Leonberger vs Miniature Australian Shepherd

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

Leonberger vs Miniature Australian Shepherd
Leonberger
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Leonberger
Miniature Australian Shepherd
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General Details
Leonberger
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
8-10 Years
13-15 Years
Height
25½-31½ Inches
13-18 Inches
Weight
100-170 Pounds
30-40 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Leonberger
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Origin Country
Germany
United States
Origin Year
1849 AD
1978 AD
Temperament
Leonberger
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Average
Personality
Leonberger
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Leonberger
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
Leonberger
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Energy Level
Medium
High to Very High
Exercise Required
High
High
Top Running Speed
16 MPH
20 MPH
Strength
Very High
Medium
Grooming Needs
Leonberger
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Coat Maintenance
Medium to High
Medium
Shedding
Medium
Medium
Dander
Medium
Medium
Drool
Low
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Leonberger
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Leonberger
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Leonberger
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Below Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
None
Guarding
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
Below Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Leonberger
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Average Lifespan
8-10 Years
13-15 Years
Health Concerns
Leonberger
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Common Health Issues
Addison's disease
Bloat
Cancer
Entropion
Hip dysplasia
Elbow dysplasia
Panosteitis
Ectropion
Hereditary neuropathy
Progressive retinal atrophy
Glaucoma
Pediatric cataracts
Drug sensitivity
Retinal dysplasia
Iris coloboma
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Leonberger
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Straight
Wavy
Coat Length
Medium
Medium to Long
Coat Coloring
Leonberger
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Breed Colors
Lion Yellow
Lion Yellow
Reddish Brown
Reddish Brown
Sandy
Sandy
Black
Black
Blue Merle
Blue Merle
Liver
Liver
Red Merle
Red Merle
White and Black
White and Black
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