Boxer vs Miniature Australian Shepherd

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

Boxer vs Miniature Australian Shepherd
Boxer
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Boxer
Miniature Australian Shepherd
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General Details
Boxer
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-12 Years
13-15 Years
Height
21-25 Inches
13-18 Inches
Weight
53-70 Pounds
30-40 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Above Average
History
Boxer
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Origin Country
Germany
United States
Origin Year
1894 AD
1978 AD
Temperament
Boxer
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
Boxer
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Snuggle
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Boxer
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
No
No
Temperature Tolerance
60-80 °F
30-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Boxer
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Energy Level
High
High to Very High
Exercise Required
High
High
Top Running Speed
27 MPH
20 MPH
Strength
High
Medium
Grooming Needs
Boxer
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Medium
Shedding
High
Medium
Dander
Low
Medium
Drool
None
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Boxer
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Boxer
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Distracted Easy
Yes
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Boxer
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
None
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Average
Fighting
Average
None
Guarding
Above Average
Below Average
Herding
None
Above Average
Hunting
Average
Below Average
Protection
Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
None
None
Sled Pulling
None
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Boxer
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
13-15 Years
Health Concerns
Boxer
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Cancer
Corneal dystrophy
Hip dysplasia
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Demodectic mange
Deafness
Aortic stenosis
Boxer cardiomyopathy
Progressive retinal atrophy
Glaucoma
Pediatric cataracts
Drug sensitivity
Retinal dysplasia
Iris coloboma
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Boxer
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Single
Double
Coat Texture
Straight
Wavy
Coat Length
Short
Medium to Long
Coat Coloring
Boxer
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Breed Colors
Brindle
Brindle
Fawn
Fawn
White
White
Black
Black
Blue Merle
Blue Merle
Liver
Liver
Red Merle
Red Merle
White and Black
White and Black
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