Beagle vs Dalmatian vs Miniature Australian Shepherd Comparison

Quick Verdict

Who wins in each category?

Best for Apartments

Miniature Australian Shepherd

3/5 Β· Acceptable

Easiest Grooming

🀝 Tie

Longest Lifespan

Dalmatian

12-14 years

Easiest to Train

🀝 Tie

Most Active

🀝 Tie

Best for First-Time Owners

🀝 Tie

4/6

67%

Beagle

5/6

83%

Dalmatian

5/6

83%

Miniature Australian Shepherd

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

Basic Info

Origin
England
Croatia
United S
Popularity
#6
#63
#381
Common Names & Aliases
English Beagle
Carriage DogDallyFirehouse DogPlum Pudding DogSpotted Coach DogDal
Mini AussieMini Aussie ShepherdMini Australian ShepherdMiniature Aussie ShepherdNorth American ShepherdNorth American Miniature Australian Shepherd
Breed Classification
Purebred
Purebred
Purebred
Size Classification
Small
Large
Medium
Weight Statistics
Male: 10-11 kg, Female: 9-10 kg
24.9 kg
9-18 kg
Average Weight
Male: 10.7 kg, Female: 9.8 kg
24.9 kg
13.6 kg
Height
Male: 36-41 cm, Female: 33-38 cm
Male: 50-60 cm, Female: 50-55 cm
33-46 cm
Average Height
Male: 38.5 cm, Female: 35.5 cm
Male: 50-60 cm, Female: 50-55 cm
39.5 cm
Intelligence Rating
2/5
4/5
4/5
Watchdog Rating
1/5
3/5
5/5
Training Difficulty
4/5
3/5
5/5
Territorial Protection
1/5
3/5
5/5
Price Range
$500-$800
$500-$600
$1000-$2000
Availability
5/5
5/5
3/5
Personality Traits
FriendlyIndependentLivelySweetGentleIntelligentLoving
ActiveFriendlyOutgoingSensitiveEnergeticIntelligentPlayful
ActiveFriendlyIntelligentLovingAffectionateGood-naturedProtective
Sensitivity Level
4/5
4/5
5/5
Impulse to Wander or Roam
5/5
4/5
1/5
Prey Drive
5/5
2/5
4/5
Affection Level
5/5
5/5
4/5
Social Needs
5/5
5/5
4/5
Barking Frequency
5/5
3/5
2/5
Playful Nature
5/5
5/5
5/5
Apartment Adaptability
2/5
1/5
3/5
Lifestyle Adaptability
5/5
5/5
5/5
Alone Time Tolerance
Very Low
Very Low
Low
Bite Risk Assessment
Low
Low
Low
Mouthing Tendency
3/5
2/5
4/5
Bite Strength Rating
Between 100 and 200 PSI
Between 200 and 400 PSI
Between 200 and 400 PSI
Average Lifespan
11-15 years
12-14 years
9-13 years
Climate Tolerance
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Tolerates warm and cold weather
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
Health Concerns
3/5
4/5
3/5
Health Problems
Beagle DwarfismCherry EyeChinese Beagle SyndromeDistichiasisEpilepsyGlaucomaHip DysplasiaHypothyroidismIntervertebral Disk DiseasePatellar LuxationProgressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
AllergiesDeafnessHip DysplasiaIris Sphincter DysplasiaSkin AllergiesUrolithiasis
Drug SensitivityGlaucomaIris ColobomaJuvenile CataractsProgressive retinal atrophy (PRA)Retinal Dysplasia
Vet Care Frequency
Average
Rare
Average
Energy Rating
4/5
5/5
5/5
Sleeping Need
2/5
1/5
1/5
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
4/5
5/5
5/5
Obesity Tendency
5/5
4/5
3/5
Food Consumption
0.5 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Recommended daily amount: 1.5 to 2 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.
Allergy Friendliness
No
No
No
Coat Colors
TanRedTricolorWhiteBlack
WhiteLiverBrownBlack
Blue MerleRed MerleRedWhite & Black & Tan
Grooming Requirements
1/5
1/5
3/5
Shedding Level
3/5
5/5
3/5
Drooling Tendency
1/5
1/5
3/5
Stinkiness Rating
High
Low
Medium
Coat Characteristics
Dense
Fine
Feathered
Bathing Needs
4-6 weeks
3-4 weeks
6-8 weeks
Cat Friendly
3/5
3/5
3/5
Child Compatibility
5/5
5/5
5/5
Dog Friendly
5/5
5/5
3/5
Stranger Friendly
4/5
3/5
2/5
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
Yes
Yes
Not really
Therapy Work Suitability
Yes
Yes
Not really
Scent Detection Ability
Yes
Not really
Not really
Search & Rescue Potential
Yes
Not really
Not really
Maritime Work Ability
Yes
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
2-14 puppies, average 7
6-9 puppies
2-6 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
60-64 days
60-64 days
60-64 days
Breeding Frequency
Once a year.
Once a year.
Once a year.
AKC Classification
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed.
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Non-Sporting breed.
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification
Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section.
Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Related breeds section.
Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition
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.
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.
America's Pet RegistryAmerican Canine Association, Inc.
Winner / Best value