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Australian Shepherd vs Siberian Husky
Australian Shepherd
Medium
Siberian Husky
Medium
Choose the Australian Shepherd if you want…
- a dog or cat that learns quickly
- less hair around the house
- a quieter companion
Choose the Siberian Husky if you want…
Much the same on our scales — meet both and see which personality suits you.
Side by side
| Trait | Australian Shepherd | Siberian Husky |
|---|---|---|
| Size | Medium | Medium |
| Weight | 16–32 kg (35–71 lb) | 16–27 kg (35–60 lb) |
| Height | 46–58 cm (18–23 in) | 51–60 cm (20–24 in) |
| Life span | 12–15 years | 12–15 years |
| Origin | United States | Siberia (Russia) |
| Energy | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Trainability | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Good with children | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Good with other pets | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Suits a flat | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Shedding | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Grooming needs | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Barking / vocal | 3/5 | 4/5 |
Quick answers
Which is bigger, the Australian Shepherd or the Siberian Husky?
The Australian Shepherd — typically about 1.1 times the weight. Australian Shepherd: 16–32 kg (35–71 lb); Siberian Husky: 16–27 kg (35–60 lb).
Which lives longer, the Australian Shepherd or the Siberian Husky?
Their typical life spans are about the same. Australian Shepherd: 12–15 years; Siberian Husky: 12–15 years.
Is the Australian Shepherd or the Siberian Husky better with children?
We rate them the same. Both still need supervision with young children.
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