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The Australian Shepherd is a Herding dog that was developed--despite its name--in the United States in the 19th century. It is popular in its native California and in countries across the world.
Like many herding breeds, it can have a lot of energy and drive and usually needs a job to do. It also often excels at dog sports such as frisbee dog competitions and dog agility.
The coat comes in several color varieties.
The breed's general appearance also varies greatly depending on the particular line's emphasis. Show dog Aussies conform to a specific broad-chested, thick-coated, semi-drop-eared appearance. Aussies whose parents and other ancestors have been chosen primarily for their working ability have more variation in their appearance; for example, they might have longer legs, more upright ears, shorter coats, and so on. As with many working breeds that are also shown in the ring, there are differences of opinion among breeders over what makes an ideal Australian Shepherd.