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Australian
Shepherd dog breed
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are an
Australian Shepherd owner,
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Dog breed group |
Herding
Dog |
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Origin of breed |
USA
as a livestock herder |
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Life expectancy |
14
to 16 years |
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Color |
Blue
merle (mottled blue-gray-black) red, red merle (patched or freckled
red), or black. Eye and nose color vary. |
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Coat type |
Weather
resistant, medium-length, straight to wavy double coat. Ears
fold forward; tail hangs down. |
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Exercise needs |
Thrives
on 4 energetic, active exercise periods totaling 2 hours per
day. High Stamina. |
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Temperament |
High
energy levels. The Australian Shepherd is a very intelligent
dog that excels in obedience training and dog sports. It is
highly focussed and single-minded when working. |
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Good with children |
Good
with children and other dogs, but can be overprotective and
quick to nip. Makes a great family pet and an excellent watchdog. |
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Grooming needs |
Heavy
shedder. Brush twice a week. |
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Average size (inches) |
20-23
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18-21
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Average weight (lbs) |
35-70
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35-70
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Health issues |
Hip dysplasia, eye problems
such as juvenile cataracts and deafness. |
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Living conditions |
Best suited to
suburbs or rural regions. |
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Dog
breed description
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The Australian Shepherd is
a well-balanced dog of medium size and bone. He is attentive and animated,
showing strength and stamina combined with unusual agility. Slightly
longer than tall, he has a coat of moderate length and coarseness, with
coloring that offers variety and individuality in each specimen. An
identifying characteristic is his natural or docked bobtail. In each
sex, masculinity or femininity is well defined. The Australian Shepherd
is intelligent, primarily a working dog of strong herding and guardian
instincts. He is an exceptional companion. He is versatile and easily
trained, performing his assigned tasks with great style and enthusiasm.
He is reserved with strangers but does not exhibit shyness. Although
an aggressive, authoritative worker, viciousness toward people or animals
is rare.
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Dog
breed infobits |
The
Australian Shepherd is a natural athlete and is a joy to watch when it
is working.
The Australian Shepherd was developed as a livestock herder. |
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