Wire Fox Terrier has average obesity risk, needs balanced diet, daily walks, and weight monitoring.

Australian Shepherd has high obesity risk, needs regular exercise and food control to maintain healthy weight.

While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Wire Fox Terriers are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Unfortunately, the Australian Shepherd is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Alert
Fearless
Keen
Intelligent
Bold
Friendly
Quick

Active
Friendly
Intelligent
Loving
Affectionate
Good-natured
Protective

Wire Fox Terriers shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Australian Shepherds are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Wire Fox Terriers are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Choose an Australian Shepherd if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

England

United States

rough-coated black and tan terrier

Basque Shepherd

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Club Espanol De Terriers

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

Terrier (AKC:1885 & UKC)

Herding (AKC:1991 & UKC)

Brown

Blue
Brown
Amber

Black

Black
Brown

Black
Red
Silver
White
Brindle

Black
Red
Blue

Wire Fox Terriers have medium-length coats.

Australian Shepherds have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Wiry

Straight

A Wire Fox Terrier can have a litter of 13-14 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

An Australian Shepherd can have a litter of 12-15 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Distichiasis
Cataracts
Lens Luxation
Shoulder Dislocation
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Distichiasis
Deafness
OCD
Nasal Solar Dermatitis
Patent Ductus Arteriosus

Eye
Hearing
Skeletal
X-Rays
Eye Examination

Eye
Hip
Blood
Hearing

Wire Fox Terrier has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Australian Shepherd has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Wire Fox Terrier dogs bark and howl frequently and are not recommended for quiet homes.

Australian Shepherd dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Wire Fox Terrier dogs have a strong protective nature and territorial instinct. They are highly vigilant and will fiercely defend their home and family.

Australian Shepherd dogs are highly protective and make excellent guard dogs due to their strong instinct to defend their territory and owners, and their high level of vigilance.

Walking, Jumping, Jogging, Road trip, Walk, Run, Fetch

Go to Beach, Walk, Frisbee, Hike, Backpacking, High Five, Speak, Walking, Petting, Sniffing, Tug-of-war, Play, Run, Chase, Jogging, Being chased, Tug of war, Running, Walks, Fetch, Sticks, Toys, Fetching, Napping, Kissing, Jumping, Heel, Squirrel gazing, Stare, Greet humans

Wire Fox Terriers are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

Australian Shepherds are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Wire Fox Terrier, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Australian Shepherd, it's at least 14 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Wire Fox Terriers usually need at least 45 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Australian Shepherds usually need at least 90 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 17-19 pound (8 - 9 kg) Wire Fox Terrier feed 2.6 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 55-70 pound (25 - 32 kg) Australian Shepherd feed 2.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

Wire Fox Terriers are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Australian Shepherd is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Wire Fox Terriers have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

Wire Fox Terriers are not cat friendly.

Australian Shepherds are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Wire Fox Terriers are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

Australian Shepherds are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Wire Fox Terriers are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Australian Shepherds are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Wire Fox Terriers are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

The Australian Shepherd is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.