Dogo Argentino vs Miniature Australian Shepherd

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

Dogo Argentino vs Miniature Australian Shepherd
Dogo Argentino
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Dogo Argentino
Miniature Australian Shepherd
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General Details
Dogo Argentino
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-12 Years
13-15 Years
Height
24-30 Inches
13-18 Inches
Weight
75-110 Pounds
30-40 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Above Average
History
Dogo Argentino
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Origin Country
Argentina
United States
Origin Year
1928 AD
1978 AD
Temperament
Dogo Argentino
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Overall Friendliness
Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Average
Personality
Dogo Argentino
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Dogo Argentino
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
No
Temperature Tolerance
45-80 °F
30-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Dogo Argentino
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Energy Level
High
High to Very High
Exercise Required
High
High
Top Running Speed
25 MPH
20 MPH
Strength
Very High
Medium
Grooming Needs
Dogo Argentino
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Coat Maintenance
Low
Medium
Shedding
Medium
Medium
Dander
Low
Medium
Drool
Low
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Dogo Argentino
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Dogo Argentino
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Dogo Argentino
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
Above Average
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
Above Average
Hunting
Average
Below Average
Protection
Above Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
None
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Dogo Argentino
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
13-15 Years
Health Concerns
Dogo Argentino
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Common Health Issues
Cancer
Hip dysplasia
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Deafness
Progressive retinal atrophy
Glaucoma
Pediatric cataracts
Drug sensitivity
Retinal dysplasia
Iris coloboma
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Dogo Argentino
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Single
Double
Coat Texture
Straight
Wavy
Coat Length
Short
Medium to Long
Coat Coloring
Dogo Argentino
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Breed Colors
White
White
Black
Black
Blue Merle
Blue Merle
Liver
Liver
Red Merle
Red Merle
White and Black
White and Black
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