Catalan Sheepdog vs Miniature Australian Shepherd

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

Catalan Sheepdog vs Miniature Australian Shepherd
Catalan Sheepdog
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Catalan Sheepdog
Miniature Australian Shepherd
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General Details
Catalan Sheepdog
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-14 Years
13-15 Years
Height
17-19 Inches
13-18 Inches
Weight
40-60 Pounds
30-40 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Catalan Sheepdog
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Origin Country
Spain
United States
Origin Year
Unspecified
1978 AD
Temperament
Catalan Sheepdog
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Overall Friendliness
Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Average
Personality
Catalan Sheepdog
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Snuggle
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Catalan Sheepdog
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
No
Temperature Tolerance
40-80 °F
30-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Below Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Catalan Sheepdog
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Energy Level
High
High to Very High
Exercise Required
Medium to High
High
Top Running Speed
20 MPH
20 MPH
Strength
Medium to High
Medium
Grooming Needs
Catalan Sheepdog
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Medium
Shedding
Medium
Medium
Dander
Medium
Medium
Drool
Low to Medium
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Catalan Sheepdog
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Dominant / Alpha
Yes
Yes
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Catalan Sheepdog
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Catalan Sheepdog
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Below Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
None
Guarding
Average
Below Average
Herding
Above Average
Above Average
Hunting
Average
Below Average
Protection
Below Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Average
None
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Catalan Sheepdog
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Average Lifespan
10-14 Years
13-15 Years
Health Concerns
Catalan Sheepdog
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Progressive retinal atrophy
Epilepsy
Glaucoma
Deafness
Dental problems
Progressive retinal atrophy
Glaucoma
Pediatric cataracts
Drug sensitivity
Retinal dysplasia
Iris coloboma
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Catalan Sheepdog
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Curly
Double
Coat Texture
Shaggy
Wavy
Coat Length
Medium to Long
Medium to Long
Coat Coloring
Catalan Sheepdog
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Breed Colors
Fawn
Fawn
Black
Black
Blue Merle
Blue Merle
Liver
Liver
Red Merle
Red Merle
White and Black
White and Black
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