Australian Kelpie vs Alaskan Klee Kai

Compare the Australian Kelpie to the Alaskan Klee Kai. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Australian Kelpies and Alaskan Klee Kais.

Australian Kelpie vs Alaskan Klee Kai
Australian Kelpie
Alaskan Klee Kai
Australian Kelpie
Alaskan Klee Kai
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General Details
Australian Kelpie
Alaskan Klee Kai
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-15 Years
12-16 Years
Height
18-22 Inches
17-17 Inches
Weight
30-60 Pounds
10-20 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Australian Kelpie
Alaskan Klee Kai
Origin Country
Australia
United States
Origin Year
1900 AD
1988 AD
Temperament
Australian Kelpie
Alaskan Klee Kai
Overall Friendliness
Average
Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Below Average
Average
Pet Friendly
Average
Below Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Below Average
Personality
Australian Kelpie
Alaskan Klee Kai
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Living Environment
Australian Kelpie
Alaskan Klee Kai
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
No
Yes
Small Yard
No
No
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
Yes
No
Temperature Tolerance
30-80 °F
15-85 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Australian Kelpie
Alaskan Klee Kai
Energy Level
Very High
Medium to High
Exercise Required
Very High
Medium to High
Top Running Speed
24 MPH
18 MPH
Strength
High
Medium to High
Grooming Needs
Australian Kelpie
Alaskan Klee Kai
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Low to Medium
Shedding
Medium
High
Dander
Medium
Medium to High
Drool
Low
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Australian Kelpie
Alaskan Klee Kai
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Australian Kelpie
Alaskan Klee Kai
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Australian Kelpie
Alaskan Klee Kai
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
Average
Chasing
Average
Average
Follow Commands
Average
Average
Fighting
Average
Below Average
Guarding
Average
Below Average
Herding
Above Average
Below Average
Hunting
Average
Average
Protection
Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Average
Average
Sled Pulling
Average
Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Australian Kelpie
Alaskan Klee Kai
Average Lifespan
12-15 Years
12-16 Years
Health Concerns
Australian Kelpie
Alaskan Klee Kai
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Progressive retinal atrophy
Collie eye anomaly
Osteoarthritis
Cerebellar abiotrophy
Hypothyroidism
Vaccination sensitivity
Autoimmune thyroiditis
Factor VII deficiency
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Australian Kelpie
Alaskan Klee Kai
Coat Type
Fur or Hair
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Single
Smooth
Double
Coat Texture
Rough
Straight
Straight
Coat Length
Short to Medium
Long
Coat Coloring
Australian Kelpie
Alaskan Klee Kai
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Black and Tan
Black and Tan
Blue
Blue
Chocolate
Chocolate
Fawn
Fawn
Red
Red
Red and tan
Red and tan
Black and White
Black and White
Brown and White
Brown and White
Grey and White
Grey and White
Red and White
Red and White
Tan and White
Tan and White
White
White
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