Miniature Goldendoodle vs Australian Shepherd Comparison – Which dog is better Miniature Goldendoodle or Little Blue Dog?

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Name	Miniature Goldendoodle	Australian Shepherd
Origins	Germany France Scotland	United States
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Group	Designer Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Miniature Goldendoodle and Australian Shepherd. What other names are these breeds known by?	No data available	Little Blue Dog Aussie
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Miniature Goldendoodle and an Australian Shepherd. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Cross Breed	Purebred

Miniature Goldendoodle vs Australian Shepherd Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Miniature Goldendoodle or an Australian Shepherd? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Large Medium	Large
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Miniature Goldendoodle and an Australian Shepherd. Which breed is heavier?	20-75 pounds (9-34 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?	47.5 pounds (21.5 kg)	Male: 57.5 pounds (27 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Miniature Goldendoodle or Australian Shepherd? Is a Miniature Goldendoodle taller than an Australian Shepherd?	16-22 inches (41-56 cm)	Male: 20-23 inches (52-58cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46–53 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	19 inches (48.5 cm)	Male: 21.5 inches (55 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (46–53 cm)

Miniature Goldendoodle vs Australian Shepherd Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Miniature Goldendoodle and an Australian Shepherd. Which breed costs more?	$1000-$2000	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Miniature Goldendoodle or Australian Shepherd?	Frequent: The Miniature Goldendoodle is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Australian Shepherd is quite easy to get.

Miniature Goldendoodle vs Australian Shepherd Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Miniature Goldendoodle or an Australian Shepherd? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Outstanding: Miniature Goldendoodle is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Smart: The Australian Shepherd dogs have great intelligence. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a Miniature Goldendoodle or an Australian Shepherd? Compare training requirements.	Miniature Goldendoodle dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs are very easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: a Miniature Goldendoodle or an Australian Shepherd? Compare alertness levels.	Miniature Goldendoodle dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Miniature Goldendoodle or an Australian Shepherd? Compare territorial behaviors.	Miniature Goldendoodle dogs are average defenders. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Miniature Goldendoodle vs Australian Shepherd Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Miniature Goldendoodle and an Australian Shepherd. How do their temperaments differ?	Active Alert Intelligent Confident Friendly Reliable Kind Trainable Faithful Trustworthy Instinctual	Active Loving Protective Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Good-natured
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Miniature Goldendoodle vs Australian Shepherd?	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: Miniature Goldendoodle vs Australian Shepherd?	High: Miniature Goldendoodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Australian Shepherd dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Miniature Goldendoodle vs Australian Shepherd social needs comparison:	Miniature Goldendoodle dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Miniature Goldendoodle vs Australian Shepherd?	Miniature Goldendoodle dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Miniature Goldendoodle vs Australian Shepherd? Which can be better for hunting?	Miniature Goldendoodle 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.	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

Miniature Goldendoodle vs Australian Shepherd Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Miniature Goldendoodle or an Australian Shepherd? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Average: The Miniature Goldendoodle barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Australian Shepherd rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: a Miniature Goldendoodle or an Australian Shepherd? Compare play drive and energy.	The Miniature Goldendoodle is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Australian Shepherd is a highly playful breed. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a Miniature Goldendoodle or an Australian Shepherd? Compare living space needs.	Apartment-friendly dog the Miniature Goldendoodle 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 Australian Shepherd indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Miniature Goldendoodle vs Australian Shepherd Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a Miniature Goldendoodle or an Australian Shepherd? Compare adaptability levels.	Miniature Goldendoodle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all 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: Miniature Goldendoodle or Australian Shepherd?	Miniature Goldendoodle dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	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 Goldendoodle vs Australian Shepherd Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: a Miniature Goldendoodle or an Australian Shepherd? Compare biting tendencies.	Low 🔽 The Miniature Goldendoodle has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Australian Shepherd has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: a Miniature Goldendoodle or an Australian Shepherd? Compare mouthing behaviors.	Miniature Goldendoodle 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 Which has a stronger bite: a Miniature Goldendoodle or an Australian Shepherd? Compare bite force PSI.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Miniature Goldendoodle bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Australian Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Miniature Goldendoodle vs Australian Shepherd Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Miniature Goldendoodle or an Australian Shepherd? Compare average lifespans.	14-16 years The average lifespan of Miniature Goldendoodle: 15 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Australian Shepherd: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Miniature Goldendoodle or an Australian Shepherd? Compare climate tolerances.	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 common health issues between a Miniature Goldendoodle and an Australian Shepherd. Which breed is healthier?	Miniature Goldendoodles are commonly healthy dogs.	The Australian Shepherd is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Miniature Goldendoodle vs Australian Shepherd?	Rare The Miniature Goldendoodle should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Australian Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Miniature Goldendoodle vs Australian Shepherd? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Miniature Goldendoodle vs Australian Shepherd health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Epilepsy Elbow Dysplasia Osteochondrosis Dissecans Addison's Disease Hemangiosarcoma Osteosarcoma Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis	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

Miniature Goldendoodle vs Australian Shepherd Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: a Miniature Goldendoodle or an Australian Shepherd? Compare activity levels.	Miniature Goldendoodle dogs are high-energy dogs.	Australian Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Miniature Goldendoodle vs Australian Shepherd exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Miniature Goldendoodle or Australian Shepherd? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Miniature Goldendoodle dogs need a lot of exercises.	Australian Shepherd dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Miniature Goldendoodle or Australian Shepherd?	Miniature Goldendoodle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Australian Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Miniature Goldendoodle vs Australian Shepherd Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Miniature Goldendoodle or an Australian Shepherd? Compare obesity risks.	High: The Miniature Goldendoodle breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Australian Shepherd's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Food Consumption Which eats more: a Miniature Goldendoodle or an Australian Shepherd? Compare daily food needs.	3 to 4 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

Miniature Goldendoodle vs Australian Shepherd Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Miniature Goldendoodle or an Australian Shepherd? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors What color variations exist for Miniature Goldendoodle and Australian Shepherd? Compare breed colors.	Black Gray Red Blue Cream White Silver Brown Fawn Golden Beige Light Apricot	Black Red Blue Merle
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Miniature Goldendoodle or an Australian Shepherd? Compare maintenance needs.	Advanced: The Miniature Goldendoodle requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Australian Shepherd requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: a Miniature Goldendoodle or an Australian Shepherd? Compare drooling amounts.	The Miniature Goldendoodle is an average drooler. See more.	The Australian Shepherd is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a Miniature Goldendoodle or an Australian Shepherd? Compare natural smell levels.	Medium ⏺ The Miniature Goldendoodle has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Australian Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Miniature Goldendoodle and an Australian Shepherd? Compare fur types.	Dense Curly Silky Wavy Thick Shiny Straight	Feathered
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Miniature Goldendoodle or an Australian Shepherd? Compare bathing frequencies.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. 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 Miniature Goldendoodle or Australian Shepherd? Do Miniature Goldendoodle dogs shed more than Australian Shepherd dogs?	Miniature Goldendoodle dogs are low shedders. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Miniature Goldendoodle vs Australian Shepherd Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a Miniature Goldendoodle or an Australian Shepherd? Compare kid-friendliness.	Miniature Goldendoodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Australian Shepherd dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Miniature Goldendoodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Australian Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Miniature Goldendoodle or Australian Shepherd? Which dog is more friendly?	Miniature Goldendoodle dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Australian Shepherd dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Miniature Goldendoodle or Australian Shepherd?	Miniature Goldendoodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Australian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Miniature Goldendoodle or Australian Shepherd? Can a Miniature Goldendoodle and an Australian Shepherd be friends? Do Miniature Goldendoodle dogs get along with Australian Shepherd dogs?	Miniature Goldendoodle dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Australian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Miniature Goldendoodle vs Australian Shepherd?	Yes Miniature Goldendoodle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going 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 Miniature Goldendoodle 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?	Miniature Goldendoodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Australian Shepherds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Miniature Goldendoodle vs Australian Shepherd As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Miniature Goldendoodle or an Australian Shepherd? Compare service capabilities.	Yes This breed makes good 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 Which is better for therapy work: a Miniature Goldendoodle or an Australian Shepherd? Compare therapy capabilities.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: a Miniature Goldendoodle or an Australian Shepherd? Compare scenting abilities.	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.
Search & Rescue Potential Which is better for search and rescue: a Miniature Goldendoodle or an Australian Shepherd? Compare SAR abilities.	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.
Maritime Work Ability Which is better on boats: a Miniature Goldendoodle or an Australian Shepherd? Compare maritime abilities.	Yes Miniature Goldendoodle breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Australian Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a Miniature Goldendoodle or an Australian Shepherd? Compare draft work capabilities.	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 history between Miniature Goldendoodle and Australian Shepherd. Which has stronger military background?	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 Goldendoodle vs Australian Shepherd Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Miniature Goldendoodle and Australian Shepherd. Which has larger litters?	5-10 puppies	6-9 puppies, average 7
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Miniature Goldendoodle and Australian Shepherd breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Miniature Goldendoodle and Australian Shepherd. Which needs longer recovery?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Miniature Goldendoodle vs Australian Shepherd Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Miniature Goldendoodle and Australian Shepherd. Which groups do they belong to?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1991 as a Herding breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Miniature Goldendoodle and Australian Shepherd. Which groups are they in?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Miniature Goldendoodle and Australian Shepherd. Which is more widely recognized?	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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