The Australian Shepherd has a devoted following. Highly desired for its versatility, the Aussie is an intelligent, athletic, and very people-oriented herding dog. In this second edition of the popular and respected The Australian Shepherd, Aussie expert Liz Palika has updated the material to reflect the breed’s booming popularity, including the dramatic increase in performance records. She explains in clear, accessible language how readers can determine if an Aussie is the right dog for them and, if so, how to choose an appropriate puppy. Featuring 65 black-and-white photos and line drawings that beautifully illustrate the breed, this guide is a must-have for both potential Aussie owners and longtime breed enthusiasts.
Table of Content
Table of ContentsChapter 1: The Australian Shepherd
Chapter 2: Is an Aussie the Right Dog for You?
Chapter 3: Bringing Home Your New Aussie
Chapter 4: Training Your Australian Shepherd
Chapter 5: Conformation Competition
Chapter 6: Obedience Competition
Chapter 7: Herding Heritage
Chapter 8: Versatility Is the Name of the Game
Chapter 9: Caring for Your Aussie
Chapter 10: The Health of Your Aussie
Chapter 11: To Breed or Not to Breed
Appendix A: Internet Resources
Appendix B: Active Dog First Aid
Appendix C: Conformation Competition
Appendix D: Aussies in Freestyle, Frisbee and Flyball
Appendix E: Herding Competitions and Titles
Appendix F: Agility Competitions and Titles
Appendix G: Obedience, Tracking and Therapy Dog Titles
Photo Credits
Bibliography
Index
About the author
LIZ PALIKA is an Australian Shepherd fancier, an active member of the Australian Shepherd Club of America, an obedience instructor, and author of twenty books on pets and pet care. Among them are The Australian Shepherd: An Owner’s Guide to a Happy Healthy Pet and Australian Shepherds For Dummies, both from Wiley.More ebooks from the same author(s) / Editor
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