Adorable Australian Shepherd puppies for Adoption

Thu, 09 Jun 2016 22:24:59 -0400

Country of Origin The Australian Shepherd (affectionately called an Aussie ) does not actually originate in Australia. It is believed that some Basque farmers brought ancestors of these dogs with them when they emigrated to Australia then subsequently to the United States during the California gold rush. However the breed as it is known today was developed in the American Southwest over the next few decades. The Australian dog was crossed with several breeds in an effort to produce an animal able to deal with the harsh temperatures and demands...