Australian Kelpie vs Bavarian Mountain Hound

Compare the Australian Kelpie to the Bavarian Mountain Hound. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Australian Kelpies and Bavarian Mountain Hounds.

Australian Kelpie vs Bavarian Mountain Hound
Australian Kelpie
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Australian Kelpie
Bavarian Mountain Hound
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General Details
Australian Kelpie
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-15 Years
12-15 Years
Height
18-22 Inches
17-20½ Inches
Weight
30-60 Pounds
40-55 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Australian Kelpie
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Origin Country
Australia
Germany
Origin Year
1900 AD
1350 AD
Temperament
Australian Kelpie
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Overall Friendliness
Average
Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Average
Child Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Average
Personality
Australian Kelpie
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Needy
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Australian Kelpie
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
No
Yes
Small Yard
No
No
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
30-80 °F
30-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Australian Kelpie
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Energy Level
Very High
High
Exercise Required
Very High
High to Very High
Top Running Speed
24 MPH
24 MPH
Strength
High
Medium to High
Grooming Needs
Australian Kelpie
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Low
Shedding
Medium
Low to Medium
Dander
Medium
Low
Drool
Low
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Australian Kelpie
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
Yes
Yes
Breed Focus
Australian Kelpie
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Australian Kelpie
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Aggression
Below Average
None
Burrow / Digging
Average
Average
Chasing
Average
Average
Follow Commands
Average
None
Fighting
Average
Below Average
Guarding
Average
Average
Herding
Above Average
None
Hunting
Average
Above Average
Protection
Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Average
Average
Sled Pulling
Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Australian Kelpie
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Average Lifespan
12-15 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
Australian Kelpie
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Progressive retinal atrophy
Collie eye anomaly
Osteoarthritis
Cerebellar abiotrophy
Hip dysplasia
Epilepsy
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Australian Kelpie
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Coat Type
Fur or Hair
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Single
Smooth
Smooth
Coat Texture
Rough
Straight
Rough
Straight
Coat Length
Short to Medium
Short
Coat Coloring
Australian Kelpie
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Black and Tan
Black and Tan
Blue
Blue
Chocolate
Chocolate
Fawn
Fawn
Red
Red
Red and tan
Red and tan
Brindle
Brindle
Red
Red
Tan
Tan
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