Which is Better between the Collie and the Peek A Poo? A Very Detailed Review.

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Collie Versus Peek A Poo: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Collie and the Peek A Poo? 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 Peek A Poo 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 Peek A Poo.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Collie and the Peek A Poo 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 Peek A Poo. 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 Peek A Poo.

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 Peek A Poo.

Collie versus Peek A Poo: Overview

A very important difference between the Collie and the Peek A Poo is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Collie is a medium-sized dog while the Peek A Poo is a tiny-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 Peek A Poo belongs to the Hybrid Dogs group. Hybrid Dogs are the offspring of 2 or more known, but different, dog breeds.

Collie versus Peek A Poo: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Collie to the Peek A Poo 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 Peek A Poo

Factor Collie Peek A Poo
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 5/5 5/5
Life Span 10 to 14 years 10 to 15 years
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 2/5
Easy To Groom 2/5 2/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 4/5 4/5
Height 22 to 26 inches all at the shoulder Up to 11 inches tall at the shoulder
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 3/5 5/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 2/5
General Health 3/5 3/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 2/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 2/5
NOT Rambunctious 3/5 3/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 3/5 3/5
Good For Novice Owners 4/5 5/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 4/5 3/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 4/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 4/5 3/5
Easy To Train 4/5 3/5
Intelligence 4/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 2/5 3/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 2/5 2/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 4/5
Easygoing 1/5 2/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 4/5
Does NOT Shed 1/5 4/5
Weight 50 to 70 pounds 4 to 20 pounds
Average Lifespan 12.0 years 12.5 years
Average Price $1480 $1430
Price Range $1000 – $1800 $1000 – $1800
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Clear By Parentage
  • Dermatomyositis
  • Multiple Drug Sensitivity
  • Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA) DNA Test
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    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 Peek A Poo. 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 Peek A Poo is 84 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Peek A Poo is a better pet than the Collie. So, you should get the Peek A Poo!

    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 Peek A Poo so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Collie and the Peek A Poo

    Below is a list of where the Collie and the Peek A Poo are most different:

  • Collies shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies. However, Peek A Poos do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
  • The Similarities Between the Collie and the Peek A Poo

    The Collie and the Peek A Poo are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Collie and the Peek A Poo are most similar:

  • Both the Collie and the Peek A Poo do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Collie and the Peek A Poo do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
  • Both the Collie and the Peek A Poo do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Collie and the Peek A Poo require a lot of grooming and are not very easy to groom.
  • Both the Collie and the Peek A Poo do the things they do with very low vigor. They are not forceful.
  • Both the Collie and the Peek A Poo are good for new dog owners.
  • Both the Collie and the Peek A Poo can tolerate cold weather.
  • Both the Collie and the Peek A Poo get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Collie and the Peek A Poo are very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Collie and the Peek A Poo are very easy to train.
  • Both the Collie and the Peek A Poo are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Collie and the Peek A Poo have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
  • Both the Collie and the Peek A Poo are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Collie and the Peek A Poo are very playful.
  • Both the Collie and the Peek A Poo are easily disturbed by noise in their environments. They are sensitive to human tone. They will understand the tone of your voice when you try to correct their behaviors with a firm tone.
  • Both the Collie and the Peek A Poo are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Collie and the Peek A Poo get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Collie versus Peek A Poo

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Collie and the Peek A Poo.

    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, Peek A Poos weigh 4 to 20 pounds when fully grown. Peek A Poos are Up to 11 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Collie versus Peek A Poo

    The lifespan of Collies is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Collies is 12.0 years.

    The lifespan of Peek A Poos is between 10 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Peek A Poos is 12.5 years.

    Peek A Poos live longer than Collies.

    Price of Collie versus Price of Peek A Poo

    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 Peek A Poo puppy is $1430. The price of the Peek A Poo typically ranges from $1000 – $1800. However, the price of the Peek A Poo can be as low as $750 and as high as $3500. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 120 Peek A Poo puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Collie is more expensive than the Peek A Poo.

    Collie Peek A Poo
    Average Price $1480 $1430
    Price Range $1000 to $1800 $1000 to $1800

    The charts below show the price distribution for the Collie and Peek A Poo. For different price points, the charts show how many Collie puppies or how many Peek A Poo 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 Collies. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Peek A Poos

    A breakdown of the prices of Peek A Poos

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Collie puppy or the Peek A Poo 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 Peek A Poo

    Collies do not like to be left alone.

    Peek A Poos do not like to be left alone.

    Do Collies shed more than Peek A Poos?

    Collies shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

    Peek A Poos do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Which one drools more, the Collie or the Peek A Poo

    Collies do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Peek A Poos do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Collie or the Peek A Poo?

    Collies require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

    Peek A Poos require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

    Does the Collie Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Peek A Poo?

    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.

    Peek A Poos have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.

    Do Collies Bark and Howl? What about Peek A Poos?

    Collies are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    Peek A Poos are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    Can Collies Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Peek A Poos Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Collies can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Peek A Poos can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Collie vs. Peek A Poo

    Collies do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.

    Peek A Poos do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.

    Can Collies Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Peek A Poos Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Collies can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Peek A Poos cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Collie or the Peek A Poo?

    Collies get along very well with other dogs.

    Peek A Poos get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Collies good family dogs? What about Peek A Poos?

    Collies are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Peek A Poos are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Collies and Peek A Poos?

    Collies get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Peek A Poos get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the Collie Easier to Train than the Peek A Poo?

    Collies are very easy to train.

    Peek A Poos are fairly easy to train.

    Is the Collie Better for Apartment Owners than the Peek A Poo?

    Collies adapt moderately well to apartment living.

    Peek A Poos adapt very well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Collie or the Peek A Poo?

    Collies are very good for new dog owners.

    Peek A Poos are very good 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:

  • Keeshond (84 percent match with Collie). Here is our comparison of the Peek A Poo vs Keeshond.
  • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Peek A Poo

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Peek A Poo 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 Peek A Poo:

  • Maltese (81 percent match with Peek A Poo). Here is our comparison of the Collie vs Maltese.
  • Pomapoo (84 percent match with Peek A Poo). Here is our comparison of the Collie vs Pomapoo.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the Collie and how the Peek A Poo compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Collie and of the Peek A Poo to other breeds:

    Collie Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Collie versus Bluetick Coonhound     Collie versus Affenhuahua     Collie versus Miniature Schnauzer     Collie versus Kuvasz     Collie versus Havanese     Collie versus Dutch Shepherd     Collie versus Akita Chow     Collie versus Gordon Setter     Collie versus Bluetick Coonhound     Collie versus Pyrenean Shepherd     Collie versus Pomapoo     Collie versus Manchester Terrier     Collie versus German Pinscher     Collie versus Tibetan Terrier     Collie versus Scottish Deerhound     Collie versus Shichon     Collie versus Bouvier des Flandres     Collie versus Australian Cattle Dog     Collie versus English Springer Spaniel     Collie versus Australian Cattle Dog     Collie versus Australian Terrier     Collie versus Greater Swiss Mountain Dog     Collie versus Basenji     Collie versus Afador     Collie versus Sloughi     

    Peek A Poo Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Peek A Poo versus Kuvasz     Peek A Poo versus Pomchi     Peek A Poo versus Morkie     Peek A Poo versus Japanese Spitz     Peek A Poo versus Skye Terrier     Peek A Poo versus Basset Hound     Peek A Poo versus Bouvier des Flandres     Peek A Poo versus English Setter     Peek A Poo versus Greater Swiss Mountain Dog     Peek A Poo versus Neapolitan Mastiff     Peek A Poo versus Finnish Spitz     Peek A Poo versus Barbet     Peek A Poo versus Rottweiler     Peek A Poo versus Whoodle     Peek A Poo versus Norfolk Terrier     Peek A Poo versus Glen of Imaal Terrier     Peek A Poo versus Border Collie     Peek A Poo versus Frenchton     Peek A Poo versus Labradoodle     Peek A Poo versus Xoloitzcuintli     Peek A Poo versus Papillon     Peek A Poo versus Berger Picard     Peek A Poo versus Bich Poo     Peek A Poo versus Scottish Deerhound     Peek A Poo versus Yorkipoo     

    Conclusion: Collie versus Peek A Poo. 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 Peek A Poo better suits you and your family.