Australian Kelpie
VS
German Spaniel (Wachtelhund)
Australian Kelpie vs German Spaniel (Wachtelhund)
Compare Australian Kelpie and German Spaniel (Wachtelhund) side by side and get a clear picture of what sets the breeds apart. Explore differences in size, weight, temperament, activity level, and other key traits to more easily decide which breed best fits your lifestyle and circumstances.
Characteristic
Australian Kelpie
German Spaniel (Wachtelhund)
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
43 – 51 cm
45 – 54 cm
Weight
14 – 20 kg
18 – 25 kg
Life expectancy
11 – 15 years
12 – 14 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
3/5
Grooming needs
3/5
3/5
Shedding
3/5
3/5
Barking level
4/5
2/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
1/5
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Characteristics
Australian Kelpie
Great with kids
Super smart
Easy to train
Medium
German Spaniel (Wachtelhund)
Quiet
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 German Spaniel (Wachtelhund)
Medium, robust German hunting spaniel built for dense cover, with a thick, weather‑resistant coat in brown or brown-white. Very loyal, often one-person focused yet family friendly. Highly energetic, driven working gundog that needs intensive exercise and meaningful tasks; still uncommon outside Germany.
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