Shiba Inu
VS
Miniature American Shepherd
Shiba Inu vs Miniature American Shepherd
Compare Shiba Inu 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
Shiba Inu
Miniature American Shepherd
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
36 – 42 cm
33 – 46 cm
Weight
7 – 11 kg
9 – 14 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 15 years
11 – 14 years
Child friendly
3/5
4/5
Energy level
3/5
4/5
Intelligence
3/5
4/5
Trainability
2/5
3/5
Health
3/5
3/5
Grooming needs
3/5
4/5
Shedding
5/5
3/5
Barking level
3/5
4/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
3/5
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Characteristics
Shiba Inu
Stubborn
Small
Miniature American Shepherd
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Small
Summary
About Shiba Inu
Ancient Japanese spitz-type hunting dog, small yet muscular with foxlike face, curled tail and plush double coat in red, black and tan or sesame with urajiro. Independent, catlike, loyal but reserved, strong-willed, high prey drive, needs early socialisation, firm positive training and regular exercise.
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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