Australian Shepherd vs Smooth Collie
Australian Shepherd
The Australian Shepherd is an intelligent and lively dog known for its strong work ethic and close bond with its people.
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Smooth Collie
The Smooth Collie is an intelligent and adaptable dog with a friendly and balanced temperament.
View profile→| Attribute | Australian Shepherd | Smooth Collie |
|---|---|---|
| Size | Medium | Medium |
| Height | 46 - 58 cm | 51 - 61 cm |
| Weight | 24 kg | 23 kg |
| Life Expectancy | 14 years | 13 years |
| FCI Group | Sheepdogs and Cattledogs | Sheepdogs and Cattledogs |
| Grooming | Medium | Low |
| Shedding | Medium | Low |
| Energy Level | Very high | High |
| Trainability | High | High |
| Child Friendly | Low | High |
| Character | The Australian Shepherd is an intelligent and lively dog known for its strong work ethic and close bond with its people. | The Smooth Collie is an intelligent and adaptable dog with a friendly and balanced temperament. |
Comparison
Australian Shepherd
Smooth Collie
Summary
The Australian Shepherd is a medium dog (24 kg) with a life expectancy of 14 years. The Smooth Collie is medium (23 kg) and lives 13 years. For grooming, the Australian Shepherd rates medium, the Smooth Collie low. The Australian Shepherd scores low for child-friendliness, the Smooth Collie high. For beginners, the Smooth Collie is the better choice.
Which breed is a better fit?
For Beginners
Smooth Collie has high trainability with high energy
Smooth CollieFor Families
Smooth Collie has high child-friendliness
Smooth CollieFor Active People
Australian Shepherd has very high energy level
Australian ShepherdLow Maintenance
Smooth Collie: grooming low, shedding low
Smooth CollieFor Apartments
Smooth Collie is medium with high energy
Smooth CollieFrequently Asked Questions
The Australian Shepherd is a medium dog (24 kg) with very high energy. The Smooth Collie is medium (23 kg) with high energy. The Australian Shepherd lives 14 years, the Smooth Collie 13 years.