Australian Shepherd Mix Puppies for Sale
Overview
An Australian Shepherd Mix can have multiple purebred or mixed breed lineages. Most Australian Shepherd Mixes are however medium sized Aussie dominant, energetic, family-friendly companions. Although there is an ongoing debate of where exactly the Australian Shepherd breed began, one thing that can be agreed upon are the breed’s excellent work ethic and intelligence. Although there are upwards of 20 different Australian Shepherd Mixes today, you can learn more about your Australian Shepherd’s Mix’s exact lineage with a DNA ancestry test.
- Country of Origin: America
- Weight: 35–70 lbs
- Height: 18–23 inches
- Color: The Australian Shepherd breed colors are liver/red, liver/red merle, blue merle and black.
Temperament
Mixed breed dogs can be the most loyal & affectionate companions. It is important to understand all breeds in your dog’s mix. A dog’s ancestry can influence their characteristics, size & behavioral traits. However, most Australian Shepherd Mixes are:
- Loyal
- Energetic
- Intelligent
- Family-friendly companions
Health
Knowing the lineage of all of the breeds in the Australian Shepherd mix is very helpful when determining any health concerns. Most mixed breed dogs have a better chance of having less health concerns because of their genetic diversity. However, some health concerns that could be common based off of the breed’s Australian Shepherd roots can include:
- Hip Dysplasia
- Epilepsy
- Cataracts
Coat & Coat Care
The Australian Shepherd Mix can come in a variety of coats. For longer haired mixes, daily brushing is recommended in order to avoid matting. Coat coloring can vary depending on the exact mix, but most will have the traditional dominant Australian Shepard patterns.
- Long Haired
- Frequent grooming recommended.
Daily brushing is recommended to maintain a healthy coat and avoid any matting.
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