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Name	Pomsky	Miniature Australian Shepherd	Aussalier
Origins	United States	United States	England United States
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Other Names What other names do they have?	No data available	Mini Aussie Mini Aussie Shepherd Mini Australian Shepherd Miniature Aussie Shepherd North American Shepherd North American Miniature Australian Shepherd	No data available
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Pomsky vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Aussalier breed type comparison:	Cross Breed	Purebred	Cross Breed

Pomsky vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Aussalier Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Pomsky or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Aussalier? Which is the smallest dog, Pomsky or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Aussalier?	Small Medium	Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Pomsky or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Miniature Australian Shepherd? Pomsky vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Aussalier weight comparison:	7-38 pounds (3-17 kg)	20–40 pounds (9-18 kg)	Male: 20–35 pounds (9–16 kg), Female:20–35 pounds (9–16 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	21.5 pounds (10 kg)	30 pounds (13.5 kg)	Male: 27.5 pounds (12 kg), Female: 26 pounds (12 kg)
Height Which is taller, Pomsky or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Aussalier? Pomsky vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Aussalier height comparison:	10-15 inches (25-38 cm)	13–18 inches (33-46 cm)	Male: 20-23 inches (52-58cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46–53 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	12.5 inches (31.5 cm)	15.5 inches (39.5 cm)	Male: 21.5 inches (55 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (46–53 cm)

Pomsky vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Aussalier Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Pomsky or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Aussalier? Which is more expensive?	$2500-$3500	$1000-$2000	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Pomsky or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Aussalier?	Frequent: The Pomsky is easier than average to get.	Average: The Miniature Australian Shepherd is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The Aussalier is quite easy to get.

Pomsky vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Aussalier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Pomsky vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Aussalier intelligence:	Smart: The Pomsky dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Smart: The Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Smart: The Aussalier dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Trainability Pomsky vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Aussalier trainability comparison.	Pomsky dogs are easy to train. See more.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Aussalier dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Pomsky or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Aussalier?	Pomsky dogs are not the best watchdogs. See more.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Aussalier dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Pomsky or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Aussalier? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Pomsky dogs are average defenders. See more.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Aussalier dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Pomsky vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Aussalier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Pomsky or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Aussalier? Pomsky vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Aussalier behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Intelligent Friendly	Active Loving Protective Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Good-natured	Active Loving Protective Courageous Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Gentle Social Fearless Good-natured Cheerful Quiet Nonaggressive Polite Graceful Sporty No tendency towards nervousness
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Sensitive: Aussalier 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: Pomsky vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Aussalier?	High: Pomsky dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Aussalier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Pomsky vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Aussalier social needs comparison:	Pomsky dogs are a social breed. See more.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are a social breed. See more.	Aussalier dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Pomsky dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Aussalier dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Pomsky 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.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Aussalier 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

Pomsky vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Aussalier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Pomsky vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Aussalier playfulness comparison:	The Pomsky is a playful breed. See more.	The Miniature Australian Shepherd is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Aussalier is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Pomsky vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Aussalier?	A lot: Pomsky is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Low to Average: The Miniature Australian Shepherd rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Aussalier barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Pomsky or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Aussalier?	Apartment-friendly dog the Pomsky 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 Australian Shepherd indoors.	Apartment-friendly dog the Aussalier breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Pomsky vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Aussalier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Pomsky dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Aussalier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Pomsky or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Aussalier?	Pomsky 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 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.	Aussalier dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Pomsky vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Aussalier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Pomsky or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Aussalier?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Pomsky bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Miniature Australian Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Aussalier bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Pomsky has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Miniature Australian Shepherd has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Aussalier has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Pomsky vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Aussalier mouthiness comparison:	Pomsky dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Aussalier dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Pomsky vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Aussalier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Pomsky vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Aussalier health comparison. Which is the healthier: Pomsky vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Aussalier?	The Pomsky is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Miniature Australian Shepherd is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Aussalier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Pomsky vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Aussalier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Pomsky vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Aussalier health problems comparison:	Collapsed Trachea Hip Dysplasia Luxating Patella Allergies Eye Problems Epilepsy Heart Problems Dental Problems Skin Diseases	Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Drug Sensitivity Retinal Dysplasia Glaucoma Juvenile Cataracts Iris Coloboma	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Deafness Drug Sensitivity Elbow Dysplasia Distichiasis Mitral Valve Disease Collie Eye Anomaly Detached Retina Nasal Solar Dermatitis Osteochondrosis Dissecans Persistent Pupillary Membranes Dry Eye Episodic Falling Syndrome Syringomyelia
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Pomsky should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Miniature Australian Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Aussalier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Pomsky vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Aussalier lifespan comparison. How long do Pomsky, Miniature Australian Shepherd and Aussalier breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Pomsky: 13 years	9-13 years The average lifespan of Miniature Australian Shepherd: 11 years	10-14 years The average lifespan of Aussalier: 12 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Pomsky vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Aussalier?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Pomsky 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 Miniature Australian Shepherd can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. 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.

Pomsky vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Aussalier Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Pomsky or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Aussalier? Pomsky vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Aussalier energy level comparison:	Pomsky dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.	Aussalier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Pomsky vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Aussalier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Pomsky or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Aussalier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Pomsky dogs have an average exercise need.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs need a lot of exercises.	Aussalier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Pomsky or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Aussalier?	Pomsky dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.	Aussalier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
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Pomsky vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Aussalier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Pomsky or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Aussalier?	1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1 to 2 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
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Pomsky vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Aussalier weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Pomsky has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Miniature Australian Shepherd has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Aussalier's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Pomsky vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Aussalier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Pomsky vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Aussalier coat comparison:	Fluffy Soft Double	Feathered	Feathered
Colors What are the original Pomsky, Miniature Australian Shepherd and Aussalier color?	Blue Pure white Grey & White Brown or Reddish Brown	Red Red Merle White & Black & Tan Blue Merle	Black Tan Red Blue Tricolor Merle Blenheim Ruby
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Pomsky or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Aussalier? Pomsky vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Aussalier grooming comparison:	Advanced: The Pomsky requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Miniature Australian Shepherd requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Aussalier requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Pomsky or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Aussalier? Pomsky or Miniature Australian Shepherd or {name3 shedding:	Pomsky dogs shed above average. See more.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs shed moderately. See more.	Aussalier dogs shed above average. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Pomsky or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Aussalier?	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.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Pomsky vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Aussalier hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	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, Pomsky vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Aussalier?	Low 🔽 The Pomsky has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Miniature Australian Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Aussalier has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Pomsky is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Miniature Australian Shepherd is an average drooler. See more.	The Aussalier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Pomsky vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Aussalier Good With Comparison

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

Pomsky vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Aussalier 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.	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: Pomsky or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Aussalier? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
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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.	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.	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: Pomsky vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Aussalier?	Not really Pomsky breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Miniature Australian Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Aussalier 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.	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.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Pomsky vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Aussalier Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	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.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Pomsky and Miniature Australian Shepherd and Aussalier have?	2-6 puppies	2-6 puppies	3-5 puppies
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Pomsky vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Aussalier 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.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	Pomsky Club of America	America's Pet Registry American Canine Association, Inc.	No data available

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