
Australian Shepherd
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Herding
40 to 65 pounds
18 to 23 inches
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Athletic, confident, and whip-smart, the Australian Shepherd dog embodies the spirit of the American West where they first became popular in this country. They are powerful and have great stamina, bred to herd all day over rugged terrain. They are nimble and able to change direction on a dime; they have an effortless gait. The Australian Shepherd’s colorful coat is weather-resistant and sheds. You often see Aussies with two different eye colors, a unique genetic quirk of the breed.
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