Miniature Poodle vs Miniature Australian Shepherd

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

Miniature Poodle vs Miniature Australian Shepherd
Miniature Poodle
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Miniature Poodle
Miniature Australian Shepherd
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General Details
Miniature Poodle
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
Yes
No
Lifespan
14-15 Years
13-15 Years
Height
10-15 Inches
13-18 Inches
Weight
12-18 Pounds
30-40 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Miniature Poodle
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Origin Country
United Kingdom
United States
Origin Year
1700 AD
1978 AD
Temperament
Miniature Poodle
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
Above Average
Average
Personality
Miniature Poodle
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Miniature Poodle
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
No
No
Temperature Tolerance
35-80 °F
30-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Miniature Poodle
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Energy Level
High
High to Very High
Exercise Required
Medium to High
High
Top Running Speed
18 MPH
20 MPH
Strength
Low to Medium
Medium
Grooming Needs
Miniature Poodle
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Coat Maintenance
High
Medium
Shedding
None
Medium
Dander
None
Medium
Drool
None
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Miniature Poodle
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Miniature Poodle
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Distracted Easy
Yes
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Miniature Poodle
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
None
Below Average
Chasing
Below Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
None
Guarding
None
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
Above Average
Hunting
Average
Below Average
Protection
None
Below Average
Remove Vermin
None
None
Sled Pulling
None
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Miniature Poodle
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Average Lifespan
14-15 Years
13-15 Years
Health Concerns
Miniature Poodle
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Common Health Issues
Addison's disease
Bloat
Hip dysplasia
Epilepsy
Progressive retinal atrophy
Glaucoma
Pediatric cataracts
Drug sensitivity
Retinal dysplasia
Iris coloboma
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Miniature Poodle
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Coat Type
Hair
Fur
Coat Layering
Single
Double
Coat Texture
Rough
Wavy
Wavy
Coat Length
Long
Medium to Long
Coat Coloring
Miniature Poodle
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Breed Colors
Apricot
Apricot
Black
Black
Blue
Blue
Brown
Brown
Cafe Au Lait
Cafe Au Lait
Cream
Cream
Gray
Gray
Red
Red
Silver
Silver
White
White
Black
Black
Blue Merle
Blue Merle
Liver
Liver
Red Merle
Red Merle
White and Black
White and Black
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