Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Kleinspitz

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

Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Kleinspitz
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Kleinspitz
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Kleinspitz
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General Details
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Kleinspitz
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
13-15 Years
12-14 Years
Height
13-18 Inches
9-11 Inches
Weight
30-40 Pounds
11-20 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Kleinspitz
Origin Country
United States
Germany
Origin Year
1978 AD
1800 AD
Temperament
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Kleinspitz
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Stranger Friendly
Average
Average
Personality
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Kleinspitz
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Jealous
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Kleinspitz
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
No
No
Temperature Tolerance
30-80 °F
40-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Above Average
Exercise Needs
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Kleinspitz
Energy Level
High to Very High
Medium
Exercise Required
High
Medium
Top Running Speed
20 MPH
16 MPH
Strength
Medium
Low
Grooming Needs
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Kleinspitz
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Medium
Shedding
Medium
Medium
Dander
Medium
Low
Drool
Low
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Kleinspitz
Dominant / Alpha
Yes
No
Family / Pack
No
Yes
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Kleinspitz
Distracted Easy
No
Yes
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Kleinspitz
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Below Average
Average
Follow Commands
Average
Below Average
Fighting
None
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
None
Herding
Above Average
None
Hunting
Below Average
Below Average
Protection
Below Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
None
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Kleinspitz
Average Lifespan
13-15 Years
12-14 Years
Health Concerns
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Kleinspitz
Common Health Issues
Progressive retinal atrophy
Glaucoma
Pediatric cataracts
Drug sensitivity
Retinal dysplasia
Iris coloboma
Patellar luxation
Epilepsy
Dental problems
Eye diseases
Underbite
Overbite
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Kleinspitz
Coat Type
Fur
Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Wavy
Straight
Wooly
Coat Length
Medium to Long
Medium
Coat Coloring
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Kleinspitz
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Blue Merle
Blue Merle
Liver
Liver
Red Merle
Red Merle
White and Black
White and Black
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