Australian Shepherd Dog. BREED TRAITS & CHARACTERISTICS FCI standard 342 Breed group 1 - SHEPHERDS AND CATTLE DOGS (EXCEPT SWISS CATTLE) Breed section 1A - SHEPHERD DOGS Origin United States of America Size Medium Longevity 12-15 years Average litter size 6-9 puppies Temperament Active, affectionate, friendly, good-natured, intelligent, protective, loving. Height Male: 52-58 cm / 20-23 inches Female: 46-53 cm / 18-21 inches Weight Male: 25-29 kg / 50-65 pounds Female: 18-25 kg 40-55 pounds Colors Black, blue merle, red, tan Adaptability It is suitable for a novice owner as it is a caring and affectionate dog. Being a dog used to outdoor work, the Australian Shepherd does not suffer from low temperatures. Adaptability to apartment living The Australian Shepherd loves spending time outdoors. It can adapt to living in an apartment as long as the owner is willing to let it exercise during the day through walks and playful moments. Tendency to bark Occasional Relationship with children Good with children. Relationship with cats The Australian Shepherd can get along well with other pets although it may want to herd them as members of its own pack, which might be a problem especially with cats. Relationship with dogs The Australian Shepherd is sociable and cooperative when approaching other dogs. Openness to strangers Its working dog heritage makes it a loyal companion that is very protective of its territory and family and aloof to strangers. Watch ability Good watchdog. If well- trained to socialize, the Australian Shepherd will learn to understand when and if to intervene. Exercise needs The Australian Shepherd needs lots of vigorous exercise to stay fit, or better yet, real work to do. Very intelligent and eager for a good challenge, dogs belonging to this breed should be taken for a daily walk, possibly a long one. Trainability Easy Training : The Australian Shepherd is fun to train because they learn quickly and easily. They are extremely eager to please and are skilled in a wide variety of sports and games. Grooming Moderate maintenance: The Australian Shepherd has a lot of hair and its grooming needs can seem daunting, but to take care of it, it is enough to brush its coat regularly, keep its ears clean and brush its teeth frequently. Intelligence The docility and intelligence of the Australian Shepherd are known. It is a shepherd dog that has become popular in recent years, precisely due to its excellent temperament and its high degree of trainability. Playfulness The best exercise for this breed is activities such as playing with a Frisbee or agility drills. Health problems Hypoallergenic: NO. The Australian Shepherd may be prone to some heritable disorders including MDR1 (Multi Drug Reactivity 1), hip and elbow dysplasia and some eye conditions. PRODUCTS MAINTENANCE • MINERAL H SHAMPOO: anti-hair loss adjuvant with placenta extract, for dogs and cats - This shampoo is indicated for dogs with hair loss, dandruff, and dull coat. ml 250 – 3.000 • PASSIONE NERA 02 CONDITIONER: it adds an extraordinary shine and softness to the hair ensuring a revitalizing and protective action thanks to organic argan oil and grape stem cells, which also protect against UV radiation thus preventing aging. ml 250 – 1.000 – 3.000 + DERMA PLUS CONDITIONER: this is a highly concentrated conditioner that, when applied regularly, nourishes in depth the dermis and the hair, ensuring its health and well-being, thanks to the properties of keratin and nettle. ml 300 – 3.000 + pH BALANCE: cream balm particularly suitable for dogs and cats with damaged coats and very sensitive skin. ml 500 – 1.000 – 3.000 + PEK CONDITIONER: its formula untangles severely knotted hair, adding elasticity and softness and restoring the hydrolipidic balance of both skin and coat. ml 250 – 1.000 – 5.000 SHEDDING SEASON TREATMENT • (pre-mask) ORANGE PEK: strengthening mask, with orange extract. Its protective and adjuvant action prevents hair loss. ml 250 – 1.000 – 3.000 + EXTREME PEELING: it is a delicate exfoliating gel, designed for pre-treatment and pre-bath. ml 300 – 3.000 + K101- AVOCADO OIL KNOT REMOVER: it removes dullness from dry coats, improving hydration and easy combing, thus preventing knots from forming. Significantly reduces time necessary to untangle severely matted hair. 500 ml • SULFUR PLUS CREAM SHAMPOO: cream shampoo with active colloidal sulfur and proteins of plant origin. The balanced composition and the high content of active colloidal sulfur make this shampoo a Cosmetic-Detergent treatment, suitable to treat and prevent dandruff. ml 250-1.000 • DERMA PLUS CONDITIONER: (see above). + THE BEST AQUARIUS CONDITIONER: formulated with red vine leaf extract, this nourishing conditioner is suitable for any type of coat of dogs and cats. The polyphenols help protect against free radicals, adding shine and vitality to the coat. ml 500 - 2.450 + ORANGE PEK: (see above). + K101- AVOCADO OIL KNOT REMOVER: (see above). + 12 drops of REINFORCE GOLDEN / COPPER / BLUE: a special coloring solution that makes the natural hair color more vivid. It gives brightness and brilliance to hair on all treated areas. 30 ml