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 Australian Shepherds are working dogs that have strong working and guarding instincts.
The Australian Shepherd is well balanced, and a rather strong dog. The strong head is in proportion to the body. The dog displays intelligence and attentive attitude.
The almond-shaped eyes are brown, blue, or amber. The triangular ears are set high on the dog's head. The teeth should meet in a scissors bite. The tapering muzzle is rounded at the tip. The neck is slightly arched and fits well into the dog's shoulders. The chest is deep.
The Australian Shepherd's legs are strong and straight. The feet are oval and compact.
The Australian Shepherd's coat of medium length is straight to wavy. It is weather-resistant. The coat colors are blue merle, red merle, red or black. White body splashes should be disqualified. The tail is normally docked, if it is longer than 4 inches.
Loyalty, courage and an easygoing nature characterize the Australian Shepherd's temperament. They do well with children, as they adore playing and goofing around.
Naturally suspicious of strangers, Australian Shepherds need proper socialization when they are puppies. Australian Shepherds are not dog aggressive, and unlike some other breeds, do not bark at livestock when working. |
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