Garafian Shepherd vs Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog Comparison – Which dog is better Pastor de Garafía or Heeler?

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Name	Garafian Shepherd	Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog
Origins	Spain	Australia
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Working Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Pastor de Garafía Garafian Shepherd	Heeler Stumpy Stumpy Tail Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Garafian Shepherd vs Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred

Garafian Shepherd vs Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which dog is bigger, Garafian Shepherd or Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog? Is the Garafian Shepherd bigger than the Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog breed? Is a Garafian Shepherd smaller than an Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog?	Large	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Garafian Shepherd or Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog? Garafian Shepherd vs Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog weight comparison:	Male: 62-77 pounds (28-35 kg), Female: 53-66 pounds (24-30 kg)	35-50 lbs (16-23 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 69.5 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 60.5 pounds (27 kg)	42.5 lbs (19.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Garafian Shepherd or Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog? Is a Garafian Shepherd taller than an Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog?	Male: 22-25 inch (57-64 cm), Female: 21.5-24 inch (55-62 cm)	18-20 inches (46-51 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 23.5 inch (60.5 cm), Female: 23 inch (58.5 cm)	19 inches (48.5 cm)

Garafian Shepherd vs Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Garafian Shepherd or Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog? Which is more expensive? What is the difference in price between Garafian Shepherd and Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog?	Unknown	$500-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Garafian Shepherd or Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog?	Average: The Garafian Shepherd is a commonly available dog breed.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

Garafian Shepherd vs Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which dog has more intelligence? Is a Garafian Shepherd or Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog smarter? Which is best? Garafian Shepherd vs Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog intelligence:	Smart: The Garafian 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.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Garafian Shepherd vs Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog trainability comparison. What's the difference between Garafian Shepherd vs Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog?	Garafian Shepherd dogs are easy to train. See more.	Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog dogs are very easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Garafian Shepherd or Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog?	Garafian Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Garafian Shepherd or Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Garafian Shepherd dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List

Garafian Shepherd vs Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Garafian Shepherd or Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog? Garafian Shepherd vs Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Playful Protective Intelligent Friendly Docile Obedient Social Companionable Herding	Energetic Alert Courageous Intelligent Obedient Loyal Devoted Watchful
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Garafian Shepherd vs Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog?	Garafian Shepherd dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. 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: Garafian Shepherd vs Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog?	Average: Garafian Shepherd dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Average to High: Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Garafian Shepherd vs Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog social needs comparison:	Garafian Shepherd dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog dogs are kinda antisocial. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Garafian Shepherd vs Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog?	Garafian Shepherd dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Garafian Shepherd vs Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog? Which can be better for hunting?	Garafian Shepherd dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog 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.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Garafian Shepherd vs Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Garafian Shepherd vs Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog playfulness comparison:	The Garafian Shepherd is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dogs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Garafian Shepherd vs Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog?	Average to High: The Garafian Shepherd is a vocal breed. See more.	Low to Average: The Australian Stumpy Tail 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 Garafian Shepherd or Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Garafian Shepherd breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Garafian Shepherd vs Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Garafian Shepherd dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Garafian Shepherd or Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog?	Garafian Shepherd dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog dogs handle alone time quite well.

Garafian Shepherd vs Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Garafian Shepherd or Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Garafian Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Is a Garafian Shepherd more dangerous than an Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog?	Low 🔽 The Garafian Shepherd has a low chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog has an average chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Garafian Shepherd vs Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog mouthiness comparison:	Garafian Shepherd dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.

Garafian Shepherd vs Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Garafian Shepherd vs Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog health comparison. Which is the healthier: Garafian Shepherd vs Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog?	The Garafian Shepherd is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dogs tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Garafian Shepherd vs Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Garafian Shepherd vs Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog health problems comparison:	No data available	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Blindness Deafness Elbow Dysplasia Retinal Dysplasia Demodectic Mange Collie Eye Anomaly Dental Problems
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Garafian Shepherd vs Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog?	Average The Garafian Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Garafian Shepherd vs Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog lifespan comparison. How long do Garafian Shepherd and Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? What is the age limit of the Garafian Shepherd and Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog?	9-13 years The average lifespan of Garafian Shepherd: 11 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Garafian Shepherd vs Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog?	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.

Garafian Shepherd vs Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Garafian Shepherd vs Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Garafian Shepherd or Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog? Does the Garafian Shepherd breed eat more than the Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog breed?	3 to 4.5 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? Garafian Shepherd vs Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Garafian Shepherd's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Garafian Shepherd vs Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Garafian Shepherd vs Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog coat comparison:	Dense Soft Thick Dense Undercoat Abundant	Dense Straight Harsh
Colors What are the original Garafian Shepherd and Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog color? Garafian Shepherd vs Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog color comparison:	Fawn Yellow Orange Grey Brown & Yellow Reddish-Brown Golden Yellow	Black Red speckled Blue speckled
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Garafian Shepherd or Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog? Garafian Shepherd vs Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog grooming comparison:	Average: The Garafian Shepherd requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Garafian Shepherd or Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog? Do Garafian Shepherd dogs shed more than Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog dogs?	Garafian Shepherd dogs shed above average. See more.	Australian Stumpy Tail 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: Garafian Shepherd or Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Garafian Shepherd vs Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Garafian Shepherd or Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog?	Medium ⏺ The Garafian Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? What's the difference between Garafian Shepherd vs Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog?	The Garafian Shepherd is an average drooler. See more.	The Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Garafian Shepherd vs Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog Good With Comparison

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

Garafian Shepherd vs Australian Stumpy Tail 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.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Garafian Shepherd or Australian Stumpy Tail 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.
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.
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.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Garafian Shepherd vs Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog?	Not really Garafian Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Australian Stumpy Tail 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.
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.

Garafian Shepherd vs Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	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.
Litter Size How many puppies can Garafian Shepherd and Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog have? Garafian Shepherd vs Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog litter size comparison:	1-11 puppies	4-6 puppies
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Garafian Shepherd vs Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	No data available	No data available

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