Toy Fox Terrier vs Miniature Australian Shepherd

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

Toy Fox Terrier vs Miniature Australian Shepherd
Toy Fox Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Toy Fox Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
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General Details
Toy Fox Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
13-15 Years
13-15 Years
Height
8½-11½ Inches
13-18 Inches
Weight
3½-7 Pounds
30-40 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Toy Fox Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Origin Country
United States
United States
Origin Year
1930 AD
1978 AD
Temperament
Toy 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
Toy Fox Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Toy Fox Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
No
No
Temperature Tolerance
55-80 °F
30-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Below Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Toy Fox Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Energy Level
High
High to Very High
Exercise Required
Medium
High
Top Running Speed
16 MPH
20 MPH
Strength
Low
Medium
Grooming Needs
Toy Fox Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Coat Maintenance
Low to Medium
Medium
Shedding
Low
Medium
Dander
Low
Medium
Drool
None
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Toy Fox Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Toy Fox Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Toy Fox Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Below Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
None
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
Above Average
Hunting
Below Average
Below Average
Protection
Below Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
None
Sled Pulling
None
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Toy Fox Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Average Lifespan
13-15 Years
13-15 Years
Health Concerns
Toy Fox Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Common Health Issues
Von willebrand's disease
Legg-Calve-Perthes disease
Demodectic mange
Progressive retinal atrophy
Glaucoma
Pediatric cataracts
Drug sensitivity
Retinal dysplasia
Iris coloboma
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Toy Fox Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Smooth
Double
Coat Texture
Straight
Wavy
Coat Length
Short
Medium to Long
Coat Coloring
Toy Fox Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Breed Colors
White and Black
White and Black
White and Chocolate
White and Chocolate
White and Tan
White and Tan
White, Black, and Tan
White, Black, and Tan
White, Chocolate, and Tan
White, Chocolate, and Tan
Black
Black
Blue Merle
Blue Merle
Liver
Liver
Red Merle
Red Merle
White and Black
White and Black
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