Border Collie vs Australian Shepherd - What are the DIFFERENCES? 

You have used multiple of my videos without permission. Please credit us. My dog is also a mixed breed and not a full border collie or Australian shepherd. She's mixed with many breeds. This video seems very inaccurate.

Grieving the loss of my border collie. :( She was a fantastic smart and affectionate dog. She is missed.

Team Australian Shepherd. My Aussie is a gentleman, kind, and smart.

I have a boarder collie shes 14 going on 15 and i love her so much

The Aussi is an explosion of happiness!!!

I have both Aussies and BC's are boy are they different. Generally I find BC's far more switched on with a very high prey drive, they tend to be a little more sensitive towards new situations too. My Aussies are more laid-back with a better off switch, and are more outgoing toward strangers. Love these breeds though, very smart and athletic

I still don't know the difference. Would have liked to have the images match the narrator. An example: when describing their coat colors. It was all over the place

All my life I’ve had Golden Retrievers. Then we got a Border Collie. Wow what a life changer. We are now with a second Border, such fun. Maybe it’s just me.

I love border Collies They are the most intelligent, most loyal, most affectionate and loving dog breed ever

The two can be very difficult to tell apart, I know a BC breeder who thought my Aussie was a BC. I now have a Border Aussie and he is an incredible hybrid of the two, he has the IQ of a BC and the EQ of the Aussie. He has an insanely high prey drive with an off switch.

I'm getting an Aussie tomorrow, and I cant wait 💚

I had 2 Golden Retrievers growing up. When they passed, I never thought I would be able to find another dog like them. Then I found my Aussie...

The Australian shepherd is my favorite dog, omg I want one so bad but sadly I can't

Border collies are far better working dogs (herding, agility, disc, sports etc). They’re very high energy, extremely intelligent and need to have something to do. They’re also known to make good watchdogs and are ‘one-person dogs’, however a Border Collie certainly is not for everyone due to their extreme working drive. Australian shepherds are better family pets, more laid back and don’t feel the desire to work. I personally prefer the Border Collie as they typically choose one person as their owner and are particularly attached to that person. I also find them to be far better sport dogs in comparison to the Aussie due to their drive, speed and stamina. I also have a BC that works as my service dog and she’s incredibly intelligent and loves working.

Border collie is my favorite.Cant stop watching bc's amazing focus when working- esp when herding they just LOVE being busy. silly workaholics. I can always tell the difference from the Aussie. German shepherd is my second favorite. I really like aussies too just like many other breeds.

These are two of my favorite breeds, along with Labrador Retrievers, Golden Retrievers, German Shepherd Dogs, Flat-Coated Retrievers, Irish Setters, and both Alaskan & Siberian Huskies. I also like Corgis, Shiba Inus, and Australian Cattle Dogs. My dog is a black lab/GSD/border collie mix and she is so smart and sweet and just an all around great dog.

I have a Border Collie he's 3 yers old and he's name's Iron

All furbabies are special! My next door neighbors lost their house and had to move. They weren't able to take their Australian Shepherd. So they asked if I would take her or she was going to the shelter. I told them they will not take that furbaby to the shelter. So she has been with us since. We love her so much. She has made herself at home♡♡

I had a border collie called Zues for 18 years had to let him go to sleep :( still miss him like crazy he went to sleep 3 years ago :(

yes the Australian shepherd is amazing. they are great dogs.

I own an Aussie. I love him sooooo much. He is a tri-blue Merle. He is very intelligent and loyal. He is by far one of the best dogs I have ever had. if u want a dog, both of these dog breeds would be a great first choice. Lots of love from Scout and my old pal Briggs❤️

Getting my 9 week old border collie in a few weeks. Can’t wait ✨

The border collie, obviously 😍

Very well done video. I love my border collie. I didn't even know they were the smartest dogs in the world, but I guessed it from knowing her.

We have two Australian Shepards. Best dogs we have ever owned. Most intelligent. Most affectionate. Easiest to train. Alert. Friendly to other dogs. Healthy. Just cant beat them.

Border collie: like Australian shepherd: coment

I have always had some form of BC or a mix of. I currently have 3 rescues like that. One is pretty much pure BC. Another is BC/Queensland healer. Both are males. Our female is a BC/Aussie. All of them are wonderful dogs. Being rescues, they each have some small issues. Nothing bad, but challenging. I plan to buy the next gen from a reputable breeder some day. They all are super smart. Loyal, affectionate, and obedient. Excellent watch dogs. But not the type of breed for someone with limited time. I’m retired so we hike, walk, and play daily. I want to caution anyone thinking these breeds are just ‘cute and cuddly fur balls’. Read and research before you decide. There are too many of these 3 breeds that end up in shelters because the new owner expects them to just lay around. Each breed is active and requires your time and attention every day. If you live in an apartment.. forget it. You would be doing both the dog and yourself a big injustice. Anyway.. thanks for the nice video. The BC and Aussie are wonderful breeds. No doubt. But not for everyone. 🐶🐶🐶 👍🏼

I had a Border/Aussie for over 18 years...best friend ever...I sure miss him :(...

Love this video and very informative

Border Collies are the best! My boy, Mattu, is the most amazing dog I’ve ever had. He is not only smart (very smart), he has a unique personality and he is my loyal best buddy!

I have an Aussie. I can’t imagine life without her. Smart dog, sometimes too smart for her own good! And very vocal! I love both breeds, and would love to own a border collie one day.

I have an Aussie, he was rescued from the Humane Society at two years old. He is now sixteen and the best dog I ever had. He completely trained to sit, stay, heel off leash in the first month I had him. So smart!

I have only owned Aussies for 22 years. Best dogs ever. I baby sat my neighbors puppy Border Collie for a few hours. It was hyper and fox like. It grew into a beautiful dog, but I will stay with Aussies.

I have a border collie Australian Shepherd mix dog named Gertchrude. She is 9 months old so far and she can sit, give me paw, come and fetch a frisbee.

I have a border collie puppy at home I’m very glad that you made this video so I could learn more about him

I love them both ! I've had 1 of each . Amazing

Aussies and border collies are both awesome! Thanks for sharing this video.

I was very fortunate to grow up around both breeds. My grandparents used them for herding cattle. Both absolutely amazing beautiful breeds. I noticed Border Collies tend to choose and be loyal to 1 person and more or less tolerate others. We had a litter when one of each breed had a romantic interlude so a 50/50 mix of both. As you can imagine the results nothing short of out of this world amazing!! Today I have a Sheltie that I could not imagine life without. Another amazing working breed.

I've always had border collies but I do love that bum wiggle that Aussies without tail do. So cute

So what about smooth coat BCs? I find that there are many more coat variations than mentioned here. Also, there are no ear "standards" for BCs, as long as they can hear their commands!

I have a 3 month old Border Collie she is very smart!

I have a three legged boarder collie that everyone calls Mighty Dog. She is absolutely amazing.

I own a border collie - Ozzie mix and this video is very helpful for his care. He is a wonderful dog for my kids and a lot of fun thanks for the input.

I was career Navy. We couldn't have dogs on a ship, so I really never had a dog. I never cared much for dogs anyway. I got out of the Navy in 2003 and my daughter was an animal lover. I was divorced from her mother she lived in Iowa, me in California. I would get the kids for the entire summer. Every year my daughter wanted a new pet. Then she would go back to Iowa and I would be left carieing for her animals. We Had Parakeets, fish, hamsters, a Rabbit named Moody, and finally, a dog. My daughter had been asking for a dog and I explained she has a dog back in Iowa, and I was not going to care for a dog. She was determined that we get a dog. I was at work one summer and my current wife, and my son and daughter, Quinlynn call me at work, from a pet store, and they have fallen in love with a dog, please please, please can we spend $400.00 and buy him? Please daddy, He's so cute!! Hell, no! No dog! What kind of dog is he? She says, its an Australian Shepheard. I said what? Like a German Shepheard? They said no. It looks kind of like Lassie, it's a hearding dog. I said, no, no way no dog. I get home from work and they bought the dog anyway. I was pissed. This dog comes running into the kitchen, 8 weeks old, takes a look up at me then shits and vomits both at the same time on my kitchen floor. Oh, hell no! This dog goes back to thr pet store tomorrow!! Turns out I spend $400.00 dollars on an Australian Shepard that came from a puppy-mill in Arkansas. This little guy wasn't right and I was getting my money back. My daughter cried the next day as I called to let them know I was bringing thr dog back to the pet store. I explained what I knew and the lady told me to read my receipt.....at the bottom it said, ALL SALES ON DOGS ARE FINAL, NO REFUND!! I was like, shit. My daughter was like, oh yes dady, oh darn it. We have to keep him. Long story short, my daughter goes back to Iowa, this puppy needs to be locked up in a cage when I'm at work or he chews everything. I was going to turn it into the pound and a friend said. Get another one. I was like, that is the dumbest shit I have ever heard. Your joking right? He wasn't and I did. And I can officially say, my first two dogs were Australian Shepherds. Sunny was from the puppy mill and K.O. , cuz he was a knock-out, came from a breeder in California. They were both the same age but Sunny was a week older. Up until then, I had never had a dog. I never loved two animals more than I loved those two dogs, and I always will.

I own an Aussie and I love her so much

Have an Australian Shepherd, love him so much. Protective, loving, and so loyal. Best dog!!!

Go border collies! I have always loved them and at the moment have a 10 month old one! She is the sweetest and most gentle dog we have had, I’m going to stick to them for the rest of my life! My friend has a australian shepherd and they are a awesome breed too! But I gotta stick to the borders!

Love this.

Aussies are my fav. Currently have two. Great with chickens and cats. Intuitive. Active, but not hyperactive.

Who else has an Australian Shepard I I V

I had an Aussie my friends had Aussies and I never seen one with a tail. I thought the English Shepherd was the one with a tail. Also, border collies are ridiculously smart and no other dog comes close. Aussies are stubborn but beautiful with multi-colored eyes (also brown) and they are very loyal. With that being said, border collies should really live only on a farm or somewhere with loads of acreage. They are escape artists and they need more exercise than just a long walk for the day.

My favorite type of dog has always been an Australian Shepherd, but this year I fell in love with my border collie lab mix, her name is Bella and she is only about 6 months and can already sit, shake, high-five, fist bump, spin, and sometimes drop what she has. She learned most of them in the first 2 weeks of having her. I've never had an Australian Shepherd, but if I would recommend any breed it would be a border collie lab mix.

thank you for sharing. Meow 😸

I have a pure bred Blue Merle Border Collie, he's the most beautiful thing to ever walk the Earth, every vet that has ever seen him thinks he's an Aussie Shephard.

I got a mixed Australian Shepherd and Border Collie and it's the nicest dog I've ever had! He's intelligent it amazes me every day!

I have never had a dog. I always thought that if I did there would be 3 choices, a Border Collie, a German shepherd or a long haired Dachshund. I have known all 3 types and loved them. However my house has been a cat house. 🐈

Love the border collie, the drive is 100/100 and the herding instinct is something you gotta make worthy. These dogs definitely need exercise just to even keep them sane, unless it’s low-drive (that’s very unlikely) and doesn’t have to much energy. You need to do all your research on these two dogs before even thinking about getting one, these dogs need effort and time. Would definitely say the border collie has my heart forever. 🖤

Love my border collie mix!!! She is such a great dog!

Both are awesome

I've had one of each and will tell with pride my stories of them both.

My little chihuahua looks exactly like one of these two dogs shes so awesome

I’m getting a mix next week!

I had an Australian Shepherd. Sadly, he had to be put down last year at the age of 13 after we saw that he was unable to get on his paws even though he was on painkillers already. He was my best friend and the best dog I could ever imagine. I miss him every single day.

I have Bordercollie and love it....my little blueyed baby..😍😍😍

Everybody needs has a Border Collie someday for realized how amazing it dogs is.

Our dog is an Aussie mix with Husky. He is the most cuddly and loving pet I've ever had. Interestingly He is a very relaxed dog in that both breeds are extremely active.

Border Collies of course!!! No question at all ;)

I have a border collie, Aussie Sheppard mix. She’s the best service dog :D

2 AUSSIES here, a bit sensitive female (3.5yr) and a male of 1.5y+ . had many shepherds (german, belgium) before and even a golden retr. But these Aussies are smarter and far more strongwilled ;) And i love it! It is also fun to see the diffrence between those 2.

I love Australian Shepherds my grandma (who I lived with) had one named Buddy we were best friends and even though I didn't always live with him I always considered him my dog. That love for Budy will always remain through my future Australian Shepherds and to anyone else reading remember always adopt 💕

I have a border collie and a border collie aussie mix one has so much energy the other one could sleep all day

I love my Australian Shepherd although she is very loud and sensitive.

I have a border collie husky mix who is the best dog I adore him! I also would love to have an Aussie eventually !

My Australian Shepherd is so stubborn. So stubborn. Everything has to be HIS idea. He makes sure there is just the right amount of time after a command for you to wonder...only a moment or two mind you but...a "I'll think that one over, one, two...OKAY!" Huge personality and a total clown. He LOVES exercise games, inside games, and he loves to spread out legs open paws up to sleep too.

I have 2 Borders and I only brush them during their shed and bathe them once or twice a year, if not necessary earlier due to mud or other. I also feel like the Border Collie is more focused on their handler and cooperation and not what's going on around them, whereas the Aussie it seems have a shorter attention span. Of course, everyone is an individual but just overall :)

having owned both breeds, I prefer the AUSSIE because of even temperament. the AUSSIE is just as intelligent in my opinion. if I had my druthers, I would like have to have both breeds with me now! thanks, cr.

I have my 3rd border collie -- she is a handful at 12 wks old. I thought they were bred from mastiffs & shepherds from both Roman and Viking incursions

I have an English Shepherd, Jackson, and he is a shaded sable pure bred! I would love to hear more about the similarities and differences between English Shepherds, Australian Shepherds and Border Collies! I see so many commonalities But was curious what you have to say! Thanks!

I have 2 AUSSIES!! They are the BEST, They keep ME BUSY AND I LOVE IT!!

My Zeus is a border collie and he's 25 kilos and a tall boy I'm so proud of my Zeus honestly he's very beautiful and special

My BC is 8 yrs old and Ive never owned a more loyal & devoted dog in my life. He's a great protector of my kids & property. The coat upkeep does get old. Small price to pay for an animal with that much devotion.

This video was like a basic basic of these dogs. I wanted to know their differences as herding dogs. Not a single thing on how they herd. That's what they were bred for

That is funny I am from Australia. This is the first time I have ever heard of the Australian shepherd. Know the boarder collie fairly well.

My wife and I have one of each. If you regularly exercise them, they can be great in the house. We live on 40 acres, so exercise means a run around the perimeter, or two, chasing the Gator, however the Aussie at 10 months can outrun the gator, which goes 23 mph. At 9 years old the Border Collie will run with it for half a lap and then will gladly ride with, and watch the Aussie fly. The Aussie will also jump our 4 foot yard fence without a second thought, something the Border Collie has never done. they are both great, both sweet and semi respectful of your stuff unless ignored. Overall, they are both great.

Now I have my first Australian shepherd, he 9 yo. I ALSO HAVE a Queensland heeler. Don't know much about the breed. They are the same age & they get along. We just go Murphy yesterday, Boots has been around she she was a pup. Any suggestions? I've always loved bordercollie

Thanks for this I great up with border Collie's. Now I have a half border half Shepard so this video was great haha.

My dog is a border collie his very fun to play with!

Any special advice for getting a border collie ? Special techniques or exercises ? Creative ways to keep them busy ?

I just got a 4 month old Border Collie, his name is, Bruno, or Bruni, for a nick name. He s learning, two languages, English and Polish. How s that for, intelligent. Border Collies, are the best. My prior dog, was a mix, The daddy was both, forgot what the mother was. But 99.9 percent of him, looked like a Border Collie. I miss him, so much. He passed away, one day prior to mother s day, and we had him, for 10 years.

Going by your description of ears all the dogs in this video were Australian shepherds, I didn't notice a single one with erect ears - and all the sheep dogs/border collies I've seen have 'droopy' as in not erect ears though they are quite capable of pricking their ears when they want to.

I have a border collie and an Australian Shepard and a shelti

Just lost my 14 year old BC/Aussie mix. Just about broke my heart.

I defiantly think the guarding or protective nature of the Australian Shepard is stronger than the border collie, which in notable that both breeds and maybe more the aussie will bond with a few people very closely

I have a Aussie he's amazing!!! And smart!ive taught him 13 tricks!

parents have both.. their aussie is way more laid back and doesn't really want to spend any extra energy.. bc is the total opposite.. both very kind and loving dogs.. i would recommend them to anyone who has time to exercise with them..

Aaron likes Boarder Collies the most.

No one with half a brain thinks the Border collie contributed significantly to the development of the Australian shepherd. The Australian shepherd shares many more traits in common with the English shepherd, Pyrenean shepherd, and the Farm Collie.

I love Border Collies and Australian Shepherds. But I never owned either. I have had five Spitz dogs in my lifetime.

My Aussie is so affectionate- he loves people, esp kids. He’s not too crazy about other dogs though. His name is Toby 😍

I’m getting an Aussie soon!!!