Australian Cattle Dog vs Mountain Feist

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

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