Intelligent
Alert
Tenacious
Protective
Energetic
Responsive
Loyal

Intelligent
Affectionate
Outright
Tempered
Gentle
Athletic
Quiet

Choose a Border Collie if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

Greyhounds are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Great Britain

Egypt

Roman Herding Dogs, Spitz-type Herders

Arabian Sloughi

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

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

1800s

Ancient Times

Herding (AKC:1995 & UKC)

Hound (AKC:1885)
Sighthounds and Pariahs (UKC)

Blue
Hazel
Brown
Amber

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Black
Gray
Brown
Red
Cream
Blue
White
Sable
Brindle

Black
Gray
Red
Cream
Fawn
Blue
Silver
White
Pied
Brindle

Border Collies have medium-length coats.

Greyhounds have short coats.

A Border Collie can have a litter of 12-15 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Greyhound can have a litter of 10-13 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hip Dysplasia
Pannus
Hypothyroidism
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Portosystemic Shunt

Osteosarcoma
Bloat

Epilepsy
Lens Luxation
Multidrug Resistance

Hyperthyroidism

Eye
Hip
Blood Test
Physical Examination

Blood Test
Thyroid Tests
X-Rays
Physical Examination

Border Collies thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Greyhounds are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

Border Collie has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Greyhound has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Border Collies need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

Greyhounds need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

Border Collies are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Greyhounds are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

Border Collie minimally drools, ideal for those who dislike drool marks on clothing.

Greyhound has low drooling tendency, suitable for those who dislike drool marks.

Border Collie dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Greyhounds are typically quiet and only bark when needed, such as to alert their owner or when in distress.

Border Collie dogs are highly protective and make excellent guard dogs due to their strong instinct to defend their territory and owners, and their high level of vigilance.

Greyhound dogs are not typically good guard dogs due to their lack of protective nature and weak territorial drive.

Go to Beach, Bike ride, Boat ride, Walk, Run, Frisbee, Go Camping, Road trip, Hike, Swim, Tug-of-war, Play, Fetch, Brushing, Shake, Dog Parks, Catch treats, Walks, Workin, Running, Swimming, Walking, 4 years, Belly rubs, Playing, Sniffing, Hiking, Chase, Being rubbed, Cuddling

Nose work, Walk, Run, Nap, Running, Walking, Sniffing, Fetch, Go to Park, Frisbee, Walks, Jogging, Sprinting, Fast walking, Beach, Hiking

Border Collies are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

Greyhounds are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Border Collie, it's at least 14 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Greyhound, it's at least 15 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Border Collies usually need at least 90 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Greyhounds usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Border Collie requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

The Greyhound is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

Border Collie should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Ideally, Greyhound should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Flea Comb
Dematter
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 30-55 pound (14 - 25 kg) Border Collie feed 2.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 65-85 pound (29 - 39 kg) Greyhound feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Border Collie is somewhere $2.50 - $3.20 per day.

The average cost of a Greyhound is somewhere $2.80 - $3.20 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Border Collie is between $74 - $95. This makes an average of $888 - $1140 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Greyhound is between $84 - $95. This makes an average of $1008 - $1140 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Border Collie is highly intelligent and very trainable.

Greyhounds are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Border Collies can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

Greyhounds make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Border Collies are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Greyhounds are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

Border Collies are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Greyhounds are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Border Collies are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Greyhounds are highly friendly around strangers.

Border Collies are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Greyhounds have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.