Maltese vs Australian Shepherd
Compare Maltese and Australian Shepherd: size, life expectancy, temperament and care side by side.
Maltese
VS
Australian Shepherd
Comparison Table
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Characteristic
Maltese
Australian Shepherd
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
FCI Group
9 – Companion and Toy Dogs
1 – Sheepdogs and Cattle Dogs
Height
20 – 25 cm
46 – 58 cm
Weight
3 – 4 kg
14 – 29 kg
Life Expectancy
12 – 15 years
13 – 16 years
Child-Friendly
3/5
3/5
Energy Level
2/5
3/5
Intelligence
3/5
3/5
Trainability
3/5
4/5
Health
4/5
4/5
Grooming Needs
3/5
4/5
Shedding
1/5
3/5
Barking Level
3/5
4/5
Aggressiveness
2/5
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
Maltese
Tiny
Australian Shepherd
Easy to Train
Medium
Summary
About Maltese
The Maltese is a small, sturdy companion dog with a long, white silky coat and expressive dark eyes. Affectionate and people oriented, it adapts well to apartments with daily walks. It needs regular grooming, dental care and gentle training, and often enjoys a long, active life.
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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