Lurcher vs Miniature Australian Shepherd

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

Lurcher vs Miniature Australian Shepherd
Lurcher
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Lurcher
Miniature Australian Shepherd
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General Details
Lurcher
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
8-15 Years
13-15 Years
Height
22-28 Inches
13-18 Inches
Weight
55-55 Pounds
30-40 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Above Average
History
Lurcher
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Origin Country
Ireland
United States
Origin Year
1400 AD
1978 AD
Temperament
Lurcher
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Average
Personality
Lurcher
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Lurcher
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
No
Temperature Tolerance
45-80 °F
30-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Below Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Lurcher
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Energy Level
Medium
High to Very High
Exercise Required
Medium to High
High
Top Running Speed
38 MPH
20 MPH
Strength
Medium
Medium
Grooming Needs
Lurcher
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Medium
Shedding
Low
Medium
Dander
Low
Medium
Drool
Low
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Lurcher
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Lurcher
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Lurcher
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Above Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
None
Average
Fighting
Below Average
None
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
Average
Above Average
Hunting
Above Average
Below Average
Protection
Below Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Above Average
None
Sled Pulling
None
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Lurcher
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Average Lifespan
8-15 Years
13-15 Years
Health Concerns
Lurcher
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Progressive retinal atrophy
Glaucoma
Pediatric cataracts
Drug sensitivity
Retinal dysplasia
Iris coloboma
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Lurcher
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Coat Type
Hair
Fur
Coat Layering
Single
Smooth
Wire
Double
Coat Texture
Rough
Scruffy
Shaggy
Straight
Wavy
Wavy
Coat Length
Short to Medium
Medium to Long
Coat Coloring
Lurcher
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Blonde
Blonde
Blue
Blue
Brindle
Brindle
Fawn
Fawn
Golden
Golden
Grey
Grey
Tan
Tan
White
White
Black
Black
Blue Merle
Blue Merle
Liver
Liver
Red Merle
Red Merle
White and Black
White and Black
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