Schipperke vs Miniature Australian Shepherd

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

Schipperke vs Miniature Australian Shepherd
Schipperke
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Schipperke
Miniature Australian Shepherd
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General Details
Schipperke
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-15 Years
13-15 Years
Height
10-13 Inches
13-18 Inches
Weight
11-18 Pounds
30-40 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Schipperke
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Origin Country
Belgium
United States
Origin Year
1880 AD
1978 AD
Temperament
Schipperke
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Overall Friendliness
Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Average
Personality
Schipperke
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Schipperke
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
No
No
Temperature Tolerance
40-75 °F
30-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Schipperke
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Energy Level
High
High to Very High
Exercise Required
High
High
Top Running Speed
16 MPH
20 MPH
Strength
High
Medium
Grooming Needs
Schipperke
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Coat Maintenance
Low to Medium
Medium
Shedding
Low to Medium
Medium
Dander
Low
Medium
Drool
None to Low
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Schipperke
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Schipperke
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Schipperke
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
None
Average
Fighting
Below Average
None
Guarding
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
Above Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Schipperke
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Average Lifespan
12-15 Years
13-15 Years
Health Concerns
Schipperke
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Common Health Issues
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Legg-Calve-Perthes disease
Progressive retinal atrophy
Epilepsy
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy
Glaucoma
Pediatric cataracts
Drug sensitivity
Retinal dysplasia
Iris coloboma
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Schipperke
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Coat Type
Fur or Hair
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Straight
Wooly
Wavy
Coat Length
Medium
Medium to Long
Coat Coloring
Schipperke
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Blue
Blue
Brown
Brown
Chocolate
Chocolate
Cream
Cream
Gold
Gold
Red
Red
White
White
Black
Black
Blue Merle
Blue Merle
Liver
Liver
Red Merle
Red Merle
White and Black
White and Black
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