Swedish Vallhund vs Miniature Australian Shepherd

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

Swedish Vallhund vs Miniature Australian Shepherd
Swedish Vallhund
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Swedish Vallhund
Miniature Australian Shepherd
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General Details
Swedish Vallhund
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-15 Years
13-15 Years
Height
12-16 Inches
13-18 Inches
Weight
25-35 Pounds
30-40 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Above Average
History
Swedish Vallhund
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Origin Country
Sweden
United States
Origin Year
800 AD
1978 AD
Temperament
Swedish Vallhund
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
Swedish Vallhund
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Snuggle
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Swedish Vallhund
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
No
Temperature Tolerance
30-70 °F
30-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Swedish Vallhund
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Energy Level
Medium to High
High to Very High
Exercise Required
Medium
High
Top Running Speed
24 MPH
20 MPH
Strength
Medium
Medium
Grooming Needs
Swedish Vallhund
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Coat Maintenance
Low to Medium
Medium
Shedding
Low to Medium
Medium
Dander
Low to Medium
Medium
Drool
None to Low
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Swedish Vallhund
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Dominant / Alpha
Yes
Yes
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Swedish Vallhund
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Swedish Vallhund
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
Below Average
Chasing
Above Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Average
Average
Fighting
Average
None
Guarding
Above Average
Below Average
Herding
Above Average
Above Average
Hunting
Average
Below Average
Protection
Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Average
None
Sled Pulling
None
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Swedish Vallhund
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Average Lifespan
12-15 Years
13-15 Years
Health Concerns
Swedish Vallhund
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Skin allergies
Retinal dysplasia
Heart problems
Spina bifida
Progressive retinal atrophy
Glaucoma
Pediatric cataracts
Drug sensitivity
Retinal dysplasia
Iris coloboma
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Swedish Vallhund
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Smooth
Double
Coat Texture
Rough
Straight
Wavy
Coat Length
Short
Medium to Long
Coat Coloring
Swedish Vallhund
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Blue Merle
Blue Merle
Liver
Liver
Red Merle
Red Merle
White and Black
White and Black
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