Australian Kelpie vs Havapoo
Compare Australian Kelpie and Havapoo: size, life expectancy, temperament and care side by side.
Australian Kelpie
VS
Havapoo
Comparison Table
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Characteristic
Australian Kelpie
Havapoo
Breed Type
Purebred
Crossbreed
FCI Group
1 – Sheepdogs and Cattle Dogs
Not Available
Height
43 – 51 cm
28 – 45 cm
Weight
14 – 20 kg
10 – 15 kg
Life Expectancy
11 – 15 years
10 – 13 years
Child-Friendly
5/5
3/5
Energy Level
3/5
2/5
Intelligence
5/5
4/5
Trainability
5/5
4/5
Health
4/5
4/5
Grooming Needs
3/5
5/5
Shedding
3/5
1/5
Barking Level
4/5
3/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
1/5
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
Havapoo
Very Smart
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 Havapoo
The Havapoo is a small Havanese–Poodle cross with a cheerful, people‑focused nature and a soft wavy or curly coat that often sheds lightly. Intelligent, sensitive, and easy to train with gentle methods, it suits attentive owners seeking an affectionate indoor companion.
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