Australian Cattle Dog vs Thai Ridgeback

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

Australian Cattle Dog vs Thai Ridgeback
Australian Cattle Dog
Thai Ridgeback
Australian Cattle Dog
Thai Ridgeback
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General Details
Australian Cattle Dog
Thai Ridgeback
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-14 Years
12-16 Years
Height
17-20 Inches
20-24 Inches
Weight
30-50 Pounds
35-60 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Australian Cattle Dog
Thai Ridgeback
Origin Country
Australia
Thailand
Origin Year
1840 AD
1650 AD
Temperament
Australian Cattle Dog
Thai Ridgeback
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Average
Child Friendly
Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Average
Personality
Australian Cattle Dog
Thai Ridgeback
Traits
Affectionate
Jealous
Loving
Stubborn
Loving
Needy
Living Environment
Australian Cattle Dog
Thai Ridgeback
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
No
No
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
40-95 °F
40-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Above Average
Below Average
Exercise Needs
Australian Cattle Dog
Thai Ridgeback
Energy Level
High
Medium to High
Exercise Required
High
Medium
Top Running Speed
25 MPH
28 MPH
Strength
Medium
High
Grooming Needs
Australian Cattle Dog
Thai Ridgeback
Coat Maintenance
Low
Medium
Shedding
Low
Medium
Dander
Low
Medium
Drool
None
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Australian Cattle Dog
Thai Ridgeback
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Australian Cattle Dog
Thai Ridgeback
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Australian Cattle Dog
Thai Ridgeback
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Average
Chasing
Above Average
Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Average
Guarding
Below Average
Above Average
Herding
Above Average
Average
Hunting
Below Average
Average
Protection
Below Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
None
Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Australian Cattle Dog
Thai Ridgeback
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
12-16 Years
Health Concerns
Australian Cattle Dog
Thai Ridgeback
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Von willebrand's disease
Progressive retinal atrophy
Elbow dysplasia
Deafness
Lens luxation
Work-related injuries
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Australian Cattle Dog
Thai Ridgeback
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Smooth
Coat Texture
Straight
Rough
Straight
Coat Length
Short
Short
Coat Coloring
Australian Cattle Dog
Thai Ridgeback
Breed Colors
Blue
Blue
Blue Mottled
Blue Mottled
Blue Speckled
Blue Speckled
Red Mottled
Red Mottled
Red Speckled
Red Speckled
Black
Black
Blue
Blue
Brindle
Brindle
Fawn
Fawn
Red
Red
White
White
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