Mudi vs Miniature Australian Shepherd

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

Mudi vs Miniature Australian Shepherd
Mudi
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Mudi
Miniature Australian Shepherd
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General Details
Mudi
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
13-14 Years
13-15 Years
Height
15-19 Inches
13-18 Inches
Weight
18-29 Pounds
30-40 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Mudi
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Origin Country
Hungary
United States
Origin Year
1936 AD
1978 AD
Temperament
Mudi
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Overall Friendliness
Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Average
Personality
Mudi
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Mudi
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
No
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
No
Temperature Tolerance
40-80 °F
30-80 °F
Barks/Howls
None
Average
Exercise Needs
Mudi
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Energy Level
High
High to Very High
Exercise Required
High
High
Top Running Speed
28 MPH
20 MPH
Strength
Medium
Medium
Grooming Needs
Mudi
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Coat Maintenance
Low
Medium
Shedding
Low to Medium
Medium
Dander
Low
Medium
Drool
None to Low
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Mudi
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Mudi
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Mudi
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Above Average
Below Average
Chasing
Below Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
None
Guarding
Above Average
Below Average
Herding
Above Average
Above Average
Hunting
Below Average
Below Average
Protection
Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
None
Sled Pulling
None
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Mudi
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Average Lifespan
13-14 Years
13-15 Years
Health Concerns
Mudi
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Common Health Issues
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Epilepsy
Elbow dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Glaucoma
Pediatric cataracts
Drug sensitivity
Retinal dysplasia
Iris coloboma
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Mudi
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Coat Type
Hair
Fur
Coat Layering
Curly
Smooth
Double
Coat Texture
Silky
Wavy
Wavy
Coat Length
Medium to Long
Medium to Long
Coat Coloring
Mudi
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Black Merle
Black Merle
Brown
Brown
Brown Merle
Brown Merle
White
White
Yellow
Yellow
Black
Black
Blue Merle
Blue Merle
Liver
Liver
Red Merle
Red Merle
White and Black
White and Black
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