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Name	Aussiepom	Miniature Australian Shepherd	Schipperke
Origins	United States United Kingdom	United States	Belgium
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Group	Designer Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Companion Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Aussiepom, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Schipperke breeds.	Aussi Pom Aussie Pom Aussiepoms	Mini Aussie Mini Aussie Shepherd Mini Australian Shepherd Miniature Aussie Shepherd North American Shepherd North American Miniature Australian Shepherd	Spits Spitske Spitzke
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Aussiepom, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Schipperke? Compare their breeding categories.	Cross Breed	Purebred	Purebred

Aussiepom vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Schipperke Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Aussiepom, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Schipperke. Which breed is the largest?	Small Medium	Medium	Small
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Aussiepom, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Schipperke? Compare adult weight ranges.	10-30 pounds (4.5-13.5)	20–40 pounds (9-18 kg)	12-18 pounds (5.5-8 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	20 pounds (9.5 kg)	30 pounds (13.5 kg)	15 pounds (5.6.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Aussiepom or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Schipperke? Aussiepom vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Schipperke height comparison:	11-16 inches (28-40 cm)	13–18 inches (33-46 cm)	10-13 inches (21-33 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	13.5 inches (34 cm)	15.5 inches (39.5 cm)	11.5 inches (27 cm)

Aussiepom vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Schipperke Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Aussiepom, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Schipperke. Find price differences between these breeds.	$500-$700	$1000-$2000	$600-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Aussiepom or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Schipperke?	Average: The Aussiepom is a commonly available dog breed.	Average: The Miniature Australian Shepherd is a commonly available dog breed.	Frequent: The Schipperke is easier than average to get.

Aussiepom vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Schipperke Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Aussiepom, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Schipperke. Which breed ranks highest?	Smart: The Aussiepom dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Smart: The Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Very smart: Schipperke is an excellent dog breed. See more.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between Aussiepom, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Schipperke. Which is easiest to train?	Aussiepom dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Schipperke dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Aussiepom, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Schipperke. Which breed is most alert?	Aussiepom dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Schipperke dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Aussiepom, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Schipperke. Which breed is most protective?	Aussiepom dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Schipperke dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Aussiepom vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Schipperke Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Aussiepom, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Schipperke? Compare temperaments.	Active Funny Energetic Protective Affectionate Loyal Guarding Smart	Active Loving Protective Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Good-natured	Curious Independent Agile Intelligent Confident Fearless Faithful
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Aussiepom dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Sensitive: Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Aussiepom vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Schipperke?	Average to High: Aussiepom dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average to High: Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average to High: Schipperke dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Aussiepom vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Schipperke social needs comparison:	Aussiepom dogs are a social breed. See more.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are a social breed. See more.	Schipperke dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Aussiepom dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Schipperke dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Aussiepom dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Schipperke dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Aussiepom vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Schipperke Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Aussiepom, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Schipperke. Which breed is most vocal?	Average: The Aussiepom barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Miniature Australian Shepherd rarely barks. See more.	Low: The Schipperke barks none to minimal. See more.
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Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Aussiepom, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Schipperke. Which breed is most playful?	The Aussiepom is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Miniature Australian Shepherd is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Schipperke is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Aussiepom, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Schipperke. Which adapts best to small spaces?	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Aussiepom indoors.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Miniature Australian Shepherd indoors.	It is not recommended to keep the Schipperke breed in the home.
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Aussiepom vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Schipperke Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between Aussiepom, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Schipperke. Which breed is most flexible?	Average: Aussiepom dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Schipperke dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Aussiepom or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Schipperke?	Aussiepom dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Aussiepom vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Schipperke Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Compare biting potential between Aussiepom, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Schipperke. Which has lowest bite risk?	Low 🔽 The Aussiepom has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Miniature Australian Shepherd has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Schipperke has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Compare mouthing tendencies between Aussiepom, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Schipperke. Which uses mouth most during play?	Aussiepom dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Schipperke dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Compare bite forces between Aussiepom, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Schipperke. Which has the strongest bite?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Aussiepom bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Miniature Australian Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Schipperke bite force: Weak.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Aussiepom vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Schipperke Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Aussiepom, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Schipperke. Which breed lives longest?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Aussiepom: 13 years	9-13 years The average lifespan of Miniature Australian Shepherd: 11 years	13-15 years The average lifespan of Schipperke: 14 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Aussiepom, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Schipperke. Which handles climate changes best?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Miniature Australian Shepherd can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in Aussiepom, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Schipperke. Which has fewer health issues?	Aussiepoms are commonly healthy dogs.	The Miniature Australian Shepherd is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Schipperke is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Aussiepom should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Miniature Australian Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Schipperke should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Aussiepom vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Schipperke? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Aussiepom vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Schipperke health problems comparison:	Blindness Deafness Dental Problems Kneecap dislocations	Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Drug Sensitivity Retinal Dysplasia Glaucoma Juvenile Cataracts Iris Coloboma	No data available

Aussiepom vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Schipperke Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between Aussiepom, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Schipperke. Which breed is most active?	Aussiepom dogs are high-energy dogs.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.	Schipperke dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Aussiepom vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Schipperke exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Aussiepom or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Schipperke? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Aussiepom dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs need a lot of exercises.	Schipperke dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Aussiepom or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Schipperke?	Aussiepom dogs don't need too much sleep.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.	Schipperke dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Aussiepom vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Schipperke Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Aussiepom, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Schipperke. Which is most prone to obesity?	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Aussiepom's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Miniature Australian Shepherd has an average risk for obesity. See more.	High: The Schipperke breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Aussiepom, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Schipperke. Which needs most food?	1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Aussiepom vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Schipperke Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Aussiepom, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Schipperke. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors Compare color variations between Aussiepom, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Schipperke. What colors are available?	Tricolor Red Merle Blue Merle	Red Red Merle White & Black & Tan Blue Merle	Black Tan Blue Cream Brown Apricot
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Aussiepom, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Schipperke. Which requires most maintenance?	Advanced: The Aussiepom requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Miniature Australian Shepherd requires average grooming effort. See more.	Easy to groom: The Schipperke doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Aussiepom, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Schipperke. Which drools least?	The Aussiepom is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Miniature Australian Shepherd is an average drooler. See more.	The Schipperke is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Aussiepom, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Schipperke. Which has least natural smell?	Low 🔽 The Aussiepom has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Miniature Australian Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Schipperke has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Aussiepom, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Schipperke. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Fluffy Medium	Feathered	Fluffy Soft Thick
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Aussiepom, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Schipperke. Which requires most frequent baths?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Aussiepom or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Schipperke? Aussiepom or Miniature Australian Shepherd or {name3 shedding:	Aussiepom dogs shed moderately. See more.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs shed moderately. See more.	Schipperke dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Aussiepom vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Schipperke Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between Aussiepom, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Schipperke. Which is best with kids?	Aussiepom dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Schipperke dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Aussiepom dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.	Schipperke dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Aussiepom or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Schipperke? Which dog is more friendly?	Aussiepom dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Schipperke dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Aussiepom or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Schipperke?	Aussiepom dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Schipperke dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Aussiepom or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Schipperke?	Aussiepom dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Schipperke dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Aussiepom vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Schipperke?	Yes Aussiepom dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Schipperke dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Aussiepom is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Miniature Australian Shepherd is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Schipperke is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Aussiepoms are commonly okay with elderly people.	Miniature Australian Shepherds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Schipperkes are usually recommended for elderly people.

Aussiepom vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Schipperke As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Aussiepom, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Schipperke. Which is best suited for service work?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Compare therapy dog potential between Aussiepom, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Schipperke. Which excels in therapy work?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between Aussiepom, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Schipperke. Which has best nose work ability?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search & Rescue Potential Compare search and rescue potential between Aussiepom, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Schipperke. Which is best for SAR work?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability Compare boating aptitude between Aussiepom, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Schipperke. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really Aussiepom breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Miniature Australian Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Schipperke breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Aussiepom, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Schipperke. Which is best for draft work?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Military Service Background Compare military service history of Aussiepom, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Schipperke. Which has most military use?	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Aussiepom vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Schipperke Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Aussiepom, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Schipperke. Which has most puppies?	2-5 puppies	2-6 puppies	3-7 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Aussiepom, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Schipperke. Any breeding differences?	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding intervals between Aussiepom, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Schipperke. What's recommended?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Aussiepom vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Schipperke Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Aussiepom, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Schipperke. How are they classified?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1904 as a Non-Sporting breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Aussiepom, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Schipperke. How are they classified internationally?	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Aussiepom, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Schipperke. Which has most recognition?	Not recognized by any clubs.	America's Pet Registry American Canine Association, Inc.	No data available

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