Boerboel vs Miniature Australian Shepherd

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

Boerboel vs Miniature Australian Shepherd
Boerboel
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Boerboel
Miniature Australian Shepherd
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General Details
Boerboel
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
8-10 Years
13-15 Years
Height
24-28 Inches
13-18 Inches
Weight
110-180 Pounds
30-40 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Boerboel
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Origin Country
South Africa
United States
Origin Year
1652 AD
1978 AD
Temperament
Boerboel
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Overall Friendliness
Below Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Average
Personality
Boerboel
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Traits
Affectionate
Aggressive
Needy
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Boerboel
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
No
Temperature Tolerance
45-80 °F
30-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Boerboel
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Energy Level
Medium to High
High to Very High
Exercise Required
Medium to High
High
Top Running Speed
18 MPH
20 MPH
Strength
Very High
Medium
Grooming Needs
Boerboel
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Coat Maintenance
Low
Medium
Shedding
Medium
Medium
Dander
Medium
Medium
Drool
Medium
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Boerboel
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Dominant / Alpha
Yes
Yes
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Boerboel
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Boerboel
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Aggression
Above Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Average
Fighting
Above Average
None
Guarding
Above Average
Below Average
Herding
None
Above Average
Hunting
Average
Below Average
Protection
Above Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
None
Sled Pulling
None
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Boerboel
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Average Lifespan
8-10 Years
13-15 Years
Health Concerns
Boerboel
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Allergies
Epilepsy
Vaginal hyperplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Glaucoma
Pediatric cataracts
Drug sensitivity
Retinal dysplasia
Iris coloboma
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Boerboel
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Single
Smooth
Double
Coat Texture
Straight
Wavy
Coat Length
Short
Medium to Long
Coat Coloring
Boerboel
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Breed Colors
Brown
Brown
Cream
Cream
Red
Red
Reddish Brown
Reddish Brown
Tawny
Tawny
Black
Black
Blue Merle
Blue Merle
Liver
Liver
Red Merle
Red Merle
White and Black
White and Black
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