Attributes<\/span><\/strong><\/td>

Australian Shepherd<\/span><\/strong><\/td>

English Shepherd<\/strong><\/span><\/td><\/tr>

Good For First Time Owners<\/strong><\/td>

No<\/td>

No<\/td><\/tr>

Good Guard Dog<\/strong><\/td>

Not The Best Chocie<\/td>

Yes<\/td><\/tr>

Apartment Friendly<\/strong><\/strong><\/td>

Possible With Enough Exercise<\/td>

No<\/td><\/tr>

Good Family Dog<\/strong><\/td>

Yes<\/td>

Yes<\/td><\/tr>

Shedding<\/strong><\/td>

Moderate<\/td>

Moderate To High<\/td><\/tr>

Barking And Howling<\/strong><\/td>

High<\/td>

Moderate To High<\/td><\/tr>

Height<\/strong><\/td>

18-23 inches (46-58 cm)<\/td>

18-23 inches (46-58 cm)<\/td><\/tr>

Average Life Expectancy<\/strong><\/td>

12-15 Years<\/td>

12-15 Years<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n

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Australian Shepherd – Dog Breed Information<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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In spite of their name, the Australian Shepherd in fact originated in the United States in the late 1800’s. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Their name comes from the fact that some of their ancestors were brought to America from Australia by Basque shepherds. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Aussie descends from early collie dogs, which later developed into the Australian Shepherd and various other sheepdogs. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Australian Shepherd primary role back in those days was to herd and guard flocks of sheep. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Herding is a job which these dogs still excel at even today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Appearance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
An Australian Shepherd is a medium sized dog with a furry, dense coat that is of medium length. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
They will have longer hair at the back of their legs and around their neck, which may look like a mane. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Most often these dogs have ears that break forward, also known as button ears.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Australian Shepherds may be born with long tails or naturally docked tails. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
However a lot owners choose to have a long tail docked, as this is the breed’s standard. Some owners may also prefer a docked tail because of sanitary issues. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Aussies have a lot of hair on their bottoms and on their tail, which may lead to feces getting caught in it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The coat colors which this breed comes in are most often blue or red merle and white, often with tan markings. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
They also come in black or red tri-color, which is a combination of black, tan, and white, or red, tan, and white.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
The eyes of an Australian Shepherds can come in blue, hazel, or any shade of brown. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
They are also prone to having a harmless condition called heterochromia. This means that each of their eyes is of a different color.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
On average, these dogs grow to a height of 18 to 23 inches, and weigh in at 35 to 70 pounds. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Females will be lighter<\/a> and shorter in height than males.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Temperament<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Australian Shepherds are very intelligent dogs that need plenty of mental stimulation. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
If they do not have enough things to keep them busy, they can become easily bored and even destructive. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
This might lead to behavioral issues such as digging or chewing. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Aussies always like trying out new activities to take part in, and they love being outdoors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Due to the fact that they were bred to work with humans, Aussies are loyal, affectionate, and form a strong and loving bond with their owner. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
They like to be involved in whatever their owner or family is doing. On the other hand, they tend to be rather aloof with strangers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
They are very alert and watchful dogs, and can often be seen on patrol in the yard. They can also be protective of their owner and family.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
As a working dog, the Australian Shepherd is naturally active and athletic, and has very high energy. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Due to this, they need around an hour of physical activity every day. They are also very agile dogs, which makes them outstanding jumpers. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
They can jump up to 4 feet<\/a> in the air, and can escape a yard fence or wall with ease. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
These dogs are very obedient and trainable, and they enjoy working as a team with their human partner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This sheepdog also naturally has a high prey drive. These instincts can sometimes compel them to chase after cats<\/a>, smaller dogs, rabbits, or squirrels. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
However, because they are fast-learning and bright, it doesn’t take them long to be taught that this behavior is unacceptable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Australian Shepherds are good with children and can make great playmates and companions for them. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
You must remember though that these dogs need to be socialized with children as early as possible while still in their puppyhood.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Why is this so crucial? <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The lack of acquaintance with children at a young age might make them more prone to nipping or chasing them in later life. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
This is because the Australian Shepherd’s herding instincts may liken children to sheep, and this can lead to behavioral problems.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Nonetheless, just as with other animals, the Australian Shepherd will be quick to learn that children must be left alone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Australian Shepherds are generally healthy and hardy dogs, prone to few conditions, which are mostly genetically inherited. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
These dogs live anywhere from 12 to 15 years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
English Shepherd – Dog Breed Information<\/h2>\n\n\n\n $\"\"$
Tricolor English Sheepdog by Dsurber<\/a> (CC BY-SA 3.0)<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n
Though closely resembling the Australian Shepherd in a number of traits and characteristics, the English Shepherd is a completely different breed. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
English Shepherds are rare and not as widespread or well-known as the Australian Shepherd.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Like the Australian Shepherd, the English Shepherd originated in the United States. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
They were bred there by English, Scottish, and Irish immigrant farmers, and their descendants were known to be mostly collie-type dogs used at that time for herding. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
English Shepherds share some common ancestors with the Australian Shepherd. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
English Shepherds are a very old breed of dog, and the beginnings of this breed can even go as far back as the 17th century.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
In its early days, the hardworking English Shepherd was used for various jobs on the farm. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
This included herding and guarding sheep and cattle, as well as hunting vermin and as a companion or family dog. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
It is this versatility that made English Shepherds ideal sheepdogs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Appearance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
English Shepherds are dogs of medium size with semi-pricked or ‘button’ ears and a long, feathery tail. They have a black or sometimes brown nose. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The English Shepherd<\/a> comes in various combinations of colors and markings. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
They are often black with tan and white markings (tri-color), black and tan, black and white, or sable and white. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
They may sometimes have a few black or dark spots on the white part of their fur, such as the paws. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
This is called ‘ticking’, and occurs in a number of dog breeds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
English Shepherds measure at around 18 to 23 inches in height, and weigh 35 to 60 pounds.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Temperament<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
The English Shepherd is incredibly intelligent just as other types of sheepdogs, and they like having work to do to stay busy. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
When this dog gets a job, they view it as something fun, and they live up to their work to the best of their ability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
English Shepherds are highly energetic and athletic dogs, and require around an hour of physical exercise daily. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
They have great stamina, and they can work for hours without getting tired. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
English Shepherds are quick-learners, but some individuals can be stubborn, and therefore will need patience and consistency during training.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
These dogs are exceptionally loyal and affectionate toward their families, and form a strong attachment to their owner. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
They are humorous and fun-loving, with a very gentle nature. This makes them great with children and even other animals.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
In addition, English Shepherds are attentive and alert, and can make very good watchdogs. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
English Shepherds are most often brave and courageous. However, individuals that were not properly socialized may be prone to nervousness or fear around strangers.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Like the Australian Shepherd, English Shepherds are dogs of good health, though there are some conditions they can be prone to. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
They have a similar lifespan to the Aussie – usually 12 to 15 years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Australian Shepherd Vs English Shepherd – What Are The Differences<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Australian Shepherd<\/span><\/strong><\/td> English Shepherd<\/span><\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
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The English Shepherd resembles a few other sheepdog breeds like the Border Collie, and especially the Australian Shepherd. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Despite a lot of similarities between the two breeds, there are a number of differences as well. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
So what are the differences that can I look for to tell the Australian Shepherd vs the English Shepherd apart?<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Appearance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Firstly, while Australian Shepherds and English Shepherds can both be tri-color, Aussies also very often come in blue or red merle. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
On the contrary, English Shepherds never come in the merle coat pattern. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Generally, Aussies can come in a larger variety of different colors or patterns than English Shepherds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Australian Shepherds also tend to have a fuller, denser, and fluffier coat than the English Shepherd, both in appearance and to the touch. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
English Shepherds usually have slightly thinner and sparser coats, where the hair is smooth, soft, and straight. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Both breeds do shed a lot, but Aussies tend to shed<\/a> more and have higher grooming requirements. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
English Shepherds also have a type of coat which makes it easier to remove dirt from.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In terms of appearance, Aussies also tend to look rounder and thicker than the English Shepherd. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
On the other hand, English Shepherds usually have a build which appears more slender.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Another thing to look out for is the tail. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
A lot of Australian Shepherds have a docked tail, but English Shepherds always have a long and full tail. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
However, this is not always the case, because Aussies can be born naturally docked, or with a long tail. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
While a lot of owners dock their Australian Shepherd’s long tail, there are some that leave it the way it is.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Australian Shepherds are also most often slightly bigger than English Shepherds. Both dogs are medium in size, and of a similar height. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
However, Australian Shepherds may appear heavier, and they do weigh a bit more than English Shepherds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Temperament<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
There are also a number of differences between the temperament of the Australian Shepherd vs the English Shepherd. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
While both dogs are highly intelligent and energetic, English Shepherds tend to be more stubborn. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
What does this mean? <\/p>\n\n\n\n
While Australian Shepherds are very obedient dogs that like to work with humans, English Shepherds may sometimes act bossy. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
They will do what they want when they want. If they are not in the mood, they may refuse to listen or learn during training. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
This will require a lot of time, patience, and consistency on your part while training your English Shepherd puppy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Overall, the Australian Shepherd is usually easier to train than the English Shepherd. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
They will be more attentive and co-operate with you better.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
On the other hand, English Shepherds tend to do better with other pets, such as small dogs, cats, or rabbits. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Aussies are sometimes prone to chasing such animals, because of their high prey drive<\/a>, and need proper socialization and training. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The same goes for children, especially small children that may be hyperactive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
In conclusion, what are the differences between the Australian Shepherd vs English Shepherd?<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Each of these breeds have a lot of similarities, both in appearance, place of origin, and their temperament. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
This can make it hard to distinguish between the two. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
However, there are a few things to look out for which can tell these dogs apart.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
For instance, Australian Shepherds often have a merle coat and a docked tail, but English Shepherds don’t. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Australian Shepherds have thicker and fluffier coats, whereas the English Shepherd has a sparser coat which is also smooth and straight in texture. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Aussies are also slightly bigger and weigh a bit more.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
In addition, English Shepherds may sometimes be stubborn, while the Australian Shepherd is usually a very obedient dog.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
On the other hand, English Shepherds often get along better with other pets in the household. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Aussies may be prone to chase after animals smaller than them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In general, both the Australian Shepherd and the English Shepherd are very loving and intelligent dogs. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
They not only make great work mates for the farm, but also the best family companions.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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