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Which Australian Shepherd Would You Purchase?

Trying to decide between these two. Which one would you get? The darker has one blue and one brown eye. The lighter has two blue eyes.

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Audi the Aussie

Audi the Aussie is currently 16 weeks old. A blue merle boy from High Desert Aussies in Bend, Oregon. He's most times awesome, sometimes mischievous, sometimes

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The Importance of Dog Behavior Training with Australian Shepherds

Looking for dog behavior training tips to help with barking, chewing, jumping up, digging, nipping, biting, or getting aggressive? There are steps you can take to help your Aussie stop these behaviors.

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Will Aussie Father Harm The Pups?

We are anticipating a litter of puppies soon from our Aussie couple, first litter ever for us. Mom is about 45lbs, 2 yrs old. Dad (named Bandit) is 7

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Separation Anxiety When Going On Vacation: What Would You Do In This Situation?

Hi All, I just wanted a bit advice on how to handle vacation anxiety. My hubby and I are going away in 2 weeks time, my Mini Aussie is staying home with

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Meet Murphy, The Miniature Dachshund/Miniature Australian Shepherd Mix

I adopted Murphy in October 2011 from my veterinarian. He was 8 months old and had been at the veterinary office since July. I thought he was a long hair

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Can We Have A Puppy In A Covered Pen Outside While We Are At Work?

I am a teacher and looking into getting a Mini Aussie this summer. This will give myself and my wife time to adjust to the dog and give it time it needs

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Question About Breeding Australian Shepherds

Hi! I'm interested in breeding my 8 month old male blue merle Aussie before I get him neutered and I was wondering if anyone had any tips on how to go

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Is This Too Much White For An Australian Shepherd?

Do you think this pup will be healthy? Does it have too much white?

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Overly Submissive Behavior From 3 Month Old Miniature Aussie

We adopted a 3 month old Miniature Aussie. She’s reddish brown merle. She is a very sweet dog. Displays no aggression, sleeps half the day. She is kept

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Aggression Between Two Female Miniature Aussies

We have 2 female Miniature Aussies 3 and 4 years old. The younger one has always been high strung while the older is low energy. Within the past 6 months

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Are Australian Shepherds Escape Artists?

I am considering getting an Australian Shepherd puppy and I'm wondering if they are the type of dog who constantly tries to escape. I had a Brittany and

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Adding A Second Dog To The Home

We have a Mini Australian Shepard and he is 15 months old. He is very attached to mom and dad. He's an extremely needy dog who demands a lot of attention.

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Australian Shepherd Color Pencil Drawing: Rizzo

Color pencil on bristol board.

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Can Anyone Recommend A Good Shampoo For Australian Shepherds?

Can anyone recommend a good shampoo for my Aussie mix? I feel like it’s so hard to rinse the shampoo out of her hair. I've always had short-haired small

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A Dog Rain Jacket Can Help Keep Your Australian Shepherd Dry And Happy

A dog rain jacket can really come in handy when the weather gets wet and miserable. Dogs still need to get out even in rain and snow. Why not keep your them dry and happy with a waterproof dog raincoat?

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Fundraiser For Toby To Help Cover Vet Bills. Please Help!

Hello, hope this message finds you well even though its sad news. I have my baby Toby, 3 years old, hospitalized since 11 days ago. The vets are trying

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Maggie May, The Flying Australian Shepherd

This is Maggie May. She can no longer do this, but boy could she fly and do backflips on command. She is now 16. Content to just chase toys with her sisters.

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Bella's Human Family, Who Lost Her To A House Fire

Our son Jeremy, lost his beloved Australian Shepard,”Bella” and two other farm dogs in a tragic Fire a week ago Thursday. The blaze gutted the family’s

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Are There Any Dog Puzzle Toys Recommended For Australian Shepherds?

Are there any puzzle toys that are recommended for Australian Shepherds? I make sure my Aussie gets at least an hour of exercise daily but he still seems

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CBD Oil For Dogs And What Australian Shepherd Owners Need To Know

CBD oil for dogs, otherwise known as cannabidiol, may help to ease a number of symptoms of various illnesses. Let's take a closer look at the potential benefits to your dog's health and wellbeing.

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Why Is My Australian Shepherd All Of A Sudden Dealing With Aggression?

Friends, I have a 5 year old Australian Shepherd, whom I have had since she was a baby. I started clicker training her when she was a pup, and constantly

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How Does Hemangiosarcoma In Dogs Affect Your Australian Shepherd?

Hemangiosarcoma is a deadly form of cancer that is most common in dogs, though it may also affect other kinds of animals as well. It is a form of cancer in dogs that is particularly aggressive.

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My Female Is 3 and She Has Had 1 Litter Of 5 and Has Lost 2 Litters. Is This Common In The Mini Aussie?

My female is 3 and she has had 1 litter of 5 and has lost 2 litters. Is this common in the Mini Aussie? She shows signs and the beginning of her pregnancy

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Can You Train an Aussie NOT to Herd Livestock?

Hello, I have a general Australian Shepherd question that someone might be able to answer. My wife and I are looking into getting an Aussie. The new addition

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Best Dog Friend Emerson

Emerson you were the love of my heart for almost 11 years. I will always hold you in so many memories as I do all the things you enjoyed, running with

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Australian Shepherd Puppy Only Poops And Pees In Own Yard

My parents' Australian Shepherd pup is only peeing and pooping in her own yard. I walk her and take her to dog parks, but she never goes anywhere else.

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How To Keep Our Australian Shepherd Home?

We have a six year old male Australian Shepherd and his playmate (a Border Collie Mixed female, both neutered), often run off for 5 to 24 hours. We had

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A Look At Australian Shepherd Mix Breed Dogs | Aussie Mix Forum

While the Australian Shepherd is the star of this website, many of our readers have Minis (technically a separate breed) or an Aussie mix. Learn more and create a page about your Aussie mix or Mini here.

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Advice On If We Are A Good Fit With An Australian Shepherd?

This weekend a sweet Aussie found us at our family’s camp. He has a collar with no tags. We are currently trying to find out if owners are looking for

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