Miniature Schnauzer vs Australian Kelpie

Compare the Miniature Schnauzer to the Australian Kelpie. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Miniature Schnauzers and Australian Kelpies.

Miniature Schnauzer vs Australian Kelpie
Miniature Schnauzer
Australian Kelpie
Miniature Schnauzer
Australian Kelpie
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General Details
Miniature Schnauzer
Australian Kelpie
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
Yes
No
Lifespan
12-14 Years
12-15 Years
Height
12-14 Inches
18-22 Inches
Weight
11-20 Pounds
30-60 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Miniature Schnauzer
Australian Kelpie
Origin Country
Germany
Australia
Origin Year
1888 AD
1900 AD
Temperament
Miniature Schnauzer
Australian Kelpie
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Average
Below Average
Pet Friendly
Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Average
Below Average
Personality
Miniature Schnauzer
Australian Kelpie
Traits
Affectionate
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Miniature Schnauzer
Australian Kelpie
Apartment
Yes
No
Indoor
Yes
No
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
30-80 °F
30-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Above Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Miniature Schnauzer
Australian Kelpie
Energy Level
Medium
Very High
Exercise Required
Medium
Very High
Top Running Speed
17 MPH
24 MPH
Strength
Low to Medium
High
Grooming Needs
Miniature Schnauzer
Australian Kelpie
Coat Maintenance
High
Medium
Shedding
Low
Medium
Dander
Low
Medium
Drool
None to Low
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Miniature Schnauzer
Australian Kelpie
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
No
Yes
Independent
Yes
Yes
Breed Focus
Miniature Schnauzer
Australian Kelpie
Distracted Easy
Yes
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Miniature Schnauzer
Australian Kelpie
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Average
Chasing
Above Average
Average
Follow Commands
Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Average
Guarding
Below Average
Average
Herding
Below Average
Above Average
Hunting
Average
Average
Protection
Below Average
Average
Remove Vermin
Above Average
Average
Sled Pulling
None
Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Miniature Schnauzer
Australian Kelpie
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
Miniature Schnauzer
Australian Kelpie
Common Health Issues
Cataracts
Progressive retinal atrophy
MAC Lung Disease
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Progressive retinal atrophy
Collie eye anomaly
Osteoarthritis
Cerebellar abiotrophy
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Miniature Schnauzer
Australian Kelpie
Coat Type
Hair
Fur or Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Single
Smooth
Coat Texture
Rough
Rough
Straight
Coat Length
Short to Medium
Short to Medium
Coat Coloring
Miniature Schnauzer
Australian Kelpie
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Black and Silver
Black and Silver
Liver
Liver
Black
Black
Black and Tan
Black and Tan
Blue
Blue
Chocolate
Chocolate
Fawn
Fawn
Red
Red
Red and tan
Red and tan
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