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Name	Australian Shepherd	Labradoodle	Sheepadoodle
Origins	United States	Australia	England Germany France
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Designer Dogs	Designer Dogs
Popularity Rank	17	556	1946
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Little Blue Dog Aussie	No data available	No data available
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Australian Shepherd vs Labradoodle vs Sheepadoodle breed type comparison:	Purebred	Cross Breed	Cross Breed

Australian Shepherd vs Labradoodle vs Sheepadoodle Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Australian Shepherd or Labradoodle or Sheepadoodle? Which is the smallest dog, Australian Shepherd or Labradoodle or Sheepadoodle?	Large	Large	Large Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Australian Shepherd or Labradoodle or Labradoodle? Australian Shepherd vs Labradoodle vs Sheepadoodle weight comparison:	Male: 50-65 pounds (25-29 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg)	50-64 pounds (22-34 kg)	Male: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 57.5 pounds (27 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg)	57.5 pounds (26 kg)	Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Australian Shepherd or Labradoodle or Sheepadoodle? Australian Shepherd vs Labradoodle vs Sheepadoodle height comparison:	Male: 20-23 inches (52-58cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46–53 cm)	Male: 22 - 24 inches (50 – 60 cm), Female: 20 - 22 inches (50 - 55 cm)	Male: 22-24 inches (56-61 cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 21.5 inches (55 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (46–53 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (51 cm)

Australian Shepherd vs Labradoodle vs Sheepadoodle Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Australian Shepherd or Labradoodle or Sheepadoodle? Which is more expensive?	$600-$800	$1000-$2000	$1000-$1500
Availability Which is easier to get, Australian Shepherd or Labradoodle or Sheepadoodle?	Very frequent: The Australian Shepherd is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Labradoodle is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Sheepadoodle is quite easy to get.

Australian Shepherd vs Labradoodle vs Sheepadoodle Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Australian Shepherd vs Labradoodle vs Sheepadoodle intelligence:	Smart: The Australian Shepherd dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Smart: The Labradoodle dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Outstanding: Sheepadoodle is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Australian Shepherd vs Labradoodle vs Sheepadoodle trainability comparison.	Australian Shepherd dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Labradoodle dogs are easy to train. See more.	Sheepadoodle 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 Labradoodle or Sheepadoodle?	Australian Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Labradoodle dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Sheepadoodle dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Australian Shepherd or Labradoodle or Sheepadoodle? 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.	Labradoodle dogs are average defenders. See more.	Sheepadoodle dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List

Australian Shepherd vs Labradoodle vs Sheepadoodle Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Australian Shepherd or Labradoodle or Sheepadoodle? Australian Shepherd vs Labradoodle vs Sheepadoodle behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Loving Protective Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Good-natured	Alert Intelligent Affectionate	Active Playful Funny Loving Protective Alert Intelligent Sociable Trainable Adaptable Faithful Bubbly Instinctual
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.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Sheepadoodle dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Australian Shepherd vs Labradoodle vs Sheepadoodle?	Average to High: Australian Shepherd dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Labradoodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Sheepadoodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Australian Shepherd vs Labradoodle vs Sheepadoodle social needs comparison:	Australian Shepherd dogs are a social breed. See more.	Labradoodle dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Sheepadoodle dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Australian Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Labradoodle dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Sheepadoodle dogs have average wanderlust potential. 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.	Labradoodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Sheepadoodle 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

Australian Shepherd vs Labradoodle vs Sheepadoodle Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Australian Shepherd vs Labradoodle vs Sheepadoodle playfulness comparison:	The Australian Shepherd is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Labradoodle is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Sheepadoodle is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Australian Shepherd vs Labradoodle vs Sheepadoodle?	Low to Average: The Australian Shepherd rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Labradoodle barks occasionally. See more.	Average to High: The Sheepadoodle is a vocal 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 Shepherd or Labradoodle or Sheepadoodle?	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 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 Labradoodle indoors.	Apartment-friendly dog the Sheepadoodle breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Australian Shepherd vs Labradoodle vs Sheepadoodle 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.	Labradoodle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Sheepadoodle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Australian Shepherd or Labradoodle or Sheepadoodle?	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.	Labradoodle dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Sheepadoodle dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Australian Shepherd vs Labradoodle vs Sheepadoodle Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Australian Shepherd vs Labradoodle vs Sheepadoodle Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Australian Shepherd vs Labradoodle vs Sheepadoodle health comparison. Which is the healthier: Australian Shepherd vs Labradoodle vs Sheepadoodle?	The Australian Shepherd is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Labradoodles are commonly healthy dogs.	The Sheepadoodle 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 Labradoodle vs Sheepadoodle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Australian Shepherd vs Labradoodle vs Sheepadoodle 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	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Ear Infections Elbow Dysplasia Canine Diabetes Mellitus	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Allergies Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Epilepsy Sebaceous Adenitis Deafness Entropion Ear Infections Diabetes Addison's Disease Cushing's Syndrome Runny Eyes Heat Intolerance Canine Atrial Septal Defect (asd) Neonatal Encephalopathy (news) Optic Nerve Hypoplasia Premature Graying
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 Labradoodle should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Sheepadoodle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Australian Shepherd vs Labradoodle vs Sheepadoodle lifespan comparison. How long do Australian Shepherd, Labradoodle and Sheepadoodle breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Australian Shepherd: 13 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Labradoodle: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Sheepadoodle: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Australian Shepherd vs Labradoodle vs Sheepadoodle?	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.	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 Shepherd vs Labradoodle vs Sheepadoodle Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Australian Shepherd or Labradoodle or Sheepadoodle? Australian Shepherd vs Labradoodle vs Sheepadoodle energy level comparison:	Australian Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.	Labradoodle dogs are high-energy dogs.	Sheepadoodle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Australian Shepherd vs Labradoodle vs Sheepadoodle exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Australian Shepherd or Labradoodle or Sheepadoodle? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Australian Shepherd dogs need a lot of exercises.	Labradoodle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Sheepadoodle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Australian Shepherd or Labradoodle or Sheepadoodle?	Australian Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.	Labradoodle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Sheepadoodle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Australian Shepherd vs Labradoodle vs Sheepadoodle Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Australian Shepherd or Labradoodle or Sheepadoodle?	1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 2.5 to 4.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Australian Shepherd vs Labradoodle vs Sheepadoodle 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 Labradoodle's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Sheepadoodle's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Australian Shepherd vs Labradoodle vs Sheepadoodle Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Australian Shepherd vs Labradoodle vs Sheepadoodle coat comparison:	Feathered	Fine Variety of coat types	Curly Waterproof Shaggy Double
Colors What are the original Australian Shepherd, Labradoodle and Sheepadoodle color?	Black Red Blue Merle	Black Blue Cream Silver Chocolate Gold Apricot Caramel Chalky white Café Parchment They can also have parti-colored coats, which consist of brindles, phantom, patched, or sable colors.	Black Gray Red Blue Cream White Silver Brown Grizzle Fawn Merle Beige Apricot
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Australian Shepherd or Labradoodle or Sheepadoodle? Australian Shepherd vs Labradoodle vs Sheepadoodle grooming comparison:	Average: The Australian Shepherd requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Labradoodle requires average grooming effort. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Australian Shepherd or Labradoodle or Sheepadoodle? Australian Shepherd or Labradoodle or {name3 shedding:	Australian Shepherd dogs shed moderately. See more.	Labradoodle dogs shed moderately. See more.	Sheepadoodle 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 Shepherd or Labradoodle or Sheepadoodle?	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.	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 Labradoodle vs Sheepadoodle hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	Yes See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Australian Shepherd vs Labradoodle vs Sheepadoodle?	Medium ⏺ The Australian Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Labradoodle has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Sheepadoodle has an average 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 Labradoodle is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Sheepadoodle is an average drooler. See more.

Australian Shepherd vs Labradoodle vs Sheepadoodle Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Australian Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.	Labradoodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Sheepadoodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Australian Shepherd or Labradoodle or Sheepadoodle? Which dog is more friendly?	Australian Shepherd dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Labradoodle dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Sheepadoodle dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
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 Labradoodle or Sheepadoodle?	Australian Shepherd dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Labradoodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Sheepadoodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Australian Shepherd or Labradoodle or Sheepadoodle?	Australian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Labradoodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Sheepadoodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Australian Shepherd or Labradoodle or Sheepadoodle?	Australian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Labradoodle dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Sheepadoodle dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Australian Shepherd vs Labradoodle vs Sheepadoodle?	Yes Australian Shepherd dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Labradoodle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Sheepadoodle 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.	No Labradoodle is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Sheepadoodle 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.	Labradoodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Sheepadoodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Australian Shepherd vs Labradoodle vs Sheepadoodle 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.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Australian Shepherd or Labradoodle or Sheepadoodle? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect 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 Shepherd vs Labradoodle vs Sheepadoodle?	Not really Australian Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Labradoodle breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Yes Sheepadoodle breed usually likes 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 Shepherd vs Labradoodle vs Sheepadoodle 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 Labradoodle and Sheepadoodle have?	6-9 puppies, average 7	4-10 puppies	5-8 puppies
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Australian Shepherd vs Labradoodle vs Sheepadoodle 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.	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.	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.
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	Australian Labradoodle Association International Australian Labradoodle Association	No data available

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