Australian Shepherd
Medium breed · United States
Australian Shepherds are highly intelligent, energetic herding dogs with a striking merle coat. Despite their name, they were developed in the American West and excel at dog sports, herding, and as loyal family companions.
Breed Statistics
- 12–15 yrs
- Lifespan
- 16–32 kg
- Weight
- 90 min/day
- Exercise
- Daily grooming
- Grooming
Temperament
- Intelligent
- Energetic
- Loyal
- Trainable
- Protective
Daily Calorie Range
900–1400 kcal/day
For an average adult Australian Shepherd. Adjust for weight, age, and activity level.
5 Facts About the Australian Shepherd
- 1
Despite their name, Australian Shepherds were developed in the American West, not Australia.
- 2
They can have heterochromia — two completely different colored eyes.
- 3
Aussies are known to herd children, other pets, and even adults by nipping at heels.
- 4
They excel at virtually every dog sport including agility, frisbee, flyball, and herding trials.
- 5
Australian Shepherds need at least 1–2 hours of vigorous exercise daily or they become destructive.
Australian Shepherd Age Calculator
Affects aging rate — giants age fastest.