Jack Russell Terrier vs Australian Shepherd
Compare Jack Russell Terrier and Australian Shepherd: size, life expectancy, temperament and care side by side.
Jack Russell Terrier
VS
Australian Shepherd
Comparison Table
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Characteristic
Jack Russell Terrier
Australian Shepherd
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
FCI Group
3 – Terriers
1 – Sheepdogs and Cattle Dogs
Height
25 – 30 cm
46 – 58 cm
Weight
5 – 6 kg
14 – 29 kg
Life Expectancy
13 – 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
2/5
4/5
Shedding
3/5
3/5
Barking Level
5/5
4/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
3/5
The 1–5 scale shows the level of each trait. A higher value means more of that trait. Individual animals may vary.
Characteristics
Jack Russell Terrier
Great with Kids
High Energy
Very Smart
Low Grooming
Easy to Train
Tiny
Australian Shepherd
Easy to Train
Medium
Summary
About Jack Russell Terrier
Jack Russell Terrier: small, sturdy, energetic fox-hunting terrier with bold, intelligent nature. Needs 1–2 hours of daily exercise plus mental work. Predominantly white, three coat types, strong digging and prey drive. Affectionate with family but demanding and unsuited to very sedentary homes.
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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