The Australian Shepherd is a highly devoted and intelligent dog, an exceptional working partner as well as an extremely loyal companion. Its natural athletic ability and keen awareness enable it to be a perfect companion for almost any activity- herding, agility, search and rescue, tracking, therapy work, Frisbee, flyball, swimming, as well as being a wonderful hiking, biking, and jogging partner. Although the Aussie is a good-natured, confident breed with the eagerness to achieve and please, they are not a good fit for everyone. To successfully care for the mental and physical demands of an aussie, one must understand the nature of a herding dog and maintain an active lifestyle.
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