Barbet vs Miniature Australian Shepherd

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

Barbet vs Miniature Australian Shepherd
Barbet
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Barbet
Miniature Australian Shepherd
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General Details
Barbet
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
Yes
No
Lifespan
13-15 Years
13-15 Years
Height
20-25 Inches
13-18 Inches
Weight
37-62 Pounds
30-40 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Barbet
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Origin Country
France
United States
Origin Year
1750 AD
1978 AD
Temperament
Barbet
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Average
Average
Personality
Barbet
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Barbet
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
No
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
No
Temperature Tolerance
30-80 °F
30-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Barbet
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Energy Level
High
High to Very High
Exercise Required
High
High
Top Running Speed
24 MPH
20 MPH
Strength
Medium
Medium
Grooming Needs
Barbet
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Coat Maintenance
Medium to High
Medium
Shedding
None
Medium
Dander
None to Low
Medium
Drool
None
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Barbet
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Barbet
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Barbet
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Above Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
None
Guarding
Average
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
Above Average
Hunting
Above Average
Below Average
Protection
Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
None
Sled Pulling
None
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Barbet
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Average Lifespan
13-15 Years
13-15 Years
Health Concerns
Barbet
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Common Health Issues
Entropion
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Ear infections
Epilepsy
Elbow dysplasia
Hernia
Underbite
Overbite
Progressive retinal atrophy
Glaucoma
Pediatric cataracts
Drug sensitivity
Retinal dysplasia
Iris coloboma
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Barbet
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Coat Type
Hair
Fur
Coat Layering
Corded
Curly
Double
Coat Texture
Wavy
Wooly
Wavy
Coat Length
Medium to Long
Medium to Long
Coat Coloring
Barbet
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Breed Colors
Black
Brown
Fawn
Grey
White
Black
Blue Merle
Liver
Red Merle
White and Black
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