African Wild Dog vs Miniature Australian Shepherd

Compare the African Wild Dog to the Miniature Australian Shepherd. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between African Wild Dogs and Miniature Australian Shepherds.

African Wild Dog vs Miniature Australian Shepherd
African Wild Dog
Miniature Australian Shepherd
African Wild Dog
Miniature Australian Shepherd
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General Details
African Wild Dog
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Breed Type
Wild
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-12 Years
13-15 Years
Height
24-30 Inches
13-18 Inches
Weight
44-66 Pounds
30-40 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
African Wild Dog
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Origin Country
Egypt
United States
Origin Year
Unspecified
1978 AD
Temperament
African Wild Dog
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Overall Friendliness
None
Above Average
Family Friendly
None
Above Average
Child Friendly
None
Above Average
Pet Friendly
None
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
None
Average
Personality
African Wild Dog
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Traits
Aggressive
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
African Wild Dog
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
No
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
No
Temperature Tolerance
40-80 °F
30-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Above Average
Average
Exercise Needs
African Wild Dog
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Energy Level
High to Very High
High to Very High
Exercise Required
Low
High
Top Running Speed
41 MPH
20 MPH
Strength
High
Medium
Grooming Needs
African Wild Dog
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Coat Maintenance
Low
Medium
Shedding
Low
Medium
Dander
Low
Medium
Drool
Low
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
African Wild Dog
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Dominant / Alpha
Yes
Yes
Family / Pack
No
No
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
African Wild Dog
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
African Wild Dog
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Aggression
Above Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Above Average
Below Average
Chasing
Above Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
None
Average
Fighting
Above Average
None
Guarding
Average
Below Average
Herding
Above Average
Above Average
Hunting
Above Average
Below Average
Protection
Below Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Above Average
None
Sled Pulling
None
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
African Wild Dog
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
13-15 Years
Health Concerns
African Wild Dog
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Common Health Issues
Canine distemper
Rabies
Progressive retinal atrophy
Glaucoma
Pediatric cataracts
Drug sensitivity
Retinal dysplasia
Iris coloboma
Appearance Comparison
Coat
African Wild Dog
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Single
Double
Coat Texture
Rough
Wavy
Coat Length
Short
Medium to Long
Coat Coloring
African Wild Dog
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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