Australian Kelpie vs Miniature Poodle

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

Australian Kelpie

Miniature Poodle

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General Details

Australian Kelpie

Miniature Poodle

Breed Type

Purebred

Allergy Friendly

Yes

Lifespan

12-15 Years

14-15 Years

Height

18-22 Inches

10-15 Inches

Weight

30-60 Pounds

12-18 Pounds

Intelligence

Above Average

History

Australian Kelpie

Miniature Poodle

Origin Country

Australia

United Kingdom

Origin Year

1900 AD

1700 AD

Temperament

Australian Kelpie

Miniature Poodle

Overall Friendliness

Average

Above Average

Family Friendly

Above Average

Child Friendly

Below Average

Above Average

Pet Friendly

Average

Above Average

Stranger Friendly

Below Average

Above Average

Personality

Australian Kelpie

Miniature Poodle

Traits

Affectionate

Loving

Willing to Please

Affectionate

Loving

Willing to Please

Living Environment

Australian Kelpie

Miniature Poodle

Apartment

Yes

Indoor

Yes

Small Yard

Yes

Medium Yard

Yes

Large Yard

Yes

Temperature Tolerance

30-80 °F

35-80 °F

Barks/Howls

Average

Exercise Needs

Australian Kelpie

Miniature Poodle

Energy Level

Very High

High

Exercise Required

Very High

Medium to High

Top Running Speed

24 MPH

18 MPH

Strength

High

Low to Medium

Grooming Needs

Australian Kelpie

Miniature Poodle

Coat Maintenance

Medium

High

Shedding

Medium

None

Dander

Medium

None

Drool

Low

None

Instincts and Behavior

Breed Mentality

Australian Kelpie

Miniature Poodle

Dominant / Alpha

Family / Pack

Yes

Independent

Yes

Breed Focus

Australian Kelpie

Miniature Poodle

Distracted Easy

Yes

Focused & Patient

Yes

Breed Instincts

Australian Kelpie

Miniature Poodle

Aggression

Below Average

None

Burrow / Digging

Average

None

Chasing

Average

Below Average

Follow Commands

Average

Fighting

Average

Below Average

Guarding

Average

None

Herding

Above Average

Below Average

Hunting

Average

Protection

Average

None

Remove Vermin

Average

None

Sled Pulling

Average

None

Watch / Guardian

Above Average

Average

Health Comparison

Lifespan

Australian Kelpie

Miniature Poodle

Average Lifespan

12-15 Years

14-15 Years

Health Concerns

Australian Kelpie

Miniature Poodle

Common Health Issues

Hip dysplasia

Patellar luxation

Progressive retinal atrophy

Collie eye anomaly

Osteoarthritis

Cerebellar abiotrophy

Addison's disease

Bloat

Hip dysplasia

Epilepsy

Appearance Comparison

Coat

Australian Kelpie

Miniature Poodle

Coat Type

Fur or Hair

Hair

Coat Layering

Double

Single

Smooth

Single

Coat Texture

Rough

Straight

Rough

Wavy

Coat Length

Short to Medium

Long

Coat Coloring

Australian Kelpie

Miniature Poodle

Breed Colors