Download or read book Australian Shepherds of the Mountain West written by Kris Toft and published by . This book was released on 2013-09-30 with total page 676 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Mountain West equation was one of the most successful in the history of the Australian Shepherd breed. The combination of Jay Sisler, Fletcher Wood, and other dogs of that general type created the highest levels of intelligence, working ability, protectiveness, and versatility. With the help of others personally familiar with these dogs, the author presents humorous, inspiring, and heart-felt stories shared by the owners of these foundation bloodlines. Documents about the background and lineage, registration papers, genealogy flow charts, and information establishing type and character of this special group of dogs within the Aussie breed is also included. This comprehensive collection is a must for all herding enthusiasts! Printed in full color, this hardcover bound 676 page book includes over 1500 photographs, diagrams, and charts, many never before published. The images present a photographic story of how the dogs from the past have influenced the breed as we know it today. ""It has been my desire to preserve for history the tales of these outstanding individuals and their well earned place in the founding of this breed. I am thankful to all those who contributed and allowed me access to their memories."" -Kris Toft
Download or read book The Complete Guide to Australian Shepherds written by Kirsten Tardiff and published by LP Media Inc. This book was released on 2019-12-06 with total page 130 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Written by respected Aussie breeder Kirsten Tardiff of Echolight Australian Shepherds, this book truly is a "Complete Guide" in which even the most experienced Aussie owner will learn something new! The Australian Shepherd is an intelligent, energetic, enthusiastic breed that was developed in the American west to herd livestock for farmers and ranchers. Today, while some still work on farms as their ancestors once did, others are a force to be reckoned with in competitive dog sports and are valued as loyal family companions. Affectionately called “Aussies” by their devotees, this breed can seem over the top to some potential owners; but those that lead an active lifestyle and enjoy training their dog will find an apt companion and willing pupil in an Aussie. Their intelligence and willingness to please their owner is unmatched. This breed is typically reserved with strangers and makes a good watch dog. In this book, you will discover the history and unique characteristics of the Australian Shepherd, as well as how to choose a reputable breeder or rescue and where to find them. Use this guide to prepare your home for a new addition, navigate through your first day together, and train them to be a wonderful companion. Explore chapters on nutrition, grooming, healthcare and more to give your Aussie the very best quality of life. Chapter topics include: Choosing an Australian Shepherd Preparing Your Home for Your Australian Shepherd Bringing Home Your Australian Shepherd Housetraining Socializing with People and Animals Physical and Mental Exercise Training Your Australian Shepherd Basic Obedience Commands Dealing with Unwanted Behaviors Traveling with Your Australian Shepherd Nutrition Grooming Your Australian Shepherd Australian Shepherd Healthcare Senior Dog Care Whether you are new to the breed or are fortunate enough to have been loved by an Australian Shepherd before, this book will be your guide to everything Aussie.
Download or read book Australian Shepherds written by Tammy Gagne and published by Capstone. This book was released on 2010 with total page 18 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Describes the history, physical features, temperament, and care of the Australian shepherd breed.
Download or read book Australian Shepherds written by Bowe Packer and published by Speedy Publishing LLC. This book was released on 2014-06-09 with total page 144 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Are You Wanting To Learn About Australian Shepherds?" "Need To Know How To Proper Care For Your Australian Shepherd?" "Ready To Understand & Properly Care For Your Aussie Shepherd?" This Practical Guide Is Designed For Those That Might Not Really Know How To Care For Their Australian Shepherd & May Not Understand Its Needs. Believe it or not, there are efficient and effective strategies on how to care for this delicate creature, for they are not created the same as other dogs. And I give them all to you within this guide. You will finally learn how to: Understand the needs of your Australian Shepherd & how to properly care for him. Let's face it, if we don't understand the needs and how to care for this type of dog then how can we expect to raise a happy and healthy australian shepherd. Discover effective methods to raise your australian shepherd the right way. The secret to your success will be how well you apply what you discover in this guide. Learn these strategies and methods, apply them and be well on your way to having a happy, healthy dog that you relate to and understand. Here is just a bit of what You'll Learn about caring for your australian shepherd. * The aussies family tree. * Housebreaking and training your australian shepherd. * How to effectively puppy-proof your home. * How to meet your aussies nutritional needs. * Grooming your aussie properly. * Understanding your australian shepherds health needs. * Effective methods of keeping your aussie active and healthy. * And much more.... Being prepared with the right information on taking care of your australian shepherd doesn't have to be a daunting task. It should be fun, exciting and easy. Gaining the knowledge of caring for your aussie will have you on your way to a having a happy, healthy and properly trained australian shepherd!
Download or read book Australian Shepherds written by Precious Mckenzie and published by Carson-Dellosa Publishing. This book was released on 2019-03-27 with total page 24 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The modern Australian Shepherd is a versatile, joyful dog that loves to be around people. Nothing makes this dog more content than being with its people and doing work for them. Ranchers love Aussies because Aussies are athletes. They can run all day, herding sheep. They never seem to slow down or get tired. In fact, the more exercise they get, the happier they look.
Download or read book Australian Shepherds written by Megan M. Gunderson and published by ABDO Publishing Company. This book was released on 2013-01-01 with total page 26 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With a wag and a "woof," this book invites readers to meet the intelligent Australian shepherd. Readers will examine the history, physical attributes, development, and behavior of the Australian shepherd breed. Coat, color, size, and care instructions are also discussed. Full-color photos allow readers to see these agile, energetic dogs in a variety of situations. An index and glossary are also included. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Checkerboard Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
Download or read book Australian Shepherds written by Joseph Hartnagle and published by TFH Publications. This book was released on 1995-01-26 with total page 218 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Australian Shepherds Pet Owner s Guide written by Debra J. Rick and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2012-09-30 with total page 124 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A guide to what makes Australian Shepherds such wonderful family pets and why teacup Australian Shepherds are truly unique. Australian Shepherds are highly intelligent and easily trained. Due to their inherent breeding traits as a herder, which include a well-developed protective instinct, Aussies make good watch dogs. They will certainly bark warnings if they suspect danger, but they are not excessive noise makers. They are generally loyal, playful, and affectionate dogs that love to cuddle and make terrific companions. Australian Shepherds make wonderful family pets, provided the family has plenty of time for them. Just like many intelligent dogs, Aussies can become bored easily, especially if they're left alone for extended periods of time. They will chew up virtually anything if they get restless, and are notorious hole diggers and escape artists.
Download or read book The Australian Shepherd written by Liz Palika and published by Turner Publishing Company. This book was released on 2008-05-05 with total page 534 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A highly anticipated revision of the classic guide to Aussies The Australian Shepherd has a devoted following. Highly desired for its versatility, the Aussie is an intelligent, athletic, and very people-oriented herding dog. In this second edition of the popular and respected The Australian Shepherd, Aussie expert Liz Palika has updated the material to reflect the breed’s booming popularity, including the dramatic increase in performance records. She explains in clear, accessible language how readers can determine if an Aussie is the right dog for them and, if so, how to choose an appropriate puppy. Featuring 65 black-and-white photos and line drawings that beautifully illustrate the breed, this guide is a must-have for both potential Aussie owners and longtime breed enthusiasts.
Download or read book All about Aussies written by Jeanne Joy Hartnagle-Taylor and published by Blue Ribbon Books. This book was released on 2005 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The definitive guide to the Australian Shepherd dog, including standard and miniature Aussies. Learn the Australian Shepherd breed Standard, history and lineage, how to select a puppy, grooming, care, genetics and breeding, herding, showing, training for obedience, agility and stock work, raising puppies, and more. This book is a must for every owner or prospective owner or breeder of Australian Shepherds.
Download or read book Australian Shepherds written by D. Caroline Coile and published by . This book was released on 2011 with total page 168 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Whether you just purchased an Australian shepherd or are planning to get one, this book will start you off on the right track.
Download or read book I Like Australian Shepherds written by Linda Bozzo and published by Enslow Publishing, LLC. This book was released on 2017-07-15 with total page 24 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Australian shepherds, or Aussies, are one of the worlds best-loved dog breeds. Smart, playful, and adorable, these pint-sized pooches are a common sight at the dog park. Young readers will love learning how to take care of an Australian shepherd and discovering if the breed is right for their family. Full-color photos, quick facts, and easy-to-comprehend language help readers learn how to be responsible dog owners. A Words to Know section helps readers learn new vocabulary, while Further Reading encourages deeper learning.
Download or read book Unforgettable Aussies written by Paula J. McDermid and published by Unforgettable Aussies. This book was released on 2016-06-08 with total page 202 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Explore and savor Unforgettable Aussies, a one-of-a-kind Australian Shepherd family scrapbook that is uniquely blended with geneology. Discover Aussies who could be the ancestors of your dog. This fascinating book shines a spotlight on fifteen exceptional dogs who helped define the breed, and is filled with over 400 photos of their descendants. Also included are pedigrees that can help you follow your dog's family tree.As endearing as a new puppy, Unforgettable Aussies is filled with warm, captivating stories about Australian Shepherds and the people who loved them with all their hearts. Meet ?Chance,? the Aussie who won the biggest show in the world. Read about ?Sparkle's? surprising victory at a National show when she was just six months old. Delight in memories of ?Silver? and ?Little Queen? and the children they watched over. Aussie breeders will also treasure the stories and knowledge collected in this book. Each of the 420 photos is accompanied by a profile that includes the dog's titles, year of birth, sire and dam, special show wins, and name of owner. This is the first time this priceless information has been gathered as a resource about Australian Shepherd bloodlines.Blending stories and history, Unforgettable Aussies will delight every Aussie fancier'those who own dogs for competition, as well as people who value the breed as wonderful pets. This is a book you must have if you love Australian Shepherds!
Download or read book A New Owner s Guide to Australian Shepherds written by Joseph Hartnagle and published by TFH Publications. This book was released on 1997 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A comprehensive guide to the selection, care, and training of Australian shepherd dogs.
Download or read book Australian Shepherds written by Domini Brown and published by Bellwether Media. This book was released on 2016-08-01 with total page 24 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Smart, active, and goofy, Australian shepherds bring smiles to people wherever they go. Aussies love to play fetch and learn new tricks. ÒSit,Ó ÒDown,Ó and ÒStayÓ are not enough for this energetic breed. Aussies will gladly leap in the air for Frisbees or star in rodeos and television shows. Find out what else Aussies can do in this engaging book for young readers.
Download or read book Australian Shepherd written by Elizabeth M. Jarrell and published by Doglife: Lifelong Care for You. This book was released on 2012 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ranked #26 by the American Kennel Club (AKC), the Aussie is a popular member of the Herding group. Aussies are highly intelligent, with natural herding abilities, so they take well to training and excel at a variety of sports, including agility, herding trials, and obedience.
Download or read book Aussie Herding written by Laura De La Cruz and published by Take Pen Herding. This book was released on 2014-06-27 with total page 58 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Aussie Herding provides interviews with some of the top Australian Shepherd herding trainers in the U.S. Read what they have to say about training an Aussie for herding and competing. A great resource for those with Australian Shepherds who are just starting in herding or those that have years of experience. A herding clinic in a book, this volume offers a wealth of information. Trainers interviewed include: Elsie Rhodes, Trudy Viklund, Marti Parish, Dana Mackenzie, Robyn Johnson-Garrett, Devona Myrick and Bob Myrick. This book is a great addition to any herding enthusiast's library.
