Australian Cattle Dog vs Lakeland Terrier
Herding · Medium vs Terrier · Small
Australian Cattle DogMedium
An alert, curious, pleasant herding dog with a blue or red speckled coat — needs intense daily exercise.
Weight: 35–50 lbsLifespan: 12–16 years
Lakeland TerrierSmall
A bold, friendly, confident terrier from England's Lake District — fox-hunter with a square jaw.
Weight: 17 lbsLifespan: 12–16 years
Quick take
- • Australian Cattle Dog is the larger breed at 35–50 lbs (males) vs 17 lbs for the Lakeland Terrier.
- • The Australian Cattle Dog has higher daily energy needs.
- • The Lakeland Terrier sheds less.
- • The Australian Cattle Dog is generally more trainable.
Side-by-side traits
| Trait | Australian Cattle Dog | Lakeland Terrier |
|---|---|---|
Group | Herding | Terrier |
Size | Medium | Small |
Origin | Australia | England |
Height (male) | 18–20" | 14–15" |
Height (female) | 17–19" | 14–15" |
Weight (male) | 35–50 lbs | 17 lbs |
Weight (female) | 35–50 lbs | 17 lbs |
Lifespan Average expected lifespan. | 12–16 years | 12–16 years |
Energy level Daily activity needs. | Very High (5/5) | High (4/5) |
Trainability How quickly the breed learns commands. | Very High (5/5) | High (4/5) |
Intelligence Problem-solving ability. | Very High (5/5) | High (4/5) |
Exercise needs Daily physical activity required. | Very High (5/5) | High (4/5) |
Shedding Lower = less hair around your home. | Moderate (3/5) | Very Low (1/5) |
Grooming effort Brushing, bathing, professional grooming. | Low (2/5) | High (4/5) |
Drooling Lower = drier face and furniture. | Very Low (1/5) | Very Low (1/5) |
Barking How vocal the breed is. | Moderate (3/5) | High (4/5) |
Good with kids | Moderate (3/5) | High (4/5) |
Good with other dogs | Moderate (3/5) | Moderate (3/5) |
Good with strangers | Low (2/5) | Moderate (3/5) |
Protectiveness Watchdog tendencies. | High (4/5) | Moderate (3/5) |
Adaptability Apartment / new environment tolerance. | Low (2/5) | High (4/5) |
Coat length | short | wirehaired |
Hypoallergenic Lower-shedding, less dander. | No | Yes |
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About the Australian Cattle Dog
The Australian Cattle Dog is an alert, curious, pleasant herding dog with a blue or red speckled coat — needs intense daily exercise. Originally from Australia, this medium herding breed typically weighs 35–50 lbs and lives 12–16 years. Breeders describe them as alert, curious, pleasant.
About the Lakeland Terrier
The Lakeland Terrier is a bold, friendly, confident terrier from England's Lake District — fox-hunter with a square jaw. Originally from England, this small terrier breed typically weighs 17 lbs and lives 12–16 years. Breeders describe them as bold, friendly, confident.
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Australian Cattle Dog health
Common health concerns reported in this breed:
- • Hip dysplasia
- • Deafness
- • Progressive retinal atrophy
Lakeland Terrier health
Common health concerns reported in this breed:
- • Patellar luxation
- • Eye problems
- • Legg-Calve-Perthes