Aussie Brittany vs Australian Shepherd vs Brittany Comparison

Quick Verdict

Who wins in each category?

Best for Apartments

🀝 Tie

Easiest Grooming

Brittany

2/5 Β· Low maintenance

Longest Lifespan

🀝 Tie

Easiest to Train

Aussie Brittany

5/5 Β· Easy

Most Active

🀝 Tie

Best for First-Time Owners

🀝 Tie

5/6

83%

Aussie Brittany

4/6

67%

Australian Shepherd

5/6

83%

Brittany

* This summary is based on data from our database. Always make your final decision based on your individual needs.

Basic Info

Origin
France
United S
United S
France
Popularity
#799
#17
#26
Common Names & Aliases
Not available
Little Blue DogAussie
American BrittanyBrittany SpanielEpagneul Breton
Breed Classification
Cross Breed
Purebred
Purebred
Size Classification
Large
Large
Medium
Weight Statistics
Male: 16-18 kg, 14-18 kg
Male: 25-29 kg, Female: 18-25 kg
Male: 16-18 kg, 14-18 kg
Average Weight
Male: 17 kg, 15.9 kg
Male: 26.1 kg, Female: 21.5 kg
Male: 17 kg, 15.9 kg
Height
Male: 43-53 cm, Female: 46-51 cm
Male: 52-58 cm, Female: 46-53 cm
Male: 43-53 cm, Female: 46-51 cm
Average Height
Male: 48 cm, Female: 48.5 cm
Male: 55 cm, Female: 46-53 cm
Male: 48 cm, Female: 48.5 cm
Intelligence Rating
5/5
4/5
4.5/5
Watchdog Rating
4/5
5/5
3/5
Training Difficulty
5/5
5/5
4/5
Territorial Protection
4/5
5/5
3/5
Price Range
$600-$800
$600-$800
$700-$800
Availability
5/5
5/5
5/5
Personality Traits
ActiveFriendlyIntelligentLovingAffectionateGood-naturedProtectiveAlertSocialIndependentResponsive
ActiveFriendlyIntelligentLovingAffectionateGood-naturedProtective
AlertIntelligentSocialIndependentResponsive
Sensitivity Level
5/5
5/5
5/5
Impulse to Wander or Roam
3/5
1/5
4/5
Prey Drive
5/5
4/5
5/5
Affection Level
5/5
4/5
5/5
Social Needs
5/5
4/5
5/5
Barking Frequency
3/5
2/5
3/5
Playful Nature
5/5
5/5
5/5
Apartment Adaptability
3/5
3/5
3/5
Lifestyle Adaptability
5/5
5/5
5/5
Alone Time Tolerance
Very Low
Low
Very Low
Bite Risk Assessment
Low
Low
Low
Mouthing Tendency
4/5
4/5
3/5
Bite Strength Rating
Between 200 and 400 PSI
Between 200 and 400 PSI
Between 200 and 400 PSI
Average Lifespan
11-15 years
11-15 years
11-15 years
Climate Tolerance
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
Health Concerns
3/5
3/5
3/5
Health Problems
AllergiesCancerCataractsCollie Eye AnomalyDeafnessDetached RetinaDistichiasisDrug SensitivityElbow DysplasiaEpilepsyHip DysplasiaHypothyroidismNasal Solar DermatitisOsteochondrosis DissecansPersistent Pupillary MembranesProgressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
AllergiesCancerCataractsCollie Eye AnomalyDeafnessDetached RetinaDistichiasisDrug SensitivityElbow DysplasiaEpilepsyHip DysplasiaHypothyroidismNasal Solar DermatitisOsteochondrosis DissecansPersistent Pupillary MembranesProgressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
EpilepsyHip DysplasiaHypothyroidism
Vet Care Frequency
Average
Average
Average
Energy Rating
5/5
5/5
5/5
Sleeping Need
1/5
1/5
1/5
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
5/5
5/5
5/5
Obesity Tendency
4/5
4/5
3/5
Food Consumption
1.5 to 2.5 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.
1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.
Allergy Friendliness
No
No
No
Coat Colors
RedBlueMerleBlackLiverWhiteOrangeRoan
RedBlueMerleBlack
LiverWhiteOrangeRoan
Grooming Requirements
3/5
3/5
2/5
Shedding Level
3/5
3/5
2/5
Drooling Tendency
2/5
1/5
2/5
Stinkiness Rating
Medium
Medium
Medium
Coat Characteristics
Feathered
Feathered
Feathered
Bathing Needs
6-8 weeks
6-8 weeks
6-8 weeks
Cat Friendly
3/5
3/5
3/5
Child Compatibility
5/5
5/5
5/5
Dog Friendly
4/5
3/5
5/5
Stranger Friendly
3/5
2/5
3/5
Office Friendly
No
No
No
Senior Citizens Friendly
Highly Recommended
Highly Recommended
Highly Recommended
Pet Compatibility
Average
Average
Average
Good For First Time Owners
Yes
Yes
Yes
Service Dog Capability
Not really
Not really
Not really
Therapy Work Suitability
Not really
Not really
Not really
Scent Detection Ability
Not really
Not really
Not really
Search & Rescue Potential
Not really
Not really
Not really
Maritime Work Ability
Not really
Not really
Not really
Draft Work Capability
Not really
Not really
Not really
Military Service Background
Not really
Not really
Not really
Puppy Litter Size
6-9 puppies, average 7
6-9 puppies, average 7
1-11 puppies, average 6
Pregnancy Duration
60-64 days
60-64 days
60-64 days
Breeding Frequency
Once a year.
Once a year.
Once a year.
AKC Classification
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1991 as a Herding breed.
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1934 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Classification
Not recognized by FCI.
Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.
Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Not available
American Canine RegistryAmerican Kennel ClubAmerica's Pet RegistryContinental Kennel ClubDog Registry of America Inc.National Kennel ClubNew Zealand Kennel ClubNorth American Purebred Registry, Inc.United Kennel ClubAmerican Canine Association, Inc.Australian Shepherd Club Of America
American Canine RegistryAmerican Kennel ClubAmerica's Pet RegistryAustralian National Kennel CouncilCanadian Kennel ClubContinental Kennel ClubDog Registry of America Inc.Federation Cynologique InternationaleKennel Club of Great BritainNational Kennel ClubNew Zealand Kennel ClubNorth American Purebred Registry, Inc.United Kennel ClubAmerican Canine Association, Inc.
Winner / Best value