Description
Red merle Australian Shepherd Characteristics
red merle Australian Shepherd, Most red merle Australian Shepherds have solid eye colors.
However, like the blue merle counterpart, they tend to have a “marbled” look in their eyes.
The marble refers to specks of other colors and truly, creates a unique appearance in these dogs.
Red merles also have blue and brown eyes.
- Personality: Smart, work-oriented, exuberant—did we mention smart?
- Energy Level: Very Active; True working dogs, unemployment doesn’t agree with these guys
- Good with Children: Yes
- Good with other dogs: Yes
- Shedding: Seasonal
- Grooming: Occasional
- Trainability: Eager To Please
- Height: 20-23 inches (male), 18-21 inches (female)
- Weight: 50-65 pounds (male), 40-55 pounds (female)
- Life Expectancy: 12-15 years
- Barking Level: Barks When Necessary
Red Australian shepherd Appearance
With a body that’s slightly longer than it is tall, the Australian shepherd is a medium-sized, solidly built herding dog
whose colors and patterns can vary greatly. Aussies have a two-layer coat:
a weather-resistant topcoat of medium-length hair that is straight or slightly wavy;
and an undercoat that helps them adjust to both heat and cold. Aussies can go,
weeks between full baths but do require weekly brushing to keep out debris and prevent matted fur.
Temperament
There’s no doubt about it, Aussies were bred to work,
Because these pups historically spent hours alongside their owners in the fields herding sheep and cattle,
they require ample daily exercise, mental stimulation,
and obedience training to be their happiest.
Hiking, running, never-ending games of fetch, and agility course,
training are great ways to keep your Aussie happy,
healthy, and adequately exercised—especially if you’re not planning to,
herd sheep with them out in the fields all day!
Living Needs
Though these traditional ranching dogs have adapted to.
nevertheless,living situations for today’s modern owner,
they do require access to a decent amount of outdoor space to be properly exercised.
You don’t have to own acreage to keep an Aussie happy—,
though that might be an ideal set-up for this active breed!
A house with a large, fenced-in yard will suffice.
Because of their activity needs,
Aussies aren’t the best match for apartment living
unless you’re able to get outside for a stimulating walk,
hike, or game of Frisbee at the dog park for at least 40 minutes every day.
Care
Even though their coats are on the longer side, Australian shepherd,
grooming requirements are relatively low-maintenance.
Their weather-resistant topcoat is fairly good at self-cleaning,
(which means fewer full baths!), but does require weekly
brushing with a slicker brush to control shedding and matting,
help clear out any debris, and promote healthy skin,
The Australian Shepherd Club of America recommends brushing
twice a week during heavy shedding periods,
(like spring and fall) to help keep your Aussie’s coat clean and healthy.
Health
The Australian shepherd is considered an overall
healthy breed with a lifespan of 12 to 15 years,
meanwhile, though certain issues like elbow and hereditary eye problems can occur.
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