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Aussiedoodle

Canis lupus familiaris

  • Toy Aussiedoodle weights 10-15 pounds
  • Medium Aussiedoodle weighs 15-45 pounds
  • Standard Aussiedoodle weights 45-70 pounds

10-13 years

  • Blue Merle
  • Red Merle
  • Black and Red Tri
  • Black and Tan
  • Parti
  • Sable

14 to 23 inches tall

  • Outgoing
  • Friendly
  • Playful
  • Willful
  • Gentle
Aussiedoodle Puppy

Aussiedoodle Puppy from Creekside Puppy Adoptions Illinois

What is a Aussiedoodle?

The name “aussie” and the word “puppy’s” together make up what we call an Australian Shepherds puppy.

This breed of dog was developed in Australia to be used as a working farm herding dog, but also for protection from wild predators such as foxes or dingoes that were considered dangerous by pet owners during their time. The dogs are very loyal and protective, thus making them good guard dogs. They have been known to protect livestock against wild animals while being extremely friendly with humans.

These qualities combined with great intelligence makes this breed perfect for families looking for the perfect companion dogs along with some guarding abilities! In fact, these loyal companion can become excellent watchdogs with proper training. Because of its dual purpose, many people use both shepherds and standard poodle when breeding this wonderful hybrid breed of dog.

Most backyard breeders will often combine one parent having shepherd characteristics with another parent who has collie like traits, specially those aiming for hypoallergenic coat.

History Of Aussiedoodle

This mixed dog breed originated in Australia where shepherds have used these dogs for centuries to protect livestock. They were first brought to North America during the late 1800s and early 1900s. Breeders began selectively breeding specific characteristics in order to create the modern Australian shepherd.

Today, the American Working Shepherd Association, founded in 1987, regulates the process of registering purebred working sheepdogs. All registered members must be AWSA certified before they can display the title ‘Working’ on their registration papers. Making sure that this favorite of puppy mills have provided genetic testing and health certifications when health concern arises in accordance to the Puppy Lemon Law.

In addition to being able to identify an Aussie, a potential owner should look carefully at the animal’s parent breeds to make certain it’s healthy enough to handle the rigors of herding duties. Owners who plan to show their working dogs should join the AWSA so they can participate in shows sanctioned by that organization.

Aussie Doodle Dog

Breed Characteristics

Size – This low-maintenance dogs averages 30 pounds at maturity. Depending upon the size of your Aussie puppies, expect him or her to grow up from 20 inches tall to 28 inches tall. Height ranges vary depending on which part of Australia the breed was developed. Standard Size tend to average shorter heights compared to those found in Queensland. Larger sized Australian Shepherds come from western parts of the continent.

Weight – Average weight is approximately 25 lbs. This means an adult weighs less than 100lbs. Expect an underweight Aussie to weigh less than 90lb and overweight ones to weigh over 150lb.

Color – A variety of coat colors choices include black aussiedoodle, tan, brindle, blue merle, red merle, chocolate aussiedoodle, white, cream, fawn colored, apricot, orange, gold, silver, sable, solid colors, standard colors, and lemon. Blue Merle Aussiedoodle colors are rare but occur naturally. While color choice varies regionally, white does seem to be much preferred across the board.

Coat – Aussiedoodles have a variety of colors and coat types that includes short double coat, curly coat, smooth coated, soft haircoat, rough haircoat, wirey haircoat, and shaggy haircoat, and wavier coat.

Temperament – Temperament refers to what kind of personality the Aussiedoodle possesses. Most commonly, this is determined by whether or not the dog is active or laidback. The energy levels of this active Aussiedoodles are always ready to go wherever you take them.

Their energy level can fluctuate with the weather conditions. If left alone for too long without exercise, these mixed breed dogs may become bored and cranky. The opposite holds true for laidback Aussiedoodle puppy who will do just fine if left to their own devices all day. These active dog breeds make excellent family pets because they don’t require constant attention.

They love being outdoors and enjoy playing games like fetching balls or frisbees while running around freely outside. When indoors, they’re equally happy lounging next to a window watching birds fly past or lying near a heater keeping warm during winter months.

This designer breed loves attention and interaction with other pets and children. It gets excited easily and needs lots of exercise. Although it does not require training, you should give your new pup plenty of socialization so he/she learns how to interact with others. You may need to spend extra money on obedience classes because these puppies do not respond well to harsh correction methods.

An Intelligent designer dog breed, once properly trained, these pups get along with all types of family members. Their strong desire to please comes through even more strongly than most dogs. As long as you provide proper care, this mixed breed is hardworking, loyal, intelligent, obedient, calm, playful, affectionate, energetic, eager to learn, and willing to work.

Genetic Health Issues & Concerns

According to AKC statistics, hip dysplasia has been identified as one of the main health issues affecting the breed. Other common issues such as eye disease and mild allergies also plague many Aussiedoodle owners. Fortunately, early treatment can help alleviate some of these concerns. In addition, heart murmurs have been detected in some of the breed so regular screenings should be done starting in puppyhood.

Retinal Atrophy (RA) is another issue which affects the eyesight of Aussiedoodles. This condition causes blindness in affected dogs. RA is hereditary and occurs when the retina becomes detached from the back of the eye. There is no cure for RA.

A Full-Grown Aussiedoodles Average Life span – Life expectancy for this breed is 10 years.

Care Requirements

The Aussiedoodle requires minimal grooming. Short cut coats need very little maintenance other than brushing twice per week. Longer haired breeds require daily combing once every 2 weeks to prevent tangling.

Training Needs – Training needs depend on age and experience. Begin training from 8 weeks old to establish basic commands. Use positive reinforcement methods whenever possible.

Activity Level – Activity levels vary depending on how much time and space the dog receives. Some puppies may prefer more interaction with people and others would rather spend most of their days alone exploring nature. Regardless of which way it goes, both types of Aussiedoodles thrive well when given lots of free time away from distractions.

Exercise Needs – Exercise requirements for the Aussiedoodle generally range between 30 minutes to 1 hour each day. Daily walks are necessary to keep muscles strong and joints supple. Good playtime activities that provide mental stimulation are great ways to burn up excess calories. Swimming lessons are recommended for older adults since aquatic exercises help develop leg strength and overall body tone.

Barking & Howling – Barking and howling is normal behavior exhibited by young Aussiedoodles at night. It’s usually only heard after dark until around 3am. During daytime hours, the sound rarely occurs unless there’s something unusual going on nearby. Many Aussiedoodle owners find that simply walking through the house helps reduce its occurrence. Don’t worry though; barking doesn’t indicate aggression towards humans. Only aggressive behaviors towards animals count as dangerous threats against property damage.

Training Tips – To train your new pup, use clicker techniques combined with food rewards. Make sure to reward good obedience immediately upon completion of tasks. Spending time and positive reinforcement works best with younger pups. Once your puppy reaches 6-8weeks of age, you’ll want to switch over to a combination of praise and treats. You don’t necessarily need to start out using a leash. Instead, let him explore his surroundings off-lead while giving verbal cues like “come” or “sit” and crate training.

When he learns what those words mean, begin teaching him to walk next. As soon as he gets comfortable doing that, add another command word into the mix. Each step forward will lead to successively bigger challenges. Keep in mind that dogs learn quickly but they’re not always eager learners. If you think your puppy might struggle with learning new things, try introducing them gradually. Start small and work your way up to an activity that interests him.

Types of Aussiedoodles:

The American Kennel Club recognizes three varieties of Aussiedoodle dogs.

The Australian Shepherd Dog, also known as the Shepdog or the Sheepdog ; the Border Collie, also called just collie or border collie ; and the Cairn Terrier.

These different kinds of Aussiedoodles earned titles based on breed standards established by various clubs including the AKC for Assurance of Quality.

There are many other recognized breeds within this group too! For example, the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel has been reclassified under the Aussie category because it closely resembles the Australian shepherd, although it was originally bred for hunting purposes.

Aussiedoodles size ranges from Miniature Aussiedoodle puppies or toy Aussiedoodle and the Average size doodles.

Breeding Facts About Aussiedoodles Dogs

Although there is no official registry for the Australian Shepherd, most experts agree that only a few reputable breeders currently produces any significant numbers of this particular variety of dog.