English Setter vs Miniature Australian Shepherd

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

English Setter vs Miniature Australian Shepherd
English Setter
Miniature Australian Shepherd
English Setter
Miniature Australian Shepherd
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General Details
English Setter
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-12 Years
13-15 Years
Height
23-27 Inches
13-18 Inches
Weight
45-80 Pounds
30-40 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
English Setter
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Origin Country
United Kingdom
United States
Origin Year
1825 AD
1978 AD
Temperament
English Setter
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
Above Average
Average
Personality
English Setter
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Traits
Affectionate
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
English Setter
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
No
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
No
Temperature Tolerance
45-80 °F
30-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Above Average
Average
Exercise Needs
English Setter
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Energy Level
High
High to Very High
Exercise Required
High to Very High
High
Top Running Speed
21 MPH
20 MPH
Strength
Medium
Medium
Grooming Needs
English Setter
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Medium
Shedding
Medium
Medium
Dander
Low
Medium
Drool
Low
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
English Setter
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
English Setter
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Distracted Easy
Yes
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
English Setter
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
None
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
Above Average
Hunting
Above Average
Below Average
Protection
Below Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Above Average
None
Sled Pulling
None
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
English Setter
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
13-15 Years
Health Concerns
English Setter
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Common Health Issues
Cancer
Hip dysplasia
Von willebrand's disease
Progressive retinal atrophy
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Elbow dysplasia
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Heart problems
Eye diseases
Hemophilia A
Lysosomal storage diseases
Progressive retinal atrophy
Glaucoma
Pediatric cataracts
Drug sensitivity
Retinal dysplasia
Iris coloboma
Appearance Comparison
Coat
English Setter
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Smooth
Double
Coat Texture
Silky
Wavy
Coat Length
Medium to Long
Medium to Long
Coat Coloring
English Setter
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Breed Colors
Blue belton
Blue belton
Blue belton and tan
Blue belton and tan
Lemon belton
Lemon belton
Liver belton
Liver belton
Orange belton
Orange belton
White
White
Black
Black
Blue Merle
Blue Merle
Liver
Liver
Red Merle
Red Merle
White and Black
White and Black
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