Silky Terrier vs Miniature Australian Shepherd

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

Silky Terrier vs Miniature Australian Shepherd
Silky Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Silky Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
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General Details
Silky Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
Yes
No
Lifespan
12-15 Years
13-15 Years
Height
9-10 Inches
13-18 Inches
Weight
8-11 Pounds
30-40 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Above Average
History
Silky Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Origin Country
Australia
United States
Origin Year
1900 AD
1978 AD
Temperament
Silky Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Overall Friendliness
Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Average
Average
Personality
Silky Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Silky Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
No
No
Temperature Tolerance
50-80 °F
30-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Silky Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Energy Level
Low to Medium
High to Very High
Exercise Required
Medium
High
Top Running Speed
12 MPH
20 MPH
Strength
Low
Medium
Grooming Needs
Silky Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Medium
Shedding
None to Low
Medium
Dander
None to Low
Medium
Drool
None
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Silky Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Silky Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Silky Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
None
Guarding
Average
Below Average
Herding
Average
Above Average
Hunting
Below Average
Below Average
Protection
Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Average
None
Sled Pulling
None
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Silky Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Average Lifespan
12-15 Years
13-15 Years
Health Concerns
Silky Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Common Health Issues
Legg-Calve-Perthes disease
Collapsed trachea
Epilepsy
Diabetes
Progressive retinal atrophy
Glaucoma
Pediatric cataracts
Drug sensitivity
Retinal dysplasia
Iris coloboma
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Silky Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Coat Type
Hair
Fur
Coat Layering
Smooth
Double
Coat Texture
Silky
Straight
Wavy
Coat Length
Medium to Long
Medium to Long
Coat Coloring
Silky Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Blue
Blue
Grey
Grey
Silver
Silver
Tan
Tan
White
White
Black
Black
Blue Merle
Blue Merle
Liver
Liver
Red Merle
Red Merle
White and Black
White and Black
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