Tibetan Terrier vs Miniature Australian Shepherd

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

Tibetan Terrier vs Miniature Australian Shepherd
Tibetan Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Tibetan Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
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General Details
Tibetan Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
Yes
No
Lifespan
12-15 Years
13-15 Years
Height
14-16 Inches
13-18 Inches
Weight
20-24 Pounds
30-40 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Above Average
History
Tibetan Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Origin Country
China
United States
Origin Year
10 AD
1978 AD
Temperament
Tibetan Terrier
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
Average
Average
Personality
Tibetan Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Tibetan Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
No
No
Temperature Tolerance
40-80 °F
30-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Above Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Tibetan Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Energy Level
High
High to Very High
Exercise Required
Medium to High
High
Top Running Speed
18 MPH
20 MPH
Strength
Medium
Medium
Grooming Needs
Tibetan Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Coat Maintenance
High
Medium
Shedding
Very High
Medium
Dander
Medium
Medium
Drool
Low
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Tibetan Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Tibetan Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Tibetan 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
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
Average
Above Average
Hunting
Average
Below Average
Protection
Below Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Average
None
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Tibetan Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Average Lifespan
12-15 Years
13-15 Years
Health Concerns
Tibetan Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Common Health Issues
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Progressive retinal atrophy
Distichiasis
Lens luxation
Hyperthyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy
Glaucoma
Pediatric cataracts
Drug sensitivity
Retinal dysplasia
Iris coloboma
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Tibetan Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Coat Type
Hair
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Smooth
Double
Coat Texture
Silky
Straight
Wavy
Wavy
Coat Length
Long
Medium to Long
Coat Coloring
Tibetan Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Brown
Brown
Fawn
Fawn
Gold
Gold
Gold and White
Gold and White
Gray
Gray
White
White
White and Black
White and Black
Black
Black
Blue Merle
Blue Merle
Liver
Liver
Red Merle
Red Merle
White and Black
White and Black
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