Collie vs Czechoslovakian Vlcak
Breed Compatibility
84% Compatible
Energy Level
Collie: Regular Exercise0.6
Czechoslovakian Vlcak: Needs Lots of Activity1.0
Moderately Compatible
Trainability
Collie: Easy Training0.8
Czechoslovakian Vlcak: May be Stubborn0.2
Less Compatible
Grooming Needs
Collie: 2-3 Times a Week Brushing0.6
Czechoslovakian Vlcak: Weekly Brushing0.4
Very Compatible
Cost Category
Premium
Premium
Very Compatible
Compatibility with Others
Good with Children
Collie/5
Czechoslovakian Vlcak1/5
Good with Other Dogs
Collie/5
Czechoslovakian Vlcak1/5
Good with Strangers
Collie/5
Czechoslovakian Vlcak3/5
Living Requirements
Suitable Environments
Climate Suitability
Suitable Environments
Climate Suitability
Health & Care Comparison
Collie
Hip Dysplasia: Joint malformation issue
CEA: Collie Eye Anomaly condition
PRA: Progressive Retinal Atrophy
MDR1: Drug sensitivity mutation
Bloat: Gastric torsion risk
DM: Degenerative Myelopathy concern
Czechoslovakian Vlcak
Hip Dysplasia: Joint malformation risk
Elbow Dysplasia: Joint development issue
PRA: Progressive retinal deterioration
Degenerative Myelopathy: Spinal cord disease
Bloat: Gastric torsion risk
Allergies: Environmental sensitivities
Pros & Cons Comparison
Collie
Pros
Highly intelligent and trainable
Excellent family companion
Good with children
Loyal and protective
Elegant appearance
Cons
Heavy shedding
Regular grooming required
Can be vocal
Sensitive personality
Needs consistent exercise
Czechoslovakian Vlcak
Pros
Highly intelligent
Excellent guard dog
Athletic and agile
Strong bond with family
Cons
High exercise needs
Challenging to train
Not for novice owners
Strong prey drive
Collie Fun Fact
Lassie, the famous TV collie, was actually played by male dogs because they maintained better coats for filming!
Czechoslovakian Vlcak Fun Fact
One of few recognized dog breeds with recent documented wolf ancestry, created through controlled breeding.
Heritage & Purpose
Collie
Origin:
Developed in Scotland's Highland regions during the 1800s, Collies served as premier sheep herding dogs, masterfully managing flocks across challenging terrains.
Czechoslovakian Vlcak
Origin:
Developed in 1955 in Czechoslovakia through systematic breeding of German Shepherds with Carpathian wolves, creating military and border patrol working dogs.
Special Considerations
Collie
Regular brushing needed to maintain coat condition. Exercise requirements must be met daily. Health screening for breed-specific conditions is essential.
Czechoslovakian Vlcak
Needs extensive socialization, high-intensity exercise, and experienced handling. Regular grooming during shedding seasons and consistent training essential.
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