Dalmatian vs Miniature Australian Shepherd

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

Dalmatian vs Miniature Australian Shepherd
Dalmatian
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Dalmatian
Miniature Australian Shepherd
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General Details
Dalmatian
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
13-16 Years
13-15 Years
Height
19-24 Inches
13-18 Inches
Weight
45-55 Pounds
30-40 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Above Average
History
Dalmatian
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Origin Country
Croatia
United States
Origin Year
1600 AD
1978 AD
Temperament
Dalmatian
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Average
Average
Personality
Dalmatian
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Dalmatian
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
No
Temperature Tolerance
50-85 °F
30-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Dalmatian
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Energy Level
High
High to Very High
Exercise Required
High
High
Top Running Speed
35 MPH
20 MPH
Strength
High
Medium
Grooming Needs
Dalmatian
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Medium
Shedding
Medium
Medium
Dander
Medium
Medium
Drool
None
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Dalmatian
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Dalmatian
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Dalmatian
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Below Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
None
Guarding
Average
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
Above Average
Hunting
Average
Below Average
Protection
Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
None
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Dalmatian
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Average Lifespan
13-16 Years
13-15 Years
Health Concerns
Dalmatian
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Allergies
Deafness
Kidney stones
Iris sphincter dysplasia
Skin allergies
Progressive retinal atrophy
Glaucoma
Pediatric cataracts
Drug sensitivity
Retinal dysplasia
Iris coloboma
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Dalmatian
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Single
Smooth
Double
Coat Texture
Straight
Wavy
Coat Length
Short
Medium to Long
Coat Coloring
Dalmatian
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Breed Colors
White and Black
White and Black
White and Liver Brown
White and Liver Brown
Black
Black
Blue Merle
Blue Merle
Liver
Liver
Red Merle
Red Merle
White and Black
White and Black
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