Australian Shepherd vs Parson Russell Terrier
Compare Australian Shepherd and Parson Russell Terrier: size, life expectancy, temperament and care side by side.
Australian Shepherd
VS
Parson Russell Terrier
Comparison Table
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Characteristic
Australian Shepherd
Parson Russell Terrier
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
FCI Group
1 – Sheepdogs and Cattle Dogs
3 – Terriers
Height
46 – 58 cm
32 – 36 cm
Weight
14 – 29 kg
5 – 8 kg
Life Expectancy
13 – 16 years
13 – 15 years
Child-Friendly
3/5
3/5
Energy Level
3/5
4/5
Intelligence
3/5
3/5
Trainability
4/5
3/5
Health
4/5
4/5
Grooming Needs
4/5
3/5
Shedding
3/5
3/5
Barking Level
4/5
4/5
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
Parson Russell Terrier
High Energy
Small
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 Parson Russell Terrier
Parson Russell Terriers are medium‑small, long‑legged, athletic fox‑hunting terriers with smooth or broken white coats. Energetic, intelligent, bold, and affectionate, they need plenty of exercise, consistent training, mental stimulation, and clear boundaries in an active home.
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