Hawaiian Poi Dog vs Miniature Australian Shepherd

Compare the Hawaiian Poi Dog to the Miniature Australian Shepherd. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Hawaiian Poi Dogs and Miniature Australian Shepherds.

Hawaiian Poi Dog vs Miniature Australian Shepherd
Hawaiian Poi Dog
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Hawaiian Poi Dog
Miniature Australian Shepherd
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General Details
Hawaiian Poi Dog
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
8-10 Years
13-15 Years
Height
13-16 Inches
13-18 Inches
Weight
15-35 Pounds
30-40 Pounds
Intelligence
Below Average
Above Average
History
Hawaiian Poi Dog
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Origin Country
United States
United States
Origin Year
1816 AD
1978 AD
Temperament
Hawaiian Poi Dog
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Overall Friendliness
Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Average
Average
Personality
Hawaiian Poi Dog
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Traits
Snuggle
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Hawaiian Poi Dog
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
No
No
Temperature Tolerance
50-80 °F
30-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Below Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Hawaiian Poi Dog
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Energy Level
Low
High to Very High
Exercise Required
Low
High
Top Running Speed
7 MPH
20 MPH
Strength
Low
Medium
Grooming Needs
Hawaiian Poi Dog
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Coat Maintenance
Low
Medium
Shedding
Low
Medium
Dander
Low
Medium
Drool
None
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Hawaiian Poi Dog
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Hawaiian Poi Dog
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Distracted Easy
Yes
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Hawaiian Poi Dog
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
Below Average
Chasing
Below Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
None
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
Above Average
Hunting
Below Average
Below Average
Protection
Below Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
None
Sled Pulling
None
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Hawaiian Poi Dog
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Average Lifespan
8-10 Years
13-15 Years
Health Concerns
Hawaiian Poi Dog
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Common Health Issues
Obesity
Progressive retinal atrophy
Glaucoma
Pediatric cataracts
Drug sensitivity
Retinal dysplasia
Iris coloboma
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Hawaiian Poi Dog
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Smooth
Double
Coat Texture
Rough
Wavy
Coat Length
Short
Medium to Long
Coat Coloring
Hawaiian Poi Dog
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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