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Collie
VS
Australian Shepherd
Collie vs Australian Shepherd
Compare Collie and Australian Shepherd 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
Collie
Australian Shepherd
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
51 – 61 cm
46 – 58 cm
Weight
16 – 34 kg
14 – 29 kg
Life expectancy
14 – 16 years
13 – 16 years
Child friendly
5/5
3/5
Energy level
5/5
3/5
Intelligence
5/5
3/5
Trainability
5/5
4/5
Health
4/5
4/5
Grooming needs
3/5
4/5
Shedding
5/5
3/5
Barking level
4/5
4/5
Aggressiveness
1/5
3/5
Characteristics
Collie
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Easy to train
Large
Australian Shepherd
Easy to train
Medium
Summary
About Collie
The Collie is an intelligent, medium‑large herding dog with a long double coat needing regular grooming. Gentle, loyal, and sensitive, it bonds closely with family and prefers kind training. Adaptable to town or country, it needs daily mental stimulation and exercise to stay content.
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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