Wire Fox Terrier vs Miniature Australian Shepherd

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

Wire Fox Terrier vs Miniature Australian Shepherd
Wire Fox Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Wire Fox Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
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General Details
Wire Fox Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
Yes
No
Lifespan
10-15 Years
13-15 Years
Height
14-15 Inches
13-18 Inches
Weight
15-19 Pounds
30-40 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Wire Fox Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Origin Country
United Kingdom
United States
Origin Year
1876 AD
1978 AD
Temperament
Wire 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
Wire Fox Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Traits
Affectionate
Needy
Stubborn
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Wire Fox Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
No
Temperature Tolerance
40-80 °F
30-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Below Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Wire Fox Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Energy Level
High
High to Very High
Exercise Required
Medium
High
Top Running Speed
24 MPH
20 MPH
Strength
High
Medium
Grooming Needs
Wire Fox Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Coat Maintenance
Low
Medium
Shedding
None to Low
Medium
Dander
Low
Medium
Drool
None
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Wire Fox Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
No
No
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Wire Fox Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Distracted Easy
Yes
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Wire Fox Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
Below Average
Chasing
Above Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Average
Average
Fighting
Average
None
Guarding
Average
Below Average
Herding
Average
Above Average
Hunting
Above Average
Below Average
Protection
Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Above Average
None
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Wire Fox Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Average Lifespan
10-15 Years
13-15 Years
Health Concerns
Wire Fox Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Common Health Issues
Legg-Calve-Perthes disease
Epilepsy
Deafness
Arthritis
Eye problems
Progressive retinal atrophy
Glaucoma
Pediatric cataracts
Drug sensitivity
Retinal dysplasia
Iris coloboma
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Wire Fox Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Coat Type
Hair
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Wire
Double
Coat Texture
Rough
Wavy
Coat Length
Medium
Medium to Long
Coat Coloring
Wire Fox Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Breed Colors
White
White
White and Black
White and Black
White and Tan
White and Tan
White, Black, and Tan
White, Black, and Tan
Black
Black
Blue Merle
Blue Merle
Liver
Liver
Red Merle
Red Merle
White and Black
White and Black
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