Japanese Chin vs Miniature Australian Shepherd

Compare the Japanese Chin to the Miniature Australian Shepherd. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Japanese Chins and Miniature Australian Shepherds.

Japanese Chin vs Miniature Australian Shepherd
Japanese Chin
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Japanese Chin
Miniature Australian Shepherd
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General Details
Japanese Chin
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-12 Years
13-15 Years
Height
8-11 Inches
13-18 Inches
Weight
4-9 Pounds
30-40 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Above Average
History
Japanese Chin
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Origin Country
China
United States
Origin Year
700 AD
1978 AD
Temperament
Japanese Chin
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Overall Friendliness
Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Average
Personality
Japanese Chin
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Japanese Chin
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
No
No
Temperature Tolerance
55-80 °F
30-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Below Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Japanese Chin
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Energy Level
Medium
High to Very High
Exercise Required
Low to Medium
High
Top Running Speed
12 MPH
20 MPH
Strength
Low
Medium
Grooming Needs
Japanese Chin
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Coat Maintenance
Low
Medium
Shedding
Low to Medium
Medium
Dander
Low
Medium
Drool
None
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Japanese Chin
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Japanese Chin
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Japanese Chin
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
None
Below Average
Chasing
None
Below Average
Follow Commands
None
Average
Fighting
None
None
Guarding
None
Below Average
Herding
None
Above Average
Hunting
None
Below Average
Protection
None
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
None
Sled Pulling
None
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Japanese Chin
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
13-15 Years
Health Concerns
Japanese Chin
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Common Health Issues
Entropion
Cataracts
Patellar luxation
Heart murmurs
Epilepsy
Hypothyroidism
Heart problems
Eye problems
Progressive retinal atrophy
Glaucoma
Pediatric cataracts
Drug sensitivity
Retinal dysplasia
Iris coloboma
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Japanese Chin
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Silky
Straight
Wavy
Coat Length
Medium to Long
Medium to Long
Coat Coloring
Japanese Chin
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Breed Colors
Black and White
Black and White
Black, White, and Tan
Black, White, and Tan
Lemon and White
Lemon and White
Red and White
Red and White
Black
Black
Blue Merle
Blue Merle
Liver
Liver
Red Merle
Red Merle
White and Black
White and Black
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