Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Collie Versus King Shepherd: Introduction
- Collie versus King Shepherd: Overview
- Collie versus King Shepherd: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Collie and the King Shepherd
- The Similarities Between the Collie and the King Shepherd
- Size (Weight and Height) of Collie versus King Shepherd
- Lifespan of Collie versus King Shepherd
- Temperament of the Collie Versus the King Shepherd
- Price of Collie versus Price of King Shepherd
- Tolerates Being Alone: Collie versus King Shepherd
- Do Collies shed more than King Shepherds?
- Which one drools more, the Collie or the King Shepherd
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Collie or the King Shepherd?
- Does the Collie Have a Higher Prey Drive than the King Shepherd?
- Do Collies Bark and Howl? What about King Shepherds?
- Can Collies Tolerate Cold Weather? And can King Shepherds Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Collie vs. King Shepherd
- Can Collies Tolerate Hot Weather? Can King Shepherds Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Collie or the King Shepherd?
- Are Collies good family dogs? What about King Shepherds?
- How Kid-friendly are Collies and King Shepherds?
- Is the Collie Easier to Train than the King Shepherd?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Collie
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the King Shepherd
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Collie versus King Shepherd. Which One is a Better Pet?
Collie Versus King Shepherd: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Collie and the King Shepherd? Well, you have come to the right place. Because in this article, we will provide you with a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Collie and the King Shepherd better suits you.We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the Collie and the King Shepherd.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Collie and the King Shepherd is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.
Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the Collie and for the King Shepherd. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you with more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Collie and the King Shepherd.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Collie or the King Shepherd.
Collie versus King Shepherd: Overview
A very important difference between the Collie and the King Shepherd is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Collie is a medium-sized dog while the King Shepherd is a giant-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Collie belongs to the Herding Dogs group. Herding Dogs were bred for moving livestock, including sheep, cattle, and even reindeer. Herding dogs work closely with their human shepherds, and their natural intelligence and responsiveness make them highly trainable. They have high levels of energy, which needs to be channeled properly to prevent destructive behavior. Herding breeds are protective of their people and property and make excellent watchdogs. Their intelligence, agility, and activity level make them well suited to dog sports.
On the other hand, the King Shepherd belongs to the Hybrid Dogs group. Hybrid Dogs are the offspring of 2 or more known, but different, dog breeds.
Collie versus King Shepherd: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Collie to the King Shepherd based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.
When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets
Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.
However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.
Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the Collie and the King Shepherd
| Factor | Collie | King Shepherd |
|---|---|---|
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Life Span | 10 to 14 years | 10 to 11 years |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Height | 22 to 26 inches all at the shoulder | 25 to 31 inches |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| General Health | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Train | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Intelligence | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Easygoing | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Weight | 50 to 70 pounds | 75 to 150 pounds |
| Average Lifespan | 12.0 years | 10.5 years |
| Average Price | $1480 | $1560 |
| Price Range | $1000 – $1800 | $700 – $2500 |
| Temperament Score | 80.8 percent | 100.0 percent |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests | No Data |
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Collie in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the King Shepherd. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.
The Better-Pet score for the Collie is 83 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the King Shepherd is 84 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the King Shepherd is a better pet than the Collie. So, you should get the King Shepherd!
Although we have done our best to analyze these two dog breeds in a very unbiased way, however, we will like to let you know that there are some dog attributes that cannot be assigned a number for comparison. We cannot put a number on how cute a dog breed is, for example. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.
Also, the dog breed that best suits you will depend on your peculiar lifestyle, your taste, and your priorities, which we do not know. So, for you to decide on which breed is right for you, read through the rest of the article to further understand both the Collie and the King Shepherd so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Collie and the King Shepherd
Below is a list of where the Collie and the King Shepherd are most different:
The Similarities Between the Collie and the King Shepherd
The Collie and the King Shepherd are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Collie and the King Shepherd are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Collie versus King Shepherd
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Collie and the King Shepherd.
Collies weigh 50 to 70 pounds when fully grown. Collies are 22 to 26 inches all at the shoulder when fully grown.
On the other hand, King Shepherds weigh 75 to 150 pounds when fully grown. King Shepherds are 25 to 31 inches when fully grown.
Lifespan of Collie versus King Shepherd
The lifespan of Collies is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Collies is 12.0 years.
The lifespan of King Shepherds is between 10 to 11 years . The average lifespan of King Shepherds is 10.5 years.
Collies live longer than King Shepherds.
Temperament of the Collie Versus the King Shepherd
The King Shepherd has a better temperament than the Collie.
This is because the temperament score for the King Shepherd is 100.0 percent while the temperament score for the Collie is 80.8 percent, according to the American Temperament Test Society (ATTS).
The American Temperament Test Society (ATTS) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide fair and objective evaluations of the temperaments of dog breeds.
Dog breeds with low temperament scores tend to show unprovoked aggression, they easily panic without quickly recovering from the panic, and they tend to avoid people. However, dog breeds with high temperament scores are not aggressive and are not shy. Also, these dogs are generally friendly and are protective of their owners.
The average temperament score across all dog breeds (over 250 breeds) is 83.7 percent.
With its temperament score of 80.8 percent, the Collie has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
With its temperament score of 100.0 percent, the King Shepherd has an above-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Collie and the King Shepherd by measuring the temperaments of 896 Collies and 1 King Shepherds.
Price of Collie versus Price of King Shepherd
The average price of the Collie puppy is $1480. The price of the Collie typically ranges from $1000 – $1800. However, the price of a Collie can be as low as $300 and as high as $15000. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 356 Collie puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The average price of the King Shepherd puppy is $1560. The price of the King Shepherd typically ranges from $700 – $2500. However, the price of the King Shepherd can be as low as $150 and as high as $3000. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 34 King Shepherd puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The King Shepherd is more expensive than the Collie.
`| Collie | King Shepherd | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $1480 | $1560 |
| Price Range | $1000 to $1800 | $700 to $2500 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Collie and King Shepherd. For different price points, the charts show how many Collie puppies or how many King Shepherd puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Collies. The typical price range is shaded Green.
A breakdown of the prices of King Shepherds
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Collie puppy or the King Shepherd puppy. This includes if health screening tests have been performed on the puppy, if the puppy is from a famous pedigree, the US State where the puppy is bred, etc.
Nevertheless, when looking to buy a puppy, look at buying a puppy only from well-established breeders that breed puppies primarily for the love of dogs, and secondarily for profit. Do not buy a puppy from a puppy mill. Puppy mills mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.
You may also consider adopting a dog instead of buying a dog.
Tolerates Being Alone: Collie versus King Shepherd
Collies do not like to be left alone.
King Shepherds do not like to be left alone.
Do Collies shed more than King Shepherds?
Collies shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
King Shepherds shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Collie or the King Shepherd
Collies do have a very low tendency to drool.
King Shepherds have a very high tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Collie or the King Shepherd?
Collies require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
King Shepherds are very easy to groom.
Does the Collie Have a Higher Prey Drive than the King Shepherd?
Collies have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.
King Shepherds have a very low prey drive. This means they get won`t chase after smaller pets. They tend to get along well with other pets.
Do Collies Bark and Howl? What about King Shepherds?
Collies are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
King Shepherds are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Can Collies Tolerate Cold Weather? And can King Shepherds Tolerate Cold Weather?
Collies can very well tolerate cold weather.
King Shepherds can very well tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Collie vs. King Shepherd
Collies do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
King Shepherds have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Collies Tolerate Hot Weather? Can King Shepherds Tolerate Hot Weather?
Collies can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
King Shepherds can tolerate hot weather.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Collie or the King Shepherd?
Collies get along very well with other dogs.
King Shepherds get along very well with other dogs.
Are Collies good family dogs? What about King Shepherds?
Collies are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
King Shepherds are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Collies and King Shepherds?
Collies get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
King Shepherds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Collie Easier to Train than the King Shepherd?
Collies are very easy to train.
King Shepherds are very easy to train.
Is the Collie Better for Apartment Owners than the King Shepherd?
Collies adapt moderately well to apartment living.
King Shepherds adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Collie or the King Shepherd?
Collies are very good for new dog owners.
King Shepherds are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Collie
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Collie that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.
We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Collie:
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the King Shepherd
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the King Shepherd that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.
We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the King Shepherd:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Collie and how the King Shepherd compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Collie and of the King Shepherd to other breeds:
Collie Versus Other Dog Breeds
Collie versus Karelian Bear Dog Collie versus Maremma Sheepdog Collie versus Silky Terrier Collie versus Irish Terrier Collie versus Chorkie Collie versus Shih Tzu Collie versus Alaskan Malamute Collie versus Caucasian Shepherd Dog Collie versus Sheepadoodle Collie versus Black and Tan Coonhound Collie versus Bich Poo Collie versus Kooikerhondje Collie versus Australian Cattle Dog Collie versus Kerry Blue Terrier Collie versus Bernedoodle Collie versus Chow Chow Collie versus Catahoula Bulldog Collie versus Rhodesian Ridgeback Collie versus Azawakh Collie versus Pomapoo Collie versus Bich Poo Collie versus Boxerdoodle Collie versus Irish Setter Collie versus ChinookKing Shepherd Versus Other Dog Breeds
King Shepherd versus Patterdale Terrier King Shepherd versus Cavachon King Shepherd versus Mudi King Shepherd versus Tibetan Spaniel King Shepherd versus Kooikerhondje King Shepherd versus Pekingese King Shepherd versus Basenji King Shepherd versus Bracco Italiano King Shepherd versus American Staffordshire Terrier King Shepherd versus Braque du Bourbonnais King Shepherd versus Harrier King Shepherd versus Siberian Husky King Shepherd versus Sussex Spaniel King Shepherd versus Entlebucher Mountain Dog King Shepherd versus Australian Kelpie King Shepherd versus Shih Tzu King Shepherd versus Pug King Shepherd versus Finnish Lapphund King Shepherd versus Ibizan Hound King Shepherd versus Central Asian Shepherd Dog King Shepherd versus Shichon King Shepherd versus Cocker Spaniel King Shepherd versus Miniature Schnauzer King Shepherd versus Maltipoo King Shepherd versus Portuguese Water DogConclusion: Collie versus King Shepherd. Which One is a Better Pet?
In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the Collie and the King Shepherd better suits you and your family.