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10 Interesting Facts About Australian Shepherds You Probably Didn't Know

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#7 The many positive working qualities such as intelligence and independent action were further encouraged and maintained by the farmers, as was the attractive appearance of the breed, for which the Australian Shepherd Dogs are still highly valued today.

#8 The first breed registry was opened by the Australian Shepherd Club of America (ASCA) in 1957, with the current breed standard following in 1977.

#9 It was not until the 1970s that the Australian Shepherd slowly made its way to Europe. In 1996, the Fédération Cynologique Internationale included him in their lists.

Mary Allen

Written by Mary Allen

Hello, I'm Mary! I've cared for many pet species including dogs, cats, guinea pigs, fish, and bearded dragons. I also have ten pets of my own currently. I've written many topics in this space including how-tos, informational articles, care guides, breed guides, and more.

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