Australian Kelpie
VS
Large Münsterländer
Australian Kelpie vs Large Münsterländer
Compare Australian Kelpie and Large Münsterländer 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
Large Münsterländer
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
43 – 51 cm
58 – 65 cm
Weight
14 – 20 kg
29 – 30 kg
Life expectancy
11 – 15 years
12 – 13 years
Child friendly
5/5
4/5
Energy level
3/5
3/5
Intelligence
5/5
4/5
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
2/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
3/5
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Characteristics
Australian Kelpie
Great with kids
Super smart
Easy to train
Medium
Large Münsterländer
Great with kids
Super smart
Quiet
Easy to train
Large
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 Large Münsterländer
Medium–large, athletic German gundog with a distinctive black‑and‑white, ticked coat. Intelligent, people‑oriented and affectionate, yet independent with strong hunting and prey drive. Needs experienced, active owners, plenty of daily exercise, training and mental stimulation to stay content.
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