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Name	Australian Kelpie	Australian Shepherd	Azawakh
Origins	Australia	United States	Mali
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Group	Working Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Australischer Kelpie Barb Kelpie Australian Sheepdog	Little Blue Dog Aussie	Bareeru Hanshee Oska Rawondu Tuareg Sloughi Wulo Idi
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Australian Kelpie vs Australian Shepherd vs Azawakh breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Australian Kelpie vs Australian Shepherd vs Azawakh Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Australian Kelpie or Australian Shepherd or Azawakh? Which is the smallest dog, Australian Kelpie or Australian Shepherd or Azawakh?	Medium	Large	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Australian Kelpie or Australian Shepherd or Australian Shepherd? Australian Kelpie vs Australian Shepherd vs Azawakh weight comparison:	25-45 pounds (11-20 kg)	Male: 50-65 pounds (25-29 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg)	Male: 44–55 pounds (20–25 kg), Female: 33–44 pounds (15–20 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	35 pounds (15.5 kg)	Male: 57.5 pounds (27 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg)	Male: 44–55 pounds (20–25 kg), Female: 33–44 pounds (15–20 kg)
Height Which is taller, Australian Kelpie or Australian Shepherd or Azawakh? Australian Kelpie vs Australian Shepherd vs Azawakh height comparison:	17-20 inches (43-51 cm)	Male: 20-23 inches (52-58cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46–53 cm)	Male: 25–29 inches (64–74 cm), Female: 24–28 inches (60–70 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	18.5 inches (47 cm)	Male: 21.5 inches (55 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (46–53 cm)	Male: 25–29 inches (64–74 cm), Female: 24–28 inches (60–70 cm)

Australian Kelpie vs Australian Shepherd vs Azawakh Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Australian Kelpie or Australian Shepherd or Azawakh? Which is more expensive?	$500-$700	$600-$800	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Australian Kelpie or Australian Shepherd or Azawakh?	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 Shepherd is quite easy to get.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

Australian Kelpie vs Australian Shepherd vs Azawakh Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Australian Kelpie vs Australian Shepherd vs Azawakh intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Smart: The Australian Shepherd dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Trainability Australian Kelpie vs Australian Shepherd vs Azawakh trainability comparison.	Australian Kelpie dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Azawakh dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Australian Kelpie or Australian Shepherd or Azawakh?	Australian Kelpie dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Azawakh dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Australian Kelpie or Australian Shepherd or Azawakh? 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 Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Azawakh dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Australian Kelpie vs Australian Shepherd vs Azawakh Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Australian Kelpie or Australian Shepherd or Azawakh? Australian Kelpie vs Australian Shepherd vs Azawakh behavior/temperament comparison:	Energetic Alert Intelligent Friendly Loyal Robust Eager	Active Loving Protective Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Good-natured	Aloof Affectionate Loyal Attentive Refined Fierce Rugged
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Australian Shepherd dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Azawakh dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Australian Kelpie vs Australian Shepherd vs Azawakh?	Average: Australian Kelpie dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Average to High: Australian Shepherd dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average to High: Azawakh dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Australian Kelpie vs Australian Shepherd vs Azawakh social needs comparison:	Australian Kelpie dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs are a social breed. See more.	Azawakh dogs need for social interaction is average. 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.	Australian Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Azawakh dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. 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 Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Azawakh dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Australian Kelpie vs Australian Shepherd vs Azawakh Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Australian Kelpie vs Australian Shepherd vs Azawakh playfulness comparison:	The Australian Kelpie is a playful breed. See more.	The Australian Shepherd is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Azawakhs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Australian Kelpie vs Australian Shepherd vs Azawakh?	Low to Average: The Australian Kelpie rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Australian Shepherd rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Azawakh rarely barks. 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 Shepherd or Azawakh?	It is not recommended to keep the Australian Kelpie breed in the home.	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 Australian Shepherd indoors.	Very house-friendly dog the Azawakh breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Australian Kelpie vs Australian Shepherd vs Azawakh 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.	Australian Shepherd dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Azawakh dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Australian Kelpie or Australian Shepherd or Azawakh?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	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.

Australian Kelpie vs Australian Shepherd vs Azawakh Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Australian Kelpie or Australian Shepherd or Azawakh?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Australian Kelpie bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Australian Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Azawakh 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 Shepherd has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Azawakh has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Australian Kelpie vs Australian Shepherd vs Azawakh mouthiness comparison:	Australian Kelpie dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Azawakh dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Australian Kelpie vs Australian Shepherd vs Azawakh Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Australian Kelpie vs Australian Shepherd vs Azawakh health comparison. Which is the healthier: Australian Kelpie vs Australian Shepherd vs Azawakh?	Australian Kelpies tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Australian Shepherd is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Azawakh is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Australian Kelpie vs Australian Shepherd vs Azawakh? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Australian Kelpie vs Australian Shepherd vs Azawakh health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Osteoarthritis Cerebellar Abiotrophy Collie Eye Anomaly	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Deafness Drug Sensitivity Elbow Dysplasia Distichiasis Collie Eye Anomaly Detached Retina Nasal Solar Dermatitis Osteochondrosis Dissecans Persistent Pupillary Membranes	Hypothyroidism Bloat Heart Problems Skin Allergies Anesthesia Sensitivity Autoimmune Thyroiditis Eosinophilic Myositus Idiopathic Epilepsy Lacerations Seizures Wobbler's Syndrome
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 Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Azawakh should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Australian Kelpie vs Australian Shepherd vs Azawakh lifespan comparison. How long do Australian Kelpie, Australian Shepherd and Azawakh 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 Shepherd: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Azawakh: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Australian Kelpie vs Australian Shepherd vs Azawakh?	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 Shepherd can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.

Australian Kelpie vs Australian Shepherd vs Azawakh Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Australian Kelpie or Australian Shepherd or Azawakh? Australian Kelpie vs Australian Shepherd vs Azawakh energy level comparison:	Australian Kelpie dogs are high-energy dogs.	Australian Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.	Azawakh dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Australian Kelpie vs Australian Shepherd vs Azawakh exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Australian Kelpie or Australian Shepherd or Azawakh? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Australian Kelpie dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Australian Shepherd dogs need a lot of exercises.	Azawakh dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Australian Kelpie or Australian Shepherd or Azawakh?	Australian Kelpie dogs don't need too much sleep.	Australian Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.	Azawakh dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Australian Kelpie vs Australian Shepherd vs Azawakh Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Australian Kelpie or Australian Shepherd or Azawakh?	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 a high-quality dog food a day.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Australian Kelpie vs Australian Shepherd vs Azawakh 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 Shepherd's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Azawakh has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Australian Kelpie vs Australian Shepherd vs Azawakh Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Australian Kelpie vs Australian Shepherd vs Azawakh coat comparison:	Double	Feathered	Smooth
Colors What are the original Australian Kelpie, Australian Shepherd and Azawakh color?	Black Tan Red Blue Brown Fawn Chocolate	Black Red Blue Merle	Black Gray Blue White Brown Brindle Golden
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Australian Kelpie or Australian Shepherd or Azawakh? Australian Kelpie vs Australian Shepherd vs Azawakh grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Australian Kelpie requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The Australian Shepherd requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The Azawakh requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Australian Kelpie or Australian Shepherd or Azawakh? Australian Kelpie or Australian Shepherd or {name3 shedding:	Australian Kelpie dogs shed moderately. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs shed moderately. See more.	Azawakh 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 Shepherd or Azawakh?	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.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Australian Kelpie vs Australian Shepherd vs Azawakh hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Australian Kelpie vs Australian Shepherd vs Azawakh?	Medium ⏺ The Australian Kelpie has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Australian Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Azawakh 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 Shepherd is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Azawakh is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Australian Kelpie vs Australian Shepherd vs Azawakh Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Australian Kelpie dogs are generally with other pets.	Australian Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.	Azawakh dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Australian Kelpie or Australian Shepherd or Azawakh? Which dog is more friendly?	Australian Kelpie dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Australian Shepherd dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Azawakh dogs are not 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 Shepherd or Azawakh?	Australian Kelpie dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Australian Shepherd dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Azawakh dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Australian Kelpie or Australian Shepherd or Azawakh?	Australian Kelpie dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Australian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Azawakh dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Australian Kelpie or Australian Shepherd or Azawakh?	Australian Kelpie dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Australian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Azawakh dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Australian Kelpie vs Australian Shepherd vs Azawakh?	Yes Australian Kelpie dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Australian Shepherd dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	No Azawakh dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Australian Kelpie is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Australian Shepherd is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Azawakh 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 Shepherds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Azawakhs are not the best breed for elderly people.

Australian Kelpie vs Australian Shepherd vs Azawakh 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 Shepherd or Azawakh? 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.
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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 Shepherd vs Azawakh?	Not really Australian Kelpie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Australian Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Azawakh 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 Shepherd vs Azawakh 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 Shepherd and Azawakh have?	4-7 puppies	6-9 puppies, average 7	4-6 puppies
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Australian Kelpie vs Australian Shepherd vs Azawakh 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 1991 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club as a Miscellaneous breed.
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 Sheepdogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Short-haired Sighthounds section.
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 Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Australian Shepherd Club Of America	No data available

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