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Name	Australian Shepherd	Aussiedoodle	Basenji
Origins	United States	United States Canada	Democratic Republic of the Congo
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Designer Dogs	Hunting Dogs
Popularity Rank	17	619	84
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Little Blue Dog Aussie	Aussiepoo Aussiepoodle	African Barkless Dog African Bush Dog Ango Angari Congo Terrier Zande Dog Congo Dog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Australian Shepherd vs Aussiedoodle vs Basenji breed type comparison:	Purebred	Cross Breed	Purebred

Australian Shepherd vs Aussiedoodle vs Basenji Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Australian Shepherd or Aussiedoodle or Basenji? Which is the smallest dog, Australian Shepherd or Aussiedoodle or Basenji?	Large	Large Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Australian Shepherd or Aussiedoodle or Aussiedoodle? Australian Shepherd vs Aussiedoodle vs Basenji weight comparison:	Male: 50-65 pounds (25-29 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg)	25-70 pounds (11-32 kg)	Male: 22-26 pounds (10-12 kg), Female: 20-25 pounds (9-11 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 57.5 pounds (27 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg)	47.5 pounds (21.5 kg)	Male: 24 pounds (11 kg), Female: 22.5 pounds (10 kg)
Height Which is taller, Australian Shepherd or Aussiedoodle or Basenji? Australian Shepherd vs Aussiedoodle vs Basenji height comparison:	Male: 20-23 inches (52-58cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46–53 cm)	10-15 inches (25-38 cm)	Male: 16-17 inches (41-43 cm), Female: 15-16 inches (38-41 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 21.5 inches (55 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (46–53 cm)	12.5 inches (31.5 cm)	Male: 16.5 inches (42 cm), Female: 15.5 inches (39.5 cm)

Australian Shepherd vs Aussiedoodle vs Basenji Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Australian Shepherd or Aussiedoodle or Basenji? Which is more expensive?	$600-$800	$700-$1300	$1000-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Australian Shepherd or Aussiedoodle or Basenji?	Very frequent: The Australian Shepherd is quite easy to get.	Average: The Aussiedoodle is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The Basenji is quite easy to get.

Australian Shepherd vs Aussiedoodle vs Basenji Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Australian Shepherd vs Aussiedoodle vs Basenji intelligence:	Smart: The Australian Shepherd dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Very smart: Aussiedoodle is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Low: The Basenji is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence. See more.
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Trainability Australian Shepherd vs Aussiedoodle vs Basenji trainability comparison.	Australian Shepherd dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Aussiedoodle dogs are easy to train. See more.	Basenji 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 Shepherd or Aussiedoodle or Basenji?	Australian Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Aussiedoodle dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Basenji dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Australian Shepherd or Aussiedoodle or Basenji? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Australian Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Aussiedoodle dogs are average defenders. See more.	Basenji dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Australian Shepherd vs Aussiedoodle vs Basenji Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Australian Shepherd or Aussiedoodle or Basenji? Australian Shepherd vs Aussiedoodle vs Basenji behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Loving Protective Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Good-natured	Playful Loyal Smart Goofy	Curious Playful Energetic Alert Intelligent Affectionate
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Australian Shepherd dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Aussiedoodle dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Basenji 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 Shepherd vs Aussiedoodle vs Basenji?	Average to High: Australian Shepherd dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Aussiedoodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Slightly Below Average: Basenji dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Australian Shepherd vs Aussiedoodle vs Basenji social needs comparison:	Australian Shepherd dogs are a social breed. See more.	Aussiedoodle dogs are a social breed. See more.	Basenji dogs are kinda antisocial. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Australian Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Aussiedoodle dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Basenji 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?	Australian Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Aussiedoodle dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.	Basenji dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Australian Shepherd vs Aussiedoodle vs Basenji Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Australian Shepherd vs Aussiedoodle vs Basenji playfulness comparison:	The Australian Shepherd is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Aussiedoodle is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Basenjis, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Australian Shepherd vs Aussiedoodle vs Basenji?	Low to Average: The Australian Shepherd rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Aussiedoodle rarely barks. See more.	Low: The Basenji barks none to minimal. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Australian Shepherd or Aussiedoodle or Basenji?	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.	It is not recommended to keep the Aussiedoodle breed in the home.	It is not recommended to keep the Basenji breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Australian Shepherd vs Aussiedoodle vs Basenji Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Australian Shepherd dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Aussiedoodle dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Average: Basenji dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Australian Shepherd or Aussiedoodle or Basenji?	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.	Aussiedoodle 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.	Basenji dogs handle alone time quite well.

Australian Shepherd vs Aussiedoodle vs Basenji Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Australian Shepherd vs Aussiedoodle vs Basenji Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Australian Shepherd vs Aussiedoodle vs Basenji health comparison. Which is the healthier: Australian Shepherd vs Aussiedoodle vs Basenji?	The Australian Shepherd is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Aussiedoodles are commonly healthy dogs.	The Basenji is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Australian Shepherd vs Aussiedoodle vs Basenji? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Australian Shepherd vs Aussiedoodle vs Basenji health problems comparison:	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	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Ivermectin sensitivity	Eye Problems Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Kidney Issues
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Australian Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Aussiedoodle should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Basenji should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Australian Shepherd vs Aussiedoodle vs Basenji lifespan comparison. How long do Australian Shepherd, Aussiedoodle and Basenji breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Australian Shepherd: 13 years	9-13 years The average lifespan of Aussiedoodle: 11 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Basenji: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Australian Shepherd vs Aussiedoodle vs Basenji?	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.	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 warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.

Australian Shepherd vs Aussiedoodle vs Basenji Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Australian Shepherd vs Aussiedoodle vs Basenji Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Australian Shepherd or Aussiedoodle or Basenji?	1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	3 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day.	3/4 to 1 cup 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 Shepherd vs Aussiedoodle vs Basenji weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Australian Shepherd's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Aussiedoodle's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Low to Average: The Basenji has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Australian Shepherd vs Aussiedoodle vs Basenji Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Australian Shepherd vs Aussiedoodle vs Basenji coat comparison:	Feathered	Wavy Tight Short	Fine
Colors What are the original Australian Shepherd, Aussiedoodle and Basenji color?	Black Red Blue Merle	Blue Sable Merle Black & Tan Red Merle Black & Red	Black Tan Red White Brindle
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Australian Shepherd or Aussiedoodle or Basenji? Australian Shepherd vs Aussiedoodle vs Basenji grooming comparison:	Average: The Australian Shepherd requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Aussiedoodle requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The Basenji requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Australian Shepherd or Aussiedoodle or Basenji? Australian Shepherd or Aussiedoodle or {name3 shedding:	Australian Shepherd dogs shed moderately. See more.	Aussiedoodle dogs shed moderately. See more.	Basenji dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Australian Shepherd or Aussiedoodle or Basenji?	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. 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.
Hypoallergenic Australian Shepherd vs Aussiedoodle vs Basenji 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 Shepherd vs Aussiedoodle vs Basenji?	Medium ⏺ The Australian Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Aussiedoodle has a low chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Basenji has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Australian Shepherd is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Aussiedoodle drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.	The Basenji is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.

Australian Shepherd vs Aussiedoodle vs Basenji Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Australian Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.	Aussiedoodle dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Basenji dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Australian Shepherd or Aussiedoodle or Basenji? Which dog is more friendly?	Australian Shepherd dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Aussiedoodle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Basenji dogs are not the most 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 Shepherd or Aussiedoodle or Basenji?	Australian Shepherd dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Aussiedoodle dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Basenji dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Australian Shepherd or Aussiedoodle or Basenji?	Australian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Aussiedoodle dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Basenji dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Australian Shepherd or Aussiedoodle or Basenji?	Australian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Aussiedoodle dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Basenji dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Australian Shepherd vs Aussiedoodle vs Basenji?	Yes Australian Shepherd dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Aussiedoodle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Basenji dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Australian Shepherd is not the best dog breed for office environment.	Yes Aussiedoodle is one of the best dog breeds for office environment	No Basenji is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Australian Shepherds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Aussiedoodles are usually recommended for elderly people.	Basenjis are usually recommended for elderly people.

Australian Shepherd vs Aussiedoodle vs Basenji 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 Shepherd or Aussiedoodle or Basenji? 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 Shepherd vs Aussiedoodle vs Basenji?	Not really Australian Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Aussiedoodle breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Basenji 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.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Australian Shepherd vs Aussiedoodle vs Basenji 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 Shepherd and Aussiedoodle and Basenji have?	6-9 puppies, average 7	3-7 puppies	4-5 puppies
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Australian Shepherd vs Aussiedoodle vs Basenji Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1991 as a Herding breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1944 as a Hound 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.	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Primitive type section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	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	Not recognized by any clubs.	Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. 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 Canadian Canine Registry American Pet Registry, Inc.

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