AUSTRALIAN SHEPHERDS ALL ABOUT HERDING

My Aussie is Chocolate brown tan and white. She has no red or copper so she wouldn't be categorized as a red, right?. She is only 7 months old but she is being trained as a service dog.

My aussie is a complete couch potato. He runs away from most people and animals and doesn't like playing with toys. He's very food motivated though.

We're on our second Aussie, the first a female, the second a male. Both are great family dogs. Aussies are great in adjusting to their life situation. We haven't had to entertain or purposely keep them challenged, and they rarely get in trouble. They learn quite quickly what you allow and forbid. Now, they're the only breed I would own.

Thank you for this awesome video. I have a rescue dog that is a Corgi/Aussie mix and he has a tendency to want to sneak up behind people whom he doesn't know that we encounter and nip them on the lower calf. I at first was horrified because he broke the skin on a woman's leg but it was very superficial. Still, that's just not cool. But he tends to do this whenever we meet someone (another factor is he's on a leash at those times, too.)

Is this part of their herding nature or is this protectiveness gone awry? Do I just need to socialize him more?

She nailed it

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I know I am late to the conversation yet can't not write something with two 1y old well behaved austrailian shepherds, bred from a working line dad and show line mom both akc papered. These goofy intelligent creatures think about everything they do and at times take some convincing to do anything which they might disagree with. Even if its just to joke with us with a twinkle in their eyes. Had a heeler/shepard growing up that would do whatever I asked of her - intensely. With these dogs, its a wierd negotiation. Never bad dogs, deeply loving, yet if they feel something really needs to take care of, they will do it carefully, and apologize later. Even with the sheep in the weekends, they herd calmly without prey instincts and are joyfully deliberate in moving them with care, checking in when unsure.

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Our Aussie is limited to "jobs" like herding (chasing) squirrels in our large back yard, playing with his interactive toys, playing fetch, catching frisbee, playing keep-a-way of toys from our Rotty/Chow-Chow mix, rough-housing with the Rotty/Chow-Chow, and jogging with mama. If he doesn't get enough mental and physical activity during the day, he turns into a neurotic mess (anxiety?) in the evening. As my wife and I are both retired, we have the time to devote to his jobs (play). He is indeed loyal and intelligent. We got him during COVID, so he did not get enough socialization in first year, but we've done our best to make up for it and he is a lot better for it. He isn't thrilled about traveling (riding in a car), but he does tolerate it. Thanks for the video!

She just described my Aussie to a T. As my Aussie got to be a year old he started being wary of strangers and protective over me. When he was a pup he loved everyone. He’s no biter tho. His coat is short and I see some Aussies with long coats that look like show dogs. My dog is up my butt, that’s the only thing that took some getting used too. My dog definitely came from stock line. My dog ALWAYS wants to fo something. He never tires out, God help me.

Mine used to take my underwear to my wife when I would get in the shower 😂 that and deliver toilet paper

My Aussie is loving because she demonstrates in ways that are close to humans. If she barks loud at the door to go outside she take note of my reaction and if I show anger she lowers her head. If I go away for a few hours she greets me with over the top excitement when I return but it is true that they are energetic and bother you for attention to throw a ball or go outside and thus are not the best choice if you are retired and don’t have the same level of energy

All so true! great review

My baby is definitely stock dog! We love our boy and he takes great care of my daughter when I'm not home.

There should be no difference in coat or type between show or performance. Your standard is flawed or your breeders have fallen off the wheel. You can have a pretty dog that is capable of working.

We have an Australian shepherd and he is so amazing. He already herds our cattle and our kids lol. However he also bites at our cattle. Is this normal? If not how do I stop it?!

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Such A great informative video, we love our black tri color mini Aussie Gucci. Gucci would run the household if it wasn’t for dad as the corrector, Mom just can’t say no . Thank you for the great information and beautiful video

Yeah, oppions on weather the dog is a family pet or not is ridiculous!.. you train a dog for your needs...its like saying only huskies can pull a sled...nonsense...I can train a pug to be a attack dog , wich wouldn't do , but anything is possible. No it attitude which this lady shows is off putting.

Dude I LOVE your videos

We have a 8 month Aussie/Border/Blue Heeler/Hanin Tree mix. He is the smartest, most driven, athletic dog I've ever been around, and he has a great disposition. He's intense, but incredibly friendly and playful. He's going to be an amazing dog. He's big, too. Already 50 pounds, and only a few inches shy of our lab/husky, in length and at the shoulders.

“Just an all round good dog…the Australian Shepherd fit the bill.” You got that right!

Man I’d hire this woman to help my family’s Aussie. I’m the newest member (marrying in to the “herd”) and being WEARY was an understatement lol. I got bit, but I’ve tried taking him out and working him mentally and physically. Wish I knew how to work him properly. Seriously such intelligent dogs, but if you’re not going to exercise their minds and bodies - don’t get one.

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I don’t recommend these dogs for young families. These are super HIGH energy dogs that demand a consistent commitment to exercise in a suburban/rural environment.
Even the AussiePoos as well. Best, smartest dog I have ever had.

Agreed. 100%. Smartest dogs. My niece has an Aussie & I had an AussiePoo. You absolutely could not tell their voices apart. She didn’t mention how verbose they are. And I’m not speaking of barking. They talk.
Once - I was emotional & crying- My Aussie Poo scolded me & told me to GET OVER IT. When she died- my brother stated- Well - At least I don’t have to be corrected by a dog anymore! She didn’t permit crazy reactions to footballers scoring !!!!

I have a 3 year old female. I live in town by myself. She absolutely loves to play so we play frisbee multiple times a day. She minds well and is eager to please. She's also very affectionate. I really like the dog but she is a high energy dog and definitely not for everyone

Can they defend the herd from coyotes?

I'm thinking of getting one, but a mini so that it is more transportable as I travel a lot. Does anyone know a good rescue for minis in north America? Most websites I've seen today only have 1-2 dogs per rescue site and they are all full size...

I have 3 mini aussies ! They are always so eager to learn and super laid back.

Out of all the years i had different breeds of dogs, i can tell you one thing. The aussie wasnt the destroyer of things, i agree that Aussies need to have alot of excersie and training, most breeds do! But i dont agree that you csay that aussies arent just for normal family pet. I met alot of people that have aussies and they are great living. Especially with the proper training and exercise. Most the dogs i had have in my life that were destroyers or doing unpleasant behavior , were hound dogs, begals and little dogs . I had a mini aussie and he might of been a weird one for his personality but he never did anything bad, he at the time didnt get much training and still nothing bad out of him.

aussie great pet #1

I have a Doxie Australian he is a pain to handle always trying to herd us.

Thats sheltie.

Is my Aussie just lazy lol we got outside and she is just tired then again she is about 7 years old and doesn’t like Texas sun

I dont think Australian shepherds exist in australia

Always great videos Zeke

The best dogs. Mine had to be the smartest animal I’ve ever seen in my life. I could literally talk to him like a person and it was almost like he would understand me. He loved riding around in the truck, front seat with the window, and his head handing out of course.

I got my Aussie I grew up with that dog he’s super hyper active I don’t live on a farm but I live what is a ton of farmland in the country he is the most loyal dog you’ll ever meet they are the best dogs ever

Looks like red cloud kelpie x bourder collie

Awesome Video!!! ..and Thank you for doing what you do!

When I hear people say Aussie don't make good pets it makes my blood boil. My mother and I have bread Australian Shepherds since the 70ies, evening breeding a few national champions along the way. The is no better companion dog ever bread than a Aussie. Every dog breed takes a little bit of effort and socializing to make a good family pet. If your not willing to do some training you shouldn't have any dog. My beloved Aussie sleeps beside my bed as I write this, ever loyal, willing to protect, family loving and always by my side. They are one of God's most perfect creatures. If you want the best dog you will ever have in your life get an Australian Shepherd

Is this in California?

They love to go for rides,

I love my Australian shepherd. He’s being trained currently for psychiatric service work

I swear I hear every time I watch a new dog on dogumentary I hear this dog is not for the average person. I’m just gonna get a pet snail at this point.

She’s right I had an Australia Shepard mix with Canahula puppy .He started to run my household he would snap at us , grab our ankles and legs, and jump on top and attack my smaller dog and my kids , I had no idea as to what he was doing all this for until now !

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What if you had a dog like this and one sheep or on goat? How would that work?

My Aussie’s job is to be a good boy 😌