Google Square Ad The Australian Shepherd is an intelligent and even tempered dog. He will be dependable, excellent with children and a loyal watch dog. Australian Shepherds are working dogs and have strong working and guarding instincts. They have been used for herding, search and rescue and narcotic detection.
Training
Train your puppy early on to socialize him with others. The Australian Shepherd can be wary of strangers if not properly trained when young. Your dog in incredibly intelligent and can learn many tricks.
Exercise
The Australian Shepherd required a good amount of strong exercise every day. He needs to run and play, so he would not make a good apartment pet. The shepherd loves to frolic and romp, and is therefore a good playmate for active children.
Grooming
Hair, hair and more hair. Your Australian Shepherd will shed all year. You will find hair pretty much everywhere. Brush daily outside.
Health
Your Australian Shepherd is prone to eye problems and skin or allergy problems.
The Australian Shepherd is an intelligent and even tempered dog. He will be dependable, excellent with children and a loyal watch dog. Australian Shepherds are working dogs and have strong working and guarding instincts. They have been used for herding, search and rescue and narcotic detection.