Podenco Canario vs Australian Kelpie Comparison – Which dog is better Canarian Hound or Australischer Kelpie?

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Name	Podenco Canario	Australian Kelpie
Origins	Spain	Australia
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Working Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Podenco Canario and Australian Kelpie. What other names are these breeds known by?	Canarian Hound Canarian Warren Hound Canary Islands Hound Canary Islands Warren Hound	Australischer Kelpie Barb Kelpie Australian Sheepdog
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Podenco Canario and an Australian Kelpie. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Purebred

Podenco Canario vs Australian Kelpie Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Podenco Canario or an Australian Kelpie? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Large	Medium
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Podenco Canario and an Australian Kelpie. Which breed is heavier?	Male: 44-55 pounds (20-25 kg), Female: 37-46 pounds (17-21 kg)	25-45 pounds (11-20 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 50 pounds (22.5 kg), Female: 41.5 pounds (19 kg)	35 pounds (15.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Podenco Canario or Australian Kelpie? Is a Podenco Canario taller than an Australian Kelpie?	Male: 21-25 inches (53-63,5 cm), Female: 20-24 inches (51-61 cm)	17-20 inches (43-51 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 23 inches (58 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)	18.5 inches (47 cm)

Podenco Canario vs Australian Kelpie Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Podenco Canario and an Australian Kelpie. Which breed costs more?	$1000-$1200	$500-$700
Availability Which is easier to get, Podenco Canario or Australian Kelpie?	Average: The Podenco Canario 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.

Podenco Canario vs Australian Kelpie Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Podenco Canario or an Australian Kelpie? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Smart: The Podenco Canario dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a Podenco Canario or an Australian Kelpie? Compare training requirements.	Podenco Canario dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Australian Kelpie 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 Podenco Canario or an Australian Kelpie? Compare alertness levels.	Podenco Canario dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Australian Kelpie dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Podenco Canario or an Australian Kelpie? Compare territorial behaviors.	Podenco Canario dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Australian Kelpie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Podenco Canario vs Australian Kelpie Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Podenco Canario and an Australian Kelpie. How do their temperaments differ?	Active Intelligent Friendly Calm Fast	Energetic Alert Intelligent Friendly Loyal Robust Eager
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Podenco Canario vs Australian Kelpie?	Podenco Canario dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Podenco Canario vs Australian Kelpie?	Average: Podenco Canario dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Average: Australian Kelpie dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
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Social Needs Podenco Canario vs Australian Kelpie social needs comparison:	Podenco Canario dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Australian Kelpie dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Podenco Canario vs Australian Kelpie?	The wanderlust potential of the Podenco Canario is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Australian Kelpie is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Podenco Canario vs Australian Kelpie? Which can be better for hunting?	Podenco Canario dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Australian Kelpie 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

Podenco Canario vs Australian Kelpie Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Podenco Canario or an Australian Kelpie? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Low to Average: The Podenco Canario rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Australian Kelpie 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 Podenco Canario or an Australian Kelpie? Compare play drive and energy.	The Podenco Canario is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Australian Kelpie is a playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a Podenco Canario or an Australian Kelpie? Compare living space needs.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Podenco Canario breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Australian Kelpie breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Podenco Canario vs Australian Kelpie Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a Podenco Canario or an Australian Kelpie? Compare adaptability levels.	Average: Podenco Canario dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Australian Kelpie dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Podenco Canario or Australian Kelpie?	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.

Podenco Canario vs Australian Kelpie Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: a Podenco Canario or an Australian Kelpie? Compare biting tendencies.	Low 🔽 The Podenco Canario has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Australian Kelpie has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: a Podenco Canario or an Australian Kelpie? Compare mouthing behaviors.	Podenco Canario dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Australian Kelpie dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: a Podenco Canario or an Australian Kelpie? Compare bite force PSI.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Podenco Canario bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Australian Kelpie bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Podenco Canario vs Australian Kelpie Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Podenco Canario or an Australian Kelpie? Compare average lifespans.	11-13 years The average lifespan of Podenco Canario: 12 years	10-14 years The average lifespan of Australian Kelpie: 12 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Podenco Canario or an Australian Kelpie? Compare climate tolerances.	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.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between a Podenco Canario and an Australian Kelpie. Which breed is healthier?	Podenco Canarios are commonly healthy dogs.	Australian Kelpies tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Podenco Canario vs Australian Kelpie?	Rare The Podenco Canario should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Frequent The Australian Kelpie should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Podenco Canario vs Australian Kelpie? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Podenco Canario vs Australian Kelpie health problems comparison:	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Osteoarthritis Cerebellar Abiotrophy Collie Eye Anomaly

Podenco Canario vs Australian Kelpie Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Podenco Canario vs Australian Kelpie Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Podenco Canario or an Australian Kelpie? Compare obesity risks.	Average: The Podenco Canario has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The Australian Kelpie has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Food Consumption Which eats more: a Podenco Canario or an Australian Kelpie? Compare daily food needs.	2 to 2.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.	1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Podenco Canario vs Australian Kelpie Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Podenco Canario or an Australian Kelpie? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors What color variations exist for Podenco Canario and Australian Kelpie? Compare breed colors.	White Brown Yellow Chocolate	Black Tan Red Blue Brown Fawn Chocolate
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Podenco Canario or an Australian Kelpie? Compare maintenance needs.	Average: The Podenco Canario requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The Australian Kelpie requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: a Podenco Canario or an Australian Kelpie? Compare drooling amounts.	The Podenco Canario is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Australian Kelpie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a Podenco Canario or an Australian Kelpie? Compare natural smell levels.	Medium ⏺ The Podenco Canario has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Australian Kelpie has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Podenco Canario and an Australian Kelpie? Compare fur types.	Dense Shiny	Double
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Podenco Canario or an Australian Kelpie? Compare bathing frequencies.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Podenco Canario or Australian Kelpie? Do Podenco Canario dogs shed more than Australian Kelpie dogs?	Podenco Canario dogs shed moderately. See more.	Australian Kelpie dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Podenco Canario vs Australian Kelpie Good With Comparison

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

Podenco Canario vs Australian Kelpie As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Podenco Canario or an Australian Kelpie? Compare service capabilities.	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 Which is better for therapy work: a Podenco Canario or an Australian Kelpie? Compare therapy capabilities.	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
Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: a Podenco Canario or an Australian Kelpie? Compare scenting abilities.	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 Which is better for search and rescue: a Podenco Canario or an Australian Kelpie? Compare SAR abilities.	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 Which is better on boats: a Podenco Canario or an Australian Kelpie? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really Podenco Canario breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Australian Kelpie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a Podenco Canario or an Australian Kelpie? 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 Podenco Canario and Australian Kelpie. 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.

Podenco Canario vs Australian Kelpie Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Podenco Canario and Australian Kelpie. Which has larger litters?	6-12 puppies	4-7 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Podenco Canario and Australian Kelpie breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Podenco Canario and Australian Kelpie. 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.

Podenco Canario vs Australian Kelpie Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Podenco Canario and Australian Kelpie. Which groups do they belong to?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Podenco Canario and Australian Kelpie. Which groups are they in?	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Primitive type - Hunting Dogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Podenco Canario and Australian Kelpie. Which is more widely recognized?	No data available	American Canine Registry America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Foundation Stock Service

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