Australian Cattle Dog vs Alaskan Klee Kai

Compare the Australian Cattle Dog to the Alaskan Klee Kai. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Australian Cattle Dogs and Alaskan Klee Kais.

Australian Cattle Dog vs Alaskan Klee Kai
Australian Cattle Dog
Alaskan Klee Kai
Australian Cattle Dog
Alaskan Klee Kai
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General Details
Australian Cattle Dog
Alaskan Klee Kai
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-14 Years
12-16 Years
Height
17-20 Inches
17-17 Inches
Weight
30-50 Pounds
10-20 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Australian Cattle Dog
Alaskan Klee Kai
Origin Country
Australia
United States
Origin Year
1840 AD
1988 AD
Temperament
Australian Cattle Dog
Alaskan Klee Kai
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Average
Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Below Average
Personality
Australian Cattle Dog
Alaskan Klee Kai
Traits
Affectionate
Jealous
Loving
Stubborn
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Living Environment
Australian Cattle Dog
Alaskan Klee Kai
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
No
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
Yes
No
Temperature Tolerance
40-95 °F
15-85 °F
Barks/Howls
Above Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Australian Cattle Dog
Alaskan Klee Kai
Energy Level
High
Medium to High
Exercise Required
High
Medium to High
Top Running Speed
25 MPH
18 MPH
Strength
Medium
Medium to High
Grooming Needs
Australian Cattle Dog
Alaskan Klee Kai
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low to Medium
Shedding
Low
High
Dander
Low
Medium to High
Drool
None
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Australian Cattle Dog
Alaskan Klee Kai
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Australian Cattle Dog
Alaskan Klee Kai
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Australian Cattle Dog
Alaskan Klee Kai
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Average
Chasing
Above Average
Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
Above Average
Below Average
Hunting
Below Average
Average
Protection
Below Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
None
Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Average
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Australian Cattle Dog
Alaskan Klee Kai
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
12-16 Years
Health Concerns
Australian Cattle Dog
Alaskan Klee Kai
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Von willebrand's disease
Progressive retinal atrophy
Elbow dysplasia
Deafness
Lens luxation
Work-related injuries
Hypothyroidism
Vaccination sensitivity
Autoimmune thyroiditis
Factor VII deficiency
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Australian Cattle Dog
Alaskan Klee Kai
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Straight
Straight
Coat Length
Short
Long
Coat Coloring
Australian Cattle Dog
Alaskan Klee Kai
Breed Colors
Blue
Blue
Blue Mottled
Blue Mottled
Blue Speckled
Blue Speckled
Red Mottled
Red Mottled
Red Speckled
Red Speckled
Black and White
Black and White
Brown and White
Brown and White
Grey and White
Grey and White
Red and White
Red and White
Tan and White
Tan and White
White
White
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