Portuguese Water Dog vs Miniature Australian Shepherd

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

Portuguese Water Dog vs Miniature Australian Shepherd
Portuguese Water Dog
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Portuguese Water Dog
Miniature Australian Shepherd
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General Details
Portuguese Water Dog
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
Yes
No
Lifespan
10-14 Years
13-15 Years
Height
17-22 Inches
13-18 Inches
Weight
35-60 Pounds
30-40 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Portuguese Water Dog
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Origin Country
Portugal
United States
Origin Year
1297 AD
1978 AD
Temperament
Portuguese Water Dog
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Average
Average
Personality
Portuguese Water Dog
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Traits
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Portuguese Water Dog
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
No
Temperature Tolerance
40-80 °F
30-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Portuguese Water Dog
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Energy Level
High to Very High
High to Very High
Exercise Required
High to Very High
High
Top Running Speed
22 MPH
20 MPH
Strength
High
Medium
Grooming Needs
Portuguese Water Dog
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Coat Maintenance
Medium to High
Medium
Shedding
None
Medium
Dander
None to Low
Medium
Drool
None
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Portuguese Water Dog
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Portuguese Water Dog
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Portuguese Water Dog
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Below Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
None
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
None
Above Average
Hunting
Below Average
Below Average
Protection
Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
None
None
Sled Pulling
None
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Portuguese Water Dog
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Average Lifespan
10-14 Years
13-15 Years
Health Concerns
Portuguese Water Dog
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Common Health Issues
Addison's disease
Entropion
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Ectropion
Dilated cardiomyopathy
Irritable bowel syndrome
Gangliosidosis
Hair Loss
Progressive retinal atrophy
Glaucoma
Pediatric cataracts
Drug sensitivity
Retinal dysplasia
Iris coloboma
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Portuguese Water Dog
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Coat Type
Hair
Fur
Coat Layering
Curly
Single
Double
Coat Texture
Wavy
Wavy
Coat Length
Medium
Medium to Long
Coat Coloring
Portuguese Water Dog
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Breed Colors
Black
Black and White
Brown
Brown and White
White
Black
Blue Merle
Liver
Red Merle
White and Black
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