Mountain Feist vs Miniature Australian Shepherd Comparison – Which dog is better American Feist or Mini Aussie?

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Name	Mountain Feist	Miniature Australian Shepherd
Origins	United States	United States
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Mountain Feist and Miniature Australian Shepherd. What other names are these breeds known by?	American Feist American Treeing Feist Mountain Terrier Treeing Feist Feist Dog Dog Mountain Feist Feist Mountain Dog Mountain Feist Dog Feist Dog Breed Dog Feist Breed Feist Breed Dog Feist Breed of Dog Dog Feist Mt Feist	Mini Aussie Mini Aussie Shepherd Mini Australian Shepherd Miniature Aussie Shepherd North American Shepherd North American Miniature Australian Shepherd
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Mountain Feist and a Miniature Australian Shepherd. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Cross Breed	Purebred

Mountain Feist vs Miniature Australian Shepherd Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Mountain Feist or a Miniature Australian Shepherd? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Small Medium	Medium
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Mountain Feist and a Miniature Australian Shepherd. Which breed is heavier?	12-30 pounds (5-13.5 kg)	20–40 pounds (9-18 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	21 pounds (5-13.5 kg)	30 pounds (13.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Mountain Feist or Miniature Australian Shepherd? Is a Mountain Feist taller than a Miniature Australian Shepherd?	12-18 inches (30-45 cm)	13–18 inches (33-46 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	15 inches (37.5 cm)	15.5 inches (39.5 cm)

Mountain Feist vs Miniature Australian Shepherd Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Mountain Feist and a Miniature Australian Shepherd. Which breed costs more?	$300-$400	$1000-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Mountain Feist or Miniature Australian Shepherd?	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Average: The Miniature Australian Shepherd is a commonly available dog breed.

Mountain Feist vs Miniature Australian Shepherd Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

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

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Mountain Feist and a Miniature Australian Shepherd. How do their temperaments differ?	Agile Alert Spirited Swift Lovely	Active Loving Protective Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Good-natured
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Mountain Feist vs Miniature Australian Shepherd?	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.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Mountain Feist vs Miniature Australian Shepherd?	High: Mountain Feist 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.
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Social Needs Mountain Feist vs Miniature Australian Shepherd social needs comparison:	Mountain Feist dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Mountain Feist vs Miniature Australian Shepherd?	The wanderlust potential of the Mountain Feist is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Mountain Feist vs Miniature Australian Shepherd? Which can be better for hunting?	Mountain Feist dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Miniature Australian Shepherd 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

Mountain Feist vs Miniature Australian Shepherd Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Mountain Feist or a Miniature Australian Shepherd? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Average to High: The Mountain Feist is a vocal breed. See more.	Low to Average: The Miniature Australian Shepherd 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 Mountain Feist or a Miniature Australian Shepherd? Compare play drive and energy.	Mountain Feists are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	The Miniature Australian Shepherd is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a Mountain Feist or a Miniature Australian Shepherd? Compare living space needs.	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 Mountain Feist indoors.	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.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Mountain Feist vs Miniature Australian Shepherd Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a Mountain Feist or a Miniature Australian Shepherd? Compare adaptability levels.	Average: Mountain Feist dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Mountain Feist or Miniature Australian Shepherd?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	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.

Mountain Feist vs Miniature Australian Shepherd Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: a Mountain Feist or a Miniature Australian Shepherd? Compare biting tendencies.	Low 🔽 The Mountain Feist has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Miniature Australian Shepherd has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: a Mountain Feist or a Miniature Australian Shepherd? Compare mouthing behaviors.	Mountain Feist dogs have a higher than 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.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: a Mountain Feist or a Miniature Australian Shepherd? Compare bite force PSI.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Mountain Feist bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Miniature Australian Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Mountain Feist vs Miniature Australian Shepherd Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Mountain Feist or a Miniature Australian Shepherd? Compare average lifespans.	9-15 years The average lifespan of Mountain Feist: 12 years	9-13 years The average lifespan of Miniature Australian Shepherd: 11 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Mountain Feist or a Miniature Australian Shepherd? Compare climate tolerances.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Mountain Feist 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.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between a Mountain Feist and a Miniature Australian Shepherd. Which breed is healthier?	Mountain Feists tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Miniature Australian Shepherd is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Mountain Feist vs Miniature Australian Shepherd?	Frequent The Mountain Feist should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Miniature Australian Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Mountain Feist vs Miniature Australian Shepherd? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Mountain Feist vs Miniature Australian Shepherd health problems comparison:	No data available	Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Drug Sensitivity Retinal Dysplasia Glaucoma Juvenile Cataracts Iris Coloboma

Mountain Feist vs Miniature Australian Shepherd Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: a Mountain Feist or a Miniature Australian Shepherd? Compare activity levels.	Mountain Feist dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Mountain Feist vs Miniature Australian Shepherd exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Mountain Feist or Miniature Australian Shepherd? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Mountain Feist dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Mountain Feist or Miniature Australian Shepherd?	Mountain Feist dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Mountain Feist vs Miniature Australian Shepherd Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Mountain Feist or a Miniature Australian Shepherd? Compare obesity risks.	Low: The Mountain Feist has good luck with genetics. See more.	Average: The Miniature Australian Shepherd has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Food Consumption Which eats more: a Mountain Feist or a Miniature Australian Shepherd? Compare daily food needs.	0.5 to 1.5 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.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Mountain Feist vs Miniature Australian Shepherd Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Mountain Feist or a Miniature Australian Shepherd? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	No See more.
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Coat Colors What color variations exist for Mountain Feist and Miniature Australian Shepherd? Compare breed colors.	Black White Light Brown	Red Red Merle White & Black & Tan Blue Merle
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Mountain Feist or a Miniature Australian Shepherd? Compare maintenance needs.	Easy to groom: The Mountain Feist doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Miniature Australian Shepherd requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: a Mountain Feist or a Miniature Australian Shepherd? Compare drooling amounts.	The Mountain Feist drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.	The Miniature Australian Shepherd is an average drooler. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a Mountain Feist or a Miniature Australian Shepherd? Compare natural smell levels.	Low 🔽 The Mountain Feist has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Miniature Australian Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Mountain Feist and a Miniature Australian Shepherd? Compare fur types.	Dense Smooth Glossy	Feathered
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Mountain Feist or a Miniature Australian Shepherd? Compare bathing frequencies.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Mountain Feist or Miniature Australian Shepherd? Do Mountain Feist dogs shed more than Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs?	Mountain Feist dogs shed moderately. See more.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Mountain Feist vs Miniature Australian Shepherd Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a Mountain Feist or a Miniature Australian Shepherd? Compare kid-friendliness.	Mountain Feist dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
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Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Mountain Feist dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Mountain Feist or Miniature Australian Shepherd? Which dog is more friendly?	Mountain Feist dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Miniature Australian Shepherd 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 Mountain Feist or Miniature Australian Shepherd?	Mountain Feist dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Mountain Feist or Miniature Australian Shepherd? Can a Mountain Feist and a Miniature Australian Shepherd be friends? Do Mountain Feist dogs get along with Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs?	Mountain Feist dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Mountain Feist vs Miniature Australian Shepherd?	Yes Mountain Feist 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.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Mountain Feist is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Miniature Australian Shepherd is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Mountain Feists are commonly okay with elderly people.	Miniature Australian Shepherds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Mountain Feist vs Miniature Australian Shepherd As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Mountain Feist or a Miniature Australian Shepherd? 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 Mountain Feist or a Miniature Australian Shepherd? 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 Mountain Feist or a Miniature Australian Shepherd? 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 Mountain Feist or a Miniature Australian Shepherd? 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 Mountain Feist or a Miniature Australian Shepherd? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really Mountain Feist 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.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a Mountain Feist or a Miniature Australian Shepherd? 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 Mountain Feist and Miniature Australian Shepherd. 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.

Mountain Feist vs Miniature Australian Shepherd Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Mountain Feist and Miniature Australian Shepherd. Which has larger litters?	5-8 puppies	2-6 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Mountain Feist and Miniature Australian Shepherd breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Mountain Feist and Miniature Australian Shepherd. 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.

Mountain Feist vs Miniature Australian Shepherd Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Mountain Feist and Miniature Australian Shepherd. 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 Mountain Feist and Miniature Australian Shepherd. Which groups are they in?	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Mountain Feist and Miniature Australian Shepherd. Which is more widely recognized?	No data available	America's Pet Registry American Canine Association, Inc.

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