Australian Kelpie vs Bernese Mountain Dog
Compare Australian Kelpie and Bernese Mountain Dog: size, life expectancy, temperament and care side by side.
Australian Kelpie
VS
Bernese Mountain Dog
Comparison Table
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Characteristic
Australian Kelpie
Bernese Mountain Dog
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
FCI Group
1 – Sheepdogs and Cattle Dogs
2 – Pinscher and Schnauzer, Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattle Dogs
Height
43 – 51 cm
58 – 70 cm
Weight
14 – 20 kg
35 – 55 kg
Life Expectancy
11 – 15 years
7 – 9 years
Child-Friendly
5/5
5/5
Energy Level
3/5
4/5
Intelligence
5/5
4/5
Trainability
5/5
4/5
Health
4/5
3/5
Grooming Needs
3/5
5/5
Shedding
3/5
5/5
Barking Level
4/5
2/5
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
Bernese Mountain Dog
Great with Kids
High Energy
Very Smart
Quiet
Easy to Train
Giant
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 Bernese Mountain Dog
Large Swiss farm-bred dog with a strong, balanced build and a thick tricolour coat. Affectionate, people focused, and usually gentle with children. Needs moderate daily exercise, cool climates, regular grooming, and kind training. Health screening is crucial due to joint issues and cancers.
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