Icelandic Sheepdog vs Miniature Australian Shepherd

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

Icelandic Sheepdog vs Miniature Australian Shepherd
Icelandic Sheepdog
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Icelandic Sheepdog
Miniature Australian Shepherd
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General Details
Icelandic Sheepdog
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-14 Years
13-15 Years
Height
16½-18 Inches
13-18 Inches
Weight
20-30 Pounds
30-40 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Icelandic Sheepdog
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Origin Country
Iceland
United States
Origin Year
870 AD
1978 AD
Temperament
Icelandic Sheepdog
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Overall Friendliness
Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Average
Personality
Icelandic Sheepdog
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Traits
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Icelandic Sheepdog
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Apartment
No
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
Above Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Icelandic Sheepdog
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Energy Level
High
High to Very High
Exercise Required
High
High
Top Running Speed
18 MPH
20 MPH
Strength
Medium to High
Medium
Grooming Needs
Icelandic Sheepdog
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Coat Maintenance
Low to Medium
Medium
Shedding
High
Medium
Dander
High
Medium
Drool
Low
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Icelandic Sheepdog
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Icelandic Sheepdog
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Icelandic Sheepdog
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Above Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
None
Average
Fighting
Average
None
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
Above Average
Above Average
Hunting
Above Average
Below Average
Protection
Below Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Above Average
None
Sled Pulling
Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Icelandic Sheepdog
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
13-15 Years
Health Concerns
Icelandic Sheepdog
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Eye problems
Progressive retinal atrophy
Glaucoma
Pediatric cataracts
Drug sensitivity
Retinal dysplasia
Iris coloboma
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Icelandic Sheepdog
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Straight
Wavy
Coat Length
Medium to Long
Medium to Long
Coat Coloring
Icelandic Sheepdog
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Chocolate
Chocolate
Grey
Grey
Tan
Tan
Black
Black
Blue Merle
Blue Merle
Liver
Liver
Red Merle
Red Merle
White and Black
White and Black
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