Chihuahua vs Miniature Australian Shepherd

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

Chihuahua vs Miniature Australian Shepherd
Chihuahua
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Chihuahua
Miniature Australian Shepherd
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General Details
Chihuahua
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
15-20 Years
13-15 Years
Height
6-9 Inches
13-18 Inches
Weight
3-6 Pounds
30-40 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Chihuahua
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Origin Country
Mexico
United States
Origin Year
1850 AD
1978 AD
Temperament
Chihuahua
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Average
Personality
Chihuahua
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Traits
Affectionate
Jealous
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Chihuahua
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
No
No
Temperature Tolerance
50-80 °F
30-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Above Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Chihuahua
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Energy Level
High
High to Very High
Exercise Required
Medium
High
Top Running Speed
18 MPH
20 MPH
Strength
Low
Medium
Grooming Needs
Chihuahua
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Coat Maintenance
Low
Medium
Shedding
Medium
Medium
Dander
Low
Medium
Drool
None
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Chihuahua
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Chihuahua
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Chihuahua
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
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
None
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
Chihuahua
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Average Lifespan
15-20 Years
13-15 Years
Health Concerns
Chihuahua
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Common Health Issues
Patellar luxation
Legg-Calve-Perthes disease
Heart murmurs
Open fontanel
Collapsed trachea
Luxating patella
Pulmonic stenosis
Hypoglycemia
Hydrocephalus
Shivering
Brachycephalic Airway Syndrome
Obesity
Dental problems
Respiratory problems
Progressive retinal atrophy
Glaucoma
Pediatric cataracts
Drug sensitivity
Retinal dysplasia
Iris coloboma
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Chihuahua
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Single
Double
Coat Texture
Silky
Straight
Wavy
Coat Length
Short to Long
Medium to Long
Coat Coloring
Chihuahua
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Black and Tan
Black and Tan
Black and White
Black and White
Blue
Blue
Chocolate
Chocolate
Chocolate Brindled Fawn
Chocolate Brindled Fawn
Cream
Cream
Fawn
Fawn
Gold
Gold
Red
Red
Silver
Silver
Silver and White
Silver and White
White
White
Black
Black
Blue Merle
Blue Merle
Liver
Liver
Red Merle
Red Merle
White and Black
White and Black
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