Australian Cattle Dog vs Border Terrier

Compare the Australian Cattle Dog to the Border Terrier. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Australian Cattle Dogs and Border Terriers.

Australian Cattle Dog vs Border Terrier
Australian Cattle Dog
Border Terrier
Australian Cattle Dog
Border Terrier
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General Details
Australian Cattle Dog
Border Terrier
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-14 Years
12-15 Years
Height
17-20 Inches
10-16 Inches
Weight
30-50 Pounds
11-16 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Australian Cattle Dog
Border Terrier
Origin Country
Australia
Unspecified
Origin Year
1840 AD
1700 AD
Temperament
Australian Cattle Dog
Border Terrier
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Personality
Australian Cattle Dog
Border Terrier
Traits
Affectionate
Jealous
Loving
Stubborn
Affectionate
Jealous
Loving
Snuggle
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Australian Cattle Dog
Border Terrier
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
No
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
40-95 °F
50-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Above Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Australian Cattle Dog
Border Terrier
Energy Level
High
High
Exercise Required
High
Medium
Top Running Speed
25 MPH
18 MPH
Strength
Medium
Medium
Grooming Needs
Australian Cattle Dog
Border Terrier
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low
Shedding
Low
Low
Dander
Low
Low
Drool
None
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Australian Cattle Dog
Border Terrier
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Australian Cattle Dog
Border Terrier
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Australian Cattle Dog
Border Terrier
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Above Average
Chasing
Above Average
Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Below 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
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Australian Cattle Dog
Border Terrier
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
Australian Cattle Dog
Border Terrier
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Von willebrand's disease
Progressive retinal atrophy
Elbow dysplasia
Deafness
Lens luxation
Work-related injuries
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Heart murmurs
Hypothyroidism
Pulmonic stenosis
Malocclusions
Seizures
Cryptorchidism
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Australian Cattle Dog
Border Terrier
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Straight
Rough
Scruffy
Coat Length
Short
Short
Coat Coloring
Australian Cattle Dog
Border Terrier
Breed Colors
Blue
Blue
Blue Mottled
Blue Mottled
Blue Speckled
Blue Speckled
Red Mottled
Red Mottled
Red Speckled
Red Speckled
Black and Tan
Black and Tan
Blue Grizzle
Blue Grizzle
Red
Red
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