Thai Ridgeback vs Miniature Australian Shepherd

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

Thai Ridgeback vs Miniature Australian Shepherd
Thai Ridgeback
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Thai Ridgeback
Miniature Australian Shepherd
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General Details
Thai Ridgeback
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-16 Years
13-15 Years
Height
20-24 Inches
13-18 Inches
Weight
35-60 Pounds
30-40 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Thai Ridgeback
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Origin Country
Thailand
United States
Origin Year
1650 AD
1978 AD
Temperament
Thai Ridgeback
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Overall Friendliness
Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Average
Average
Personality
Thai Ridgeback
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Traits
Loving
Needy
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Thai Ridgeback
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
No
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
No
Temperature Tolerance
40-80 °F
30-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Below Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Thai Ridgeback
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Energy Level
Medium to High
High to Very High
Exercise Required
Medium
High
Top Running Speed
28 MPH
20 MPH
Strength
High
Medium
Grooming Needs
Thai Ridgeback
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Medium
Shedding
Medium
Medium
Dander
Medium
Medium
Drool
None
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Thai Ridgeback
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Thai Ridgeback
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Thai Ridgeback
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Average
Average
Fighting
Average
None
Guarding
Above Average
Below Average
Herding
Average
Above Average
Hunting
Average
Below Average
Protection
Above Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Average
None
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Thai Ridgeback
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Average Lifespan
12-16 Years
13-15 Years
Health Concerns
Thai Ridgeback
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Common Health Issues
Progressive retinal atrophy
Glaucoma
Pediatric cataracts
Drug sensitivity
Retinal dysplasia
Iris coloboma
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Thai Ridgeback
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Smooth
Double
Coat Texture
Rough
Straight
Wavy
Coat Length
Short
Medium to Long
Coat Coloring
Thai Ridgeback
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Blue
Blue
Brindle
Brindle
Fawn
Fawn
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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