Australian Cattle Dog vs Caucasian Shepherd Dog

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

Australian Cattle Dog vs Caucasian Shepherd Dog
Australian Cattle Dog
Caucasian Shepherd Dog
Australian Cattle Dog
Caucasian Shepherd Dog
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General Details
Australian Cattle Dog
Caucasian Shepherd Dog
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-14 Years
10-12 Years
Height
17-20 Inches
25-28 Inches
Weight
30-50 Pounds
80-180 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Australian Cattle Dog
Caucasian Shepherd Dog
Origin Country
Australia
Georgia
Origin Year
1840 AD
-500 BC
Temperament
Australian Cattle Dog
Caucasian Shepherd Dog
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Below Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Average
Child Friendly
Average
Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
None
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
None
Personality
Australian Cattle Dog
Caucasian Shepherd Dog
Traits
Affectionate
Jealous
Loving
Stubborn
Aggressive
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Australian Cattle Dog
Caucasian Shepherd Dog
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
No
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
40-95 °F
20-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Above Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Australian Cattle Dog
Caucasian Shepherd Dog
Energy Level
High
High
Exercise Required
High
High to Very High
Top Running Speed
25 MPH
24 MPH
Strength
Medium
Very High
Grooming Needs
Australian Cattle Dog
Caucasian Shepherd Dog
Coat Maintenance
Low
High
Shedding
Low
High to Very High
Dander
Low
Medium to High
Drool
None
Medium
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Australian Cattle Dog
Caucasian Shepherd Dog
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Australian Cattle Dog
Caucasian Shepherd Dog
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Australian Cattle Dog
Caucasian Shepherd Dog
Aggression
Below Average
Above Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Above Average
Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
Above Average
Guarding
Below Average
Above Average
Herding
Above Average
Average
Hunting
Below Average
Below Average
Protection
Below Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
None
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Australian Cattle Dog
Caucasian Shepherd Dog
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
10-12 Years
Health Concerns
Australian Cattle Dog
Caucasian Shepherd Dog
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Von willebrand's disease
Progressive retinal atrophy
Elbow dysplasia
Deafness
Lens luxation
Work-related injuries
Hip dysplasia
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Australian Cattle Dog
Caucasian Shepherd Dog
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Straight
Wooly
Coat Length
Short
Long
Coat Coloring
Australian Cattle Dog
Caucasian Shepherd Dog
Breed Colors
Blue
Blue
Blue Mottled
Blue Mottled
Blue Speckled
Blue Speckled
Red Mottled
Red Mottled
Red Speckled
Red Speckled
Black
Black
Cream
Cream
Fawn
Fawn
Gray
Gray
Red
Red
Tan
Tan
White
White
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