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Name	Brittany	Miniature American Shepherd	Australian Cattle Dog
Origins	France	United States	Australia
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Group	Gun Dog	Working Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
Popularity Rank	26	35	56
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Other Names What other names do they have?	American Brittany Brittany Spaniel Epagneul Breton	Ameri Mini American North American Shepherd	Blue Heeler Cattle Dog Red Heeler Queensland Heeler
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Brittany vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Australian Cattle Dog breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Brittany vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Australian Cattle Dog Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Brittany or Miniature American Shepherd or Australian Cattle Dog? Which is the smallest dog, Brittany or Miniature American Shepherd or Australian Cattle Dog?	Medium	Small Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Brittany or Miniature American Shepherd or Miniature American Shepherd? Brittany vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Australian Cattle Dog weight comparison:	Male: 35-40 pounds (16-18 kg), Females: 30-40 pounds (14-18 kg)	15-35 pounds (6-16 kg)	30-62 pounds (13-28 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Females: 35 pounds (16 kg)	25 pounds (11 kg)	46 pounds (20.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Brittany or Miniature American Shepherd or Australian Cattle Dog? Brittany vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Australian Cattle Dog height comparison:	Male: 17-21 inches (43-53 cm), Female: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm)	Male: 14–18 inches (36–46 cm), Female: 13–17 inches (33–43 cm)	Male: 17-20 inches (43-51 cm), Female: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 19 inches (48 cm), Female: 19 inches (48.5 cm)	Male: 14–18 inches (36–46 cm), Female: 13–17 inches (33–43 cm)	Male: 18.5 inches (47 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm)

Brittany vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Australian Cattle Dog Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Brittany or Miniature American Shepherd or Australian Cattle Dog? Which is more expensive?	$700-$800	$900-$1000	$500-$700
Availability Which is easier to get, Brittany or Miniature American Shepherd or Australian Cattle Dog?	Very frequent: The Brittany is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Miniature American Shepherd is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Australian Cattle Dog is quite easy to get.

Brittany vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Australian Cattle Dog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Brittany vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Australian Cattle Dog intelligence:	Very smart: Brittany is an excellent dog breed. See more.	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.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Brittany vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Australian Cattle Dog trainability comparison.	Brittany dogs are easy to train. See more.	Miniature American Shepherd dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Australian Cattle Dog dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Brittany or Miniature American Shepherd or Australian Cattle Dog?	Brittany dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Miniature American Shepherd dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Australian Cattle Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Brittany or Miniature American Shepherd or Australian Cattle Dog? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Brittany dogs are average defenders. See more.	Miniature American Shepherd dogs are average defenders. See more.	Australian Cattle Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Brittany vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Australian Cattle Dog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Brittany or Miniature American Shepherd or Australian Cattle Dog? Brittany vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Australian Cattle Dog behavior/temperament comparison:	Independent Alert Intelligent Responsive Social	Energetic Intelligent Loyal Devoted	Energetic Protective Alert Intelligent Responsive Loyal Aggressive
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Brittany 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.	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: Brittany vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Australian Cattle Dog?	High: Brittany dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Miniature American Shepherd dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average: Australian Cattle Dog dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Brittany vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Australian Cattle Dog social needs comparison:	Brittany dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Miniature American Shepherd dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Australian Cattle Dog 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 Brittany is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Miniature American Shepherd 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 Cattle Dog is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Brittany dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Miniature American Shepherd 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.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Brittany vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Australian Cattle Dog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Brittany vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Australian Cattle Dog playfulness comparison:	The Brittany is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Miniature American Shepherd is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Australian Cattle Dog is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Brittany vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Australian Cattle Dog?	Average: The Brittany barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Miniature American Shepherd rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Australian Cattle Dog 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 Brittany or Miniature American Shepherd or Australian Cattle Dog?	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 Brittany 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 Miniature American Shepherd indoors.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Australian Cattle Dog breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Brittany vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Australian Cattle Dog Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Brittany dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Miniature American Shepherd dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Average: Australian Cattle Dog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Brittany or Miniature American Shepherd or Australian Cattle Dog?	Brittany 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.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Brittany vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Australian Cattle Dog Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Brittany or Miniature American Shepherd or Australian Cattle Dog?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Brittany bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Miniature American Shepherd bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Australian Cattle Dog 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 Brittany has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Miniature American Shepherd has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Australian Cattle Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Brittany vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Australian Cattle Dog mouthiness comparison:	Brittany dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Miniature American Shepherd dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Australian Cattle Dog dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.

Brittany vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Australian Cattle Dog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Brittany vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Australian Cattle Dog health comparison. Which is the healthier: Brittany vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Australian Cattle Dog?	The Brittany is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Miniature American Shepherds 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.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Brittany vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Australian Cattle Dog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Brittany vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Australian Cattle Dog health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Epilepsy	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Deafness
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Brittany should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Miniature American Shepherd 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.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Brittany vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Australian Cattle Dog lifespan comparison. How long do Brittany, Miniature American Shepherd and Australian Cattle Dog breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Brittany: 13 years	13-15 years The average lifespan of Miniature American Shepherd: 14 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Australian Cattle Dog: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Brittany vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Australian Cattle Dog?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Brittany 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 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.

Brittany vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Australian Cattle Dog Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Brittany vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Australian Cattle Dog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Brittany or Miniature American Shepherd or Australian Cattle Dog?	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.	1 to 1.5 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.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Brittany vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Australian Cattle Dog weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Brittany has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Miniature American Shepherd has an 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.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Brittany vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Australian Cattle Dog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Brittany vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Australian Cattle Dog coat comparison:	Feathered	Smooth	Dense
Colors What are the original Brittany, Miniature American Shepherd and Australian Cattle Dog color?	White Orange Liver Roan	Black Blue White Merle	Red Blue Speckled Mottled
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Brittany or Miniature American Shepherd or Australian Cattle Dog? Brittany vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Australian Cattle Dog grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Brittany doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Miniature American Shepherd doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Australian Cattle Dog requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Brittany or Miniature American Shepherd or Australian Cattle Dog? Brittany or Miniature American Shepherd or {name3 shedding:	Brittany dogs are low shedders. See more.	Miniature American Shepherd dogs shed moderately. See more.	Australian Cattle Dog 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: Brittany or Miniature American Shepherd or Australian Cattle Dog?	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.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Brittany vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Australian Cattle Dog 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, Brittany vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Australian Cattle Dog?	Medium ⏺ The Brittany has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Miniature American Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Australian Cattle Dog has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Brittany is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Miniature American Shepherd is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Australian Cattle Dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Brittany vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Australian Cattle Dog Good With Comparison

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

Brittany vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Australian Cattle Dog 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: Brittany or Miniature American Shepherd or Australian Cattle Dog? 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: Brittany vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Australian Cattle Dog?	Not really Brittany breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Miniature American Shepherd 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.
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.

Brittany vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Australian Cattle Dog 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 Brittany and Miniature American Shepherd and Australian Cattle Dog have?	1-11 puppies, average 6	2-6 puppies	1-7 puppies, average 5
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Brittany vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Australian Cattle Dog Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1934 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2015 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1980 as a Herding breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	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	No data available	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

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