Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Welsh Sheepdog

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

Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Welsh Sheepdog
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Welsh Sheepdog
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Welsh Sheepdog
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General Details
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Welsh Sheepdog
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
13-15 Years
12-15 Years
Height
13-18 Inches
16-19 Inches
Weight
30-40 Pounds
30-45 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Welsh Sheepdog
Origin Country
United States
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1978 AD
1800 AD
Temperament
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Welsh Sheepdog
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Average
Above Average
Personality
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Welsh Sheepdog
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Stubborn
Living Environment
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Welsh Sheepdog
Apartment
Yes
No
Indoor
Yes
No
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
No
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
30-80 °F
60-85 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Below Average
Exercise Needs
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Welsh Sheepdog
Energy Level
High to Very High
High
Exercise Required
High
High
Top Running Speed
20 MPH
22 MPH
Strength
Medium
Medium
Grooming Needs
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Welsh Sheepdog
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Low
Shedding
Medium
Medium
Dander
Medium
Low
Drool
Low
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Welsh Sheepdog
Dominant / Alpha
Yes
No
Family / Pack
No
No
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Welsh Sheepdog
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Welsh Sheepdog
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Average
Chasing
Below Average
Average
Follow Commands
Average
Average
Fighting
None
Average
Guarding
Below Average
Average
Herding
Above Average
Above Average
Hunting
Below Average
Average
Protection
Below Average
Average
Remove Vermin
None
Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Average
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Welsh Sheepdog
Average Lifespan
13-15 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Welsh Sheepdog
Common Health Issues
Progressive retinal atrophy
Glaucoma
Pediatric cataracts
Drug sensitivity
Retinal dysplasia
Iris coloboma
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Welsh Sheepdog
Coat Type
Fur
Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Wavy
Shaggy
Straight
Wavy
Coat Length
Medium to Long
Short to Medium
Coat Coloring
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Welsh Sheepdog
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Blue Merle
Blue Merle
Liver
Liver
Red Merle
Red Merle
White and Black
White and Black
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