Doberman Pinscher vs Australian Kelpie

Compare the Doberman Pinscher to the Australian Kelpie. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Doberman Pinschers and Australian Kelpies.

Doberman Pinscher vs Australian Kelpie
Doberman Pinscher
Australian Kelpie
Doberman Pinscher
Australian Kelpie
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General Details
Doberman Pinscher
Australian Kelpie
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-12 Years
12-15 Years
Height
24-28 Inches
18-22 Inches
Weight
65-99 Pounds
30-60 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Doberman Pinscher
Australian Kelpie
Origin Country
Germany
Australia
Origin Year
1890 AD
1900 AD
Temperament
Doberman Pinscher
Australian Kelpie
Overall Friendliness
Average
Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Average
Below Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Average
Below Average
Personality
Doberman Pinscher
Australian Kelpie
Traits
Needy
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Doberman Pinscher
Australian Kelpie
Apartment
Yes
No
Indoor
Yes
No
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
No
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
50-75 °F
30-80 °F
Barks/Howls
None
Average
Exercise Needs
Doberman Pinscher
Australian Kelpie
Energy Level
High
Very High
Exercise Required
Medium to High
Very High
Top Running Speed
30 MPH
24 MPH
Strength
High
High
Grooming Needs
Doberman Pinscher
Australian Kelpie
Coat Maintenance
Low
Medium
Shedding
Low
Medium
Dander
Low
Medium
Drool
Low
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Doberman Pinscher
Australian Kelpie
Dominant / Alpha
Yes
No
Family / Pack
No
Yes
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
Doberman Pinscher
Australian Kelpie
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Doberman Pinscher
Australian Kelpie
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Average
Chasing
Average
Average
Follow Commands
Average
Average
Fighting
Average
Average
Guarding
Above Average
Average
Herding
Below Average
Above Average
Hunting
Below Average
Average
Protection
Above Average
Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Doberman Pinscher
Australian Kelpie
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
Doberman Pinscher
Australian Kelpie
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Von willebrand's disease
Progressive retinal atrophy
Wobbler Syndrome
Cardiomyopathy
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Progressive retinal atrophy
Collie eye anomaly
Osteoarthritis
Cerebellar abiotrophy
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Doberman Pinscher
Australian Kelpie
Coat Type
Fur
Fur or Hair
Coat Layering
Smooth
Double
Single
Smooth
Coat Texture
Straight
Rough
Straight
Coat Length
Short
Short to Medium
Coat Coloring
Doberman Pinscher
Australian Kelpie
Breed Colors
Black and Rust
Black and Rust
Blue and Rust
Blue and Rust
Isabella and Rust
Isabella and Rust
Red and Rust
Red and Rust
White
White
Black
Black
Black and Tan
Black and Tan
Blue
Blue
Chocolate
Chocolate
Fawn
Fawn
Red
Red
Red and tan
Red and tan
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