Describes the history, physical features, temperament, and care of the Australian shepherd breed.

The Miniature Australian Shepherd has taken the world by storm, but what makes this breed so fascinating? Written by Miniature Australian Shepherd owner and enthusiast Kearsten Williams, this book will give you actionable advice and unique insights into this lovable breed. Whether you are trying to decide on what breed to buy, have just purchased a puppy, or already own one or more Miniature Australian Shepherds, this book will answer every question you have about being a Mini Aussie owner. Gain knowledge about the breed’s history, traits, affinities, and special flair. What makes this dog breed so versatile? Is a Mini Aussie the right breed for you and your family? The Complete Guide to Miniature Australian Shepherds witll answer every question you have, such as: Is a Mini Aussie the right breed for me and my family? I brought my Mini Aussie home. What now? How can I successfully train my Mini Aussie? What are some common mistakes should I avoid? Chapters Topics include: Miniature Australian Shepherd Facts Choosing a Miniature Australian Shepherd Preparing Your Home for a Mini Australian Shepherd Bringing Your Miniature Australian Shepherd Home Being a Puppy Parent Housetraining Food & Nutrition Grooming Your Mini Aussie Physical & Mental Health Routine Veterinary Checkups & Health Socializing with People & Animals Training Your Miniature Aussie Teaching Commands Giving Your Miniature Australian Shepherd a Job Advanced Mini Aussie Health & Aging Care This book will guide you through the life of a Mini Aussie, from puppyhood to aging adult. Learn how to keep your dog healthy, understand common medical illnesses, and discover how to choose the correct veterinarian. The Complete Guide to Miniature Australian Shepherds will give you tips, tricks, and the tools you need to make the most out of your experience as a new Mini Aussie owner!

Discover expert advice about owning an Australian Shepherd, also known as an Aussie, so it lives a happy and healthy life. This title, along with all books in the comprehensive and popular B.E.S. Complete Pet Owner's Manuals series, provides advice on feeding, health care, housing, and all other important aspects of responsible pet ownership. Each title in the series is individually written from first page to last by a pet trainer, veterinarian, or other pet-care specialist. All Complete Pet Owner's Manuals are filled with high-quality photos and instructive line art.

Written by respected Aussie breeder Kirsten Tardiff of Echolight Australian Shepherds, this book truly is a "Complete Guide" in which even the most experienced Aussie owner will learn something new! The Australian Shepherd is an intelligent, energetic, enthusiastic breed that was developed in the American west to herd livestock for farmers and ranchers. Today, while some still work on farms as their ancestors once did, others are a force to be reckoned with in competitive dog sports and are valued as loyal family companions. Affectionately called “Aussies” by their devotees, this breed can seem over the top to some potential owners; but those that lead an active lifestyle and enjoy training their dog will find an apt companion and willing pupil in an Aussie. Their intelligence and willingness to please their owner is unmatched. This breed is typically reserved with strangers and makes a good watch dog. In this book, you will discover the history and unique characteristics of the Australian Shepherd, as well as how to choose a reputable breeder or rescue and where to find them. Use this guide to prepare your home for a new addition, navigate through your first day together, and train them to be a wonderful companion. Explore chapters on nutrition, grooming, healthcare and more to give your Aussie the very best quality of life. Chapter topics include: Choosing an Australian Shepherd Preparing Your Home for Your Australian Shepherd Bringing Home Your Australian Shepherd Housetraining Socializing with People and Animals Physical and Mental Exercise Training Your Australian Shepherd Basic Obedience Commands Dealing with Unwanted Behaviors Traveling with Your Australian Shepherd Nutrition Grooming Your Australian Shepherd Australian Shepherd Healthcare Senior Dog Care Whether you are new to the breed or are fortunate enough to have been loved by an Australian Shepherd before, this book will be your guide to everything Aussie.

Australian shepherds, or “Aussies,” are one of the world’s best-loved dog breeds. Smart, playful, and adorable, these pint-sized pooches are a common sight at the dog park. Young readers will love learning how to take care of an Australian shepherd and discovering if the breed is right for their family. Full-color photos, quick facts, and easy-to-comprehend language help readers learn how to be responsible dog owners. A Words to Know section helps readers learn new vocabulary, while Further Reading encourages deeper learning.

This accessible book explores the history and famous traits of Australian shepherds. Short paragraphs of easy-to-read text are paired with plenty of colorful photos to make reading engaging and accessible.

This book (Australian Shepherds) provides you with a through description and positive attributes of this breed including origin, purpose, history, normal heights and weights, acceptable colors and behavioral traits. Our books differ from most books on dog breeds because this book also provides you with a comprehensive and authoritative source of all the known predisposed hereditary health syndromes for the breed. You will find extensive references for each problem described. We also provide the breed club address for this breed and a list of laboratories and organizations that can provide professional help and information. As a small animal veterinarian, I have always been intrigued by the way dogs have been bred to fill a purpose in life and further impressed that they also tend to love performing that service. Greyhounds and other sight hounds are built for speed with aerodynamic bodies consisting of small head, deep chest, narrow waist and large leg muscles. On the other hand Dachshunds take their name from German words meaning “badger dog” and they use their long nose, long body and short legs to both track, enter and dig into badger dens. After developing a practice that catered to clients with show dogs, my interest in each breed continued to grow as I studied and observed more and more about the unique predisposition and incidence of health problems in each breed. Breeders of purebred dogs for show were a challenge and inspirational for me to research and help them with their unique health problems. Historically references to hereditary problems are scattered throughout various Veterinary medical texts and journals such as ophthalmology, neurology, gastroenterology, cardiovascular and dermatology. This book, as well as the other books and articles I have written, is researched and compiled with the intention to provide both veterinarians and dog owners with comprehensive and authoritative predisposition information under the breed name. At the date of this publication, The American Kennel Club Canine Health Foundation and the The Kennel Club of England reports over 400 known hereditary health syndromes throughout the dog kingdom. At the writing of my first book in 1983, less than 50 hereditary issues are able to be predicted and or diagnosed. Sequencing of the canine genome, DNA tests, metabolic testing including blood tests and urine testing; plus, phenotypic examinations such as radiographs, ultrasound, and CERF or OFA eye registry exams by a Board Certified Veterinary Ophthalmologist have advanced the science of breed related health and behavioral problems. This book will provide veterinarians, researchers, pet owners and breeders with a comprehensive guide to all the known problems veterinarians and dog owners should consider during pet selection and throughout each life stage of our canine friends.

The Australian Shepherd is an energetic, hardworking dog. Learn all about this friendly breed, loved by ranchers worldwide. This title allows students to ask and answer questions to demonstrate understanding.

With a wag and a "woof," this book invites readers to meet the intelligent Australian shepherd. Readers will examine the history, physical attributes, development, and behavior of the Australian shepherd breed. Coat, color, size, and care instructions are also discussed. Full-color photos allow readers to see these agile, energetic dogs in a variety of situations. An index and glossary are also included. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Checkerboard Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

"Are You Wanting To Learn About Australian Shepherds?" "Need To Know How To Proper Care For Your Australian Shepherd?" "Ready To Understand & Properly Care For Your Aussie Shepherd?" This Practical Guide Is Designed For Those That Might Not Really Know How To Care For Their Australian Shepherd & May Not Understand Its Needs. Believe it or not, there are efficient and effective strategies on how to care for this delicate creature, for they are not created the same as other dogs. And I give them all to you within this guide. You will finally learn how to: Understand the needs of your Australian Shepherd & how to properly care for him. Let's face it, if we don't understand the needs and how to care for this type of dog then how can we expect to raise a happy and healthy australian shepherd. Discover effective methods to raise your australian shepherd the right way. The secret to your success will be how well you apply what you discover in this guide. Learn these strategies and methods, apply them and be well on your way to having a happy, healthy dog that you relate to and understand. Here is just a bit of what You'll Learn about caring for your australian shepherd. * The aussies family tree. * Housebreaking and training your australian shepherd. * How to effectively puppy-proof your home. * How to meet your aussies nutritional needs. * Grooming your aussie properly. * Understanding your australian shepherds health needs. * Effective methods of keeping your aussie active and healthy. * And much more.... Being prepared with the right information on taking care of your australian shepherd doesn't have to be a daunting task. It should be fun, exciting and easy. Gaining the knowledge of caring for your aussie will have you on your way to a having a happy, healthy and properly trained australian shepherd!