American Alsatian vs English Shepherd

Compare the American Alsatian to the English Shepherd. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between American Alsatians and English Shepherds.

American Alsatian vs English Shepherd
American Alsatian
English Shepherd
American Alsatian
English Shepherd
Change Breed
Change Breed
General Details
American Alsatian
English Shepherd
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-14 Years
14-16 Years
Height
24-28 Inches
18-23 Inches
Weight
75-120 Pounds
40-60 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
American Alsatian
English Shepherd
Origin Country
United States
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1988 AD
1800 AD
Temperament
American Alsatian
English Shepherd
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Personality
American Alsatian
English Shepherd
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Willing to Please
Loving
Stubborn
Living Environment
American Alsatian
English Shepherd
Apartment
Yes
No
Indoor
Yes
No
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
No
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
20-80 °F
40-70 °F
Barks/Howls
Below Average
Average
Exercise Needs
American Alsatian
English Shepherd
Energy Level
Medium
High
Exercise Required
Low to Medium
High
Top Running Speed
28 MPH
22 MPH
Strength
High
Medium
Grooming Needs
American Alsatian
English Shepherd
Coat Maintenance
High
Medium
Shedding
High
High
Dander
High
Medium
Drool
Low
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
American Alsatian
English Shepherd
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
American Alsatian
English Shepherd
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
American Alsatian
English Shepherd
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Average
Chasing
Below Average
Average
Follow Commands
Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
Average
Above Average
Hunting
Below Average
Above Average
Protection
Average
Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Above Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Average
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
American Alsatian
English Shepherd
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
14-16 Years
Health Concerns
American Alsatian
English Shepherd
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Epilepsy
Elbow dysplasia
Arthritis
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Collie eye anomaly
Drug sensitivity
Appearance Comparison
Coat
American Alsatian
English Shepherd
Coat Type
Fur
Fur or Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Smooth
Coat Texture
Rough
Silky
Straight
Wavy
Coat Length
Medium to Long
Medium to Long
Coat Coloring
American Alsatian
English Shepherd
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Cream
Cream
Gold
Gold
Silver
Silver
Menu