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Name	Australian Kelpie	Australian Cattle Dog	Huntaway
Origins	Australia	Australia	New Zealand
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Group	Working Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Australischer Kelpie Barb Kelpie Australian Sheepdog	Blue Heeler Cattle Dog Red Heeler Queensland Heeler	NZ Huntaway New Zealand Huntaway New Zealand Sheepdog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Australian Kelpie vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Huntaway breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Australian Kelpie vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Huntaway Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Australian Kelpie or Australian Cattle Dog or Huntaway? Which is the smallest dog, Australian Kelpie or Australian Cattle Dog or Huntaway?	Medium	Medium	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Australian Kelpie or Australian Cattle Dog or Australian Cattle Dog? Australian Kelpie vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Huntaway weight comparison:	25-45 pounds (11-20 kg)	30-62 pounds (13-28 kg)	40-65 pounds (18-30 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	35 pounds (15.5 kg)	46 pounds (20.5 kg)	52.5 pounds (24 kg)
Height Which is taller, Australian Kelpie or Australian Cattle Dog or Huntaway? Australian Kelpie vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Huntaway height comparison:	17-20 inches (43-51 cm)	Male: 17-20 inches (43-51 cm), Female: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm)	20-24 inches (51-61 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	18.5 inches (47 cm)	Male: 18.5 inches (47 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm)	22 inches (56 cm)

Australian Kelpie vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Huntaway Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Australian Kelpie or Australian Cattle Dog or Huntaway? Which is more expensive?	$500-$700	$500-$700	$300-$400
Availability Which is easier to get, Australian Kelpie or Australian Cattle Dog or Huntaway?	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Very frequent: The Australian Cattle Dog is quite easy to get.	Average: The Huntaway is a commonly available dog breed.

Australian Kelpie vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Huntaway Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Australian Kelpie vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Huntaway intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Outstanding: Australian Cattle Dog is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Smart: The Huntaway dogs have great intelligence. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Australian Kelpie vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Huntaway trainability comparison.	Australian Kelpie dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Australian Cattle Dog dogs are easy to train. See more.	Huntaway dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Australian Kelpie or Australian Cattle Dog or Huntaway?	Australian Kelpie dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Australian Cattle Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Huntaway dogs are not the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Australian Kelpie or Australian Cattle Dog or Huntaway? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Australian Kelpie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Australian Cattle Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Huntaway dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.
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Australian Kelpie vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Huntaway Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Australian Kelpie or Australian Cattle Dog or Huntaway? Australian Kelpie vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Huntaway behavior/temperament comparison:	Energetic Alert Intelligent Friendly Loyal Robust Eager	Energetic Protective Alert Intelligent Responsive Loyal Aggressive	Active Energetic Intelligent Friendly Trainable Vocal
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. 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: Australian Kelpie vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Huntaway?	Average: Australian Kelpie dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Average: Australian Cattle Dog dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Average to High: Huntaway dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Australian Kelpie vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Huntaway social needs comparison:	Australian Kelpie dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Australian Cattle Dog dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Huntaway dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Australian Kelpie is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Australian Cattle Dog is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Huntaway dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Australian Kelpie dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Australian Cattle Dog dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Their prey drive is low. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Australian Kelpie vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Huntaway Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Australian Kelpie vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Huntaway playfulness comparison:	The Australian Kelpie is a playful breed. See more.	The Australian Cattle Dog is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Huntaway is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Australian Kelpie vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Huntaway?	Low to Average: The Australian Kelpie rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Australian Cattle Dog rarely barks. See more.	A lot: Huntaway is a particularly loud breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Australian Kelpie or Australian Cattle Dog or Huntaway?	It is not recommended to keep the Australian Kelpie breed in the home.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Australian Cattle Dog breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Huntaway breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Australian Kelpie vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Huntaway Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Australian Kelpie dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Australian Cattle Dog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Huntaway dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Australian Kelpie or Australian Cattle Dog or Huntaway?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Huntaway 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.

Australian Kelpie vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Huntaway Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Australian Kelpie or Australian Cattle Dog or Huntaway?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Australian Kelpie bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Australian Cattle Dog bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Huntaway bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Australian Kelpie has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Australian Cattle Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Huntaway has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Australian Kelpie vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Huntaway mouthiness comparison:	Australian Kelpie dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Australian Cattle Dog dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Huntaway dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Australian Kelpie vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Huntaway Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Australian Kelpie vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Huntaway health comparison. Which is the healthier: Australian Kelpie vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Huntaway?	Australian Kelpies tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Australian Cattle Dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Very healthy dog breed.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Australian Kelpie vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Huntaway? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Australian Kelpie vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Huntaway health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Osteoarthritis Cerebellar Abiotrophy Collie Eye Anomaly	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Deafness	No data available
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Australian Kelpie should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Australian Cattle Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Huntaway should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Australian Kelpie vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Huntaway lifespan comparison. How long do Australian Kelpie, Australian Cattle Dog and Huntaway breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-14 years The average lifespan of Australian Kelpie: 12 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Australian Cattle Dog: 13 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Huntaway: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Australian Kelpie vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Huntaway?	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 Australian Cattle Dog 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.

Australian Kelpie vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Huntaway Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Australian Kelpie or Australian Cattle Dog or Huntaway? Australian Kelpie vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Huntaway energy level comparison:	Australian Kelpie dogs are high-energy dogs.	Australian Cattle Dog dogs are high-energy dogs.	Huntaway dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Australian Kelpie vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Huntaway exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Australian Kelpie or Australian Cattle Dog or Huntaway? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Australian Kelpie dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Australian Cattle Dog dogs need a lot of exercises.	Huntaway dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Australian Kelpie or Australian Cattle Dog or Huntaway?	Australian Kelpie dogs don't need too much sleep.	Australian Cattle Dog dogs don't need too much sleep.	Huntaway dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Australian Kelpie vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Huntaway Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Australian Kelpie or Australian Cattle Dog or Huntaway?	1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Australian Kelpie vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Huntaway weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average: The Australian Kelpie has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Australian Cattle Dog's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Huntaway has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Australian Kelpie vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Huntaway Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Australian Kelpie vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Huntaway coat comparison:	Double	Dense	Rough Smooth
Colors What are the original Australian Kelpie, Australian Cattle Dog and Huntaway color?	Black Tan Red Blue Brown Fawn Chocolate	Red Blue Speckled Mottled	Black & Tan
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Australian Kelpie or Australian Cattle Dog or Huntaway? Australian Kelpie vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Huntaway grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Australian Kelpie requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Australian Cattle Dog requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The Huntaway requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Australian Kelpie or Australian Cattle Dog or Huntaway? Australian Kelpie or Australian Cattle Dog or {name3 shedding:	Australian Kelpie dogs shed moderately. See more.	Australian Cattle Dog dogs shed moderately. See more.	Huntaway dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Australian Kelpie or Australian Cattle Dog or Huntaway?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Australian Kelpie vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Huntaway hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Australian Kelpie vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Huntaway?	Medium ⏺ The Australian Kelpie has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Australian Cattle Dog has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Huntaway has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Australian Kelpie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Australian Cattle Dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Huntaway is an average drooler. See more.

Australian Kelpie vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Huntaway Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Australian Kelpie dogs are generally with other pets.	Australian Cattle Dog dogs are generally with other pets.	Huntaway dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Australian Kelpie or Australian Cattle Dog or Huntaway? Which dog is more friendly?	Australian Kelpie dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Australian Cattle Dog dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Huntaway dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Australian Kelpie or Australian Cattle Dog or Huntaway?	Australian Kelpie dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Australian Cattle Dog dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Huntaway dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Australian Kelpie or Australian Cattle Dog or Huntaway?	Australian Kelpie dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Australian Cattle Dog dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Huntaway dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Australian Kelpie or Australian Cattle Dog or Huntaway?	Australian Kelpie dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Australian Cattle Dog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Huntaway dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Australian Kelpie vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Huntaway?	Yes Australian Kelpie dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Australian Cattle Dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Huntaway dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Australian Kelpie is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Australian Cattle Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Huntaway is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Australian Kelpies are usually recommended for elderly people.	Australian Cattle Dogs are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Huntaways are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Australian Kelpie vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Huntaway As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	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 Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Australian Kelpie or Australian Cattle Dog or Huntaway? Which is better for autism?	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.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	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 and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be 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.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Australian Kelpie vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Huntaway?	Not really Australian Kelpie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Australian Cattle Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Huntaway breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	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.
Fighting Dog / Military 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.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Australian Kelpie vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Huntaway Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	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.
Litter Size How many puppies can Australian Kelpie and Australian Cattle Dog and Huntaway have?	4-7 puppies	1-7 puppies, average 5	5-7 puppies
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Australian Kelpie vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Huntaway Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1980 as a Herding breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Foundation Stock Service	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club	Dog Registry of America Inc. New Zealand Kennel Club

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