Smooth Fox Terrier vs Miniature Australian Shepherd

Compare the Smooth Fox Terrier to the Miniature Australian Shepherd. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Smooth Fox Terriers and Miniature Australian Shepherds.

Smooth Fox Terrier vs Miniature Australian Shepherd
Smooth Fox Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Smooth Fox Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
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General Details
Smooth Fox Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-15 Years
13-15 Years
Height
13-16 Inches
13-18 Inches
Weight
15-19 Pounds
30-40 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Above Average
History
Smooth Fox Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Origin Country
United Kingdom
United States
Origin Year
1780 AD
1978 AD
Temperament
Smooth Fox Terrier
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
Smooth Fox Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Traits
Affectionate
Jealous
Loving
Snuggle
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Smooth Fox Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
No
No
Temperature Tolerance
40-80 °F
30-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Smooth Fox Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Energy Level
High
High to Very High
Exercise Required
High
High
Top Running Speed
28 MPH
20 MPH
Strength
Medium
Medium
Grooming Needs
Smooth Fox Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Coat Maintenance
Low
Medium
Shedding
Low
Medium
Dander
Low
Medium
Drool
Low
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Smooth Fox Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Dominant / Alpha
Yes
Yes
Family / Pack
No
No
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Smooth Fox Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Smooth Fox Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
None
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
Above Average
Hunting
Average
Below Average
Protection
Below Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Average
None
Sled Pulling
Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Smooth Fox Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Average Lifespan
12-15 Years
13-15 Years
Health Concerns
Smooth Fox Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Common Health Issues
Cataracts
Patellar luxation
Legg-Calve-Perthes disease
Distichiasis
Deafness
Lens luxation
Progressive retinal atrophy
Glaucoma
Pediatric cataracts
Drug sensitivity
Retinal dysplasia
Iris coloboma
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Smooth Fox Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Single
Smooth
Double
Coat Texture
Straight
Wavy
Coat Length
Short
Medium to Long
Coat Coloring
Smooth Fox Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Brown
Brown
Tri-Color
Tri-Color
White
White
Black
Black
Blue Merle
Blue Merle
Liver
Liver
Red Merle
Red Merle
White and Black
White and Black
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