Australian Kelpie vs Caucasian Shepherd Dog

Compare the Australian Kelpie to the Caucasian Shepherd Dog. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Australian Kelpies and Caucasian Shepherd Dogs.

Australian Kelpie vs Caucasian Shepherd Dog
Australian Kelpie
Caucasian Shepherd Dog
Australian Kelpie
Caucasian Shepherd Dog
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General Details
Australian Kelpie
Caucasian Shepherd Dog
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-15 Years
10-12 Years
Height
18-22 Inches
25-28 Inches
Weight
30-60 Pounds
80-180 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Australian Kelpie
Caucasian Shepherd Dog
Origin Country
Australia
Georgia
Origin Year
1900 AD
-500 BC
Temperament
Australian Kelpie
Caucasian Shepherd Dog
Overall Friendliness
Average
Below Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Average
Child Friendly
Below Average
Average
Pet Friendly
Average
None
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
None
Personality
Australian Kelpie
Caucasian Shepherd Dog
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Aggressive
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Australian Kelpie
Caucasian Shepherd Dog
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
No
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
30-80 °F
20-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Australian Kelpie
Caucasian Shepherd Dog
Energy Level
Very High
High
Exercise Required
Very High
High to Very High
Top Running Speed
24 MPH
24 MPH
Strength
High
Very High
Grooming Needs
Australian Kelpie
Caucasian Shepherd Dog
Coat Maintenance
Medium
High
Shedding
Medium
High to Very High
Dander
Medium
Medium to High
Drool
Low
Medium
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Australian Kelpie
Caucasian Shepherd Dog
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Australian Kelpie
Caucasian Shepherd Dog
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Australian Kelpie
Caucasian Shepherd Dog
Aggression
Below Average
Above Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Average
Follow Commands
Average
Below Average
Fighting
Average
Above Average
Guarding
Average
Above Average
Herding
Above Average
Average
Hunting
Average
Below Average
Protection
Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Australian Kelpie
Caucasian Shepherd Dog
Average Lifespan
12-15 Years
10-12 Years
Health Concerns
Australian Kelpie
Caucasian Shepherd Dog
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Progressive retinal atrophy
Collie eye anomaly
Osteoarthritis
Cerebellar abiotrophy
Hip dysplasia
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Australian Kelpie
Caucasian Shepherd Dog
Coat Type
Fur or Hair
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Single
Smooth
Double
Coat Texture
Rough
Straight
Wooly
Coat Length
Short to Medium
Long
Coat Coloring
Australian Kelpie
Caucasian Shepherd Dog
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
Black
Cream
Cream
Fawn
Fawn
Gray
Gray
Red
Red
Tan
Tan
White
White
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