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Also known as	Aussie, Australischer Schäferhund
Origin	Unites States
Height	18 to 23 inches
Weight	40 to 65 lbs
Life Span	12 to 15 years
Grooming Level	Medium
Exercise Level	High
Temperament	Energetic, loyal, courageous, and protective
Feeding	Medium
Climates	Cold is best
Living Conditions	Not for apartments, large yard is best
Possible Health Problems	Cataracts, PRA, hip dysplasia
Litters	6 to 9 pups
Hypo-allergenic
Good with Children	Yes
Group	Herding

The Australian Shepherd is a herding dog. They are either born with a natural bob-tail or has its hindmost appendage docked as a pup. Their medium length coats come in black, red, blue merle or red merle - all with or without white and/or tan markings. coat care is minimal in this breed. This breed loves exercise.

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