier vs Dachshund vs Border Collie intelligence:
Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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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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Outstanding: Border Collie is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Trainability
Scottish Terrier vs Dachshund vs Border Collie trainability comparison.
Scottish Terrier dogs are quite easy to train.
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Dachshund dogs are easy to train.
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Border Collie dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Scottish Terrier or Dachshund or Border Collie?
Scottish Terrier dogs are average watchdogs.
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Dachshund dogs are average watchdogs.
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Border Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Scottish Terrier or Dachshund or Border Collie? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Scottish Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Dachshund dogs are average defenders.
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Border Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Scottish Terrier vs Dachshund vs Border Collie Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Scottish Terrier or Dachshund or Border Collie? Scottish Terrier vs Dachshund vs Border Collie behavior/temperament comparison:
Playful
Independent
Alert
Quick
Selfish
Playful
Stubborn
Courageous
Devoted
Lively
Clever
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.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Sensitive: Border Collie dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Scottish Terrier vs Dachshund vs Border Collie?
Average to High: Scottish Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: Dachshund dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Border Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Scottish Terrier vs Dachshund vs Border Collie social needs comparison:
Scottish Terrier dogs are a social breed.
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Dachshund dogs are a social breed.
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Border Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Scottish Terrier dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Dachshund dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Border Collie dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Scottish Terrier 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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Dachshund dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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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.
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Scottish Terrier vs Dachshund vs Border Collie Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Scottish Terrier vs Dachshund vs Border Collie playfulness comparison:
Average: Scottish Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Average: Dachshunds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Border Collie is a highly playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Scottish Terrier vs Dachshund vs Border Collie?
Low: The Scottish Terrier barks none to minimal.
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A lot: Dachshund is a particularly loud breed.
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Low to Average: The Border Collie rarely barks.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Scottish Terrier or Dachshund or Border Collie?
Very house-friendly dog the Scottish Terrier breed.
Apartment-friendly dog the Dachshund breed.
It is not recommended to keep the Border Collie breed in the home.

Scottish Terrier vs Dachshund vs Border Collie Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Average: Scottish Terrier dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Dachshund 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.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Scottish Terrier or Dachshund or Border Collie?
Scottish Terrier 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.
Dachshund 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.
Border Collie dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Scottish Terrier vs Dachshund vs Border Collie Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Scottish Terrier or Dachshund or Border Collie?

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Scottish Terrier bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Dachshund bite force: Weak.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Border Collie bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Scottish Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Dachshund has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Border Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Scottish Terrier vs Dachshund vs Border Collie mouthiness comparison:
Scottish Terrier dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Dachshund dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Border Collie dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Scottish Terrier vs Dachshund vs Border Collie Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Scottish Terrier vs Dachshund vs Border Collie health comparison. Which is the healthier: Scottish Terrier vs Dachshund vs Border Collie?
Scottish Terriers are commonly healthy dogs.
The Dachshund 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.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Scottish Terrier vs Dachshund vs Border Collie? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Scottish Terrier vs Dachshund vs Border Collie health problems comparison:
Patellar Luxation
Von Willebrand's Disease
Craniomandibular Osteopathy
Scottie Cramp
Legg-perthes Disease
Cancer
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Epilepsy
Deafness
Intervertebral Disk Disease
Elbow Dysplasia
Demodectic Mange
Mitral Valve Disease
Cushing's Syndrome
Acanthosis Nigricans
Baldness
Canine Diabetes Mellitus
Lymphocytic Thyroiditis
Narcolepsy
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Collie Eye Anomaly
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Rare
The Scottish Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Average
The Dachshund 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.
Life Expectancy
Scottish Terrier vs Dachshund vs Border Collie lifespan comparison. How long do Scottish Terrier, Dachshund and Border Collie breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
11-13 years
The average lifespan of Scottish Terrier: 12 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Dachshund: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Border Collie: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Scottish Terrier vs Dachshund vs Border Collie?
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Scottish Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers warm weather
Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates.
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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.
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Scottish Terrier vs Dachshund vs Border Collie Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Scottish Terrier or Dachshund or Border Collie? Scottish Terrier vs Dachshund vs Border Collie energy level comparison:
Scottish Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Dachshund dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Border Collie dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Scottish Terrier vs Dachshund vs Border Collie exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Scottish Terrier or Dachshund or Border Collie? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Scottish Terrier dogs have an average exercise need.
Dachshund dogs have an average exercise need.
Border Collie dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Scottish Terrier or Dachshund or Border Collie?
Scottish Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dachshund 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.

Scottish Terrier vs Dachshund vs Border Collie Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Scottish Terrier or Dachshund or Border Collie?
Recommended daily amount: 1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day. 1 to 1.5 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.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Scottish Terrier vs Dachshund vs Border Collie weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The Scottish Terrier has an average risk for obesity.
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High: The Dachshund breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Average: The Border Collie has an average risk for obesity.
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Scottish Terrier vs Dachshund vs Border Collie Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Scottish Terrier vs Dachshund vs Border Collie coat comparison:
Wiry Fine Dense
Feathered
Straight
Short
Moderately Long
Colors
What are the original Scottish Terrier, Dachshund and Border Collie color?
Black
Red
Silver
Brindle
Wheaten
Black
Tan
Red
Blue
White
Silver
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
Which dog is easy to maintain, Scottish Terrier or Dachshund or Border Collie? Scottish Terrier vs Dachshund vs Border Collie grooming comparison:
Average: The Scottish Terrier requires average grooming effort.
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Easy to groom: The Dachshund doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Average: The Border Collie requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Scottish Terrier or Dachshund or Border Collie? Scottish Terrier or Dachshund or {name3 shedding:
Scottish Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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Dachshund dogs shed none to minimal.
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Border Collie dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Scottish Terrier or Dachshund or Border Collie?
8-12 weeks
Very 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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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Hypoallergenic
Scottish Terrier vs Dachshund vs Border Collie hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Scottish Terrier vs Dachshund vs Border Collie?

Medium

The Scottish Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Dachshund has a low chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Border Collie has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Scottish Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Dachshund is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Border Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Scottish Terrier vs Dachshund vs Border Collie Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Scottish Terrier dogs are generally with other pets.
Dachshund dogs are generally with other pets.
Border Collie dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Scottish Terrier or Dachshund or Border Collie? Which dog is more friendly?
Scottish Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dachshund dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Scottish Terrier or Dachshund or Border Collie?
Scottish Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Dachshund dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Border Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Scottish Terrier or Dachshund or Border Collie?
Scottish Terrier dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dachshund dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Scottish Terrier or Dachshund or Border Collie?
Scottish Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Dachshund 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 good for the first-time owners: Scottish Terrier vs Dachshund vs Border Collie?
Yes
Scottish Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Dachshund 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
Scottish Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Dachshund 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?
Scottish Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.
Dachshunds are not the best breed for elderly people.
Border Collies are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Scottish Terrier vs Dachshund vs Border Collie As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog
Which one could be a service dog?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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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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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Scottish Terrier or Dachshund or Border Collie? Which is better for autism?

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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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog
Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?

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 and Rescue Dog (SAR)
Which one could be a 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.

Yes

This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: Scottish Terrier vs Dachshund vs Border Collie?

Not really

Scottish Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

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

Border Collie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog
Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?

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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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Fighting Dog / Military 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.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Scottish Terrier vs Dachshund vs Border Collie Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency

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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Litter Size
How many puppies can Scottish Terrier and Dachshund and Border Collie have?
2-5 puppies 4-8 puppies 4-8 puppies

Scottish Terrier vs Dachshund vs Border Collie Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Terrier breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1995 as a Herding breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Small sized Terriers section. Recognized by FCI in the Dachshunds group, in the section. Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
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
Club Espanol De Terriers
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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