Welsh Terrier vs Miniature Australian Shepherd

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

Welsh Terrier vs Miniature Australian Shepherd
Welsh Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Welsh Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
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General Details
Welsh Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
Yes
No
Lifespan
12-14 Years
13-15 Years
Height
14-15 Inches
13-18 Inches
Weight
20-21 Pounds
30-40 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Welsh Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Origin Country
United Kingdom
United States
Origin Year
1881 AD
1978 AD
Temperament
Welsh 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
Above Average
Average
Personality
Welsh Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Traits
Affectionate
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Welsh Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
No
Temperature Tolerance
40-80 °F
30-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Below Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Welsh Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Energy Level
High
High to Very High
Exercise Required
Medium
High
Top Running Speed
24 MPH
20 MPH
Strength
Medium
Medium
Grooming Needs
Welsh Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Coat Maintenance
High
Medium
Shedding
Low
Medium
Dander
Low
Medium
Drool
None
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Welsh Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Welsh Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Welsh 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
Above Average
Below Average
Protection
Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Average
None
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Welsh Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
13-15 Years
Health Concerns
Welsh Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Common Health Issues
Skin irritation
Progressive retinal atrophy
Glaucoma
Pediatric cataracts
Drug sensitivity
Retinal dysplasia
Iris coloboma
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Welsh Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Coat Type
Hair
Fur
Coat Layering
Curly
Wire
Double
Coat Texture
Wavy
Wavy
Coat Length
Medium
Medium to Long
Coat Coloring
Welsh Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Breed Colors
Black and Tan
Black and Tan
Grizzle and Tan
Grizzle and Tan
Black
Black
Blue Merle
Blue Merle
Liver
Liver
Red Merle
Red Merle
White and Black
White and Black
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