Australian Cattle Dog vs English Shepherd

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

Australian Cattle Dog vs English Shepherd
Australian Cattle Dog
English Shepherd
Australian Cattle Dog
English Shepherd
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General Details
Australian Cattle Dog
English Shepherd
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-14 Years
14-16 Years
Height
17-20 Inches
18-23 Inches
Weight
30-50 Pounds
40-60 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Australian Cattle Dog
English Shepherd
Origin Country
Australia
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1840 AD
1800 AD
Temperament
Australian Cattle Dog
English Shepherd
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
Above Average
Personality
Australian Cattle Dog
English Shepherd
Traits
Affectionate
Jealous
Loving
Stubborn
Loving
Stubborn
Living Environment
Australian Cattle Dog
English Shepherd
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
No
No
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
40-95 °F
40-70 °F
Barks/Howls
Above Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Australian Cattle Dog
English Shepherd
Energy Level
High
High
Exercise Required
High
High
Top Running Speed
25 MPH
22 MPH
Strength
Medium
Medium
Grooming Needs
Australian Cattle Dog
English Shepherd
Coat Maintenance
Low
Medium
Shedding
Low
High
Dander
Low
Medium
Drool
None
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Australian Cattle Dog
English Shepherd
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
Australian Cattle Dog
English Shepherd
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Australian Cattle Dog
English Shepherd
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
Above Average
Hunting
Below Average
Above Average
Protection
Below Average
Average
Remove Vermin
None
Above Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Average
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Australian Cattle Dog
English Shepherd
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
14-16 Years
Health Concerns
Australian Cattle Dog
English Shepherd
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Von willebrand's disease
Progressive retinal atrophy
Elbow dysplasia
Deafness
Lens luxation
Work-related injuries
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Collie eye anomaly
Drug sensitivity
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Australian Cattle Dog
English Shepherd
Coat Type
Fur
Fur or Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Smooth
Coat Texture
Straight
Silky
Straight
Wavy
Coat Length
Short
Medium to Long
Coat Coloring
Australian Cattle Dog
English Shepherd
Breed Colors
Blue
Blue
Blue Mottled
Blue Mottled
Blue Speckled
Blue Speckled
Red Mottled
Red Mottled
Red Speckled
Red Speckled
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