8 Breeds Similar to Border Collie

If you love the Border Collie, these breeds share the most traits in common โ€” from size and energy level to grooming and trainability.

Border Collie

Border Collie

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Ranked by how closely they match the Border Collie's key traits.

Australian Shepherd
1100% match

Australian Shepherd

mediumHerding
Same sizeSame groupSimilar energy+5 more

Strikingly beautiful and incredibly smart, the Australian Shepherd is a high-energy herding dog that thrives with an active family. They excel in agility, flyball, and any task that challenges their minds.

Australian Cattle Dog
2100% match

Australian Cattle Dog

mediumHerding
Same sizeSame groupSimilar energy+5 more

A tough, tireless herding dog built for the Australian outback. Australian Cattle Dogs are incredibly loyal, intelligent, and need a job to stay happy and well-behaved.

Cardigan Welsh Corgi
390% match

Cardigan Welsh Corgi

mediumHerding
Same sizeSame groupSimilar energy+4 more

The older and tailed cousin of the Pembroke Welsh Corgi, with ancient Celtic origins. Cardigans are loyal, adaptable herders with a long body, big ears, and a surprisingly athletic build.

German Shepherd
480% match

German Shepherd

largeHerding
Same groupSimilar energySimilar trainability+4 more

Courageous, confident, and incredibly intelligent, the German Shepherd is the world's premier working dog. They are fiercely loyal to their families and excel in police, military, and service roles.

Pembroke Welsh Corgi
580% match

Pembroke Welsh Corgi

smallHerding
Same groupSimilar energySimilar trainability+4 more

Low-set and sturdy with an endearingly foxy face, the Pembroke Welsh Corgi is a surprisingly athletic herding dog. Known for their intelligence, affection, and big personality in a small package.

Shetland Sheepdog
680% match

Shetland Sheepdog

smallHerding
Same groupSimilar energySimilar trainability+4 more

A miniature Collie look-alike with exceptional intelligence and agility. Shelties are devoted, sensitive dogs that excel in obedience and agility competitions.

Miniature American Shepherd
780% match

Miniature American Shepherd

smallHerding
Same groupSimilar energySimilar trainability+4 more

A compact, intelligent herding dog that packs all the drive and smarts of an Australian Shepherd into a smaller frame. They are loyal, versatile, and thrive with mental stimulation.

Belgian Malinois
880% match

Belgian Malinois

largeHerding
Same groupSimilar energySimilar trainability+4 more

An intense, athletic herding dog prized by police and military worldwide. Belgian Malinois are fiercely loyal and need experienced owners who can match their drive and energy.