Australian Shepherd vs Labradoodle
Compare Australian Shepherd and Labradoodle: size, life expectancy, temperament and care side by side.
Australian Shepherd
VS
Labradoodle
Comparison Table
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Characteristic
Australian Shepherd
Labradoodle
Breed Type
Purebred
Crossbreed
FCI Group
1 – Sheepdogs and Cattle Dogs
Not Available
Height
46 – 58 cm
43 – 61 cm
Weight
14 – 29 kg
14 – 30 kg
Life Expectancy
13 – 16 years
14 – 16 years
Child-Friendly
3/5
3/5
Energy Level
3/5
3/5
Intelligence
3/5
3/5
Trainability
4/5
3/5
Health
4/5
3/5
Grooming Needs
4/5
3/5
Shedding
3/5
3/5
Barking Level
4/5
3/5
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 Shepherd
Easy to Train
Medium
Labradoodle
Large
Summary
About Australian Shepherd
The Australian Shepherd is a medium, athletic herding dog, highly intelligent and energetic. Loyal and people oriented, it bonds closely and needs substantial daily exercise, training, and mental work. Its striking, weather resistant coat and varied eye colors add to its appeal.
About Labradoodle
The Labradoodle is a medium-to-large, athletic cross of Labrador Retriever and Poodle, known for its friendly, people-focused nature and high trainability. Coats vary from curly low-shedding to shaggy and shedding, needing regular grooming. Best for active homes offering daily exercise and mental stimulation.
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