Is the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or the Smooth Collie better for families with children?

Both the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and the Smooth Collie are considered good with children when properly socialised and supervised.

Which sheds more, the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or the Smooth Collie?

The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and Smooth Collie shed a similar amount (high).

Both breeds have comparable trainability. Consistency and positive reinforcement work well for each.

The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog is a larger dog than the Smooth Collie, which affects space, food and exercise needs.

Choose the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog if you want a bigger, more substantial dog.

Choose the Smooth Collie if you want a longer-lived breed, you want a more adaptable dog, or you want a smaller, more apartment-friendly dog.

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Is the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or the Smooth Collie better for families with children?: Both the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and the Smooth Collie are considered good with children when properly socialised and supervised.
Which sheds more, the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or the Smooth Collie?: The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and Smooth Collie shed a similar amount (high).
Which is easier to train, the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or the Smooth Collie?: Both breeds have comparable trainability. Consistency and positive reinforcement work well for each.