Overview Of The Australian Shepherd Dog

The Australian Shepherd dogs are very well recognized to be hard working dogs which were actually used in Spain to control the herding animals and cattle in the farm or ranch. Their physical appearance is excellent and resolute with upright body structure with the average height being approximately between 18 and 23 inches. However the approximate adult size of the male Australian Shepherds are around 20 to 23 inches to the withers and they weigh 50 to 65 pounds. On the other hand female Australian Shepherds weigh 40 to 55 pounds with the average size being 18 to 21 inches.

These Australian Shepherds are very much gallant and dauntless. Their energy level is very high. They can do a lot of work with much accuracy and with swiftness. As they possess some basic skills therefore they can show some tricks and antics which they learn very fast throughout training session. They are well equipped with a number of excellent traits such as extremely intelligence and guessing power. They can perform risky shows successfully. Their alacrity attitude mingled with stamina provide impetus to them to face the awkward situation very successfully without any encumbrances. So far as the healthcare is concerned it is evident that they can be affected by a number of diseases. The most common disease is the hip dysplasia which can cause lameness and loose joint of the legs. Hypothyroidism is another problem Australian Shepherds suffer. There are other diseases like discoid lupus erythematosus (an autoimmune disease), cleft palate with the inclusion of von Willebrand's disease (a type of blood clotting), and patent ductus arteriosis which enhances the disruption and anomaly in the blood circulation. Therefore they should be given the medical aids and vaccination. They can be checked up by experienced vets occasionally to keep the track of the healthcare of their body system.

So far as the grooming is concerned Australian Shepherds must be kept in healthy place. Their body should be cleaned with a firm bristled brush which will help the removal of the unwanted hair and particles from the body. They are double coated. The coat is medium coarse with moderate length. Proper brushing can help removing plaques and tartar from the coat. They should be bathed with costly conditioner and shampoo. Their teeth should be cleaned and brushed at least twice a week otherwise there is higher possibility of the loss of teeth and dental disease. If they are given proper medication and nutritious food they can be in sound health and their musculature will be well built.