Australian Kelpie vs Jagdterrier

Compare the Australian Kelpie to the Jagdterrier. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Australian Kelpies and Jagdterriers.

Australian Kelpie vs Jagdterrier
Australian Kelpie
Jagdterrier
Australian Kelpie
Jagdterrier
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General Details
Australian Kelpie
Jagdterrier
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-15 Years
13-15 Years
Height
18-22 Inches
13-16 Inches
Weight
30-60 Pounds
17-22 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Australian Kelpie
Jagdterrier
Origin Country
Australia
Germany
Origin Year
1900 AD
1900 AD
Temperament
Australian Kelpie
Jagdterrier
Overall Friendliness
Average
Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Below Average
Average
Pet Friendly
Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Average
Personality
Australian Kelpie
Jagdterrier
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Aggressive
Stubborn
Living Environment
Australian Kelpie
Jagdterrier
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
No
No
Small Yard
No
No
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
30-80 °F
50-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
None
Exercise Needs
Australian Kelpie
Jagdterrier
Energy Level
Very High
High
Exercise Required
Very High
High
Top Running Speed
24 MPH
28 MPH
Strength
High
Medium
Grooming Needs
Australian Kelpie
Jagdterrier
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Low
Shedding
Medium
Medium
Dander
Medium
Low
Drool
Low
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Australian Kelpie
Jagdterrier
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
Yes
Yes
Breed Focus
Australian Kelpie
Jagdterrier
Distracted Easy
No
Yes
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Australian Kelpie
Jagdterrier
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Average
Average
Fighting
Average
Below Average
Guarding
Average
Below Average
Herding
Above Average
Below Average
Hunting
Average
Above Average
Protection
Average
Average
Remove Vermin
Average
Average
Sled Pulling
Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Australian Kelpie
Jagdterrier
Average Lifespan
12-15 Years
13-15 Years
Health Concerns
Australian Kelpie
Jagdterrier
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Progressive retinal atrophy
Collie eye anomaly
Osteoarthritis
Cerebellar abiotrophy
Primary lens luxation
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Australian Kelpie
Jagdterrier
Coat Type
Fur or Hair
Fur or Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Single
Smooth
Smooth
Coat Texture
Rough
Straight
Rough
Shaggy
Wavy
Coat Length
Short to Medium
Short to Medium
Coat Coloring
Australian Kelpie
Jagdterrier
Breed Colors
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