Dachshund
VS
Miniature American Shepherd
Dachshund vs Miniature American Shepherd
Compare Dachshund and Miniature American 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
Dachshund
Miniature American Shepherd
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
20 – 27 cm
33 – 46 cm
Weight
3 – 10 kg
9 – 14 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 14 years
11 – 14 years
Child friendly
4/5
4/5
Energy level
3/5
4/5
Intelligence
3/5
4/5
Trainability
2/5
3/5
Health
4/5
3/5
Grooming needs
2/5
4/5
Shedding
2/5
3/5
Barking level
4/5
4/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
3/5
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Characteristics
Dachshund
Great with kids
Low grooming
Stubborn
Small
Miniature American Shepherd
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Small
Summary
About Dachshund
Dachshund: bold, long‑backed, short‑legged hunting dog, originally bred for badger and rabbit. Comes in smooth, long and wire coats, standard and miniature sizes. Loyal, scent‑driven, independent and vocal. Needs regular but careful exercise and weight control to protect its spine.
About Miniature American Shepherd
Compact, athletic herding dog bred in the U.S. as a smaller Australian Shepherd. Intelligent, devoted, and “velcro” with family, often reserved with strangers. Needs regular training, mental work, and exercise. Medium double coat in varied colors; generally healthy with 12–15 year lifespan.
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