Samoyed vs Miniature Australian Shepherd

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

Samoyed vs Miniature Australian Shepherd
Samoyed
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Samoyed
Miniature Australian Shepherd
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General Details
Samoyed
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
Yes
No
Lifespan
10-12 Years
13-15 Years
Height
19-23½ Inches
13-18 Inches
Weight
35-65 Pounds
30-40 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Samoyed
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Origin Country
Russia
United States
Origin Year
1890 AD
1978 AD
Temperament
Samoyed
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
Above Average
Average
Personality
Samoyed
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Samoyed
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
No
Temperature Tolerance
-30-70 °F
30-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Samoyed
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Energy Level
Medium
High to Very High
Exercise Required
Medium
High
Top Running Speed
20 MPH
20 MPH
Strength
Medium
Medium
Grooming Needs
Samoyed
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Coat Maintenance
Low
Medium
Shedding
Medium
Medium
Dander
Medium
Medium
Drool
None to Low
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Samoyed
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
No
No
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Samoyed
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Samoyed
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
None
Guarding
Above Average
Below Average
Herding
Average
Above Average
Hunting
Below Average
Below Average
Protection
Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
None
Sled Pulling
Above Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Samoyed
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
13-15 Years
Health Concerns
Samoyed
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Pulmonic stenosis
Diabetes
Progressive retinal atrophy
Glaucoma
Pediatric cataracts
Drug sensitivity
Retinal dysplasia
Iris coloboma
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Samoyed
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Coat Type
Hair
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Straight
Wavy
Coat Length
Medium
Medium to Long
Coat Coloring
Samoyed
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Breed Colors
Biscuit
Cream
White
White and Biscuit
Black
Blue Merle
Liver
Red Merle
White and Black
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