Australian Cattle Dog vs Doberman Pinscher

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

Australian Cattle Dog vs Doberman Pinscher
Australian Cattle Dog
Doberman Pinscher
Australian Cattle Dog
Doberman Pinscher
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General Details
Australian Cattle Dog
Doberman Pinscher
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-14 Years
10-12 Years
Height
17-20 Inches
24-28 Inches
Weight
30-50 Pounds
65-99 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Australian Cattle Dog
Doberman Pinscher
Origin Country
Australia
Germany
Origin Year
1840 AD
1890 AD
Temperament
Australian Cattle Dog
Doberman Pinscher
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Average
Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Average
Personality
Australian Cattle Dog
Doberman Pinscher
Traits
Affectionate
Jealous
Loving
Stubborn
Needy
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Australian Cattle Dog
Doberman Pinscher
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
No
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
Yes
No
Temperature Tolerance
40-95 °F
50-75 °F
Barks/Howls
Above Average
None
Exercise Needs
Australian Cattle Dog
Doberman Pinscher
Energy Level
High
High
Exercise Required
High
Medium to High
Top Running Speed
25 MPH
30 MPH
Strength
Medium
High
Grooming Needs
Australian Cattle Dog
Doberman Pinscher
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low
Shedding
Low
Low
Dander
Low
Low
Drool
None
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Australian Cattle Dog
Doberman Pinscher
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Australian Cattle Dog
Doberman Pinscher
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Australian Cattle Dog
Doberman Pinscher
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Above Average
Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Average
Guarding
Below Average
Above Average
Herding
Above Average
Below Average
Hunting
Below Average
Below Average
Protection
Below Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
None
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Australian Cattle Dog
Doberman Pinscher
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
10-12 Years
Health Concerns
Australian Cattle Dog
Doberman Pinscher
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Von willebrand's disease
Progressive retinal atrophy
Elbow dysplasia
Deafness
Lens luxation
Work-related injuries
Hip dysplasia
Von willebrand's disease
Progressive retinal atrophy
Wobbler Syndrome
Cardiomyopathy
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Australian Cattle Dog
Doberman Pinscher
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Smooth
Coat Texture
Straight
Straight
Coat Length
Short
Short
Coat Coloring
Australian Cattle Dog
Doberman Pinscher
Breed Colors
Blue
Blue
Blue Mottled
Blue Mottled
Blue Speckled
Blue Speckled
Red Mottled
Red Mottled
Red Speckled
Red Speckled
Black and Rust
Black and Rust
Blue and Rust
Blue and Rust
Isabella and Rust
Isabella and Rust
Red and Rust
Red and Rust
White
White
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