Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Mountain Cur

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

Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Mountain Cur
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Mountain Cur
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Mountain Cur
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General Details
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Mountain Cur
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
13-15 Years
14-16 Years
Height
13-18 Inches
16-26 Inches
Weight
30-40 Pounds
30-60 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Mountain Cur
Origin Country
United States
United States
Origin Year
1978 AD
1957 AD
Temperament
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Mountain Cur
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Average
Below Average
Personality
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Mountain Cur
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Mountain Cur
Apartment
Yes
No
Indoor
Yes
No
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
No
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
30-80 °F
35-85 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Above Average
Exercise Needs
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Mountain Cur
Energy Level
High to Very High
High
Exercise Required
High
High to Very High
Top Running Speed
20 MPH
26 MPH
Strength
Medium
High
Grooming Needs
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Mountain Cur
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Low
Shedding
Medium
Medium
Dander
Medium
Medium
Drool
Low
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Mountain Cur
Dominant / Alpha
Yes
Yes
Family / Pack
No
Yes
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Mountain Cur
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Mountain Cur
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Average
Chasing
Below Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Average
None
Fighting
None
Average
Guarding
Below Average
Above Average
Herding
Above Average
None
Hunting
Below Average
Above Average
Protection
Below Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
None
Above Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Mountain Cur
Average Lifespan
13-15 Years
14-16 Years
Health Concerns
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Mountain Cur
Common Health Issues
Progressive retinal atrophy
Glaucoma
Pediatric cataracts
Drug sensitivity
Retinal dysplasia
Iris coloboma
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Mountain Cur
Coat Type
Fur
Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Smooth
Coat Texture
Wavy
Rough
Straight
Coat Length
Medium to Long
Short
Coat Coloring
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Mountain Cur
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Blue Merle
Blue Merle
Liver
Liver
Red Merle
Red Merle
White and Black
White and Black
Black
Black
Blue
Blue
Brindle
Brindle
Red
Red
Yellow
Yellow
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