Having an Australian Shepherd dog for a companion can be a source of pride and joy. An active way of life is highly recommended for this breed. An active lifestyle is best suited for an Australian Shepherd. To maximize the potential of an Australian Shepherd, it is best to take into account some vital details about the breed.
Quick Facts
Aussies as they are commonly known comes from the native California use for herding other animals. Characterized by its docked bobtail, this animal is of medium sized, robust and has a strong deep chest and stands squarely on all fours. Masculinity and femininity is well-defined in Aussies.
Height: Dogs 20-23 inches (52-58cm.) Bitches 18-21 inches (46-53cm)
Weight: Dogs 50-65 pounds (25-29 kg) Bitches 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg.)
Living with an Aussie
Being a fun loving and easy going animals, Aussies love to play around. They love to play rough. They are loyal and affectionate to their human family and always eager to please their masters. Their sixth sense works best for their master who expects a lot from their pet dog. Children love having them around due to their playful nature though they appear shy around strangers. A large or open space is good for an Australian Shepherd due to their energetic personality. This kind of breed forms a strong bond of affection with their masters and suffers from separation anxiety therefore it is recommended that they are not left alone for a long period of time.
Training the Australian Shepherd
Since herding is second nature to Aussies, it is highly recommended to have them undergo training at an early age for them to learn how to control their high energy and be able to obey basic commands. This will make them aware of their master’s expectations. It is advisable to have their exuberance under control especially around children. Australian Shepherd training should include exposure to a lot of people and other dogs and is best to start early on to hone their social skills and discernment between friend and foe.
Enroll them in an obedience training school to properly channel their high energy into productive activities. They should be occupied with workouts to avoid experiencing the result of their destructive behavior. They are happier moving around and doing tasks rather than doing nothing at all.
The lifespan of Aussies is from 12 years and up and this dog’s appetite is generally bigger than most dogs of the same size so keep in mind to feed him sufficient amount of quality food. An active way of life is highly recommended for this breed. A well-trained Australian Shepherd can be the best dog companion one could ever have.
Posted under Dog Breeds, dog training
This post was written by admin on January 13, 2009
