Chinook vs Miniature Australian Shepherd

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

Chinook vs Miniature Australian Shepherd
Chinook
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Chinook
Miniature Australian Shepherd
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General Details
Chinook
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-15 Years
13-15 Years
Height
22-26 Inches
13-18 Inches
Weight
50-90 Pounds
30-40 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Above Average
History
Chinook
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Origin Country
United States
United States
Origin Year
1917 AD
1978 AD
Temperament
Chinook
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
Below Average
Average
Personality
Chinook
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Traits
Separation Anxiety
Stubborn
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Chinook
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
No
Temperature Tolerance
40-75 °F
30-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Chinook
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Energy Level
Medium
High to Very High
Exercise Required
Medium to High
High
Top Running Speed
22 MPH
20 MPH
Strength
Very High
Medium
Grooming Needs
Chinook
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Medium
Shedding
Medium
Medium
Dander
Medium
Medium
Drool
Low
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Chinook
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Chinook
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Distracted Easy
Yes
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Chinook
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Above Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Above Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
None
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
Above Average
Hunting
Below Average
Below Average
Protection
Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
None
Sled Pulling
Above Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Chinook
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Average Lifespan
12-15 Years
13-15 Years
Health Concerns
Chinook
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Seizures
Skin irritation
Progressive retinal atrophy
Glaucoma
Pediatric cataracts
Drug sensitivity
Retinal dysplasia
Iris coloboma
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Chinook
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Coat Type
Hair
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Straight
Wavy
Coat Length
Short to Medium
Medium to Long
Coat Coloring
Chinook
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Blue Merle
Blue Merle
Liver
Liver
Red Merle
Red Merle
White and Black
White and Black
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