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Australian Shepherds
Australian Shepherds are first used to herd sheep. However, with their friendly and intelligent personality, the popularity of the Aussies as a family pet is rising. This category has questions relating to this breed’s features and temperament.
186 Questions
Australian Shepherd Tail Docking?
Don't dock the tail if you can help it.
Not all Australian Shepherds need a tail bob, since some are born with a natural bob.
What other breed of dog do breeders use to get a mini or toy Australian shepherd?
Small Australian Shepherds are breed with each other to get smaller puppies. No other breed is used.
How can you stop an Australian shepherd from herding children?
Don't let your children run with the him/her while in training stages as the natural shepherd instincts will come in. My puppy quickly grew out of it in a couple of months.
Do Catahoula Leopard Dogs have webbed feet?
Yes, and it is very prominent. Most dogs that were bread to work in marshlands and around water do. Labs, Chesapeake Bay Retrievers, etc, But the Catahoula's webbing stands out because it is very wide and goes out farther to the end of their toes.
Do Australian shepherds have webbed feet?
No, they do not. Occasionally, anolmalies occur in the breed producing webbed feet, but the Australian Shepherd is not a breed that is supposed to have webbed feet.
Where did shepherds pie come from?
Shepherd's pie is believed to be orignated from northern England or norhtern Scotland.
Why are Australian Shepherds good for handicapped people?
They have a calm energy around their owners.
What is the pressure of a bite from an Australian shepherd?
Domestic dogs: 320 LBS of pressure (a GSD, APBT and Rott were tested using a bite sleeve with the computer intrument in it. The APBT had the LEAST amount of pressure of the 3 dogs!!)
There hasn't been a test on a Aussie as of yet.
How big do Australian shepherd get?
The average height for a male Aussie is 20 to 23 inches, and 18 to 21 inches for a female Aussie Dog.
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If you want a realistic one FooPets is your best option but the site is awful and a lot of the stuff you want has to be bought in FD which has to be bought with real money.
How do you deliver Australian Shepherd puppies?
A female will not generally need help in birthing but if she seems to be having problems and the puppy just won't come out you may need to pull him out yourself, consult a vet if she is having severe problems.
What size do miniature Australian shepherds need there crate to be?
From the size of the dog they should be in a medium crate maximum.
Why does this Australian shepherd lick everything?
Where can you get an Australian sheperd puppy for free in Anderson?
Google search it and there should be a list of breeders.
Where does Australian shepherd rank in intellagence?
they are the 42nd smartest dog breed. i don't like them because they are too yappy and stubborn.
i go to a dog class each week, and their are several aussies there. never do the right thing! so don't think aussies are smart and trainalbe, that's just a few rare exceptions.
How much does an Australian Shepherd shed?
Yes, they shed a little bit throughout the year. Depending on your climate, they may also periodically "blow their coats", that is they will go through a short period of intense shedding. Usually a bath and some conscientious brushing will make the process easier on both of you!
Is the Australian shepherd a carnivore?
Basically all dogs are considered to be omnivores because they do eat meat and occasionally they eat plants/vegetables which can be found in their dog food. So yes and no to answer your question. Because they do consume vegetables.
Is it bad to not neuter an Australian shepherd?
Unless you have a purebred dog and are mating with another purebread, it is best to neuter or spay your pet.
Did Australian shepherds come from E urope?
The western United States. Ranchers brought dogs over with them and these dogs were bred for qualities ideal for herding stock thus leaving to the australian shepherd. More recently the dogs were bred to become smaller thus leading to toy and mini aussies.
How do people living in a sheep station communication with the outside world?
By phone, fax, letter, email, trunk radio, UHF
Who sheds more... a Golden Retriever or a Australian Shepherd?
Golden retrievers shed much more that Australian shephers, in fact I think Golden retrievers shed the most
What Australian shepherd has the straight coat instead of the poofy coat?
Its not a Australian shepherd its a border collie. Does it have black fur?
Are German shepherds smarter than Border collies?
No,german sheperds aren't smarter than border collies.Border collies are the number 1 smartest dog breed in the world.
When is a female German shepherd ready to mate?
Whilst it is possible to breed from a German Shepherd on her first heat cycle, this is NOT advisable. As your dog is still developing at this age, if she becomes pregnant she will have to give her vital nutrients and vitamins to her growing puppies, which would stunt her growth. It may also be damaging to both her physical and mental well-being as she is too young. You should wait until she has had at least three heat cycles before breeding from her.
What are five traits that where bred into the Australian Shepherd and why?
The Australian Shepherd Dog was developed in the USA and was bred forherding sheep in the USA and not in Australia as the name implies. It's origins can be dated back to the 1700's. The Australian Shepherd probably originated in the region of the Pyreneesmountains where they were used by the BasqueShepherds.
These shepherds came into the United States from Australia in the 1800s - hence the name! This dog is classified as one of the Herding Dog Group which we go on to describe in detail in the section at the bottom of this page.
The Australian Shepherd Dog was first Registered by the AKC (American Kennel Club) in 1993. This dog's name is often misspelt as Shepard.
Description of the Australian Shepherd Dog and Puppies - Coat and Colours Information
The Australian Shepherd Dog's coat is normally a shade of blue merle, black,red merle and all red with or without whitemarkings and/or tan points. The coat is normally straight and dense.
Dog & Puppies Health Information - potential problems of the Australian Shepherds
All owners of dogs and puppies are concerned about the health care of their pets and just as with humans dog health issues arise from time to time. Resolving dog health problems, including those of the Australian Shepherd Dog, can prove to be costly and it would be wise to consider the benefits of obtaining dog health insurance.
Diseases in dogs may occur because of trauma, infection, immune system abnormalities, genetic factors, or degenerative conditions. Common health problems and questions occur in relation to the Bones, Joints, Muscles, Nerves, Ears, Eyes, Teeth and the Mouth. Other, more serious, issues can relate to the Digestive System, Heart & Respiratory Systems, Immune & Blood Systems, Reproduction and Urinary Systems. Potential health problems of the Australian Shepherd Dog can include:
Hip dysplasia (abnormal development of hip joints)
Eye problems
Deafness
Information on Grooming and Care of the Australian Shepherd Dog Breed
The Australian Shepherd Dog requires weekly care and grooming. All dog breeds require a certain amount of grooming and care is necessary to keep dogs and puppies looking at their best.
Grooming consists of not only brushing out the coat and bathing but also giving attention to the eyes, teeth, ears, feet and nails. A regular routine also ensures that any potential health problems are identified as quickly as possible, especially important in puppies and older Australian Shepherd Dogs.
Life Expectancy Information of the Australian Shepherd Dog Breed
The life expectancy for this particular breed is 12 - 16 years.
Age Comparison between the Australian Shepherd Dog Breed and a Human
Age comparisons between dogs and humans are always a matter of debate - we hope that the following information clarifies the situation. After the first year of life, a dog is equivalent to sixteen human years. After two years, they are equivalent to a 24 year old, at three years a 30 year old, and each year after, add 5 human years to determine a dog's age.
Australian Shepherd Dog - Puppies Information and Names
We recommend that the following considerations should always be taken into account when choosing puppies:
Budget - purchasing, training, equipment, medication and feeding costs of the breed
Convenience and grooming time e.g. long or short hair
Personal situation - time available and medical conditions such as allergies, asthma or back pain
Exercising requirements for the Australian Shepherd Dog breed
Living conditions for the dog breed - suitability for puppies
Family - child suitability
Herding Dog Breed Information
Dogs in the Herding Group (sometimes referred to as the Pastoral Group) include the AustralianShepherd, were developed to perform a variety of tasks relating mainly to the herding of livestock. The types of livestock that these dogs are associated with are quite diverse and include sheep, cattle, reindeer and any other cloven footed animals.
The Herding groups of dogs are eminently suited to these pastoral tasks as many of the breeds have a weatherproof double coat to protect them from the elements when working in severe weather conditions. Their natural abilities have been fully recognised and the initial livestock herding function have been extended to include police work and Search & Rescue amongst other duties.
Herding Dog Breed Duties and Tasks
Characteristics and features of Herding Dogs, including the Australian Shepherd, have been introduced and strengthened by breeding with animals who already demonstrated the desired traits. Breeding for appearance was only introduced in the 19th Century. Before this time dogs and puppies were bred to increase useful abilities and traits helpful for the duties they were intended for.
Herding Group dogs share the amazing ability to control the movement of other animals. They also have great stamina reserves which allow them to work from dawn to dusk. The dogs are tenacious creatures who have the ability to herd animals such as cattle which are many times their size. They leap, run around frantically and nip at the heels of any animals that they are herding. Add this behaviour to aggressive barking and steely eye contact and their ability to influence much larger animals is fully understood.
Thus, the various Herding breeds, including the Australian Shepherd, were bred and introduced to help man according to his specific requirements such as:
Herding or droving various animals including cattle and reindeer
Police work
Tracking
Providing a service to handicapped owners
Performing search & rescue
Acting as sentries and couriers for the armed forces
In this day and age not every Australian Shepherd might be called to undertake these tasks, but nevertheless, they still harbour the skills and characteristics that made the original Australian Shepherd breeding program successful.
In this day and age not every Australian Cattle Dog might be called to undertake these tasks, but nevertheless, they still harbour the skills and characteristics that made the original Australian Cattle Dog breeding program successful.
The Herding dogs are medium to large in size. They are intelligent, active, courageous, and determined dogs who make excellent companions and respond well to firm training. Their instincts are very strong and given half a chance they will try to herd, or round up, the family. They enjoy work and look to their owners to provide tasks to enable them to meet their instincts and be rewarded accordingly.
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