Australian Kelpie vs Mcnab

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

Australian Kelpie vs Mcnab
Australian Kelpie
Mcnab
Australian Kelpie
Mcnab
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General Details
Australian Kelpie
Mcnab
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-15 Years
13-15 Years
Height
18-22 Inches
15-25 Inches
Weight
30-60 Pounds
35-75 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Australian Kelpie
Mcnab
Origin Country
Australia
United States
Origin Year
1900 AD
1800 AD
Temperament
Australian Kelpie
Mcnab
Overall Friendliness
Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Personality
Australian Kelpie
Mcnab
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Australian Kelpie
Mcnab
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
No
No
Small Yard
No
No
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
30-80 °F
30-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Below Average
Exercise Needs
Australian Kelpie
Mcnab
Energy Level
Very High
Medium to High
Exercise Required
Very High
Medium
Top Running Speed
24 MPH
28 MPH
Strength
High
Medium
Grooming Needs
Australian Kelpie
Mcnab
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Low
Shedding
Medium
Low
Dander
Medium
Low
Drool
Low
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Australian Kelpie
Mcnab
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Australian Kelpie
Mcnab
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Australian Kelpie
Mcnab
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
Average
Chasing
Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Average
Average
Fighting
Average
Average
Guarding
Average
Average
Herding
Above Average
Above Average
Hunting
Average
Average
Protection
Average
Average
Remove Vermin
Average
Average
Sled Pulling
Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Australian Kelpie
Mcnab
Average Lifespan
12-15 Years
13-15 Years
Health Concerns
Australian Kelpie
Mcnab
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Progressive retinal atrophy
Collie eye anomaly
Osteoarthritis
Cerebellar abiotrophy
Primary lens luxation
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Australian Kelpie
Mcnab
Coat Type
Fur or Hair
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Single
Smooth
Smooth
Coat Texture
Rough
Straight
Straight
Coat Length
Short to Medium
Short
Coat Coloring
Australian Kelpie
Mcnab
Breed Colors
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