Australian Kelpie vs Australian Shepherd
Compare Australian Kelpie and Australian Shepherd: size, life expectancy, temperament and care side by side.
Australian Kelpie
VS
Australian Shepherd
Comparison Table
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Characteristic
Australian Kelpie
Australian Shepherd
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
FCI Group
1 – Sheepdogs and Cattle Dogs
1 – Sheepdogs and Cattle Dogs
Height
43 – 51 cm
46 – 58 cm
Weight
14 – 20 kg
14 – 29 kg
Life Expectancy
11 – 15 years
13 – 16 years
Child-Friendly
5/5
3/5
Energy Level
3/5
3/5
Intelligence
5/5
3/5
Trainability
5/5
4/5
Health
4/5
4/5
Grooming Needs
3/5
4/5
Shedding
3/5
3/5
Barking Level
4/5
4/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
3/5
The 1–5 scale shows the level of each trait. A higher value means more of that trait. Individual animals may vary.
Characteristics
Australian Kelpie
Great with Kids
Very Smart
Easy to Train
Medium
Australian Shepherd
Easy to Train
Medium
Summary
About Australian Kelpie
The Australian Kelpie is a medium, athletic herding dog, bred for stamina and focus. Intelligent and quick to learn, it needs extensive daily exercise and mental work. Affectionate yet independent, it excels in herding and dog sports, stays generally healthy, and suits active, committed homes.
About Australian Shepherd
The Australian Shepherd is a medium, athletic herding dog, highly intelligent and energetic. Loyal and people oriented, it bonds closely and needs substantial daily exercise, training, and mental work. Its striking, weather resistant coat and varied eye colors add to its appeal.
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