Miniature American Shepherd vs Czechoslovakian Vlcak
Breed Compatibility
50% Compatible
Energy Level
Miniature American Shepherd: Energetic0.8
Czechoslovakian Vlcak: Needs Lots of Activity1.0
Very Compatible
Trainability
Miniature American Shepherd: Eager to Please1.0
Czechoslovakian Vlcak: May be Stubborn0.2
Less Compatible
Grooming Needs
Miniature American Shepherd: Daily Brushing0.8
Czechoslovakian Vlcak: Weekly Brushing0.4
Moderately Compatible
Cost Category
Premium
Premium
Very Compatible
Compatibility with Others
Good with Children
Miniature American Shepherd5/5
Czechoslovakian Vlcak1/5
Good with Other Dogs
Miniature American Shepherd5/5
Czechoslovakian Vlcak1/5
Good with Strangers
Miniature American Shepherd3/5
Czechoslovakian Vlcak3/5
Living Requirements
Suitable Environments
Climate Suitability
Suitable Environments
Climate Suitability
Health & Care Comparison
Miniature American Shepherd
Hip Dysplasia: Joint malformation risk
MDR1 Gene: Drug sensitivity issue
PRA: Progressive retinal atrophy
Collie Eye Anomaly: Vision defect
Epilepsy: Neurological condition
Cataracts: Vision clouding concern
Czechoslovakian Vlcak
Hip Dysplasia: Joint malformation risk
Elbow Dysplasia: Joint development issue
PRA: Progressive retinal deterioration
Degenerative Myelopathy: Spinal cord disease
Bloat: Gastric torsion risk
Allergies: Environmental sensitivities
Pros & Cons Comparison
Miniature American Shepherd
Pros
Highly intelligent and trainable
Excellent family companion
Versatile working ability
Compact size
Strong herding instincts
Cons
High exercise needs
Regular grooming required
Can be vocal
Strong herding instinct may need management
Requires consistent training
Czechoslovakian Vlcak
Pros
Highly intelligent
Excellent guard dog
Athletic and agile
Strong bond with family
Cons
High exercise needs
Challenging to train
Not for novice owners
Strong prey drive
Miniature American Shepherd Fun Fact
Despite their small size, they retain all the working abilities of their larger Australian Shepherd ancestors!
Czechoslovakian Vlcak Fun Fact
One of few recognized dog breeds with recent documented wolf ancestry, created through controlled breeding.
Heritage & Purpose
Miniature American Shepherd
Origin:
Developed in California during the 1960s as a smaller version of Australian Shepherds, these dogs were bred specifically for herding smaller livestock and companion work.
Czechoslovakian Vlcak
Origin:
Developed in 1955 in Czechoslovakia through systematic breeding of German Shepherds with Carpathian wolves, creating military and border patrol working dogs.
Special Considerations
Miniature American Shepherd
Needs regular grooming to maintain coat condition. Requires substantial exercise and mental stimulation. Health testing for MDR1 gene mutation recommended.
Czechoslovakian Vlcak
Needs extensive socialization, high-intensity exercise, and experienced handling. Regular grooming during shedding seasons and consistent training essential.