Australian Shepherd vs Doberman Pinscher

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

Australian Shepherd vs Doberman Pinscher
Australian Shepherd
Doberman Pinscher
Australian Shepherd
Doberman Pinscher
Change Breed
Change Breed
General Details
Australian Shepherd
Doberman Pinscher
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-15 Years
10-12 Years
Height
18-23 Inches
24-28 Inches
Weight
40-65 Pounds
65-99 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Australian Shepherd
Doberman Pinscher
Origin Country
United States
Germany
Origin Year
1840 AD
1890 AD
Temperament
Australian Shepherd
Doberman Pinscher
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Average
Pet Friendly
None
Below Average
Stranger Friendly
Average
Average
Personality
Australian Shepherd
Doberman Pinscher
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Needy
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Australian Shepherd
Doberman Pinscher
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
Yes
No
Temperature Tolerance
30-80 °F
50-75 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
None
Exercise Needs
Australian Shepherd
Doberman Pinscher
Energy Level
High to Very High
High
Exercise Required
High
Medium to High
Top Running Speed
25 MPH
30 MPH
Strength
High
High
Grooming Needs
Australian Shepherd
Doberman Pinscher
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Low
Shedding
Medium
Low
Dander
Medium
Low
Drool
Low
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Australian Shepherd
Doberman Pinscher
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Australian Shepherd
Doberman Pinscher
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Australian Shepherd
Doberman Pinscher
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Below Average
Average
Follow Commands
Average
Average
Fighting
None
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 Shepherd
Doberman Pinscher
Average Lifespan
12-15 Years
10-12 Years
Health Concerns
Australian Shepherd
Doberman Pinscher
Common Health Issues
Cancer
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Allergies
Epilepsy
Hypothyroidism
Elbow dysplasia
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Distichiasis
Deafness
Collie eye anomaly
Persistent pupillary membrane
Drug sensitivity
Collie nose
Retinal detachment
Hip dysplasia
Von willebrand's disease
Progressive retinal atrophy
Wobbler Syndrome
Cardiomyopathy
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Australian Shepherd
Doberman Pinscher
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Smooth
Coat Texture
Wavy
Straight
Coat Length
Medium to Long
Short
Coat Coloring
Australian Shepherd
Doberman Pinscher
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Blue Merle
Blue Merle
Red
Red
Red Merle
Red Merle
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
Menu