Australian Kelpie vs Miniature Australian Shepherd

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

Australian Kelpie vs Miniature Australian Shepherd
Australian Kelpie
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Australian Kelpie
Miniature Australian Shepherd
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General Details
Australian Kelpie
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-15 Years
13-15 Years
Height
18-22 Inches
13-18 Inches
Weight
30-60 Pounds
30-40 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Australian Kelpie
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Origin Country
Australia
United States
Origin Year
1900 AD
1978 AD
Temperament
Australian Kelpie
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Overall Friendliness
Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Average
Personality
Australian Kelpie
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Australian Kelpie
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
No
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
No
Temperature Tolerance
30-80 °F
30-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Australian Kelpie
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Energy Level
Very High
High to Very High
Exercise Required
Very High
High
Top Running Speed
24 MPH
20 MPH
Strength
High
Medium
Grooming Needs
Australian Kelpie
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Medium
Shedding
Medium
Medium
Dander
Medium
Medium
Drool
Low
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Australian Kelpie
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Australian Kelpie
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Australian Kelpie
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Average
Average
Fighting
Average
None
Guarding
Average
Below Average
Herding
Above Average
Above Average
Hunting
Average
Below Average
Protection
Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Average
None
Sled Pulling
Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Australian Kelpie
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Average Lifespan
12-15 Years
13-15 Years
Health Concerns
Australian Kelpie
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Progressive retinal atrophy
Collie eye anomaly
Osteoarthritis
Cerebellar abiotrophy
Progressive retinal atrophy
Glaucoma
Pediatric cataracts
Drug sensitivity
Retinal dysplasia
Iris coloboma
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Australian Kelpie
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Coat Type
Fur or Hair
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Single
Smooth
Double
Coat Texture
Rough
Straight
Wavy
Coat Length
Short to Medium
Medium to Long
Coat Coloring
Australian Kelpie
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Black and Tan
Black and Tan
Blue
Blue
Chocolate
Chocolate
Fawn
Fawn
Red
Red
Red and tan
Red and tan
Black
Black
Blue Merle
Blue Merle
Liver
Liver
Red Merle
Red Merle
White and Black
White and Black
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