Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Auggie Comparison – Which dog is better Mini Aussie or Auggi?

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Name	Miniature Australian Shepherd	Auggie
Origins	United States	United States United Kingdom
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Designer Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Mini Aussie Mini Aussie Shepherd Mini Australian Shepherd Miniature Aussie Shepherd North American Shepherd North American Miniature Australian Shepherd	Auggi Augi Augie Aussie-Corgi
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Auggie breed type comparison:	Purebred	Cross Breed

Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Auggie Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which dog is bigger, Miniature Australian Shepherd or Auggie? Is the Miniature Australian Shepherd bigger than the Auggie breed? Is a Miniature Australian Shepherd smaller than an Auggie?	Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Miniature Australian Shepherd or Auggie? Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Auggie weight comparison:	20–40 pounds (9-18 kg)	20-30 pounds (9-14 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	30 pounds (13.5 kg)	25 pounds (11.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Miniature Australian Shepherd or Auggie? Is a Miniature Australian Shepherd taller than an Auggie?	13–18 inches (33-46 cm)	10 - 13 inches (25 - 32 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	15.5 inches (39.5 cm)	11.5 inches (29 cm)

Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Auggie Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Miniature Australian Shepherd or Auggie? Which is more expensive? What is the difference in price between Miniature Australian Shepherd and Auggie?	$1000-$2000	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Miniature Australian Shepherd or Auggie?	Average: The Miniature Australian Shepherd is a commonly available dog breed.	Frequent: The Auggie is easier than average to get.

Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Auggie Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

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

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Miniature Australian Shepherd or Auggie? Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Auggie behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Loving Protective Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Good-natured	Curious Playful Energetic Alert Affectionate Frisky
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Auggie?	Sensitive: Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Auggie?	Average to High: Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Auggie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Auggie social needs comparison:	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are a social breed. See more.	Auggie dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Auggie?	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Auggie dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Auggie? Which can be better for hunting?	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Auggie 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

Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Auggie Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Auggie playfulness comparison:	The Miniature Australian Shepherd is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Auggie is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Auggie?	Low to Average: The Miniature Australian Shepherd rarely barks. See more.	Average to High: The Auggie is a vocal breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Miniature Australian Shepherd or Auggie?	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 Australian Shepherd indoors.	It is not recommended to keep the Auggie breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Auggie Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Auggie dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Miniature Australian Shepherd or Auggie?	Miniature 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.	Auggie dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Auggie Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Auggie Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Auggie health comparison. Which is the healthier: Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Auggie?	The Miniature Australian Shepherd is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Auggie 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: Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Auggie? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Auggie health problems comparison:	Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Drug Sensitivity Retinal Dysplasia Glaucoma Juvenile Cataracts Iris Coloboma	Eye Problems Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Epilepsy Blindness Deafness Drug Sensitivity Degenerative Myelopathy Obesity Back Issues Joint Dysplasia Urinary Stones
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Auggie?	Average The Miniature Australian Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Auggie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Auggie lifespan comparison. How long do Miniature Australian Shepherd and Auggie breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? What is the age limit of the Miniature Australian Shepherd and Auggie?	9-13 years The average lifespan of Miniature Australian Shepherd: 11 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Auggie: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Auggie?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Miniature Australian Shepherd can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Auggie can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Auggie Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Auggie Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Miniature Australian Shepherd or Auggie? Does the Miniature Australian Shepherd breed eat more than the Auggie breed?	1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2 to 3 cups of a high-quality dog food a day.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Auggie weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Miniature Australian Shepherd has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Auggie's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Auggie Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Auggie coat comparison:	Feathered	Dense Silky Long
Colors What are the original Miniature Australian Shepherd and Auggie color? Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Auggie color comparison:	Red Red Merle White & Black & Tan Blue Merle	Black Tan White Brown Tricolor
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Miniature Australian Shepherd or Auggie? Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Auggie grooming comparison:	Average: The Miniature Australian Shepherd requires average grooming effort. See more.	Advanced: The Auggie requires a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Miniature Australian Shepherd or Auggie? Do Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs shed more than Auggie dogs?	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs shed moderately. See more.	Auggie dogs are heavy shedders. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Miniature Australian Shepherd or Auggie?	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.
Hypoallergenic Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Auggie hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Miniature Australian Shepherd or Auggie?	Medium ⏺ The Miniature Australian Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Auggie has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? What's the difference between Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Auggie?	The Miniature Australian Shepherd is an average drooler. See more.	The Auggie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Auggie Good With Comparison

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

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

Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Auggie 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 Miniature Australian Shepherd and Auggie have? Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Auggie litter size comparison:	2-6 puppies	4 to 6 puppies
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Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Auggie 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?	America's Pet Registry American Canine Association, Inc.	Not recognized by any clubs.

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