Active
Friendly
Intelligent
Loving
Affectionate
Good-natured
Protective

Active
Playful
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Social
Fearless
Cheerful
Quiet
Nonaggressive
Polite
Graceful
Sporty
No tendency towards nervousness

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.

Avoid King Charles Yorkies as watchdogs - they're not effective.

United States

United States

Basque Shepherd

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Yorkshire Terrier

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

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

1800s

2000s

Blue
Brown
Amber

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Black
Red
Blue

White
Red
Black
Brown
Blue

Australian Shepherds have longer coats compared to most dogs.

King Charles Yorkies are known for their coat length.

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.

A King Charles Yorkie can have a litter of 4-6 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.

Cataract
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hip Dysplasia
CEA
Von Willebrand's Disease

Patellar Luxation
Retinal Dysplasia
Tracheal Collapse
Mitral Valve Disease
Portosystemic Shunt
Syringomyelia

Distichiasis
Deafness
OCD
Nasal Solar Dermatitis
Patent Ductus Arteriosus

Entropion
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts
Retinal Dysplasia
Urolithiasis
Hip Dysplasia
Hydrocephalus
Patent Ductus Arteriosus
Color Dilution Alopecia
Microphthalmia
Shaker Dog Syndrome
Corneal Dystrophy
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca
Hypoadrenocorticism
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease
Cryptorchidism

Eye
Hip
Blood
Hearing

Blood Test
Hip X-Rays
Heart
Dna For Pra
Eye Examinations
Full Physical Examination

Australian Shepherds thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

King Charles Yorkies are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

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

King Charles Yorkie has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Australian Shepherds need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

King Charles Yorkies need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

Australian Shepherds are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

King Charles Yorkies sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

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

King Charles Yorkies are typically quiet and only bark when needed, such as to alert their owner or when in distress.

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

Walk, Tug-of-war, Fetch, Swim, Run, Walking, Cuddles

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.

King Charles Yorkies 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.

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.

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

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.

In general most King Charles Yorkies usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Australian Shepherd requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

King Charles Yorkies require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

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.

For an average 7-18 pound (3 - 8 kg) King Charles Yorkie feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of an Australian Shepherd is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a King Charles Yorkie is somewhere $1.00 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of an Australian Shepherd is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a King Charles Yorkie is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Australian Shepherd is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

King Charles Yorkies are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Australian Shepherds are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

King Charles Yorkies make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Australian Shepherds make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

King Charles Yorkies have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

King Charles Yorkies are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

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

King Charles Yorkies are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

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

King Charles Yorkies are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Australian Shepherds are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

King Charles Yorkies have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

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.

King Charles Yorkies are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.