Xoloitzcuintle vs Miniature Australian Shepherd

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

Xoloitzcuintle vs Miniature Australian Shepherd
Xoloitzcuintle
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Xoloitzcuintle
Miniature Australian Shepherd
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General Details
Xoloitzcuintle
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
Maybe
No
Lifespan
12-15 Years
13-15 Years
Height
9-30 Inches
13-18 Inches
Weight
5-40 Pounds
30-40 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Above Average
History
Xoloitzcuintle
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Origin Country
Mexico
United States
Origin Year
-1500 BC
1978 AD
Temperament
Xoloitzcuintle
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
Below Average
Average
Personality
Xoloitzcuintle
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Traits
Affectionate
Aggressive
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Xoloitzcuintle
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
No
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
No
No
Temperature Tolerance
60-85 °F
30-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Xoloitzcuintle
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Energy Level
Medium to High
High to Very High
Exercise Required
Medium to High
High
Top Running Speed
24 MPH
20 MPH
Strength
Low to Medium
Medium
Grooming Needs
Xoloitzcuintle
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Coat Maintenance
Low
Medium
Shedding
None to Low
Medium
Dander
None to Low
Medium
Drool
Low
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Xoloitzcuintle
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Dominant / Alpha
Yes
Yes
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Xoloitzcuintle
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Xoloitzcuintle
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
Below Average
Chasing
Above Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Average
Fighting
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
Xoloitzcuintle
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Average Lifespan
12-15 Years
13-15 Years
Health Concerns
Xoloitzcuintle
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Common Health Issues
Dry skin
Skin irritation
Acne
Progressive retinal atrophy
Glaucoma
Pediatric cataracts
Drug sensitivity
Retinal dysplasia
Iris coloboma
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Xoloitzcuintle
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Coat Type
Hair
Fur
Coat Layering
Bald
Single
Smooth
Double
Coat Texture
Rough
Wavy
Coat Length
Hairless
Medium to Long
Coat Coloring
Xoloitzcuintle
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Blue
Blue
Grey
Grey
Red
Red
Black
Black
Blue Merle
Blue Merle
Liver
Liver
Red Merle
Red Merle
White and Black
White and Black
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