Bearded Collie vs Miniature Australian Shepherd

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

Bearded Collie vs Miniature Australian Shepherd
Bearded Collie
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Bearded Collie
Miniature Australian Shepherd
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General Details
Bearded Collie
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-14 Years
13-15 Years
Height
20-22 Inches
13-18 Inches
Weight
40-60 Pounds
30-40 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Bearded Collie
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Origin Country
United Kingdom
United States
Origin Year
1500 AD
1978 AD
Temperament
Bearded Collie
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
Above Average
Average
Personality
Bearded Collie
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Bearded Collie
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
No
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
No
Temperature Tolerance
40-75 °F
30-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Below Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Bearded Collie
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Energy Level
High
High to Very High
Exercise Required
High
High
Top Running Speed
22 MPH
20 MPH
Strength
Medium
Medium
Grooming Needs
Bearded Collie
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Coat Maintenance
High
Medium
Shedding
Medium
Medium
Dander
Low to Medium
Medium
Drool
None to Low
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Bearded Collie
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Bearded Collie
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Bearded Collie
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Aggression
None
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
Above Average
Above Average
Hunting
Below Average
Below Average
Protection
Above Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
None
Sled Pulling
None
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Bearded Collie
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
13-15 Years
Health Concerns
Bearded Collie
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Common Health Issues
Addison's disease
Cancer
Hip dysplasia
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Arthritis
Eye diseases
Progressive retinal atrophy
Glaucoma
Pediatric cataracts
Drug sensitivity
Retinal dysplasia
Iris coloboma
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Bearded Collie
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Coat Type
Hair
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Silky
Straight
Wavy
Coat Length
Long
Medium to Long
Coat Coloring
Bearded Collie
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Breed Colors
Black
Blue
Brown
Fawn
Black
Blue Merle
Liver
Red Merle
White and Black
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