Australian Shepherd
Australian Shepherd
VS
Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka
Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka
Breeds
Australian Shepherd
Comparisons
Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka

Australian Shepherd vs Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka

Compare Australian Shepherd and Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka 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
Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
46 – 58 cm
23 – 26 cm
Weight
14 – 29 kg
3 – 4 kg
Life expectancy
13 – 16 years
11 – 15 years
Child friendly
3/5
4/5
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
2/5
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Characteristics

Australian Shepherd
Easy to train
Medium
Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka
Great with kids
Tiny

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 Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka
Small, sturdy Russian toy breed with a long, wavy low‑shedding coat and many colors. Affectionate, people‑oriented and sensitive, it thrives on close companionship and moderate daily exercise. Intelligent and adaptable to apartments, but needs regular grooming and dislikes long solitude.

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