Size
- Height
- 50.8–58.4 cm
- Weight
- 18.1–24.9 kg
Energy
Needs roughly 90 min a day. Rough estimate.
Family fit
Kids
Dogs
People
Lifespan
12.0–15.0 years
Running cost varies — see methodology.
Trait map
Eight axes that describe how this breed actually lives.
Energy
5/5
Trainability
5/5
Playfulness
4/5
Protectiveness
3/5
Barking
3/5
Good with children
5/5
Good with other dogs
3/5
Good with strangers
3/5
Compared against Portuguese Pointer
Care needs
Shedding
3/5
Grooming
2/5
Drooling
1/5
Coat length
1/5
About the Australian Shepherd
Editorial copy coming soon. In the meantime, the radar above summarises the trait data we have on file.
Frequently asked
How big does a Australian Shepherd get?
Adult Australian Shepherds typically stand 50.8–58.4 cm at the shoulder and weigh 22.7–29.5 kg.
What's the life expectancy of a Australian Shepherd?
Australian Shepherds usually live 12.0–15.0 years.
Is the Australian Shepherd good with children?
Australian Shepherds tend to do well with children when well-socialised (5/5 on our scale). As always, supervise interactions with young kids.
How much exercise does a Australian Shepherd need?
Australian Shepherds are roughly a 5/5 on our energy scale — figure on around 90 minutes a day of structured exercise as a starting point.
Is the Australian Shepherd KC recognised?
Yes — the Australian Shepherd is recognised by The Kennel Club.
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