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This is Lola playing in her first snow. We live in Sandpoint, Idaho, we get a decent amount of snow here and she loves it. She's a serious lap dog, loves to climb in my lap and have her belly rubbed. When at play she can be very mischievous, if I drop a hat or glove in the snow she races in to grab it and takes off running. Chasing her is futile, she is a lot faster than I am. I have to go in the house, get a slice of cheese and trade her for the piece of clothing she ran off with.
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The day that Australian Shepherd owners, and all dog owners, dread. The day we must say goodbye. This is Barbara Boudreau's story about the life and passing of her beloved Aussie, Lila.
Australian Shepherd temperament is unique and is part of what makes Aussies so attractive. It is what makes this breed particularly prized as working dogs and family dogs alike.
They enrich our lives, add meaning to our lives, and sometimes even save our lives. Read about Banjo, the Australian Shepherd, who saves his owner from drowning after she was knocked out while crossing a river.
If you want to buy dog harnesses you may be somewhat confused about what type to get and what to look for. Let's take a closer look at the three basic types of harness: standard, no-pull, and lifting.
When is a dog most likely to bite? Understanding all of the potential causes can help you to better control your dog's behavior and avoid situations that could cause your Australian Shepherd to bite.
Find the perfect Australian Shepherd gift for the Aussie fan in your life. Custom-designed t-shirts, puzzles, decorative signs, or jewelry. All kinds of inspiring Aussie themed gift giving ideas.
Leash training an Australian Shepherd is among the first things, as an Aussie owner, you need to learn about as you need to have control of your dog for their safety as well as other people and animals.
Periodontal disease in dogs is one of the most common ailments seen by veterinarians. What are the signs that may indicate that your dog has gum disease and what can you do to prevent and treat it?
The blue merle Australian Shepherd is a very popular variation of this dog breed. The Aussie has brains, beauty, and personality which has earned them a place in popular culture and our hearts.
These Australian Shepherd training tips can be helpful for anyone fortunate enough to have an Aussie in their lives. It is important to start dog training early and to be as consistent as possible.
Recommended dog training videos make it easy to train your puppy, your adult dog, or to deal with behavior problems.
This will provide you with a solid foundation for training and care of your Aussie. This is our popular ebook that features a wide range of information that it is important for every Aussie owner to have. It also features hundreds of photos contributed by our readers. It is truly an aussome Aussie Community effort. It contains too much to go into here, but it will definitely help you to help your Aussie be the best Aussie they can be! Get Your Copy Here
Here we let you know about site updates, photo of the month, interesting reader submissions, product highlights, new rescues available and anything else that comes up that we need to tell you about.
Every two weeks you will get a new edition featuring... the BEST Photos submitted by readers like you, Product Highlights for dog owners, Cartoons by Mark Anderson, Dog Quotes and the feature photo will also be available as a FREE Online Puzzle (great for kids and Aussie fans of any age). Give it a try! It's completely free and you can unsubscribe anytime.
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Create a page all about your Aussie! Have a great story to share? Tell us how aussome they are and what events you participate in together. We would love to hear what makes your Aussie special. Be sure to add photos! You can add up to 4 photos with your submission.
Have questions about your Australian Shepherd? You can search our site, of course, but you can also post any questions you might have here. Chances are someone can help. If you see a question you know the answer to be sure to share your experience. You can add up to 4 photos too. We would love to see your Aussie.
One of the hardest things we have to go through is when our beloved Aussies leave for the "Rainbow Bridge." Here you can create a memorial page with photos and share how much your Aussie meant to you.
Here we have a lot of information about training your Aussie including housetraining, crate training, obdience training, socialization, clicker training, behavior problems and more...
Australian Shepherds excel at agility competitions. In this section we feature information about agility training for dogs, agility equipment and getting started in dog agility traing with your Aussie.
Getting a puppy or adopting an older Aussie? It is important that you read this before getting this breed of dog.
I always like to encourage people to seriously consider getting their Aussie from a rescue. There are so many wonderful dogs in desperate need of a loving home like yours. Remember to always get your dog from a rescue or a reputable breeder and never from a "back-yard breeder" or pet store. Here you will fin listings of Rescue Organizations and of Aussies in need of rescue
All breeders are not created equal. Every aspect of your Aussie is directly related to the care that goes into their breeding. Find out what separates the reputable from not-so-reputable. Choosing a breeder is one of the most important decisions you will make to ensure that your puppy is the right match for you, your family and your lifestyle.
Find breeders in your area. Our directory features breeders from around the world. If you are a breeder and would like to add your name to our listings click here for more info.
If you are looking for a puppy this page features breeders in our directory that have puppies available. We only accept listings from breeders in our directory.
Of course, once you get your puppy you are going to have to come up with the perfect name. Our "Favorite Puppy Names" page with give you lots of inspiration and help you decide.
You will also want to know how to care for your puppy. This article by Aussie breeder, Ann Calmes, will get you on the right track with great puppy care tips to get you started.
How To Introduce A Puppy To An Older Dog. You are not just introducing them to each other but to the home and all of the dynamics that entails.
Homemade dog food, commercial dog food, raw dog food diet, food allergies, Wysong dog food, the best bully sticks and recipes you can try at home are covered in our dog nutrition section.
Basic dog grooming topics are covered including brushing, cleaning ears and eyes, maintaining teeth, bathing and dog grooming equipment including the FURminator.
In our health section you can find information about hereditary diseases, viruses, bacteria, worms and parasites. Also has articles about dog skin problems, constipation, diarrhea, vomiting and more.
Sometimes you don't want to pay for a complete office visit to your vet—you just need to get a question answered. Here you can ask a veterinarian about your dog health problem, 24/7. It's done online so you can get your questions answered quickly and with this program you don't pay until you accept the answer.
Often it's something we don't want to think about until it's too late and we are facing a huge veterinary bill. Get the info you need and decide if getting health insurance for your dog is somthing you need to do.
Dog bites are a serious issue. Find out about dog bite prevention, first aid and treatment, infections from dog bites, lawsuits and insurance.
Our Photo of Month showcases the best photos sent in by readers. On this page you will also find the previous winners. Depending on your internet connection this page may take a bit longer to load for you because of the many photos. If you have great photos of your Aussie you would like to send in you can get more info about submitting your photo(s) here.
This section features a wide variety of articles many of which have been contributed by our readers. Just some of the topics covered include dog games and activities, Frisbee dog sport, therapy dog traing, puppy socialization and more. Check out this page to see which topics are of interest to you.
If you are looking for the Breed Standard or info about Aussie colors and markings this is the place. This section also covers the difference between Australian Shepherds and Miniature Aussies which are considered to be separate breeds.
An overview of the history behind the development of the breed. (It did not originate in Australia though.)
The sections above will give you a good start at exploring the site. You can also use the Search Box at the top of every page (right side of banner) to find what you are looking for.
To create a solid foundation for care and traing of your Aussie and to help prevent behavioral problems (or deal with them if they are already happening) be sure to check out our very own Guide to Australian Shepherd Training and Care Ebook.
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