Rat Terrier vs Miniature Australian Shepherd

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

Rat Terrier vs Miniature Australian Shepherd
Rat Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Rat Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
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General Details
Rat Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-18 Years
13-15 Years
Height
10-18 Inches
13-18 Inches
Weight
10-24 Pounds
30-40 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Rat Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Origin Country
United States
United States
Origin Year
1800 AD
1978 AD
Temperament
Rat Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Average
Personality
Rat Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Rat Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
No
No
Temperature Tolerance
45-80 °F
30-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Below Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Rat Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Energy Level
Medium
High to Very High
Exercise Required
Medium
High
Top Running Speed
27 MPH
20 MPH
Strength
Low to Medium
Medium
Grooming Needs
Rat Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Coat Maintenance
Low to Medium
Medium
Shedding
Medium
Medium
Dander
Medium
Medium
Drool
None
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Rat Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Rat Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Rat Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
Below Average
Chasing
Above Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Above Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
None
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
None
Above Average
Hunting
Above Average
Below Average
Protection
Below Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Above Average
None
Sled Pulling
None
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Rat Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Average Lifespan
12-18 Years
13-15 Years
Health Concerns
Rat Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Legg-Calve-Perthes disease
Heart problems
Eye problems
Progressive retinal atrophy
Glaucoma
Pediatric cataracts
Drug sensitivity
Retinal dysplasia
Iris coloboma
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Rat Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Single
Double
Coat Texture
Straight
Wavy
Coat Length
Short
Medium to Long
Coat Coloring
Rat Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Breed Colors
Black and White
Black and White
Black, Tan, and White
Black, Tan, and White
Blue, White, and Tan
Blue, White, and Tan
White
White
White and Apricot
White and Apricot
White and Black
White and Black
White and Blue
White and Blue
White and Chocolate
White and Chocolate
White and Fawn
White and Fawn
White and Lemon
White and Lemon
White and Red
White and Red
White and Silver
White and Silver
White and Tan
White and Tan
White, Black, and Tan
White, Black, and Tan
White, Blue, and Fawn
White, Blue, and Fawn
White, Chocolate, and Tan
White, Chocolate, and Tan
Black
Black
Blue Merle
Blue Merle
Liver
Liver
Red Merle
Red Merle
White and Black
White and Black
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