Irish Wolfhound vs Miniature Australian Shepherd

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

Irish Wolfhound vs Miniature Australian Shepherd
Irish Wolfhound
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Irish Wolfhound
Miniature Australian Shepherd
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General Details
Irish Wolfhound
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
6-8 Years
13-15 Years
Height
32-35 Inches
13-18 Inches
Weight
90-180 Pounds
30-40 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Above Average
History
Irish Wolfhound
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Origin Country
Unspecified
United States
Origin Year
-700 BC
1978 AD
Temperament
Irish Wolfhound
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
Irish Wolfhound
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Irish Wolfhound
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
No
Temperature Tolerance
20-75 °F
30-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Irish Wolfhound
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Energy Level
Medium
High to Very High
Exercise Required
Medium
High
Top Running Speed
35 MPH
20 MPH
Strength
Very High
Medium
Grooming Needs
Irish Wolfhound
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Medium
Shedding
Medium
Medium
Dander
Medium
Medium
Drool
Medium to High
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Irish Wolfhound
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Irish Wolfhound
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Irish Wolfhound
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
None
Below Average
Chasing
Above Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
None
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
Above Average
Hunting
Average
Below Average
Protection
Below Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
None
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Irish Wolfhound
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Average Lifespan
6-8 Years
13-15 Years
Health Concerns
Irish Wolfhound
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Elbow dysplasia
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Osteosarcoma
Drug sensitivity
Dilated cardiomyopathy
Liver shunt
Fibrocartilaginous embolic myelopathy
Progressive retinal atrophy
Glaucoma
Pediatric cataracts
Drug sensitivity
Retinal dysplasia
Iris coloboma
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Irish Wolfhound
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Shaggy
Wavy
Coat Length
Medium
Medium to Long
Coat Coloring
Irish Wolfhound
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Blue
Blue
Brindle
Brindle
Cream
Cream
Gray
Gray
Gray and Brindle
Gray and Brindle
Red
Red
Red and Brindle
Red and Brindle
Silver
Silver
Wheaten
Wheaten
White
White
Black
Black
Blue Merle
Blue Merle
Liver
Liver
Red Merle
Red Merle
White and Black
White and Black
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