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Australian Shepherd
We derive immeasurable good,
uncounted pleasures, enormous security, and many critical lessons about life by
owning dogs.
- Roger Caras, A Celebration of Dogs
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For more information on the characteristics and care of the Australian Shepherd please contact any of the breeders listed below or:
Australian Shepherd Club of America
United States Australian Shepherd Association
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Originally from the Basque regions of Spain and Andorra, this dog followed its masters first to Australia and then America. He was developed to herd sheep on Australian ranches but will herd all types of livestock effectively.
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The
Australian Shepherd is an attractive breed with medium length hair and a
bobtail. The coat comes in black, red, blue merle or red merle with white
and/or tan markings. Each dog's coat and eye color are highly variable. A
dog may have one blue eye or one that is half blue and half brown.
The Australian Shepherd is approximately 23 inches tall at the shoulder.
Not only is the Australian Shepherd an effective herding and sheep guarding dog, his great stamina has also been used in search and rescue. He a dependable, tireless worker who is devoted to his owner, though reserved toward strangers. A loyal, attentive and animated dog, the Australian Shepherd is a wonderful family pet. The Australian Shepherd does best in a rural or semi-rural environment where he has lots of outdoor activities into which to channel his energy. He is very active so daily exercise is mandatory for him to keep in shape. An intelligent and responsive dog, obedience training comes easy to him. |
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AmeriDogs.com Breeders
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| Heather Pozzi CPDT 1190 East San Martin Avenue San Martin, CA 95046 (408) 683-2163 or (408) 375-3102 Email: heatherangel@heatherlyaussies.com |
