Bearded Collie vs Greyhound

Compare the Bearded Collie to the Greyhound. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Bearded Collies and Greyhounds.

Bearded Collie vs Greyhound
Bearded Collie
Greyhound
Bearded Collie
Greyhound
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General Details
Bearded Collie
Greyhound
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-14 Years
12-15 Years
Height
20-22 Inches
25-30 Inches
Weight
40-60 Pounds
60-85 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Bearded Collie
Greyhound
Origin Country
United Kingdom
Egypt
Origin Year
1500 AD
-4000 BC
Temperament
Bearded Collie
Greyhound
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Personality
Bearded Collie
Greyhound
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Living Environment
Bearded Collie
Greyhound
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
No
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
40-75 °F
65-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Below Average
Below Average
Exercise Needs
Bearded Collie
Greyhound
Energy Level
High
Low
Exercise Required
High
Low to Medium
Top Running Speed
22 MPH
45 MPH
Strength
Medium
High
Grooming Needs
Bearded Collie
Greyhound
Coat Maintenance
High
Medium
Shedding
Medium
Medium
Dander
Low to Medium
Medium
Drool
None to Low
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Bearded Collie
Greyhound
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Bearded Collie
Greyhound
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
Yes
Breed Instincts
Bearded Collie
Greyhound
Aggression
None
None
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Above Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
None
Guarding
Average
Below Average
Herding
Above Average
Below Average
Hunting
Below Average
Above Average
Protection
Above Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Average
Sled Pulling
None
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Bearded Collie
Greyhound
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
Bearded Collie
Greyhound
Common Health Issues
Addison's disease
Cancer
Hip dysplasia
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Arthritis
Eye diseases
Bloat
Cancer
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Heart murmurs
Progressive retinal atrophy
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Osteosarcoma
Osteoarthritis
Alopecia
Sensitivity to anesthesia
Cold intolerance
Pannus
Vitreous degeneration
Musculoskeletal injuries
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Bearded Collie
Greyhound
Coat Type
Hair
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Silky
Straight
Straight
Coat Length
Long
Short
Coat Coloring
Bearded Collie
Greyhound
Breed Colors
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