Beagle vs Australian Kelpie Comparison – Which dog is better English Beagle or Australischer Kelpie?

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Name	Beagle	Australian Kelpie
Origins	England	Australia
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Working Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Beagle and Australian Kelpie. What other names are these breeds known by?	English Beagle	Australischer Kelpie Barb Kelpie Australian Sheepdog
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Beagle and an Australian Kelpie. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Purebred

Beagle vs Australian Kelpie Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Beagle or an Australian Kelpie? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Small	Medium
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Beagle and an Australian Kelpie. Which breed is heavier?	Male: 22-25 pounds (10-11 kg), Female: 20-23 pounds (9-10 kg)	25-45 pounds (11-20 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 23.5 pounds (10.5 kg), Female: 21.5 pounds (9.5 kg)	35 pounds (15.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Beagle or Australian Kelpie? Is a Beagle taller than an Australian Kelpie?	Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm)	17-20 inches (43-51 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm)	18.5 inches (47 cm)

Beagle vs Australian Kelpie Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Beagle and an Australian Kelpie. Which breed costs more?	$500-$800	$500-$700
Availability Which is easier to get, Beagle or Australian Kelpie?	Very frequent: The Beagle 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.

Beagle vs Australian Kelpie Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Beagle or an Australian Kelpie? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. 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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Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a Beagle or an Australian Kelpie? Compare training requirements.	Beagle dogs are easy to train. See more.	Australian Kelpie dogs are very easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: a Beagle or an Australian Kelpie? Compare alertness levels.	Beagle dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog. See more.	Australian Kelpie dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Beagle or an Australian Kelpie? Compare territorial behaviors.	Beagle dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	Australian Kelpie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Beagle vs Australian Kelpie Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Beagle and an Australian Kelpie. How do their temperaments differ?	Loving Independent Intelligent Friendly Lively Gentle Sweet	Energetic Alert Intelligent Friendly Loyal Robust Eager
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Beagle vs Australian Kelpie?	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: Beagle vs Australian Kelpie?	High: Beagle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: Australian Kelpie dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
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Social Needs Beagle vs Australian Kelpie social needs comparison:	Beagle dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Australian Kelpie dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Beagle vs Australian Kelpie?	Beagle dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Australian Kelpie is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Beagle vs Australian Kelpie? Which can be better for hunting?	Beagle dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Australian Kelpie 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

Beagle vs Australian Kelpie Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Beagle or an Australian Kelpie? Compare vocalization tendencies.	A lot: Beagle is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Low to Average: The Australian Kelpie rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: a Beagle or an Australian Kelpie? Compare play drive and energy.	The Beagle is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Australian Kelpie is a playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a Beagle or an Australian Kelpie? Compare living space needs.	It is not recommended to keep the Beagle breed in the home.	It is not recommended to keep the Australian Kelpie breed in the home.
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Beagle vs Australian Kelpie Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a Beagle or an Australian Kelpie? Compare adaptability levels.	Beagle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Australian Kelpie dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Beagle or Australian Kelpie?	Beagle dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Beagle vs Australian Kelpie Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: a Beagle or an Australian Kelpie? Compare biting tendencies.	Low 🔽 The Beagle has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Australian Kelpie has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: a Beagle or an Australian Kelpie? Compare mouthing behaviors.	Beagle dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Australian Kelpie dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: a Beagle or an Australian Kelpie? Compare bite force PSI.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Beagle bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Australian Kelpie bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Beagle vs Australian Kelpie Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Beagle or an Australian Kelpie? Compare average lifespans.	11-15 years The average lifespan of Beagle: 13 years	10-14 years The average lifespan of Australian Kelpie: 12 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Beagle or an Australian Kelpie? Compare climate tolerances.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between a Beagle and an Australian Kelpie. Which breed is healthier?	The Beagle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Australian Kelpies tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Beagle vs Australian Kelpie?	Average The Beagle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Australian Kelpie should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Beagle vs Australian Kelpie? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Beagle vs Australian Kelpie health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Intervertebral Disk Disease Cherry Eye Distichiasis Glaucoma Beagle Dwarfism Chinese Beagle Syndrome	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Osteoarthritis Cerebellar Abiotrophy Collie Eye Anomaly

Beagle vs Australian Kelpie Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: a Beagle or an Australian Kelpie? Compare activity levels.	Beagle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Australian Kelpie dogs are high-energy dogs.
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Beagle vs Australian Kelpie exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Beagle or Australian Kelpie? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Beagle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Australian Kelpie dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Beagle or Australian Kelpie?	Beagle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Australian Kelpie dogs don't need too much sleep.
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Beagle vs Australian Kelpie Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Beagle or an Australian Kelpie? Compare obesity risks.	High: The Beagle breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Low to Average: The Australian Kelpie has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
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Food Consumption Which eats more: a Beagle or an Australian Kelpie? Compare daily food needs.	0.5 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
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Beagle vs Australian Kelpie Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Beagle or an Australian Kelpie? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	No See more.
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Coat Colors What color variations exist for Beagle and Australian Kelpie? Compare breed colors.	Black Tan Red White Tricolor	Black Tan Red Blue Brown Fawn Chocolate
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Beagle or an Australian Kelpie? Compare maintenance needs.	Effortless: The Beagle requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Australian Kelpie requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: a Beagle or an Australian Kelpie? Compare drooling amounts.	The Beagle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Australian Kelpie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a Beagle or an Australian Kelpie? Compare natural smell levels.	High 🔼 The Beagle has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Australian Kelpie has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Beagle and an Australian Kelpie? Compare fur types.	Dense	Double
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Beagle or an Australian Kelpie? Compare bathing frequencies.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Beagle or Australian Kelpie? Do Beagle dogs shed more than Australian Kelpie dogs?	Beagle dogs shed moderately. See more.	Australian Kelpie dogs shed moderately. See more.
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Beagle vs Australian Kelpie Good With Comparison

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

Beagle vs Australian Kelpie As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Beagle or an Australian Kelpie? Compare service capabilities.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Which is better for therapy work: a Beagle or an Australian Kelpie? Compare therapy capabilities.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: a Beagle or an Australian Kelpie? Compare scenting abilities.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search & Rescue Potential Which is better for search and rescue: a Beagle or an Australian Kelpie? Compare SAR abilities.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability Which is better on boats: a Beagle or an Australian Kelpie? Compare maritime abilities.	Yes Beagle breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Australian Kelpie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a Beagle or an Australian Kelpie? Compare draft work capabilities.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Military Service Background Compare military history between Beagle and Australian Kelpie. Which has stronger military background?	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.

Beagle vs Australian Kelpie Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Beagle and Australian Kelpie. Which has larger litters?	2-14 puppies, average 7	4-7 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Beagle and Australian Kelpie breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Beagle and Australian Kelpie. Which needs longer recovery?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Beagle vs Australian Kelpie Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Beagle and Australian Kelpie. Which groups do they belong to?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Beagle and Australian Kelpie. Which groups are they in?	Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Beagle and Australian Kelpie. Which is more widely recognized?	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	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

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