Australian Cattle Dog vs Australian Shepherd

Compare the Australian Cattle Dog to the Australian Shepherd. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Australian Cattle Dogs and Australian Shepherds.

Australian Cattle Dog vs Australian Shepherd
Australian Cattle Dog
Australian Shepherd
Australian Cattle Dog
Australian Shepherd
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General Details
Australian Cattle Dog
Australian Shepherd
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-14 Years
12-15 Years
Height
17-20 Inches
18-23 Inches
Weight
30-50 Pounds
40-65 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Australian Cattle Dog
Australian Shepherd
Origin Country
Australia
United States
Origin Year
1840 AD
1840 AD
Temperament
Australian Cattle Dog
Australian Shepherd
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
None
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Average
Personality
Australian Cattle Dog
Australian Shepherd
Traits
Affectionate
Jealous
Loving
Stubborn
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Australian Cattle Dog
Australian Shepherd
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
No
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
40-95 °F
30-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Above Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Australian Cattle Dog
Australian Shepherd
Energy Level
High
High to Very High
Exercise Required
High
High
Top Running Speed
25 MPH
25 MPH
Strength
Medium
High
Grooming Needs
Australian Cattle Dog
Australian Shepherd
Coat Maintenance
Low
Medium
Shedding
Low
Medium
Dander
Low
Medium
Drool
None
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Australian Cattle Dog
Australian Shepherd
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Australian Cattle Dog
Australian Shepherd
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Australian Cattle Dog
Australian Shepherd
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Above Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
None
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
Above Average
Above Average
Hunting
Below Average
Below Average
Protection
Below Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
None
None
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Australian Cattle Dog
Australian Shepherd
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
Australian Cattle Dog
Australian Shepherd
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Von willebrand's disease
Progressive retinal atrophy
Elbow dysplasia
Deafness
Lens luxation
Work-related injuries
Cancer
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Allergies
Epilepsy
Hypothyroidism
Elbow dysplasia
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Distichiasis
Deafness
Collie eye anomaly
Persistent pupillary membrane
Drug sensitivity
Collie nose
Retinal detachment
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Australian Cattle Dog
Australian Shepherd
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Straight
Wavy
Coat Length
Short
Medium to Long
Coat Coloring
Australian Cattle Dog
Australian Shepherd
Breed Colors
Blue
Blue
Blue Mottled
Blue Mottled
Blue Speckled
Blue Speckled
Red Mottled
Red Mottled
Red Speckled
Red Speckled
Black
Black
Blue Merle
Blue Merle
Red
Red
Red Merle
Red Merle
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