Australian Shepherd vs Peruvian Inca Orchid

Compare Australian Shepherd and Peruvian Inca Orchid 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 Shepherd

Peruvian Inca Orchid

Breed type

Purebred

Height

46 – 58 cm

25 – 65 cm

Weight

14 – 29 kg

4 – 13 kg

Life expectancy

13 – 16 years

12 – 14 years

Child friendly

3/5

Energy level

3/5

Intelligence

3/5

Trainability

4/5

3/5

Health

4/5

3/5

Grooming needs

4/5

3/5

Shedding

3/5

Barking level

4/5

Aggressiveness

3/5

Characteristics

Australian Shepherd

Easy to train

Medium

Peruvian Inca Orchid

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.

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About Peruvian Inca Orchid

The Peruvian Inca Orchid is an ancient Peruvian hairless or coated hound in three sizes, elegant and athletic with low‑to‑moderate grooming needs but delicate skin care. Sensitive, deeply devoted, reserved with strangers, it’s a calm yet alert watchdog needing gentle training and steady companionship.

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