FCI · Group 1
Australian Shepherd vs Bearded Collie
Side-by-side comparison of Australian Shepherd (FCI #342) and Bearded Collie (FCI #271) in Group 1 (Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs)).
| Comparison Pair | Australian Shepherd vs Bearded Collie |
|---|---|
| Shared Classification | Group 1: Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) |
| Australian Shepherd Standard | FCI #342 (definitive) |
| Bearded Collie Standard | FCI #271 (definitive) |
| Attribute | Australian Shepherd | Bearded Collie |
|---|---|---|
| Registry | FCI | FCI |
| Standard / EMS Code | #342 | #271 |
| Group / Category | Group 1: Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) | Group 1: Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) |
| Recognition Status | definitive | definitive |
| Standard Date | 2009-03-26 | 2014-11-03 |
| Care & Working Profile | Herding, livestock guarding, and high-trainability working dogs requiring structured daily mental and physical activity. | Herding, livestock guarding, and high-trainability working dogs requiring structured daily mental and physical activity. |