PTK RANCH
Australian Shepards
At PTK Ranch, we are dedicated to breeding healthy, intelligent, and emotionally balanced AKC Australian Shepherds. All our parent dogs are of standard size and undergo thorough health testing before they are bred. This process includes extensive DNA testing for breed-specific conditions, evaluations for hip and elbow dysplasia, and eye exams conducted by a certified veterinary ophthalmologist. From the moment they are born, our puppies are nurtured with care and purpose. They receive daily handling, are gently exposed to a variety of sights, sounds, and surfaces, and begin Early Neurological Stimulation (ENS) as early as three days old. These practices contribute to the development of confident, adaptable puppies who are well-prepared to thrive in active households and dynamic environments.
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About the breed
Essential Information
The Australian Shepherd, a lean, tough ranch dog, is one of those 'only in America' stories: a European breed perfected in California by way of Australia. Fixtures on the rodeo circuit, they are closely associated with the cowboy life. The Australian Shepherd, the cowboy's herding dog of choice, is a medium-sized worker with a keen, penetrating gaze in the eye. Aussie coats offer different looks, including merle (a mottled pattern with contrasting shades of blue or red). In all ways, they're the picture of rugged and agile movers of stock. Aussies exhibit an irresistible impulse to herd, anything: birds, dogs, kids. This strong work drive can make Aussies too much dog for a sedentary pet owner. Aussies are remarkably intelligent, quite capable of hoodwinking an unsuspecting novice owner. In short, this isn't the pet for everyone. But if you're looking for a brainy, tireless, and trainable partner for work or sport, your search might end here. (sited from AKC)
Grooming
Moderate with seasonal needs being higher. Regular brushing and seasonal deshedding needed.
Size & Life
8-23 inches, 40-65 lbs, average life span of 12-15 years
Traits
Smart, work-oriented, exuberant
Needs
Daily exercise, mental stimulation, companionship
Australian Shepard puppies
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