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Australian Shepherd

Australian Shepherd

12 - 15 yearsLife Expectancy

Medium-sized, agile herding dog with striking multicolored coat, expressive eyes, and keen herding instincts. Known for their intense work drive and weather-resistant double coat.

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Traits:
  • Good with Kids
  • Dog Friendly
  • Friendly Stranger
  • Easy to Train
  • High Energy
  • Low Drooling
  • Easy Grooming
  • Playful
  • Protective

Breed Statistics

  • Energy Level5/5
  • Trainability5/5
  • Playfulness4/5
  • Protectiveness4/5
  • Barking3/5
  • Drooling1/5
  • Good with Children5/5
  • Good with Other Dogs3/5
  • Good with Strangers3/5
  • Shedding4/5
  • Coat Length4/5
  • Grooming2/5

Physical Attributes

Height (Male)20 - 23 inches
Height (Female)20 - 23 inches
Weight (Male)50 - 65 lbs
Weight (Female)40 - 55 lbs

Breed History

Despite its name, the Australian Shepherd was developed in the American West in the 19th century from Basque shepherd dogs brought by immigrants from the Pyrenees region. The breed's intelligence and versatility made it popular on the rodeo circuit and for ranching work.