Is the Afador Better than the Australian Kelpie as a Pet? Our Answer.

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Afador Versus Australian Kelpie: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Afador and the Australian Kelpie? Well, you have come to the right place. Because in this article, we will provide you with a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Afador and the Australian Kelpie better suits you.

We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the Afador and the Australian Kelpie.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Afador and the Australian Kelpie is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.

Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the Afador and for the Australian Kelpie. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you with more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Afador and the Australian Kelpie.

Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Afador or the Australian Kelpie.

Afador versus Australian Kelpie: Overview

A very important difference between the Afador and the Australian Kelpie is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Afador is a large-sized dog while the Australian Kelpie is a medium-sized dog.

Furthermore, the Afador belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.

On the other hand, the Australian Kelpie belongs to the Herding Dogs group. Herding Dogs were bred for moving livestock, including sheep, cattle, and even reindeer. Herding dogs work closely with their human shepherds, and their natural intelligence and responsiveness make them highly trainable. They have high levels of energy, which needs to be channeled properly to prevent destructive behavior. Herding breeds are protective of their people and property and make excellent watchdogs. Their intelligence, agility, and activity level make them well suited to dog sports.

Afador versus Australian Kelpie: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Afador to the Australian Kelpie based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.

When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets

Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.

However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.

Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the Afador and the Australian Kelpie

Factor Afador Australian Kelpie
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 1/5 2/5
Good For Novice Owners 1/5 2/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 1/5 2/5
Easy To Train 1/5 5/5
Life Span 10 to 12 years 10 to 15 years
Tolerates Hot Weather 2/5 5/5
Kid-Friendly 2/5 2/5
Easy To Groom 2/5 4/5
Height 20 to 29 inches 15 to 20 inches
Easygoing 3/5 2/5
Tolerates Being Alone 3/5 2/5
Dog Friendly 3/5 3/5
Does NOT Drool 3/5 5/5
General Health 3/5 3/5
Potential For Playfulness 3/5 4/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 4/5 3/5
Affectionate With Family 4/5 4/5
Does NOT Shed 2/5 3/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 4/5
Does NOT chew on things 2/5 1/5
Low Prey Drive 2/5 2/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 2/5 2/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 2/5 2/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 1/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 2/5 3/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 2/5 1/5
Intelligence 5/5 5/5
Weight 50 to 75 pounds 25 to 46 pounds
Average Lifespan 11.0 years 12.5 years
Price Range No Data $500 – $500
Average Price No Data $500
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data No Data

Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Afador in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the Australian Kelpie. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.

The Better-Pet score for the Afador is 59 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Australian Kelpie is 72 out of 125.

Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Australian Kelpie is a better pet than the Afador. So, you should get the Australian Kelpie!

Although we have done our best to analyze these two dog breeds in a very unbiased way, however, we will like to let you know that there are some dog attributes that cannot be assigned a number for comparison. We cannot put a number on how cute a dog breed is, for example. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.

Also, the dog breed that best suits you will depend on your peculiar lifestyle, your taste, and your priorities, which we do not know. So, for you to decide on which breed is right for you, read through the rest of the article to further understand both the Afador and the Australian Kelpie so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Afador and the Australian Kelpie

Below is a list of where the Afador and the Australian Kelpie are most different:

  • Afadors are not easy to train. However, Australian Kelpies are very easy to train.
  • Afadors cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments. However, Australian Kelpies can tolerate hot weather.

The Similarities Between the Afador and the Australian Kelpie

The Afador and the Australian Kelpie are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Afador and the Australian Kelpie are most similar:

  • Both the Afador and the Australian Kelpie do not adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Afador and the Australian Kelpie are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
  • Both the Afador and the Australian Kelpie are not very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Afador and the Australian Kelpie do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.
  • Both the Afador and the Australian Kelpie can tolerate cold weather.
  • Both the Afador and the Australian Kelpie are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Afador and the Australian Kelpie shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the Afador and the Australian Kelpie are prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Afador and the Australian Kelpie have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
  • Both the Afador and the Australian Kelpie are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Afador and the Australian Kelpie have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
  • Both the Afador and the Australian Kelpie have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Afador and the Australian Kelpie do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful.
  • Both the Afador and the Australian Kelpie require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the Afador and the Australian Kelpie are highly intelligent.

Size Comparison of Afador versus Australian Kelpie

Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Afador and the Australian Kelpie.

Afadors weigh 50 to 75 pounds when fully grown. Afadors are 20 to 29 inches when fully grown.

On the other hand, Australian Kelpies weigh 25 to 46 pounds when fully grown. Australian Kelpies are 15 to 20 inches when fully grown.

Lifespan of Afador versus Australian Kelpie

The lifespan of Afadors is between 10 to 12 years. The average lifespan of Afadors is 11.0 years.

The lifespan of Australian Kelpies is between 10 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Australian Kelpies is 12.5 years.

Australian Kelpies live longer than Afadors.

Tolerates Being Alone: Afador versus Australian Kelpie

Afadors can be left alone only for a short time.

Australian Kelpies do not like to be left alone.

Do Afadors shed more than Australian Kelpies?

Afadors shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

Australian Kelpies shed moderately.

Which one drools more, the Afador or the Australian Kelpie

Afadors drool moderately.

Australian Kelpies do have a very low tendency to drool.

Which is Easier to Groom, the Afador or the Australian Kelpie?

Afadors require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

Australian Kelpies are very easy to groom.

Does the Afador Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Australian Kelpie?

Afadors have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.

Australian Kelpies have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.

Do Afadors Bark and Howl? What about Australian Kelpies?

Afadors are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

Australian Kelpies are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

Can Afadors Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Australian Kelpies Tolerate Cold Weather?

Afadors can very well tolerate cold weather.

Australian Kelpies can moderately tolerate cold weather.

Wanderlust Potential: Afador vs. Australian Kelpie

Afadors have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.

Australian Kelpies have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.

Can Afadors Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Australian Kelpies Tolerate Hot Weather?

Afadors cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.

Australian Kelpies can tolerate hot weather.

Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Afador or the Australian Kelpie?

Afadors get along fairly well with other dogs.

Australian Kelpies get along fairly well with other dogs.

Are Afadors good family dogs? What about Australian Kelpies?

Afadors are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

Australian Kelpies are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

How Kid-friendly are Afadors and Australian Kelpies?

Afadors do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.

Australian Kelpies do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.

Is the Afador Easier to Train than the Australian Kelpie?

Afadors are not easy to train.

Australian Kelpies are very easy to train.

Is the Afador Better for Apartment Owners than the Australian Kelpie?

Afadors do not adapt well to apartment living.

Australian Kelpies do not adapt well to apartment living.

Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Afador or the Australian Kelpie?

Afadors are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

Australian Kelpies are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

Conclusion: Afador versus Australian Kelpie. Which One is a Better Pet?

In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the Afador and the Australian Kelpie better suits you and your family.