Border Collie vs Shih Tzu

Compare the Border Collie to the Shih Tzu. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Border Collies and Shih Tzus.

Border Collie vs Shih Tzu
Border Collie
Shih Tzu
Border Collie
Shih Tzu
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General Details
Border Collie
Shih Tzu
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
Yes
Lifespan
12-15 Years
10-15 Years
Height
18-22 Inches
9-10 Inches
Weight
27-45 Pounds
9-16 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Average
History
Border Collie
Shih Tzu
Origin Country
United Kingdom
China
Origin Year
1860 AD
618 AD
Temperament
Border Collie
Shih Tzu
Overall Friendliness
Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Average
Above Average
Personality
Border Collie
Shih Tzu
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Living Environment
Border Collie
Shih Tzu
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
Yes
No
Temperature Tolerance
30-80 °F
55-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Above Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Border Collie
Shih Tzu
Energy Level
High
Medium
Exercise Required
High
Low
Top Running Speed
28 MPH
12 MPH
Strength
High
Low
Grooming Needs
Border Collie
Shih Tzu
Coat Maintenance
Low
Medium
Shedding
Low
None
Dander
Low
None
Drool
None
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Border Collie
Shih Tzu
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Border Collie
Shih Tzu
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Border Collie
Shih Tzu
Aggression
None
None
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Below Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Average
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
Above Average
Below Average
Hunting
Below Average
Below Average
Protection
Below Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Border Collie
Shih Tzu
Average Lifespan
12-15 Years
10-15 Years
Health Concerns
Border Collie
Shih Tzu
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Allergies
Epilepsy
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Collie eye anomaly
Hip dysplasia
Ear infections
Patellar luxation
Progressive retinal atrophy
Allergies
Juvenile renal disease
Bladder stones
Corneal ulcer
Proptosis
Distichiasis
Ectopic cilia
Dry eye
Retained baby teeth
Umbilical hernias
Portosystemic shunt
Snuffles
Reverse sneezing
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Border Collie
Shih Tzu
Coat Type
Fur
Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Silky
Straight
Silky
Coat Length
Medium
Long
Coat Coloring
Border Collie
Shih Tzu
Breed Colors
Black
Blue
Blue Merle
Gold
Lilac
Red
Red Merle
Sable
White and Black
White and Blue
White and Blue Merle
White and Red
Black
Black and White
Blue
Blue and White
Brindle
Brindle and White
Gold
Gold and White
Liver
Liver and White
Red
Red and White
Silver
Silver and White
White
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