Breed comparison
Collie vs Border Collie
Weights come from the Petboost breed data. Everything else is from the breed standards listed on each breed page, and a field a source does not state is left blank.
| Breed | | |
|---|---|---|
| Adult weight | 23 to 34 kg | 12 to 25 kg |
| Height | 51 to 61 cm | 46 to 53 cm |
| Lifespan | - | 12 to 15 years |
| Coat | very dense, outer coat straight and harsh, undercoat soft, furry and very close | moderately long or smooth, with a dense medium-textured topcoat and a soft dense undercoat |
| Shedding | Not rated | |
| Grooming effort | ||
| Energy | ||
| Trainability | ||
| Good with children | Not rated | |
| Suits an apartment | Not rated |
What sets them apart
- Collie is the bigger dog: adults are typically 23 to 34 kg, against 12 to 25 kg for Border Collie.
- Border Collie has more energy (5 out of 5, against 3 for Collie).
Which suits you
- An active owner. Border Collie has more energy to match.
- A first-time owner. Border Collie is rated easier to train.
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General information, not veterinary advice. Speak with your vet about your own pet.