Bernese Mountain Dog vs Border Collie

Compare the Bernese Mountain Dog to the Border Collie. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Bernese Mountain Dogs and Border Collies.

Bernese Mountain Dog vs Border Collie
Bernese Mountain Dog
Border Collie
Bernese Mountain Dog
Border Collie
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General Details
Bernese Mountain Dog
Border Collie
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
6-8 Years
12-15 Years
Height
23-27 Inches
18-22 Inches
Weight
70-120 Pounds
27-45 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Above Average
History
Bernese Mountain Dog
Border Collie
Origin Country
Switzerland
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1892 AD
1860 AD
Temperament
Bernese Mountain Dog
Border Collie
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Average
Personality
Bernese Mountain Dog
Border Collie
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Bernese Mountain Dog
Border Collie
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
15-75 °F
30-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Below Average
Above Average
Exercise Needs
Bernese Mountain Dog
Border Collie
Energy Level
Medium
High
Exercise Required
Low
High
Top Running Speed
22 MPH
28 MPH
Strength
Very High
High
Grooming Needs
Bernese Mountain Dog
Border Collie
Coat Maintenance
High
Low
Shedding
High
Low
Dander
High
Low
Drool
Low
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Bernese Mountain Dog
Border Collie
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Bernese Mountain Dog
Border Collie
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Bernese Mountain Dog
Border Collie
Aggression
None
None
Burrow / Digging
None
Below Average
Chasing
Below Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
Above Average
Hunting
None
Below Average
Protection
None
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Bernese Mountain Dog
Border Collie
Average Lifespan
6-8 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
Bernese Mountain Dog
Border Collie
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Cancer
Hip dysplasia
Von willebrand's disease
Progressive retinal atrophy
Elbow dysplasia
Portosystemic shunt
Panosteitis
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Allergies
Epilepsy
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Collie eye anomaly
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Bernese Mountain Dog
Border Collie
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Shaggy
Straight
Silky
Straight
Coat Length
Medium
Medium
Coat Coloring
Bernese Mountain Dog
Border Collie
Breed Colors
Black and White
Black and White
Black, Rust, and White
Black, Rust, and White
Black, Tan, and White
Black, Tan, and White
Black
Black
Blue
Blue
Blue Merle
Blue Merle
Gold
Gold
Lilac
Lilac
Red
Red
Red Merle
Red Merle
Sable
Sable
White and Black
White and Black
White and Blue
White and Blue
White and Blue Merle
White and Blue Merle
White and Red
White and Red
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