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re: Australian Shepherd and/or Toller Retriever Info.
Posted on 12/26/22 at 5:52 pm to uppereast
Posted on 12/26/22 at 5:52 pm to uppereast
My Aussie is great around us, but he’s very protective of his house, yard, and family. To the extent that I have to put him up when people come over. With that said, I can go out of town comfortably knowing that he would gladly die protecting my wife if someone were to come in the house. That MFer follows me everywhere and lays down right where I need to be. No personal space at all. 
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Posted on 12/26/22 at 5:59 pm to shell01
I have 4 Aussies. One standard, two minis and one toy. They all are great family pets. We let them run and retrieve. Minimal digging from one. We brush them out weekly to minimize the shedding. They are work but worth it. I have had several breeds and they are my favorite.
Posted on 12/26/22 at 6:03 pm to uppereast
My son has a Toy Aussie. She weighs about 15 lbs. She is absolutely amazing! So smart and super sweet!
This post was edited on 12/26/22 at 6:05 pm
Posted on 12/26/22 at 6:16 pm to uppereast
I have a large standard aussie. He's 7 years old and has become a bum compared to the others that have commented. His energy level is what you want to be, if you are active all day, hes active all day. If its raining outside, he'll bum all day no problems. He does get a ton of attention and has a job that lasts all day (keeping an eye on the cat at all times). He also gets frisbeed 3 times a day (about 10 min each), one before work, one when my wife gets home and then when I get home. He is the best dog I've ever had.
Posted on 12/26/22 at 7:00 pm to uppereast
Recuse a dog.
Posted on 12/26/22 at 7:11 pm to uppereast
I have a Red Merle Aussie. She just turned a year old. If you want a dog that's low energy...an Aussie isn't for you. They are high high energy dogs. Need exercise and lots of activity. She hasn't been a chewer...meaning, she hasn't tore up any shoes or anything like that but if you get her bones and toys to chew on...you should be good.
Pros - good family pet. Friendly and loves to play. Easy to train. Loving. They're not overly huge dogs...around 40-45 lbs.
Cons - like I said, high high energy. I take mine to the dog park every Sunday and she goes to a day camp a couple days a week. Still has a crap-ton of energy. I also take her for walks and hikes. If you can get through the first 3 years of that...they settle down after that.
Pros - good family pet. Friendly and loves to play. Easy to train. Loving. They're not overly huge dogs...around 40-45 lbs.
Cons - like I said, high high energy. I take mine to the dog park every Sunday and she goes to a day camp a couple days a week. Still has a crap-ton of energy. I also take her for walks and hikes. If you can get through the first 3 years of that...they settle down after that.
Posted on 12/26/22 at 7:16 pm to uppereast
My black tri aussie just turned 8 years old and still acts like a puppy. I walk him a few miles down the road every day. He also follows me everywhere and loves to sleep in between my wife and I.
Posted on 12/27/22 at 1:25 am to ruffleforeskin
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He also follows me everywhere and loves to sleep in between my wife and I.
Yes, I also forgot to mention they can be quite the cock-block
Sure, you can kick them out of the room while you handle some bidness, but get ready for the constant whining from right outside the door when the deed is done
You gotta hope any partner in your bed is a dog lover when it comes to Aussies between the whining and shedding Posted on 12/27/22 at 1:28 am to uppereast
Get whatever dog that can stay outside 100% of the time.
Posted on 12/27/22 at 1:58 am to uppereast
You can get an Aussie with a show coat. They are way way more relaxed and calm. They were/are bred to be show dogs so they have the temperament for being still and in kennels and a lot of the working traits have been bred out.
They also shed way way way more.
They also shed way way way more.
Posted on 12/27/22 at 8:08 am to uppereast
Get a mutt that needs a home. The shepherd will dominate every spare moment of your life
Posted on 12/27/22 at 9:13 am to Enadious
Our Aussie put himself on a schedule years ago, and never varies from it. Eat, play, work and sleep are done at the exact time everyday. Protective as hell.
Posted on 12/27/22 at 9:33 am to montana
slightly different but if you want a dog try the shelters. You might try this site
Petango pet search database
Petango pet search database
Posted on 12/27/22 at 10:02 am to montana
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Our Aussie put himself on a schedule years ago, and never varies from it. Eat, play, work and sleep are done at the exact time everyday. Protective as hell.
Our girl is the same way. She likes everything just so, and gets stressed when things don't happen according to schedule. Super observant as well...can tell if anything in the neighborhood is out of place, knows who belongs and who doesn't, etc.
Aussies are fantastic, they're just not for everyone.
Posted on 12/27/22 at 10:17 am to uppereast
Had an Aussie for 12 years. She died about 2 months ago and we just adopted another one - puppy this time.
Pros:
- Velcro (this could also be a con). They get VERY attached. Personally, I love it.
- Extremely smart. Its creepy how smart they are.
- Because of the above, they are probably the easiest dog out there to train.
- They're idiots, in the best way. Always doing something goofy and making you laugh.
Cons:
- We walk ours three times a day, and it still isn't really enough.
- Like other said, they need mental stimulation as well. Food puzzles work well because most of them are food driven.
- Because of their herding instincts they are very nippy at your legs and ankles when they are puppies.
- They can have issues with other dogs if you don't get them socialized with other dogs early.
We have adopted both of ours. Found our latest one at a rescue. They can be hard to find, and so a lot of people will resort to buying them, but if you look around they'll pop up at shelters/rescues from time to time.
Pros:
- Velcro (this could also be a con). They get VERY attached. Personally, I love it.
- Extremely smart. Its creepy how smart they are.
- Because of the above, they are probably the easiest dog out there to train.
- They're idiots, in the best way. Always doing something goofy and making you laugh.
Cons:
- We walk ours three times a day, and it still isn't really enough.
- Like other said, they need mental stimulation as well. Food puzzles work well because most of them are food driven.
- Because of their herding instincts they are very nippy at your legs and ankles when they are puppies.
- They can have issues with other dogs if you don't get them socialized with other dogs early.
We have adopted both of ours. Found our latest one at a rescue. They can be hard to find, and so a lot of people will resort to buying them, but if you look around they'll pop up at shelters/rescues from time to time.
This post was edited on 12/27/22 at 11:20 am
Posted on 12/27/22 at 10:50 am to uppereast
My Aussie is the best dog I've ever had (though my Border Collie was close).
They are high energy dogs. They will also bond closely with one person and you have to make sure they are socialized with everyone else in the family.
Mine is also very protective. She will stand her ground. I had to train some of the protective behavior out (e.g. I can take her to public places without worrying about her jumping on someone). Part of that was training her to only go fully aggressive on command. So, stranger trying to get in the house or car will get worked over, as will someone if I give the command.
She was from a protective herder line. She won't herd, but she will protect. She's also a fantastic slayer of venomous snakes and has worked over many a raccoon.
Though she's up in years, her head movement (which she uses in snake killing) is still very very quick. The vet was giving her a shot the other day and apparently hit a nerve and she flung her head around so fast it scared the shite out of the vet and me.
They are high energy dogs. They will also bond closely with one person and you have to make sure they are socialized with everyone else in the family.
Mine is also very protective. She will stand her ground. I had to train some of the protective behavior out (e.g. I can take her to public places without worrying about her jumping on someone). Part of that was training her to only go fully aggressive on command. So, stranger trying to get in the house or car will get worked over, as will someone if I give the command.
She was from a protective herder line. She won't herd, but she will protect. She's also a fantastic slayer of venomous snakes and has worked over many a raccoon.
Though she's up in years, her head movement (which she uses in snake killing) is still very very quick. The vet was giving her a shot the other day and apparently hit a nerve and she flung her head around so fast it scared the shite out of the vet and me.
Posted on 12/27/22 at 10:55 am to uppereast
If the dog will stay inside, 100% get a dog that doesn't shed. If you have any standards for a clean house at all you'll hate the next 12 years with a shedding dog (you'll love the dog, but hate the hair all over your clothes, furniture and house).
Posted on 12/27/22 at 10:57 am to Tiger328
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We got our Aussie from “Ray’s Aussies” in Alexandria. Wonderful family and great blood line. Our dog came to us potty trained. She is extremely smart but energetic
Cons: Sheds a lot. However we have learned to cope with that and it’s not a problem anymore.
Energy. This could be under both but she needs attention. She will lay down most of the day but she will need to run and run hard for a while. If not, she will get bored and dig or just won’t leave you alone lol. They call them Velcro dogs for a reason
Pros: way too many
She’s so sweet with children and adults. She loves everyone and is protective of the family members. She doesn’t bark and is my best friend. I wouldn’t get any other kind of dog due to my experience with the one I have
All of this. Aussies are great, but you have to spend time with them, especially when young. They are working dogs and will look to you to give them a "job." Train them to catch and fetch and make sure they get plenty of exercise -- a tired Aussie is a happy Aussie. Training one is pretty easy. They learn fast and want to learn things.
They will amaze and amuse you.
Posted on 12/27/22 at 11:06 am to SpotCheckBilly
Added bonus few talk about for Aussies is their health/ longevity... lifespans of 17+ are not uncommon.
Posted on 12/27/22 at 11:18 am to uppereast
We have a red merle female. She has the working coat rather than the double or show coat. So much easier to care for. I cannot recommend this breed enough. She is a velcro dog, wants to be with my husband and I. Her job is to watch over my husband an altzheimers patient. She is with him 24/7.
She is happy herding her herding ball in the back yard, and learning new commands. She is more laid back than a lot of Aussies. She is our second one and both dogs were and are the best dogs I have ever owned. She and our other one, were the first experience with dogs that are velcro dogs. She is protective and alert. She has taught herself things as well. I pick up my car keys She goes to her kennel and waits for me to close the door. Our other Aussie taught himself to dispense his favorite treat, ice cubes from the fridge door. They are scarey smart and so easy to train.
She is happy herding her herding ball in the back yard, and learning new commands. She is more laid back than a lot of Aussies. She is our second one and both dogs were and are the best dogs I have ever owned. She and our other one, were the first experience with dogs that are velcro dogs. She is protective and alert. She has taught herself things as well. I pick up my car keys She goes to her kennel and waits for me to close the door. Our other Aussie taught himself to dispense his favorite treat, ice cubes from the fridge door. They are scarey smart and so easy to train.
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