Australian Kelpie vs Lancashire Heeler

Compare the Australian Kelpie to the Lancashire Heeler. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Australian Kelpies and Lancashire Heelers.

Australian Kelpie vs Lancashire Heeler
Australian Kelpie
Lancashire Heeler
Australian Kelpie
Lancashire Heeler
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General Details
Australian Kelpie
Lancashire Heeler
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-15 Years
12-15 Years
Height
18-22 Inches
10-12 Inches
Weight
30-60 Pounds
13-18 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Australian Kelpie
Lancashire Heeler
Origin Country
Australia
East Timor
Origin Year
1900 AD
1800 AD
Temperament
Australian Kelpie
Lancashire Heeler
Overall Friendliness
Average
Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Below Average
Average
Pet Friendly
Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Average
Personality
Australian Kelpie
Lancashire Heeler
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Needy
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Australian Kelpie
Lancashire Heeler
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
No
Yes
Small Yard
No
No
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
30-80 °F
45-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Australian Kelpie
Lancashire Heeler
Energy Level
Very High
High
Exercise Required
Very High
High
Top Running Speed
24 MPH
18 MPH
Strength
High
Medium
Grooming Needs
Australian Kelpie
Lancashire Heeler
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Low
Shedding
Medium
Medium
Dander
Medium
Medium
Drool
Low
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Australian Kelpie
Lancashire Heeler
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Australian Kelpie
Lancashire Heeler
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Australian Kelpie
Lancashire Heeler
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
Average
Chasing
Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Average
None
Fighting
Average
Below Average
Guarding
Average
Above Average
Herding
Above Average
Above Average
Hunting
Average
Above Average
Protection
Average
Average
Remove Vermin
Average
Above Average
Sled Pulling
Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Australian Kelpie
Lancashire Heeler
Average Lifespan
12-15 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
Australian Kelpie
Lancashire Heeler
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Progressive retinal atrophy
Collie eye anomaly
Osteoarthritis
Cerebellar abiotrophy
Cataracts
Patellar luxation
Collapsed trachea
Reverse sneezing
Lens luxation
Collie eye anomaly
Persistent pupillary membrane
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Australian Kelpie
Lancashire Heeler
Coat Type
Fur or Hair
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Single
Smooth
Double
Coat Texture
Rough
Straight
Rough
Straight
Coat Length
Short to Medium
Short
Coat Coloring
Australian Kelpie
Lancashire Heeler
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Black and Tan
Black and Tan
Blue
Blue
Chocolate
Chocolate
Fawn
Fawn
Red
Red
Red and tan
Red and tan
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