Australian Shepherd
Herding group · Medium size · From USA
A smart, work-oriented, exuberant herding dog — actually American despite the name; needs a job.
SmartWork-OrientedExuberant
Lifespan
12–15 years
Weight (M)
50–65 lbs
Height (M)
20–23"
Coat
medium
Ad slot · breed-mid
Trait ratings
Energy
Very High
Trainability
Very High
Intelligence
Very High
Exercise needs
Very High
Shedding
Lower = less hair
High
Grooming effort
Moderate
Drooling
Very Low
Barking
Moderate
Good with kids
Very High
Good with dogs
High
Good with strangers
Moderate
Protectiveness
High
Adaptability
Apartment / new environments
Moderate
Common health issues
- • Hip dysplasia
- • Epilepsy
- • Eye problems
- • MDR1 gene mutation
Health varies between individual dogs. Always ask breeders for OFA / health-test paperwork.
Ad slot · breed-bottom
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