Australian Cattle Dog vs Miniature Australian Shepherd

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

Australian Cattle Dog vs Miniature Australian Shepherd
Australian Cattle Dog
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Australian Cattle Dog
Miniature Australian Shepherd
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General Details
Australian Cattle Dog
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-14 Years
13-15 Years
Height
17-20 Inches
13-18 Inches
Weight
30-50 Pounds
30-40 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Australian Cattle Dog
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Origin Country
Australia
United States
Origin Year
1840 AD
1978 AD
Temperament
Australian Cattle Dog
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Average
Personality
Australian Cattle Dog
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Traits
Affectionate
Jealous
Loving
Stubborn
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Australian Cattle Dog
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
No
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
No
Temperature Tolerance
40-95 °F
30-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Above Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Australian Cattle Dog
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Energy Level
High
High to Very High
Exercise Required
High
High
Top Running Speed
25 MPH
20 MPH
Strength
Medium
Medium
Grooming Needs
Australian Cattle Dog
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Coat Maintenance
Low
Medium
Shedding
Low
Medium
Dander
Low
Medium
Drool
None
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Australian Cattle Dog
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Australian Cattle Dog
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Australian Cattle Dog
Miniature 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
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
13-15 Years
Health Concerns
Australian Cattle Dog
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Von willebrand's disease
Progressive retinal atrophy
Elbow dysplasia
Deafness
Lens luxation
Work-related injuries
Progressive retinal atrophy
Glaucoma
Pediatric cataracts
Drug sensitivity
Retinal dysplasia
Iris coloboma
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Australian Cattle Dog
Miniature 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
Miniature 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
Liver
Liver
Red Merle
Red Merle
White and Black
White and Black
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