Australian Shepherd vs Miniature Pinscher

Compare the Australian Shepherd to the Miniature Pinscher. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Australian Shepherds and Miniature Pinschers.

Australian Shepherd vs Miniature Pinscher
Australian Shepherd
Miniature Pinscher
Australian Shepherd
Miniature Pinscher
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General Details
Australian Shepherd
Miniature Pinscher
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-15 Years
10-14 Years
Height
18-23 Inches
10-12 Inches
Weight
40-65 Pounds
8-11 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Average
History
Australian Shepherd
Miniature Pinscher
Origin Country
United States
Germany
Origin Year
1840 AD
Unspecified
Temperament
Australian Shepherd
Miniature Pinscher
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Average
Pet Friendly
None
Below Average
Stranger Friendly
Average
Average
Personality
Australian Shepherd
Miniature Pinscher
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Stubborn
Living Environment
Australian Shepherd
Miniature Pinscher
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
Yes
No
Temperature Tolerance
30-80 °F
60-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Australian Shepherd
Miniature Pinscher
Energy Level
High to Very High
High to Very High
Exercise Required
High
Medium
Top Running Speed
25 MPH
16 MPH
Strength
High
Low
Grooming Needs
Australian Shepherd
Miniature Pinscher
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Low
Shedding
Medium
Low
Dander
Medium
Low
Drool
Low
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Australian Shepherd
Miniature Pinscher
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Australian Shepherd
Miniature Pinscher
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Australian Shepherd
Miniature Pinscher
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
None
Chasing
Below Average
Average
Follow Commands
Average
Below Average
Fighting
None
None
Guarding
Below Average
None
Herding
Above Average
Below Average
Hunting
Below Average
None
Protection
Below Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
None
Above Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Australian Shepherd
Miniature Pinscher
Average Lifespan
12-15 Years
10-14 Years
Health Concerns
Australian Shepherd
Miniature Pinscher
Common Health Issues
Cancer
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Allergies
Epilepsy
Hypothyroidism
Elbow dysplasia
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Distichiasis
Deafness
Collie eye anomaly
Persistent pupillary membrane
Drug sensitivity
Collie nose
Retinal detachment
Patellar luxation
Legg-Calve-Perthes disease
Progressive retinal atrophy
Epilepsy
Hypothyroidism
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Australian Shepherd
Miniature Pinscher
Coat Type
Fur
Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Single
Coat Texture
Wavy
Straight
Coat Length
Medium to Long
Short
Coat Coloring
Australian Shepherd
Miniature Pinscher
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Blue Merle
Blue Merle
Red
Red
Red Merle
Red Merle
Black and Rust
Black and Rust
Black and Tan
Black and Tan
Blue and Rust
Blue and Rust
Blue and Tan
Blue and Tan
Chocolate and Rust
Chocolate and Rust
Red
Red
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