Australian Shepherds are built for work. Their lean, muscular frame and high drive make them look like they should never struggle with weight. Yet in my years working with this breed, I’ve seen obesity become one of the most common…
Australian Shepherds are built for work. Their metabolism reflects that heritage – they burn calories at a steady clip when they’re doing what they were bred for, and they gain weight quickly when they aren’t. Over the years, I’ve noticed…
After years of working with Australian Shepherds, I’ve noticed that dental problems often creep up on owners quietly. These dogs tend to carry their teeth well into middle age, which creates a false sense of security. Then suddenly, at seven…
Australian Shepherd puppies in a crate is a question I’ve encountered countless times, and the honest answer is that it depends on several factors specific to your puppy and your living situation. There’s no universal yes or no. What I’ve…
Australian Shepherd puppies are wired differently than many other breeds when it comes to settling at night. I’ve worked with dozens of them over the years, and the pattern is consistent: they arrive home mentally overstimulated, physically restless, and genuinely…
Australian Shepherd puppies are bred to work alongside people. Their entire genetic history points toward partnership, responsiveness, and close attention to their handler. This creates a particular challenge when you need them to spend time by themselves. Unlike some breeds…
Australian Shepherds have a reputation for being velcro dogs, and that reputation is earned. I’ve worked with enough Aussie puppies to know that their tendency to follow you from room to room isn’t just a cute quirk – it’s hardwired…
If you have an Australian Shepherd puppy, you’ve probably noticed that it shadows your every move. You walk to the kitchen, and there it is. You sit down to work, and suddenly there’s a puppy settling at your feet. This…
Australian Shepherds herd people because it’s what they were bred to do. This isn’t a quirk or a learned habit picked up from watching sheep on a farm. It’s a deeply embedded instinct that shows up in their daily interactions…