Alaskan Klee Kai vs Miniature Australian Shepherd

Compare the Alaskan Klee Kai to the Miniature Australian Shepherd. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Alaskan Klee Kais and Miniature Australian Shepherds.

Alaskan Klee Kai vs Miniature Australian Shepherd
Alaskan Klee Kai
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Alaskan Klee Kai
Miniature Australian Shepherd
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General Details
Alaskan Klee Kai
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-16 Years
13-15 Years
Height
17-17 Inches
13-18 Inches
Weight
10-20 Pounds
30-40 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Alaskan Klee Kai
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Origin Country
United States
United States
Origin Year
1988 AD
1978 AD
Temperament
Alaskan Klee Kai
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Overall Friendliness
Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Average
Personality
Alaskan Klee Kai
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Traits
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Alaskan Klee Kai
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
No
No
Temperature Tolerance
15-85 °F
30-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Alaskan Klee Kai
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Energy Level
Medium to High
High to Very High
Exercise Required
Medium to High
High
Top Running Speed
18 MPH
20 MPH
Strength
Medium to High
Medium
Grooming Needs
Alaskan Klee Kai
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Coat Maintenance
Low to Medium
Medium
Shedding
High
Medium
Dander
Medium to High
Medium
Drool
Low
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Alaskan Klee Kai
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Alaskan Klee Kai
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Alaskan Klee Kai
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
None
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
Above Average
Hunting
Average
Below Average
Protection
Below Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Average
None
Sled Pulling
Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Alaskan Klee Kai
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Average Lifespan
12-16 Years
13-15 Years
Health Concerns
Alaskan Klee Kai
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Common Health Issues
Hypothyroidism
Vaccination sensitivity
Autoimmune thyroiditis
Factor VII deficiency
Progressive retinal atrophy
Glaucoma
Pediatric cataracts
Drug sensitivity
Retinal dysplasia
Iris coloboma
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Alaskan Klee Kai
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Straight
Wavy
Coat Length
Long
Medium to Long
Coat Coloring
Alaskan Klee Kai
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Breed Colors
Black and White
Black and White
Brown and White
Brown and White
Grey and White
Grey and White
Red and White
Red and White
Tan and White
Tan and White
White
White
Black
Black
Blue Merle
Blue Merle
Liver
Liver
Red Merle
Red Merle
White and Black
White and Black
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