Australian Shepherd Research Paper
The Australian Shepherd
Ashlynn Henning
Globe University – Sioux Falls
The Australian Shepherd The Australian Shepherd or other wise known as an Aussie, is a highly intelligent dog that is seen world wide. This dog is used on the farm as a herding dog, all-purpose farm dog, and as well as a performance dog. The original dog bible: the definitive source for all things dog /[editied] by Kristin Mehus-Roe. – end ed. P. cm. Many believe that the Australian Shepherd had originated in Spain and France it was actually the developed by U.S. farmers and ranchers in the early 1920’s. The Aussie was used as a herding dog, all-purpose farm dog, and a performance dog, and was highly recognized in the American West. The original dog bible: …show more content…
The coat is feathered at the backs of the legs, thighs, and neck. As for colors these dogs can be blue merle, red merle, black, or red with or without markings and tan points. The Aussie stands 18 to 23 inches tall, and can weight anywhere between 35 to 75 pounds. The original dog bible: the definitive source for all things dog /[editied] by Kristin Mehus-Roe. – end ed. P.223 cm. Now although Australian Shepherds are beautiful active dogs, they come with a list of medical diseases and breed abnormalities. They can have dermatological conditions such as Mucocutaneous Hypopigmentation. This is a problem that can affect the nose, eyelids, lips, anus, tongue and oral cavity. It can sometimes be seasonal however, the cause in unknown. Vidt, Jeff (2015, September 24). Frequently Asked Questions Retrieved from Dr. Jeff Vidt: with a special interest in the medical problems of the Chinese Sharp-pe. website: …show more content…
The reason the Aussie is filmed in these shows is because of their trainable stunts and skills. These qualities helped them land a spot in show business. Colin D. Caroline (1999). “History of the Australian Shepherd”. Barrons P.5-7;cm. However, more recently the Australian Shepherd started in a show called the Famous Five (2012). As well as its sequels. Some other interesting facts about the Australian Shepherd breed is that they are very sensitive. They take getting yelled at very seriously and they will put their head down, run away and hide. Other things that I find interesting about the breed is that they can actually be in town dogs. They require an active family but, can live in a suburban area or even a rural home. Also Aussies will set a warning bark when they hear or smell something that is unfamiliar to
Ashlynn Henning
Globe University – Sioux Falls
The Australian Shepherd The Australian Shepherd or other wise known as an Aussie, is a highly intelligent dog that is seen world wide. This dog is used on the farm as a herding dog, all-purpose farm dog, and as well as a performance dog. The original dog bible: the definitive source for all things dog /[editied] by Kristin Mehus-Roe. – end ed. P. cm. Many believe that the Australian Shepherd had originated in Spain and France it was actually the developed by U.S. farmers and ranchers in the early 1920’s. The Aussie was used as a herding dog, all-purpose farm dog, and a performance dog, and was highly recognized in the American West. The original dog bible: …show more content…
The coat is feathered at the backs of the legs, thighs, and neck. As for colors these dogs can be blue merle, red merle, black, or red with or without markings and tan points. The Aussie stands 18 to 23 inches tall, and can weight anywhere between 35 to 75 pounds. The original dog bible: the definitive source for all things dog /[editied] by Kristin Mehus-Roe. – end ed. P.223 cm. Now although Australian Shepherds are beautiful active dogs, they come with a list of medical diseases and breed abnormalities. They can have dermatological conditions such as Mucocutaneous Hypopigmentation. This is a problem that can affect the nose, eyelids, lips, anus, tongue and oral cavity. It can sometimes be seasonal however, the cause in unknown. Vidt, Jeff (2015, September 24). Frequently Asked Questions Retrieved from Dr. Jeff Vidt: with a special interest in the medical problems of the Chinese Sharp-pe. website: …show more content…
The reason the Aussie is filmed in these shows is because of their trainable stunts and skills. These qualities helped them land a spot in show business. Colin D. Caroline (1999). “History of the Australian Shepherd”. Barrons P.5-7;cm. However, more recently the Australian Shepherd started in a show called the Famous Five (2012). As well as its sequels. Some other interesting facts about the Australian Shepherd breed is that they are very sensitive. They take getting yelled at very seriously and they will put their head down, run away and hide. Other things that I find interesting about the breed is that they can actually be in town dogs. They require an active family but, can live in a suburban area or even a rural home. Also Aussies will set a warning bark when they hear or smell something that is unfamiliar to