Basenji vs Miniature Australian Shepherd

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

Basenji vs Miniature Australian Shepherd
Basenji
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Basenji
Miniature Australian Shepherd
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General Details
Basenji
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
Yes
No
Lifespan
10-12 Years
13-15 Years
Height
16-18 Inches
13-18 Inches
Weight
20-24 Pounds
30-40 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Above Average
History
Basenji
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Origin Country
Congo
United States
Origin Year
-2 BC
1978 AD
Temperament
Basenji
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Average
Personality
Basenji
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Traits
Affectionate
Stubborn
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Basenji
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
No
No
Temperature Tolerance
60-85 °F
30-80 °F
Barks/Howls
None
Average
Exercise Needs
Basenji
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Energy Level
High
High to Very High
Exercise Required
High
High
Top Running Speed
26 MPH
20 MPH
Strength
Medium
Medium
Grooming Needs
Basenji
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Coat Maintenance
Low
Medium
Shedding
Low
Medium
Dander
Low
Medium
Drool
Low
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Basenji
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
No
No
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Basenji
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Distracted Easy
Yes
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Basenji
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
None
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
Above Average
Hunting
Above Average
Below Average
Protection
Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Average
None
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Basenji
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
13-15 Years
Health Concerns
Basenji
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Progressive retinal atrophy
Hypothyroidism
Umbilical hernias
Persistent pupillary membrane
Fanconi syndrome
Immunoproliferative Systemic Intestinal Disease
Progressive retinal atrophy
Glaucoma
Pediatric cataracts
Drug sensitivity
Retinal dysplasia
Iris coloboma
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Basenji
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Coat Type
Hair
Fur
Coat Layering
Single
Smooth
Double
Coat Texture
Straight
Wavy
Coat Length
Short
Medium to Long
Coat Coloring
Basenji
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Breed Colors
Black and White
Black and White
Black, Tan, and White
Black, Tan, and White
Brindle and White
Brindle and White
Cream and White
Cream and White
Red and White
Red and White
Black
Black
Blue Merle
Blue Merle
Liver
Liver
Red Merle
Red Merle
White and Black
White and Black
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