Australian Terrier vs Miniature Australian Shepherd

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

Australian Terrier vs Miniature Australian Shepherd
Australian Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Australian Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
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General Details
Australian Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
Yes
No
Lifespan
11-14 Years
13-15 Years
Height
9-11 Inches
13-18 Inches
Weight
12-16 Pounds
30-40 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Australian Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Origin Country
Australia
United States
Origin Year
1820 AD
1978 AD
Temperament
Australian Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Overall Friendliness
Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Average
Average
Personality
Australian Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Australian Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
No
Temperature Tolerance
50-80 °F
30-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Above Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Australian Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Energy Level
Very High
High to Very High
Exercise Required
High to Very High
High
Top Running Speed
20 MPH
20 MPH
Strength
Low
Medium
Grooming Needs
Australian Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Coat Maintenance
Low
Medium
Shedding
Low
Medium
Dander
Low
Medium
Drool
None
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Australian Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Australian Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Distracted Easy
Yes
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Australian Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
None
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
Above Average
Hunting
Average
Below Average
Protection
Below Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Above Average
None
Sled Pulling
None
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Australian Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Average Lifespan
11-14 Years
13-15 Years
Health Concerns
Australian Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Common Health Issues
Patellar luxation
Legg-Calve-Perthes disease
Allergies
Diabetes
Progressive retinal atrophy
Glaucoma
Pediatric cataracts
Drug sensitivity
Retinal dysplasia
Iris coloboma
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Australian Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Rough
Wavy
Coat Length
Medium
Medium to Long
Coat Coloring
Australian Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Black and Red
Black and Red
Blue and Tan
Blue and Tan
Red
Red
Sandy
Sandy
Black
Black
Blue Merle
Blue Merle
Liver
Liver
Red Merle
Red Merle
White and Black
White and Black
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