About the breed.

History and origin of the Australian Shepherd:
Despite its name, the Australian Shepherd breed was developed exclusively in the USA. According to theories, the origin of the name can be traced back to Basque sheep herders who brought these dogs with them from Australia to America in the 1800s.After the Second World War, the popularity of these dogs continued to increase.

The easiness of their upbringing and training, as well as their countless talents, have made Australian Shepherds useful helpers on ranches and farms in America.

Size ♂

Male: 51-58 cm ♀

Female: 46-53 cmWeight ♂

Male: 25-32 kg ♀

Female: 16-25 kg

Color red, black, blue merle, red merle, each with or without white and/or copper markings. Coat structure medium long, straight to wavy, resistant to weather effects, front legs and "trousers" medium feathery, with undercoat. Life expectancy 13-15 years. Character/nature intelligent, active, good-natured, persistent, hardworking, protective, alert, calm.

The nature of the Australian Shepherd:

The Australian Shepherd is very attentive, lively and open. It is characterized by high intelligence, exceptional dexterity and enviable endurance. He is loyal, balanced, good-natured and rarely quarrelsome. Almost all Aussies are very attached to their owners and families and are initially a little reserved around strangers. An intelligent working dog has a strong herding and guarding instinct. He is protective of his family and, given his original use as a herding dog, has good observation skills and often makes up his own mind about what to do. An active, mobile four-legged friend always needs to be challenged and needs meaningful tasks that he likes to complete independently and conscientiously. He looks forward to every new challenge. Australian Shepherds are usually not aggressive towards animals or people. They are very eager to learn, which is why they are easy to train. Thanks to its naturally irrepressible temperament, the Australian Shepherd should definitely learn to relax even in puppyhood. Otherwise, they often appear overly excited and demanding. In general, early, loving and consistent education is a basic requirement. Australian Shepherds are used in many areas.

As a real working dog on the farm and for herding sheep, ducks and cattle. As a family dog for families with children, in which an active and active lifestyle is part of everyday life.

As dogs in dog sports such as agility, dog dancing, or trick dog.

Australian Shepherd as a puppy.

Australian Shepherd puppies require rigorous training right from the start. Live puppies have a great desire to move and are characterized by excellent mobility. However, Australian Shepherd puppies should not climb stairs. It is recommended to avoid climbing stairs until they are fully grown. Australians mature later, often reaching full maturity by three to four years of age. They reach sexual maturity at the age of 6 to 12 months. During this period, they are full of energy and want to be employed. However, you should teach your puppy that sometimes there is no activity.
Training and breeding of the Australian Shepherd.
Eager and playful dogs require consistent but very loving training with clear boundaries. It is also recommended to start socializing early. Aussies are happy to be at the side of their owners and wait for various tasks to be completed. Therefore, do not leave your dog alone too often or for too long. The Australian Shepherd requires a lot of exercise and wants to be kept busy several times a day. This includes walks, including short play breaks, as well as nature hikes and dog sports. Suitable dog sports include agility, dog trekking and canicross. Intelligent dogs need a lot of variety, they want to think, complete tasks and need to be mentally and physically challenged. Optimal exercise for an Australian Shepherd consists of a healthy mix of mental and physical exertion. Thanks to their enormous endurance, Australian Shepherds are ideal companions for jogging, hiking or cycling. However, be sure to give your Australian Shepherd time to rest to keep his temperament and work ethic in check.

Useful links :

https://www.australskyovciakklub.sk/

https://www.kchbo.com/

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