Australian Cattle Dog vs Border Collie

Compare the Australian Cattle Dog to the Border Collie. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Australian Cattle Dogs and Border Collies.

Australian Cattle Dog vs Border Collie
Australian Cattle Dog
Border Collie
Australian Cattle Dog
Border Collie
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General Details
Australian Cattle Dog
Border Collie
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-14 Years
12-15 Years
Height
17-20 Inches
18-22 Inches
Weight
30-50 Pounds
27-45 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Australian Cattle Dog
Border Collie
Origin Country
Australia
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1840 AD
1860 AD
Temperament
Australian Cattle Dog
Border Collie
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Average
Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Average
Personality
Australian Cattle Dog
Border Collie
Traits
Affectionate
Jealous
Loving
Stubborn
Affectionate
Loving
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Australian Cattle Dog
Border Collie
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
No
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
40-95 °F
30-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Above Average
Above Average
Exercise Needs
Australian Cattle Dog
Border Collie
Energy Level
High
High
Exercise Required
High
High
Top Running Speed
25 MPH
28 MPH
Strength
Medium
High
Grooming Needs
Australian Cattle Dog
Border Collie
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low
Shedding
Low
Low
Dander
Low
Low
Drool
None
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Australian Cattle Dog
Border Collie
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Australian Cattle Dog
Border Collie
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Australian Cattle Dog
Border Collie
Aggression
Below Average
None
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Above Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
Above Average
Above Average
Hunting
Below Average
Below Average
Protection
Below Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
None
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Australian Cattle Dog
Border Collie
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
Australian Cattle Dog
Border Collie
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Von willebrand's disease
Progressive retinal atrophy
Elbow dysplasia
Deafness
Lens luxation
Work-related injuries
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Allergies
Epilepsy
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Collie eye anomaly
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Australian Cattle Dog
Border Collie
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Straight
Silky
Straight
Coat Length
Short
Medium
Coat Coloring
Australian Cattle Dog
Border Collie
Breed Colors
Blue
Blue Mottled
Blue Speckled
Red Mottled
Red Speckled
Black
Blue
Blue Merle
Gold
Lilac
Red
Red Merle
Sable
White and Black
White and Blue
White and Blue Merle
White and Red
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