Whippet vs Miniature Australian Shepherd

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

Whippet vs Miniature Australian Shepherd
Whippet
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Whippet
Miniature Australian Shepherd
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General Details
Whippet
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-15 Years
13-15 Years
Height
18-22 Inches
13-18 Inches
Weight
20-40 Pounds
30-40 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Above Average
History
Whippet
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Origin Country
United Kingdom
United States
Origin Year
1610 AD
1978 AD
Temperament
Whippet
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
Whippet
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Stubborn
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Whippet
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
No
Temperature Tolerance
40-80 °F
30-80 °F
Barks/Howls
None
Average
Exercise Needs
Whippet
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Energy Level
Medium
High to Very High
Exercise Required
Medium to High
High
Top Running Speed
35 MPH
20 MPH
Strength
Medium
Medium
Grooming Needs
Whippet
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Coat Maintenance
Low
Medium
Shedding
Medium to High
Medium
Dander
Medium to High
Medium
Drool
None
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Whippet
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Whippet
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Whippet
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Above Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
None
Average
Fighting
Below Average
None
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
None
Above Average
Hunting
Above Average
Below Average
Protection
Below Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Above Average
None
Sled Pulling
None
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Whippet
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Average Lifespan
12-15 Years
13-15 Years
Health Concerns
Whippet
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Common Health Issues
Addison's disease
Von willebrand's disease
Heart murmurs
Hypothyroidism
Vaccination sensitivity
Deafness
Drug sensitivity
Heart problems
Kidney issues
Arthritis
Progressive retinal atrophy
Glaucoma
Pediatric cataracts
Drug sensitivity
Retinal dysplasia
Iris coloboma
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Whippet
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Single
Smooth
Double
Coat Texture
Straight
Wavy
Coat Length
Short
Medium to Long
Coat Coloring
Whippet
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Black Brindle
Black Brindle
Blue
Blue
Blue Brindle
Blue Brindle
Blue Fawn
Blue Fawn
Cream
Cream
Fawn
Fawn
Fawn Brindle
Fawn Brindle
Red
Red
Red Brindle
Red Brindle
Red Fawn
Red Fawn
Seal
Seal
White
White
White and Black
White and Black
White and Blue
White and Blue
White and Blue Brindle
White and Blue Brindle
White and Blue Fawn
White and Blue Fawn
White and Fawn
White and Fawn
White and Fawn Brindle
White and Fawn Brindle
White and Red
White and Red
White and Red Brindle
White and Red Brindle
Black
Black
Blue Merle
Blue Merle
Liver
Liver
Red Merle
Red Merle
White and Black
White and Black
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