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Comment on Australian Shepherd by Vintage

Vintage — Sun, 13 Sep 2009 01:40:11 +0000

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Comment on Can Australian Shepherds live in hot places? by princess:]

princess:] — Mon, 09 Mar 2009 19:26:59 +0000

yes but they SHOULD NOT live outside or stay out for a long amount of time
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Comment on Can Australian Shepherds live in hot places? by Peter M

Peter M — Mon, 09 Mar 2009 19:04:59 +0000

My neighbor here in north Texas had one but it looked to me like she was uncomfortable in the heat. Maybe google it? Australia does have some very hot climate so maybe the dog I saw just wasn't accustomed to the heat. Her owners had moved here from Chicago. Also, you might call around to some vets and ask their opinion. You can probably find one that will give you some advice. Nice of you to think about it. I had a good friend whose kids rescued a St Barnard (spelling?) when they lived in Houston and the dog suffered so much it had to finally be put down. Broke the kids heart and I'm sure the dog wasn't to excited about it either.
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Comment on Can Australian Shepherds live in hot places? by whiplash4ever

whiplash4ever — Mon, 09 Mar 2009 18:48:59 +0000

I have no source to back this up, but I'm guessing that since it's an AUSTRALIAN Sheperd, and Australia gets pretty hot, then yes, they out to be fine. Just a guess though. I'd try looking them up on the net and doing a little research prior to buying/adoptiong one if you're seriously looking into it.
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http://www.australianshepherds.org/

Comment on Can Australian Shepherds live in hot places? by ozfozz

ozfozz — Mon, 09 Mar 2009 18:05:59 +0000

Yes, although they are not originally from Australia, they do live there. I would assume that by that they would be able to tolerate it. Permitting there is adequate shade as well though.
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Comment on Can Australian Shepherds live in hot places? by Aussie mum

Aussie mum — Mon, 09 Mar 2009 17:57:59 +0000

Air conditioning is a great invention.
Between water, shade, air conditioning, and NOT shaving the coat (as fur keeps dogs both warm and cool) an Aussie should be fine in a warmer area.
There's far more things to worry about in deciding if an Aussie is right for you or not than just the average temperature of where you live.

Add:
whiplash4ever- Australian Shepherds were (ironically) actually bred in the United States and not Australia though i'm sure there are Australian Shepherds living in Australia.
http://www.akc.org/breeds/australian_shepherd/history.cfm
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http://www.asca.org/

Comment on Can Australian Shepherds live in hot places? by Dancer

Dancer — Mon, 09 Mar 2009 17:31:59 +0000

Yes. There is one down the street from me. But she does not live 'outside'. She lives with her family in an air conditioned house. No dog in hot states such as Florida should be outside for a prolonged amount of time. The heat here is deadly.
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Comment on what are some mind stimulation games/activities for australian shepherds? by seasidesunset

seasidesunset — Tue, 03 Mar 2009 15:27:59 +0000

He might be slightly young yet but…

Hide his favourite toy in the yard, out of sight, and then get him to find it. Or hide the dried food pellets all over the yard and get him to seek them out. My Springer used to love these games. I put him inside whilst I hid everything then got him out and told him 'SEEK!' The first few times you let him see so he gets the idea.

Then you can progress to him finding people or even clean handkerchiefs with a scent on them.

My Springer loved this one. "Give it to Daddy" I would give him something to take to my husband. You start with small distances and then increase them when he's confident and good at it. You can start with something inedible but then progress to something edible and test his self control.

I tell you there comes a point when he could probably go across town with something! In fact before the telephone dogs were used to take messages and even money from town to town, they were known as Butcher's dogs. Great fun! Good luck! I wish I could help you!
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Comment on what are some mind stimulation games/activities for australian shepherds? by Alabama Cutie

Alabama Cutie — Tue, 03 Mar 2009 15:13:59 +0000

Constantly teach him tricks
Get three cups and hide a treat under one and have him find it
Teach the stay command then play hide and seek. You hide and when you tell him to break the command he finds you.
Set up hurdles in the backyard and teach he how to do the course.
My dog loves all of these!!
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Comment on Grooming question about Australian Shepherds? by DEADGAME!

DEADGAME! — Sun, 01 Mar 2009 18:15:59 +0000

The ONLY "trimming" ever done is tidying the feet & crotch!

NEVER buzz an Aussie! You'll RUIN the coat!
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