Drever
VS
Miniature American Shepherd
Drever vs Miniature American Shepherd
Compare Drever 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
Drever
Miniature American Shepherd
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
30 – 38 cm
33 – 46 cm
Weight
14 – 16 kg
9 – 14 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 16 years
11 – 14 years
Child friendly
5/5
4/5
Energy level
4/5
4/5
Intelligence
3/5
4/5
Trainability
4/5
3/5
Health
4/5
3/5
Grooming needs
3/5
4/5
Shedding
3/5
3/5
Barking level
4/5
4/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
3/5
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Characteristics
Drever
Great with kids
High energy
Easy to train
Medium
Miniature American Shepherd
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Small
Summary
About Drever
The Drever is a sturdy Swedish scent hound, low and long‑bodied yet strong and enduring. Bred to track and drive game at a steady pace, it has a clear voice, strong hunting instinct, and needs ample exercise. Friendly, affectionate, and easy‑care coated, it suits active, outdoorsy homes.
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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