Alopekis vs Miniature Australian Shepherd

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

Alopekis vs Miniature Australian Shepherd
Alopekis
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Alopekis
Miniature Australian Shepherd
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General Details
Alopekis
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
14-16 Years
13-15 Years
Height
2-12 Inches
13-18 Inches
Weight
6½-15½ Pounds
30-40 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Alopekis
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Origin Country
Greece
United States
Origin Year
-3000 BC
1978 AD
Temperament
Alopekis
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Overall Friendliness
Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Average
Personality
Alopekis
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Alopekis
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
No
No
Temperature Tolerance
55-80 °F
30-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Below Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Alopekis
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Energy Level
Medium
High to Very High
Exercise Required
Medium
High
Top Running Speed
18 MPH
20 MPH
Strength
Medium
Medium
Grooming Needs
Alopekis
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Coat Maintenance
Low
Medium
Shedding
Low
Medium
Dander
Low
Medium
Drool
None to Low
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Alopekis
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Alopekis
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Alopekis
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
None
Guarding
Average
Below Average
Herding
Above Average
Above Average
Hunting
Below Average
Below Average
Protection
Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Above Average
None
Sled Pulling
None
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Alopekis
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Average Lifespan
14-16 Years
13-15 Years
Health Concerns
Alopekis
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Common Health Issues
Progressive retinal atrophy
Glaucoma
Pediatric cataracts
Drug sensitivity
Retinal dysplasia
Iris coloboma
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Alopekis
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Coat Type
Fur or Hair
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Smooth
Wire
Double
Coat Texture
Silky
Straight
Wavy
Coat Length
Short to Medium
Medium to Long
Coat Coloring
Alopekis
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Breed Colors
White
White
Black
Black
Blue Merle
Blue Merle
Liver
Liver
Red Merle
Red Merle
White and Black
White and Black
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