Australian Kelpie vs Bearded Collie
Compare Australian Kelpie and Bearded Collie: size, life expectancy, temperament and care side by side.
Australian Kelpie
VS
Bearded Collie
Comparison Table
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Characteristic
Australian Kelpie
Bearded Collie
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
FCI Group
1 – Sheepdogs and Cattle Dogs
1 – Sheepdogs and Cattle Dogs
Height
43 – 51 cm
51 – 56 cm
Weight
14 – 20 kg
18 – 27 kg
Life Expectancy
11 – 15 years
12 – 14 years
Child-Friendly
5/5
5/5
Energy Level
3/5
4/5
Intelligence
5/5
3/5
Trainability
5/5
5/5
Health
4/5
4/5
Grooming Needs
3/5
4/5
Shedding
3/5
1/5
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
Bearded Collie
Great with Kids
High Energy
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 Bearded Collie
The Bearded Collie is a lively Scottish herding dog with a shaggy double coat, bright eyes, and an agile build. Affectionate, intelligent, and sensitive, it needs plenty of daily exercise, mental stimulation, and regular grooming. Generally healthy, it often lives 12–14 years or more.
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