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Introducing the Australian Shepherd

The Australian Shepherd is an intelligent, attractive medium sized dog with a bobtail and striking varied coat colouration. Each dog’s coat and eye colour are highly varied and individual. Aussies are reserved with strangers but are a dependable, tireless worker, devoted to their owner. Highly intelligent, strong and agile, they also make a great family pet.

 
History of the Australian Shepherd

History_DogThe Australian Shepherd was actually developed in America but there is much debate over their origins. It is generally believed the dogs came to Australia from Spain, ontraveling to the United States in the late 1800’s with flocks of Merino sheep and the Basque Shepherds who tended them. Another theory is they were Australian Sheepdogs derived from the Smithfield and some type of collie, possibly the German Coolie or it's ancestor. The name was coined in the United Sates because of the believed link between Australia and the herding of Australian Merino Sheep. The Aussie has been elusive, at least in documentation of their origin. Now-a-days they are very popular as a family pet, an obedience and agility dog, a worker and more recently as a show dog.

 
Aussies & other Animals

Aussies, if properly socialised, can get along with any kind of animal.

However, as with any dog, an Aussie must be properly introduced to different animal species (including other dogs) in a favourable environment otherwise, problems with species compatibility may arise.

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Breed Size & Characteristics

The Australian Shepherd is a medium sized dog with a coat of medium length. To the untrained eye the Aussie resembles a Border Collie, but is slightly larger and has a wider range of coat colours. Aussies come with a range of tail lengths due to a natural bobbing gene. Some dogs will have little or no tail while others will have a full length, feathered tail. The gait is smooth and free. ‘Grinning’ is a characteristic of some Australian Shepherds and should not be mistaken for snarling. Aussies are known for their ability in obedience, agility, tracking, Frisbee catching and endurance. They are a special dog and deserve special owners.

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Breed Standard

The following Breed Standard has been excerpted from the Australian National Kennel Club .

 
Choosing an Aussie

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Owning any dog is a serious business, and when buying an Aussie puppy keep in mind that you should be planning to be caring for this dog for 10-15 years. Always purchase from a reputable breeder, NEVER from a pet shop. The Australian Shepherd Club of Victoria Inc., can advise you on breeders, and dogs and puppies that may be available from time to time. You should never be afraid to take a list of questions with you to ask each breeder but here are some questions that you may need to consider first. Is an Aussie the right dog for me? Do I want a male or female? What colour do I want? Do I want a dog as a pet or to show? Do I want a dog or a puppy? The Australian Shepherd club provides a no-obligation free advisory service for all inquiries about Aussies. Contact us, we’ll be happy to help.

 
Buying a Puppy

puppy1Buying a Puppy can be an emotional experience that involves trying to make the "correct" decision, what colour, what sex, pet or show, price, where to buy, questions and what should I receive for my money?  Information to help to make the correct selection can be found here .

 
Breeder Listing

The club has put together a Breeder Listing

The listing will be hard copy published annually and distributed with the August/September Newsletter and displayed on the club website.

The Breeders Prefix, Name, Address (Suburb & State), Phone Number, Email and Website are included in the listing and sorted in alphabetical order of the Breeders Prefix.

 
Puppy Listing

Puppy enquiries should be directed to Jayne Mallon at This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it   or telephone (03) 5428 8570. 

Also available is a listing of currently available litters via the following link: Puppy Listing.

Buying a puppy can be an emotional time for your household.  In our Buying a Puppy section [above] there is an article on what questions to ask and what you should expect from the experience.

 
Stud Listing

The Stud Listing put together by the Club is hardcopy published annually and distributed with the August/September Newsletter as well as displayed on the club website.

The web site list can be accessed via the following link: Stud Listing

The listing includes pictures of the dogs along with Owner Contact Information, Sire, Dam, Age, Eye and Hip scores. 

If you are interested in listing your dog the cost per dog is $25.00 for ASCV Members or $50.00 for Non ASCV Members.

The club must have copies of the following for each dog, to enable it to be listed:

All copies of certificates will be kept on file with the Membership Officer.

The listing will be sorted in Alphabetical order by the Owners Surname.

Provision is included on your Membership renewal form to add dogs to the Stud Listing. Simply pay the appropriate fee and send copies of certificates with your renewal notice.

 
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