Black Mouth Cur vs Miniature Australian Shepherd

Compare the Black Mouth Cur to the Miniature Australian Shepherd. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Black Mouth Curs and Miniature Australian Shepherds.

Black Mouth Cur vs Miniature Australian Shepherd
Black Mouth Cur
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Black Mouth Cur
Miniature Australian Shepherd
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General Details
Black Mouth Cur
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
15-16 Years
13-15 Years
Height
16-18 Inches
13-18 Inches
Weight
35-40 Pounds
30-40 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Black Mouth Cur
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Origin Country
United States
United States
Origin Year
1964 AD
1978 AD
Temperament
Black Mouth Cur
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
Average
Average
Personality
Black Mouth Cur
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Traits
Aggressive
Loving
Needy
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Black Mouth Cur
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
No
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
No
Temperature Tolerance
35-85 °F
30-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Black Mouth Cur
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Energy Level
High
High to Very High
Exercise Required
High to Very High
High
Top Running Speed
20 MPH
20 MPH
Strength
High
Medium
Grooming Needs
Black Mouth Cur
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Coat Maintenance
Low
Medium
Shedding
Medium
Medium
Dander
Medium
Medium
Drool
Low
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Black Mouth Cur
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Black Mouth Cur
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Black Mouth Cur
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
Below Average
Chasing
Above Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Average
Average
Fighting
Average
None
Guarding
Above Average
Below Average
Herding
Average
Above Average
Hunting
Above Average
Below Average
Protection
Above Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Above Average
None
Sled Pulling
None
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Black Mouth Cur
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Average Lifespan
15-16 Years
13-15 Years
Health Concerns
Black Mouth Cur
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Common Health Issues
Ear infections
Progressive retinal atrophy
Glaucoma
Pediatric cataracts
Drug sensitivity
Retinal dysplasia
Iris coloboma
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Black Mouth Cur
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Smooth
Double
Coat Texture
Rough
Straight
Wavy
Coat Length
Short
Medium to Long
Coat Coloring
Black Mouth Cur
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Breed Colors
Brown
Brown
Fawn
Fawn
Red
Red
Yellow
Yellow
Black
Black
Blue Merle
Blue Merle
Liver
Liver
Red Merle
Red Merle
White and Black
White and Black
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