Australian Cattle Dog vs English Foxhound

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

Australian Cattle Dog vs English Foxhound
Australian Cattle Dog
English Foxhound
Australian Cattle Dog
English Foxhound
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General Details
Australian Cattle Dog
English Foxhound
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-14 Years
10-13 Years
Height
17-20 Inches
21-25 Inches
Weight
30-50 Pounds
55-75 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Australian Cattle Dog
English Foxhound
Origin Country
Australia
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1840 AD
1580 AD
Temperament
Australian Cattle Dog
English Foxhound
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Average
Personality
Australian Cattle Dog
English Foxhound
Traits
Affectionate
Jealous
Loving
Stubborn
Stubborn
Living Environment
Australian Cattle Dog
English Foxhound
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
No
No
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
40-95 °F
40-75 °F
Barks/Howls
Above Average
Above Average
Exercise Needs
Australian Cattle Dog
English Foxhound
Energy Level
High
High to Very High
Exercise Required
High
High to Very High
Top Running Speed
25 MPH
18 MPH
Strength
Medium
Medium
Grooming Needs
Australian Cattle Dog
English Foxhound
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low
Shedding
Low
Medium
Dander
Low
Low
Drool
None
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Australian Cattle Dog
English Foxhound
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
Australian Cattle Dog
English Foxhound
Distracted Easy
No
Yes
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Australian Cattle Dog
English Foxhound
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Above Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
Above Average
Average
Hunting
Below Average
Above Average
Protection
Below Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
None
Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Australian Cattle Dog
English Foxhound
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
10-13 Years
Health Concerns
Australian Cattle Dog
English Foxhound
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Von willebrand's disease
Progressive retinal atrophy
Elbow dysplasia
Deafness
Lens luxation
Work-related injuries
Bloat
Hip dysplasia
Epilepsy
Renal disease
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Australian Cattle Dog
English Foxhound
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Smooth
Coat Texture
Straight
Straight
Coat Length
Short
Short
Coat Coloring
Australian Cattle Dog
English Foxhound
Breed Colors
Blue
Blue
Blue Mottled
Blue Mottled
Blue Speckled
Blue Speckled
Red Mottled
Red Mottled
Red Speckled
Red Speckled
Black, White, and Tan
Black, White, and Tan
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