Chow Chow vs Miniature Australian Shepherd

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

Chow Chow vs Miniature Australian Shepherd
Chow Chow
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Chow Chow
Miniature Australian Shepherd
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General Details
Chow Chow
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-15 Years
13-15 Years
Height
17-20 Inches
13-18 Inches
Weight
40-75 Pounds
30-40 Pounds
Intelligence
Below Average
Above Average
History
Chow Chow
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Origin Country
China
United States
Origin Year
-150 BC
1978 AD
Temperament
Chow Chow
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Overall Friendliness
Below Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Average
Personality
Chow Chow
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Traits
Affectionate
Stubborn
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Chow Chow
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
No
Temperature Tolerance
20-80 °F
30-80 °F
Barks/Howls
None
Average
Exercise Needs
Chow Chow
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Energy Level
Medium
High to Very High
Exercise Required
Low to Medium
High
Top Running Speed
20 MPH
20 MPH
Strength
High
Medium
Grooming Needs
Chow Chow
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Medium
Shedding
Medium
Medium
Dander
Medium
Medium
Drool
None
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Chow Chow
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
No
No
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Chow Chow
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Chow Chow
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Aggression
Above Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
None
Below Average
Chasing
Below Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
None
Guarding
Average
Below Average
Herding
Average
Above Average
Hunting
Below Average
Below Average
Protection
Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
None
Sled Pulling
Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Chow Chow
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Average Lifespan
12-15 Years
13-15 Years
Health Concerns
Chow Chow
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Ectropion
Progressive retinal atrophy
Glaucoma
Pediatric cataracts
Drug sensitivity
Retinal dysplasia
Iris coloboma
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Chow Chow
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Smooth
Double
Coat Texture
Rough
Straight
Wavy
Coat Length
Medium to Long
Medium to Long
Coat Coloring
Chow Chow
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Blue
Blue
Cinnamon
Cinnamon
Cream
Cream
Red
Red
Black
Black
Blue Merle
Blue Merle
Liver
Liver
Red Merle
Red Merle
White and Black
White and Black
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