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Name	German Shorthaired Pointer	Miniature American Shepherd	Australian Shepherd
Origins	Germany	United States	United States
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Group	Gun Dog	Working Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
Popularity Rank	10	35	17
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for German Shorthaired Pointer, Miniature American Shepherd, and Australian Shepherd breeds.	Deutscher Kurzhaariger Vorstehhund Kurzhaar Deutsch Kurzhaar GSP Dog	Ameri Mini American North American Shepherd	Little Blue Dog Aussie
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between German Shorthaired Pointer, Miniature American Shepherd, and Australian Shepherd? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Australian Shepherd Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between German Shorthaired Pointer, Miniature American Shepherd, and Australian Shepherd. Which breed is the largest?	Large Medium	Small Medium	Large
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between German Shorthaired Pointer, Miniature American Shepherd, and Australian Shepherd? Compare adult weight ranges.	Male: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg)	15-35 pounds (6-16 kg)	Male: 50-65 pounds (25-29 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg)	25 pounds (11 kg)	Male: 57.5 pounds (27 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, German Shorthaired Pointer or Miniature American Shepherd or Australian Shepherd? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Australian Shepherd height comparison:	Male: 23-25 inches (59-64 cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm)	Male: 14–18 inches (36–46 cm), Female: 13–17 inches (33–43 cm)	Male: 20-23 inches (52-58cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46–53 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 24 inches (61.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm)	Male: 14–18 inches (36–46 cm), Female: 13–17 inches (33–43 cm)	Male: 21.5 inches (55 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (46–53 cm)

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Australian Shepherd Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for German Shorthaired Pointer, Miniature American Shepherd, and Australian Shepherd. Find price differences between these breeds.	$600-$800	$900-$1000	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, German Shorthaired Pointer or Miniature American Shepherd or Australian Shepherd?	Very frequent: The German Shorthaired Pointer is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Miniature American Shepherd is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Australian Shepherd is quite easy to get.

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Australian Shepherd Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between German Shorthaired Pointer, Miniature American Shepherd, and Australian Shepherd. Which breed ranks highest?	Very smart: German Shorthaired Pointer 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.	Smart: The Australian Shepherd dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between German Shorthaired Pointer, Miniature American Shepherd, and Australian Shepherd. Which is easiest to train?	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Miniature American Shepherd dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs are very easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of German Shorthaired Pointer, Miniature American Shepherd, and Australian Shepherd. Which breed is most alert?	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Miniature American Shepherd dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between German Shorthaired Pointer, Miniature American Shepherd, and Australian Shepherd. Which breed is most protective?	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average defenders. See more.	Miniature American Shepherd dogs are average defenders. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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German Shorthaired Pointer vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Australian Shepherd Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between German Shorthaired Pointer, Miniature American Shepherd, and Australian Shepherd? Compare temperaments.	Intelligent Affectionate Trainable Bold Cooperative Boisterous	Energetic Intelligent Loyal Devoted	Active Loving Protective Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Good-natured
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	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.	Sensitive: Australian Shepherd 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: German Shorthaired Pointer vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Australian Shepherd?	Average to High: German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average to High: Miniature American Shepherd dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average to High: Australian Shepherd dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Australian Shepherd social needs comparison:	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Miniature American Shepherd dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. 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.	Australian Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	German Shorthaired Pointer 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 Shepherd 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

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Australian Shepherd Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of German Shorthaired Pointer, Miniature American Shepherd, and Australian Shepherd. Which breed is most vocal?	Average: The German Shorthaired Pointer barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Miniature American Shepherd rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Australian Shepherd rarely barks. See more.
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Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between German Shorthaired Pointer, Miniature American Shepherd, and Australian Shepherd. Which breed is most playful?	The German Shorthaired Pointer is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Miniature American Shepherd is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Australian Shepherd is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of German Shorthaired Pointer, Miniature American Shepherd, and Australian Shepherd. Which adapts best to small spaces?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the German Shorthaired Pointer breed.	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.	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.
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German Shorthaired Pointer vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Australian Shepherd Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between German Shorthaired Pointer, Miniature American Shepherd, and Australian Shepherd. Which breed is most flexible?	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Miniature American Shepherd dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Australian Shepherd dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: German Shorthaired Pointer or Miniature American Shepherd or Australian Shepherd?	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.	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.

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Australian Shepherd Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Compare biting potential between German Shorthaired Pointer, Miniature American Shepherd, and Australian Shepherd. Which has lowest bite risk?	Low 🔽 The German Shorthaired Pointer has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Miniature American Shepherd has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Australian Shepherd has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Compare mouthing tendencies between German Shorthaired Pointer, Miniature American Shepherd, and Australian Shepherd. Which uses mouth most during play?	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs have a higher than 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 Shepherd dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Compare bite forces between German Shorthaired Pointer, Miniature American Shepherd, and Australian Shepherd. Which has the strongest bite?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ German Shorthaired Pointer bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Miniature American Shepherd bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Australian Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Australian Shepherd Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of German Shorthaired Pointer, Miniature American Shepherd, and Australian Shepherd. Which breed lives longest?	12-14 years The average lifespan of German Shorthaired Pointer: 13 years	13-15 years The average lifespan of Miniature American Shepherd: 14 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Australian Shepherd: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between German Shorthaired Pointer, Miniature American Shepherd, and Australian Shepherd. Which handles climate changes best?	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.	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.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in German Shorthaired Pointer, Miniature American Shepherd, and Australian Shepherd. Which has fewer health issues?	German Shorthaired Pointers are commonly healthy dogs.	Miniature American Shepherds tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Australian Shepherd is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The German Shorthaired Pointer should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably 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 Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: German Shorthaired Pointer vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Australian Shepherd? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Australian Shepherd health problems comparison:	Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Entropion Osteochondrosis Dissecans Cardiomyopathy Pannus Gastric Torsion Canine Hip Dysplasia (CHD) Lymphedema	No data available	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

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Australian Shepherd Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between German Shorthaired Pointer, Miniature American Shepherd, and Australian Shepherd. Which breed is most active?	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are high-energy dogs.	Miniature American Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.	Australian Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need German Shorthaired Pointer vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Australian Shepherd exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: German Shorthaired Pointer or Miniature American Shepherd or Australian Shepherd? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs need a lot of exercises.	Miniature American Shepherd dogs have an average exercise need.	Australian Shepherd dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: German Shorthaired Pointer or Miniature American Shepherd or Australian Shepherd?	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs don't need too much sleep.	Miniature American Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.	Australian Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.
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German Shorthaired Pointer vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Australian Shepherd Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between German Shorthaired Pointer, Miniature American Shepherd, and Australian Shepherd. Which is most prone to obesity?	Average: The German Shorthaired Pointer 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 Shepherd's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between German Shorthaired Pointer, Miniature American Shepherd, and Australian Shepherd. Which needs most food?	3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two 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.
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German Shorthaired Pointer vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Australian Shepherd Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of German Shorthaired Pointer, Miniature American Shepherd, and Australian Shepherd. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Coat Colors Compare color variations between German Shorthaired Pointer, Miniature American Shepherd, and Australian Shepherd. What colors are available?	Black White Liver Roan Copper	Black Blue White Merle	Black Red Blue Merle
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between German Shorthaired Pointer, Miniature American Shepherd, and Australian Shepherd. Which requires most maintenance?	Effortless: The German Shorthaired Pointer requires minimal grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Miniature American Shepherd doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Australian Shepherd requires average grooming effort. See more.
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Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between German Shorthaired Pointer, Miniature American Shepherd, and Australian Shepherd. Which drools least?	The German Shorthaired Pointer 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 Shepherd is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between German Shorthaired Pointer, Miniature American Shepherd, and Australian Shepherd. Which has least natural smell?	Medium ⏺ The German Shorthaired Pointer has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Miniature American Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Australian Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between German Shorthaired Pointer, Miniature American Shepherd, and Australian Shepherd. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Dense	Smooth	Feathered
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between German Shorthaired Pointer, Miniature American Shepherd, and Australian Shepherd. Which requires most frequent baths?	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.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more German Shorthaired Pointer or Miniature American Shepherd or Australian Shepherd? German Shorthaired Pointer or Miniature American Shepherd or {name3 shedding:	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs shed moderately. See more.	Miniature American Shepherd dogs shed moderately. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs shed moderately. See more.
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German Shorthaired Pointer vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Australian Shepherd Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between German Shorthaired Pointer, Miniature American Shepherd, and Australian Shepherd. Which is best with kids?	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Miniature American Shepherd dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Australian Shepherd dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
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Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Miniature American Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.	Australian Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly German Shorthaired Pointer or Miniature American Shepherd or Australian Shepherd? Which dog is more friendly?	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Miniature American Shepherd dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Australian Shepherd dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly German Shorthaired Pointer or Miniature American Shepherd or Australian Shepherd?	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Miniature American Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Australian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly German Shorthaired Pointer or Miniature American Shepherd or Australian Shepherd?	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Miniature American Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Australian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: German Shorthaired Pointer vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Australian Shepherd?	Yes German Shorthaired Pointer 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 Shepherd dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No German Shorthaired Pointer is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Miniature American Shepherd is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Australian Shepherd is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	German Shorthaired Pointers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Miniature American Shepherds are usually recommended for elderly people.	Australian Shepherds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Australian Shepherd As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between German Shorthaired Pointer, Miniature American Shepherd, and Australian Shepherd. Which is best suited for service work?	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 Work Suitability Compare therapy dog potential between German Shorthaired Pointer, Miniature American Shepherd, and Australian Shepherd. Which excels in therapy work?	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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Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between German Shorthaired Pointer, Miniature American Shepherd, and Australian Shepherd. Which has best nose work ability?	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.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search & Rescue Potential Compare search and rescue potential between German Shorthaired Pointer, Miniature American Shepherd, and Australian Shepherd. Which is best for SAR work?	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.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability Compare boating aptitude between German Shorthaired Pointer, Miniature American Shepherd, and Australian Shepherd. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really German Shorthaired Pointer 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 Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between German Shorthaired Pointer, Miniature American Shepherd, and Australian Shepherd. Which is best for draft work?	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.
Military Service Background Compare military service history of German Shorthaired Pointer, Miniature American Shepherd, and Australian Shepherd. Which has most military use?	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.

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Australian Shepherd Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of German Shorthaired Pointer, Miniature American Shepherd, and Australian Shepherd. Which has most puppies?	7-12 puppies	2-6 puppies	6-9 puppies, average 7
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of German Shorthaired Pointer, Miniature American Shepherd, and Australian Shepherd. Any breeding differences?	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding intervals between German Shorthaired Pointer, Miniature American Shepherd, and Australian Shepherd. What's recommended?	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.

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Australian Shepherd Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for German Shorthaired Pointer, Miniature American Shepherd, and Australian Shepherd. How are they classified?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1930 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2015 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1991 as a Herding breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for German Shorthaired Pointer, Miniature American Shepherd, and Australian Shepherd. How are they classified internationally?	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 Sheepdogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of German Shorthaired Pointer, Miniature American Shepherd, and Australian Shepherd. Which has most recognition?	American Kennel Club Canadian Kennel Club Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain Australian National Kennel Council New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club	No data available	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

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