Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Australian Shepherd

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

Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Australian Shepherd
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Australian Shepherd
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Australian Shepherd
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General Details
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Australian Shepherd
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
11-13 Years
12-15 Years
Height
26-30 Inches
18-23 Inches
Weight
80-150 Pounds
40-65 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Australian Shepherd
Origin Country
Turkey
United States
Origin Year
-4000 BC
1840 AD
Temperament
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Australian Shepherd
Overall Friendliness
Below Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
None
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Average
Personality
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Australian Shepherd
Traits
Affectionate
Protective
Stubborn
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Australian Shepherd
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
30-70 °F
30-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Australian Shepherd
Energy Level
Medium
High to Very High
Exercise Required
Medium
High
Top Running Speed
22 MPH
25 MPH
Strength
Very High
High
Grooming Needs
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Australian Shepherd
Coat Maintenance
Low
Medium
Shedding
High
Medium
Dander
Low
Medium
Drool
Medium
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Australian Shepherd
Dominant / Alpha
Yes
No
Family / Pack
No
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Australian Shepherd
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Australian Shepherd
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Average
Average
Fighting
Average
None
Guarding
Above Average
Below Average
Herding
Above Average
Above Average
Hunting
Average
Below Average
Protection
Above Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Average
None
Sled Pulling
Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Australian Shepherd
Average Lifespan
11-13 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Australian Shepherd
Common Health Issues
Entropion
Hip dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Elbow dysplasia
Demodectic mange
Cancer
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Allergies
Epilepsy
Hypothyroidism
Elbow dysplasia
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Distichiasis
Deafness
Collie eye anomaly
Persistent pupillary membrane
Drug sensitivity
Collie nose
Retinal detachment
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Australian Shepherd
Coat Type
Hair
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Smooth
Double
Coat Texture
Rough
Straight
Wavy
Coat Length
Short
Medium to Long
Coat Coloring
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Australian Shepherd
Breed Colors
Biscuit
Biscuit
Blue Fawn
Blue Fawn
Brindle
Brindle
Fawn
Fawn
Fawn and White
Fawn and White
Gray Fawn
Gray Fawn
Liver
Liver
Red Fawn
Red Fawn
White
White
Black
Black
Blue Merle
Blue Merle
Red
Red
Red Merle
Red Merle
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