Border Collie
Border Collie
VS
Dutch Shepherd (Hollandse Herder)
Dutch Shepherd (Hollandse Herder)
Breeds
Border Collie
Comparisons
Dutch Shepherd (Hollandse Herder)

Border Collie vs Dutch Shepherd (Hollandse Herder)

Compare Border Collie and Dutch Shepherd (Hollandse Herder) side by side and get a clear picture of what sets the breeds apart. Explore differences in size, weight, temperament, activity level, and other key traits to more easily decide which breed best fits your lifestyle and circumstances.
Characteristic
Border Collie
Dutch Shepherd (Hollandse Herder)
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
52 – 53 cm
55 – 62 cm
Weight
12 – 20 kg
22 – 32 kg
Life expectancy
10 – 15 years
13 – 15 years
Child friendly
3/5
4/5
Energy level
4/5
4/5
Intelligence
5/5
3/5
Trainability
5/5
3/5
Health
3/5
3/5
Grooming needs
3/5
3/5
Shedding
3/5
3/5
Barking level
5/5
3/5
Aggressiveness
2/5
3/5
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Characteristics

Border Collie
High energy
Super smart
Easy to train
Medium
Dutch Shepherd (Hollandse Herder)
Great with kids
High energy
Large

Summary

About Border Collie
The Border Collie is a medium, athletic herding dog known for intense focus, high intelligence and very high energy. Developed to work sheep all day, it excels in herding, sports and training. It needs plenty of exercise, mental stimulation and structured guidance in an active home.
About Dutch Shepherd (Hollandse Herder)
Dutch Shepherds are medium, athletic Dutch farm dogs with three brindle coat types. Intelligent, loyal, and protective, they bond closely with family, excel in work and sport, and need significant daily exercise, training, and socialization to stay balanced.

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