Australian Shepherd Breed Portrait (With Pictures & Info)

In this breed portrait we introduce you to a very special fur nose: Den Australian Shepherd.

This beautiful dog with the striking coat of fur and the often bright blue eyes wraps everyone around its cute paws, especially in puppyhood.

So now let’s look at how it works with the attitudethe Upbringingthe Health and other things looks.

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Size Male: 51 to 58 cm, female: 46 to 54 cmWeightMale: 25 to 32 kg, female: 16 to 25 kgColorsBlack, red, marbled with a beige or light red background, here black with a gray background, marbled with reddish brownLife expectancy13 to 15 yearsOriginUSAcharacter/temperamentProtective, Kind, Active, Intelligent, Loyal, Alert, Affectionate, Cheerful, Playful, Agile, AlertFCI groupGroup 1: Herding dogs and cattle dogs (except Swiss Mountain Dogs) Section 1: Shepherd dogs without a working test

Look

The appearance of the Australian Shepherd, also called Aussie, can be said to be: It is a herding dog with a strong and muscular physiquebut nevertheless very slim and graceful works.

The head with the is striking characteristic earsthis one laterally sit.

The special: Is the Aussie particularly attentivethe fall Ears forward and straighten up.

There is another feature that only occurs in some Australian Shepherds: The bobtailthat too natural bobtail (NBT) is called.

Coat, coat texture & coat colors

The Australian Shepherd has one medium length to long furthat both smooth as well as slightly wavy can be.

Regardless, it is silky, soft and shiny. In addition, there is one in this breed dense undercoatwhich is changed twice a year.

The colors cover a wide range.

Almost everything is allowed here – from Black above Red up to different marbling. These can also be in black and red as well as in light cream tones happen.

eye colors

The Australian Shepherd can two different eye colors appear.

Especially light blue eyes are very common in this breed and one of the characteristics.

By the way, we’re talking about one here partial albinism, who also appears in the Siberian Husky. In addition, the eyes can also have a Brown colour have.

Is it the color of the fur? Merlethe eyes can too nearly white be.

As we will mention later, you should Stay away from this color. Out of love for your fur nose, but also out of love for yourself.

Height Weight

Australian Shepherds are becoming the medium-sized dog breeds counted. A male will here between 51 and 58 centimeters big and weighs between 25 and 32 kilograms.

A female can be a shoulder height of 46 to 54 centimeters and a weight of 16 to 25 kilograms to reach.

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History & Origin of the Australian Shepherd

In general, one can assume that a dog that already has a country in its name also comes from that country.

But far from it when it comes to the Australian Shepherd.

Because this does not come from the land of kangaroos and koalas, but was first introduced in the USA bred.

Actually the History of the Australian Shepherd very international – and a little complex.

His Ancestors came to the United States around 1800in fact with Basque shepherdsso from Spain.

Why? A huge market for Australian sheep and wool had developed in the USA. And these sheep were tended by Basques. No idea why, but that’s how it was.

So the Australian Shepherd owes its name to this origin. And various races have been involved in its final appearance.

Among other things Pyrenean Shepherd Dogs, Australian Cattle Dogs, Rough and Smooth Collies as well as the Australian Kelpie.

Over the years, the herding dog also became a family dog.

Since the Australian Shepherd is very willing to learn – especially when it comes to tricks – its popularity rose in the middle of the 20th century.

Meanwhile, the Australian Shepherd one of the most popular dog breeds in the world. Since year 2007 is he officially from the FCI as a distinct breed accepted.

Nature & Character of the Australian Shepherd

Like all herding dogs, the Australian Shepherd has a very protective being.

He is loyal and loyal and given a consistent upbringing very affectionate and people-related dogwho doesn’t quite like being left alone.

As herding dogs, he brings in very playful and agile temperament with. This is paired with a friendly and cheerful character and one high intelligence.

attitude & upbringing

Before an Australian Shepherd moves in with you, you should also know whether you respect him attitude can offer a species-appropriate life.

The point is at least as interesting and important Upbringing.

attitude

Hardly a herding dog is happy if he lives his life in a (small) city ​​apartment must spend.

This is possible with sufficient exercise, but definitely not recommended.

And so the Australian Shepherd would also prefer to be in one House with garden life.

Going for a walk makes him the most in the free nature Fun where there is much to discover and explore.

Upbringing

intelligence and a high activity level mean for the education of the corresponding dog: here are Consistency, assertiveness and patience asked.

Then come another happy mischievous being In addition, you actually have to be on guard in a way.

Because the Australian Shepherd who fulfills all these characteristics, it’s not so easy to fool an X for a U.

What is important for this breed is that is sufficiently utilized, both mentally and physically.

If that’s the case, the Aussie will be happy just to relax and chill with you.

Health & Care

What about the care and health of the Australian Shepherd?

Let’s see if there are any possible diseases that can cause problems for this breed.

Grooming & General Grooming

The Australian Shepherd has a medium-length coat. And that means almost naturally: The coat care is a little more intensive and should take place regularly.

And not only the coat wants to be noticed.

Once a week it is advisable Check eyes, teeth, ears and claws. The latter may need to be cut.

Health

For all pedigree dogs, health stands and falls with serious breeding.

Because only this can guarantee to a certain extent that breed-typical hereditary diseases are ruled out right from the start.

The Australian Shepherd is then considered a particularly robust breed. Nevertheless, there may be a predisposition to diseases that can cause problems.

So the Australian Shepherd can, among other things, on MDR1 gene defect suffer, one metabolic disease.

Please renounce with your fur nose too to the color merle. Because this is usually associated with serious eye diseases as well as deafness.

The Aussie can also suffer from hip and elbow dysplasia as well as from the PREthe Progressive Retinal Atrophy.

Also can epilepsy as well as teeth problems appear.

Life expectancy

If your Australian Shepherd is in good health, is fed and cared for in a species-appropriate manner, he can live to an old age between 13 and 15 years to reach.

Is the Australian Shepherd right for me?

The active Australian Shepherd is ideal for People suitable, who at least likes traveling and active are like him.

In addition, he is considered ideal family dogwho gets along well with children and other pets.

It is also suitable for single peoplewho, like him, give and need a lot of love.

Thinking of adopting an Australian Shepherd? It is best to find out beforehand about all the costs that you will incur in our article What does an Australian Shepherd cost? Costs & prices explained!

Fun facts about the Australian Shepherd

At the end you get some fun facts about this beautiful fur nose.

Because of the color of their eyes, Australian Shepherds were considered sacred by the Native Americans – they gave them the name «Ghost Eye».

The Aussie Hyper Hank was a sporting star in the 1970s – and it was in the Frisbee field. He and his master Eldon McIntire even performed at the Super Bowl!

The Aussie’s herding and herding instincts can lead to chasing bicycles and cars.

Australian Shepherds are water rats who love the cool water.

Do you already live with an Australian Shepherd? Then you can definitely tell us stories that we don’t know yet.

We would be happy if you share them with us in the comments 😊