Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Miniature Australian Shepherd

Compare the Welsh Springer Spaniel to the Miniature Australian Shepherd. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Welsh Springer Spaniels and Miniature Australian Shepherds.

Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Miniature Australian Shepherd
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Miniature Australian Shepherd
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General Details
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-15 Years
13-15 Years
Height
17-19 Inches
13-18 Inches
Weight
35-45 Pounds
30-40 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Origin Country
United Kingdom
United States
Origin Year
-5000 BC
1978 AD
Temperament
Welsh Springer Spaniel
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
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
No
Temperature Tolerance
40-85 °F
30-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Energy Level
High
High to Very High
Exercise Required
High
High
Top Running Speed
22 MPH
20 MPH
Strength
High
Medium
Grooming Needs
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Coat Maintenance
Low
Medium
Shedding
Medium
Medium
Dander
Low to Medium
Medium
Drool
Low
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Distracted Easy
Yes
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Welsh Springer Spaniel
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
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
Above Average
Hunting
Above Average
Below Average
Protection
Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Average
None
Sled Pulling
None
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Average Lifespan
12-15 Years
13-15 Years
Health Concerns
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Common Health Issues
Entropion
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Epilepsy
Hypothyroidism
Elbow dysplasia
Glaucoma
Progressive retinal atrophy
Glaucoma
Pediatric cataracts
Drug sensitivity
Retinal dysplasia
Iris coloboma
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Coat Type
Hair
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Smooth
Double
Coat Texture
Silky
Straight
Wavy
Wavy
Coat Length
Medium
Medium to Long
Coat Coloring
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Blue Merle
Blue Merle
Liver
Liver
Red Merle
Red Merle
White and Black
White and Black
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