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Australian Shepherd

intelligent • energetic • loyal • versatile

OrigenUnited States
Esperanza de vida12-15 years
Peso18-29 kg
Nivel de energíavery-high

Quick Stats

Tamañomedium
Peso18-29 kg
Esperanza de vida12-15 years
Nivel de energíavery-high
Aseomoderate
Adiestramientoeasy
OrigenUnited States
Temperamento
intelligentenergeticloyalversatile

Descripción general

Despite the name, the Australian Shepherd was developed in the American West as a herding dog. These strikingly beautiful, intelligent dogs are known for their merle coats, bright eyes, and tireless work ethic. They thrive when given a job to do.

Compatibilidad

Niños
Bueno
Otros perros
Bueno
Gatos
Regular
Vida en apartamento
No recomendado

Guía de cuidados

Aussies need extensive exercise and mental stimulation. They excel at agility, flyball, and herding trials. Without adequate activity, they can develop destructive behaviours. They may try to herd children and other pets.

Necesidades de ejercicio

At least 2 hours of vigorous daily exercise. They need both physical activity and mental challenges.

Aseo

Brush 2-3 times per week to manage their medium-length double coat. More frequent during shedding seasons.

Problemas de salud

hip dysplasia
epilepsy
cataracts
MDR1 drug sensitivity

Datos curiosos

🐶Australian Shepherds are not actually from Australia — they were developed in the western United States.
🐶They frequently have heterochromia (two different coloured eyes).
🐶Aussies are one of the top performers in agility and obedience competitions worldwide.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are Australian Shepherds good for first-time owners?
Not recommended for first-time owners. Their very high energy and intelligence require experienced handling and extensive commitment.
Do Aussies need a big yard?
A yard helps, but what they really need is active engagement. A bored Aussie with a big yard will still be destructive.
Do Australian Shepherds herd children?
Yes, their herding instinct may lead them to nip at heels of running children. Early training helps redirect this behaviour.
Are Aussies from Australia?
No, they were developed in the American West. The "Australian" may refer to the Australian sheep they were used to herd.

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Border Collie

medium • very-high energy

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Shetland Sheepdog

small • high energy

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Belgian Malinois

large • very-high energy

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German Shepherd

large • high energy

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