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Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle vs Havanese Comparison - Dog breed selector: Mini Aussie or Barboncino Miniatura or Bichon Habanero? Find the right dog for you

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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Miniature Australian Shepherd, Miniature Poodle, and Havanese breeds.
Mini Aussie
Mini Aussie Shepherd
Mini Australian Shepherd
Miniature Aussie Shepherd
North American Shepherd
North American Miniature Australian Shepherd
Barboncino Miniatura
Barbone
Carniche Moyen
Pudle
Zwergpudel
Bichon Habanero
Bichon Havanais
Bichon Havanes
Havanese Cuban Bichon
Havaneser
Havanezer
Bichon Havanese
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Miniature Australian Shepherd, Miniature Poodle, and Havanese? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle vs Havanese Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Miniature Australian Shepherd, Miniature Poodle, and Havanese. Which breed is the largest?
Medium Small Small
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Miniature Australian Shepherd, Miniature Poodle, and Havanese? Compare adult weight ranges.
20–40 pounds (9-18 kg) 15-17 pounds (7-8 kg) 7-13 pounds (3-6 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
30 pounds (13.5 kg) 16 pounds (7.5 kg) 10 pounds (4.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Miniature Australian Shepherd or Miniature Poodle or Havanese? Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle vs Havanese height comparison:
13–18 inches (33-46 cm) 11-15 inches (28-38 cm) 8-11 inches (21-29 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
15.5 inches (39.5 cm) 13 inches (33 cm) 10 inches (25 cm)

Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle vs Havanese Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Miniature Australian Shepherd, Miniature Poodle, and Havanese. Find price differences between these breeds.
$1000-$2000 $1000-$1500 $900-$1200
Availability
Which is easier to get, Miniature Australian Shepherd or Miniature Poodle or Havanese?
Average: The Miniature Australian 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.
Very frequent: The Havanese is quite easy to get.

Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle vs Havanese Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Miniature Australian Shepherd, Miniature Poodle, and Havanese. Which breed ranks highest?
Smart: The Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs have great intelligence.
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Outstanding: Miniature Poodle is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Miniature Australian Shepherd, Miniature Poodle, and Havanese. Which is easiest to train?
Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are very easy to train.
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Miniature Poodle dogs are very easy to train.
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Havanese dogs are very easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Miniature Australian Shepherd, Miniature Poodle, and Havanese. Which breed is most alert?
Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Miniature Poodle dogs are good watchdogs.
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Havanese dogs are good watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Miniature Australian Shepherd, Miniature Poodle, and Havanese. Which breed is most protective?
Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Miniature Poodle dogs are average defenders.
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Havanese dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle vs Havanese Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Miniature Australian Shepherd, Miniature Poodle, and Havanese? Compare temperaments.
Active
Loving
Protective
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Good-natured
Active
Alert
Intelligent
Trainable
Faithful
Instinctual
Playful
Intelligent
Responsive
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Companionable
Sturdy
Amiable
Charming
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Sensitive: Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle vs Havanese?
Average to High: Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: Miniature Poodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Havanese dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle vs Havanese social needs comparison:
Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are a social breed.
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Miniature Poodle dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Havanese dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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Miniature Poodle dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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Havanese dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Miniature Poodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Havanese dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle vs Havanese Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Miniature Australian Shepherd, Miniature Poodle, and Havanese. Which breed is most vocal?
Low to Average: The Miniature Australian Shepherd rarely barks.
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Average to High: The Miniature Poodle is a vocal breed.
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Low to Average: The Havanese rarely barks.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Miniature Australian Shepherd, Miniature Poodle, and Havanese. Which breed is most playful?
The Miniature Australian Shepherd is a highly playful breed.
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The Miniature Poodle is a playful breed.
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The Havanese is a highly playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Miniature Australian Shepherd, Miniature Poodle, and Havanese. Which adapts best to small spaces?
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.
Very house-friendly dog the Miniature Poodle breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Havanese breed.

Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle vs Havanese Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Miniature Australian Shepherd, Miniature Poodle, and Havanese. Which breed is most flexible?
Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Miniature Poodle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Havanese dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Miniature Australian Shepherd or Miniature Poodle or Havanese?
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.
Miniature Poodle dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Havanese 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 Miniature Poodle vs Havanese Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Miniature Australian Shepherd, Miniature Poodle, and Havanese. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The Miniature Australian Shepherd has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Miniature Poodle has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Havanese has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Miniature Australian Shepherd, Miniature Poodle, and Havanese. Which uses mouth most during play?
Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Miniature Poodle dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Havanese dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Miniature Australian Shepherd, Miniature Poodle, and Havanese. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Miniature Australian Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Miniature Poodle bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Havanese bite force: Weak.

Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle vs Havanese Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Miniature Australian Shepherd, Miniature Poodle, and Havanese. Which breed lives longest?
9-13 years
The average lifespan of Miniature Australian Shepherd: 11 years
14-16 years
The average lifespan of Miniature Poodle: 15 years
14-16 years
The average lifespan of Havanese: 15 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Miniature Australian Shepherd, Miniature Poodle, and Havanese. Which handles climate changes best?
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.
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Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Miniature Australian Shepherd, Miniature Poodle, and Havanese. Which has fewer health issues?
The Miniature Australian Shepherd is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Miniature Poodle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Havanese is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Miniature Australian Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Miniature Poodle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Havanese should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle vs Havanese? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle vs Havanese health problems comparison:
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Drug Sensitivity
Retinal Dysplasia
Glaucoma
Juvenile Cataracts
Iris Coloboma
Hip Dysplasia
Bloat
Epilepsy
Addison's Disease
Cataracts
Heart Murmurs
Hip Dysplasia
Legg-perthes Disease
Patellar Luxation
Deafness
Chondrodysplasia
Elbow Dysplasia
Mitral Valve Disease
Portosystemic Liver Shunt

Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle vs Havanese Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Miniature Australian Shepherd, Miniature Poodle, and Havanese. Which breed is most active?
Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.
Miniature Poodle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Havanese dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle vs Havanese exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Miniature Australian Shepherd or Miniature Poodle or Havanese? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs need a lot of exercises.
Miniature Poodle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Havanese dogs exercise need is very minimal.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Miniature Australian Shepherd or Miniature Poodle or Havanese?
Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.
Miniature Poodle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Havanese dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.

Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle vs Havanese Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Miniature Australian Shepherd, Miniature Poodle, and Havanese. Which is most prone to obesity?
Average: The Miniature Australian Shepherd has an average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Miniature Poodle's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Havanese's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Miniature Australian Shepherd, Miniature Poodle, and Havanese. Which needs most food?
1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 0.5 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.

Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle vs Havanese Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Miniature Australian Shepherd, Miniature Poodle, and Havanese. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Miniature Australian Shepherd, Miniature Poodle, and Havanese. What colors are available?
Red
Red Merle
White & Black & Tan
Blue Merle
Black
Gray
Red
Blue
Cream
White
Silver
Brown
Fawn
Beige
Apricot
Black
White
Fawn
Reddish-Brown
Havana Brown
Tobacco
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Miniature Australian Shepherd, Miniature Poodle, and Havanese. Which requires most maintenance?
Average: The Miniature Australian Shepherd requires average grooming effort.
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Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Average: The Havanese requires average grooming effort.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Miniature Australian Shepherd, Miniature Poodle, and Havanese. Which drools least?
The Miniature Australian Shepherd is an average drooler.
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The Miniature Poodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Havanese is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Miniature Australian Shepherd, Miniature Poodle, and Havanese. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The Miniature Australian Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Miniature Poodle has a low chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Havanese has a low chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Miniature Australian Shepherd, Miniature Poodle, and Havanese. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Feathered Dense
Curly
Thick
Soft
Wavy
Woolly
Flat
Long
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Miniature Australian Shepherd, Miniature Poodle, and Havanese. Which requires most frequent baths?
6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Miniature Australian Shepherd or Miniature Poodle or Havanese? Miniature Australian Shepherd or Miniature Poodle or {name3 shedding:
Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs shed moderately.
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Miniature Poodle dogs shed none to minimal.
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Havanese dogs shed none to minimal.
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Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle vs Havanese Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Miniature Australian Shepherd, Miniature Poodle, and Havanese. Which is best with kids?
Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Miniature Poodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Havanese dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.
Miniature Poodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Havanese dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Miniature Australian Shepherd or Miniature Poodle or Havanese? Which dog is more friendly?
Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Miniature Poodle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Havanese dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Miniature Australian Shepherd or Miniature Poodle or Havanese?
Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Miniature Poodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Havanese dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Miniature Australian Shepherd or Miniature Poodle or Havanese?
Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Miniature Poodle dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Havanese dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle vs Havanese?
Yes
Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Miniature Poodle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Havanese dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Miniature Australian Shepherd is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Miniature Poodle is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Havanese 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.
Miniature Poodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Havaneses are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle vs Havanese As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Miniature Australian Shepherd, Miniature Poodle, and Havanese. Which is best suited for service work?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Miniature Australian Shepherd, Miniature Poodle, and Havanese. Which excels in therapy work?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Miniature Australian Shepherd, Miniature Poodle, and Havanese. Which has best nose work ability?

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 & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Miniature Australian Shepherd, Miniature Poodle, and Havanese. Which is best for SAR work?

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.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Miniature Australian Shepherd, Miniature Poodle, and Havanese. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

Miniature Australian Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Miniature Poodle breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Havanese breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Miniature Australian Shepherd, Miniature Poodle, and Havanese. Which is best for draft work?

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Miniature Australian Shepherd, Miniature Poodle, and Havanese. 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.

Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle vs Havanese Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Miniature Australian Shepherd, Miniature Poodle, and Havanese. Which has most puppies?
2-6 puppies 2-8 puppies, average 5 1-9 puppies, average 4
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Miniature Australian Shepherd, Miniature Poodle, and Havanese. Any breeding differences?
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Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Miniature Australian Shepherd, Miniature Poodle, and Havanese. What's recommended?

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle vs Havanese Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Miniature Australian Shepherd, Miniature Poodle, and Havanese. How are they classified?
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1996 as a Toy breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Miniature Australian Shepherd, Miniature Poodle, and Havanese. How are they classified internationally?
Not recognized by FCI. Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Bichons and related breeds section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Miniature Australian Shepherd, Miniature Poodle, and Havanese. Which has most recognition?
America's Pet Registry
American Canine Association, Inc.
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
Canadian Canine Registry
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
United Kennel Club
Havanese Club of America

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