Mark Manfield - Australian Shepherd Bible and the Australian Shepherd: Your Perfect Australian Shepherd Guide Covers Australian Shepherds, Australian Shepherd Puppies, Australian Shepherd Training, Mini Australian

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Introducing the Australian Shepherd

As the saying goes, a dog is mans best friend; but ask any dog lover, and he or she will say that dogs are more than that. Dogs can teach humans a thing or two about unconditional love, loyalty and positivity. They have the unique ability to lift our spirits without saying a word, and have the patience to be there for us when things are most difficult.

Having a dog is more than about ownership it is about creating a relationship that will last for years and years to come. It is about love, nurturing and responsibility. It is about realizing that having a dog as a companion means that he or she becomes more than just a friend to you he or she becomes part of your family.

The Australian Shepherd is one of the most loyal, most energetic and smartest dog breeds out there.

If youve ever considered taking in a dog as part of your family, you may have come across one of the smartest, most loyal, most energetic and most adventurous breeds out there the Australian Shepherd or Aussie, for short.

Bred originally to herd livestock, the Australian Shepherd is the happiest when he has a lot of work to do. An Australian Shepherd rounding up a flock of sheep is certainly a marvelous sight to behold. The dog moves with the surety of a professional athlete, directing the flock with barks, nips and a penetrating gaze that send the message to sheep that the Australian Shepherd is the boss.

Loyal to his family but aloof towards strangers, Australian Shepherds thrive in homes that put his smarts and energy to good use. Of course, this does not mean that you have to own a flock of sheep if you want to welcome an Australian Shepherd into your family. What this does mean is that owning an Australian Shepherd means that you must keep him busy. The antithesis of a cat, this high-energy, spirited and hardworking dog would hate being stuck on the couch, sleeping and waking up just to eat before sleeping again.

Bred to herd, the Australian Shepherd thrives when he or she has a job to do.

This breed certainly has a lot of energy to burn so much so that a simple walk around the block might not cut it. The Australian Shepherd needs at least a small yard to run around and go crazy in. Without space and without activities to do, this breed can become bored, loud, and even destructive. Charmingly, this dog might create a job for himself if you have none lined up for him. He may take on jobs such as herding the kids, chasing other animals or even destroying the house if he feels like it. On the upside, the Australian Shepherd can be trained with some perseverance and patience, and can even be taught to do chores around the house such as picking up trash from the floor and putting it in the bin (you will still have to do the laundry yourself though).

While an energetic and lively dog certainly sounds like a positive, remember that you must have the time and energy to train and exercise the Australian Shepherd every day should you opt for this breed. If you would rather veg out in front of the television and sleep in all day during weekends, the Australian Shepherd will not be a good match for you.

However, while couch potatoes certainly wont find their spirit animal in the Australian Shepherd, those who are considering competitive dog shows may discover that this breed is the one for them. The Australian Shepherd is a stunner with mid-length fur and eye color which range from dark brown yellow green, blue and even amber. Naturally athletic and agile, the Australian Shepherd is an awesome contender when it comes to obedience, flyball, herding and agility competitions. The breed has also proven to thrive in canine careers such as policing, search and rescue work, and guiding.