Tibetan Mastiff vs Border Collie
Breed Compatibility
96% Compatible
Energy Level
Tibetan Mastiff: Regular Exercise0.6
Border Collie: Needs Lots of Activity1.0
Moderately Compatible
Trainability
Tibetan Mastiff: Independent0.4
Border Collie: Eager to Please1.0
Less Compatible
Grooming Needs
Tibetan Mastiff: 2-3 Times a Week Brushing0.6
Border Collie: 2-3 Times a Week Brushing0.6
Very Compatible
Cost Category
Luxury
Premium
Very Compatible
Compatibility with Others
Good with Children
Tibetan Mastiff3/5
Border Collie3/5
Good with Other Dogs
Tibetan Mastiff3/5
Border Collie3/5
Good with Strangers
Tibetan Mastiff1/5
Border Collie4/5
Living Requirements
Suitable Environments
Climate Suitability
Health & Care Comparison
Tibetan Mastiff
Hip Dysplasia: Joint malformation
Elbow Dysplasia: Joint abnormality
Hypothyroidism: Hormone imbalance
Eye Problems: Various conditions
Heart Issues: Cardiac concerns
Skin Conditions: Dermatitis risks
Border Collie
Hip Dysplasia: Joint malformation
CEA: Eye development disorder
MDR1: Drug sensitivity gene
TNS: Neurological condition
CL: Neurological disorder
Epilepsy: Seizure disorder
Pros & Cons Comparison
Tibetan Mastiff
Pros
Excellent guardian
Loyal to family
Independent nature
Weather-resistant coat
Cons
Strong-willed personality
High maintenance grooming
Not suitable for apartments
Challenging to train
Border Collie
Pros
Extremely intelligent
Highly trainable
Athletic and agile
Loyal and devoted
Excellent working dog
Cons
Requires extensive exercise
May be too intense for novice owners
Strong herding instinct
Needs constant mental stimulation
Can be overly sensitive
Tibetan Mastiff Fun Fact
Tibetan Mastiffs only shed once annually, but when they do, it's called 'blowing coat' and is massive!
Border Collie Fun Fact
Border Collies can learn to recognize over 1,000 words and can understand complex multi-step commands.
Heritage & Purpose
Tibetan Mastiff
Origin:
Serving as guardians of Tibetan monasteries and nomadic camps in the Himalayas since ancient times, these dogs protected livestock and property from predators including wolves and leopards.
Border Collie
Origin:
Developed in the border country between Scotland and England during the 1700s, these dogs revolutionized sheep herding with their distinctive 'eye' and precise control of livestock.
Special Considerations
Tibetan Mastiff
Extensive grooming during shedding seasons, strong guarding instincts requiring management, and need for early socialization to prevent excessive protectiveness.
Border Collie
Requires extensive daily exercise, mental stimulation, and consistent training. Regular grooming needed during shedding seasons. Early socialization crucial.
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