Bull Terrier vs Miniature Australian Shepherd

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

Bull Terrier vs Miniature Australian Shepherd
Bull Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Bull Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
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General Details
Bull Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
9-15 Years
13-15 Years
Height
18-21 Inches
13-18 Inches
Weight
45-65 Pounds
30-40 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Above Average
History
Bull Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Origin Country
United Kingdom
United States
Origin Year
1862 AD
1978 AD
Temperament
Bull Terrier
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
Bull Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Traits
Affectionate
Aggressive
Jealous
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Stubborn
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Bull Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
No
Temperature Tolerance
65-80 °F
30-80 °F
Barks/Howls
None
Average
Exercise Needs
Bull Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Energy Level
High
High to Very High
Exercise Required
Medium
High
Top Running Speed
18 MPH
20 MPH
Strength
High to Very High
Medium
Grooming Needs
Bull Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Coat Maintenance
Low
Medium
Shedding
Low
Medium
Dander
Low
Medium
Drool
Low
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Bull Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Bull Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Distracted Easy
Yes
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Bull Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
Below Average
Chasing
Above Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
None
Average
Fighting
Average
None
Guarding
Average
Below Average
Herding
None
Above Average
Hunting
Average
Below Average
Protection
Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Above Average
None
Sled Pulling
None
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Bull Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Average Lifespan
9-15 Years
13-15 Years
Health Concerns
Bull Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Common Health Issues
Luxating patella
Deafness
Lens luxation
Heart problems
Kidney issues
Progressive retinal atrophy
Glaucoma
Pediatric cataracts
Drug sensitivity
Retinal dysplasia
Iris coloboma
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Bull Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Single
Double
Coat Texture
Straight
Wavy
Coat Length
Short
Medium to Long
Coat Coloring
Bull Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Breed Colors
Black and Tan
Black and Tan
Black Brindle, and White
Black Brindle, and White
Black, Tan, and White
Black, Tan, and White
Fawn
Fawn
Fawn and White
Fawn and White
Red
Red
White
White
Black
Black
Blue Merle
Blue Merle
Liver
Liver
Red Merle
Red Merle
White and Black
White and Black
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