Australian Shepherd Puppies for Sale

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Breed Group: Herding
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Overview
The exact origin of the Australian Shepherd is not known. The breed that is cherished and loved today was developed exclusively in the United States. The Australian Shepherd has an innate versatility that makes them useful on ranches and farms as a herding dog, retriever, and watchdog. They are typically referred to as "The Aussie".
Character
The Australian Shepherds most identifiable characteristic is the natural or docked bobtail. Their eyes are one of this breeds most commented on feature. Their eyes come in a variety of colors or color combinations and include blue, amber, hazel, and all shades of brown. The Aussie is a vigorous and athletic breed.
Temperament
Australian Shepherds are intelligent, delightful, and loyal. They are highly energetic and thrive on being given something to do. The Aussie has a high degree of intensity and a "no-quit" attitude. Their herding instinct may be problematic or annoying to their family, as this breed will often attempt to perform this task on everyone or anything that moves. They are reserved and cautious with strangers until the Aussie decides about them. They are confident and protective. Human companionship is crucial to this breed. They get along well with active, considerate older children. The Aussie is not typically aggressive to other dogs.
Care
The Australian Shepherd requires minimal grooming. An occasional brushing with a firm bristle brush will suffice. It is important to do more in depth grooming when they are going through their seasonal shedding. Bathing should only be done when absolutely necessary. The Aussie is susceptible to a myriad of health issues and concerns. Their merle coloration carries a blind/deaf factor. Natural bobtails may have serious spinal defects. They are also prone to epilepsy, hip dysplasia, and cataracts.
Coat
The Australian Shepherd has a striking and varied coat. It is of moderate length, straight to wavy, and weather resistant. The under coat is shed twice a year; with moderate shedding between these periods. The coat comes in four accepted colors: black, blue merle, red, and red merle. A variety of white and tan markings may appear on the face, chest, front, and rear legs.
Training
Australian Shepherds are easy to train. They benefit from early socialization and very basic obedience. It is important that they know who the master is or they will attempt to take control. The Australian Shepherd requires firm, fair, consistent, and effective direction. Their high intelligence and keen learning ability make repetitive training boring.
Activity
The Australian Shepherd requires an inordinate amount of exercise. A mere walk is not sufficient. They thrive on running, herding, playing, and all family activities. They are at their best when they are given a great deal of social interaction and a task to do. Australian Shepherds are not recommended for apartment dwelling. They are moderately active indoors and require a non-sedentary owner and a large securely fenced yard or safe open area.
Weight
Male: 50-65; Female: 40-55 lbs
Height
Male: 20-23; Female: 18-21 inches
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blue merle, black, red merle, or red, all with or without white markings and/or tan points
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Australian Shepherd Puppies for Sale Expected Budget in 2024

Learn what to expect when researching the price of Australian Shepherd puppies for sale near me.

How much do Australian Shepherd puppies for sale cost?

The cost for an Australian Shepherd puppy for sale varies greatly and depends on many factors such as the breeders' location, reputation, litter size, lineage of the puppy, breed popularity (supply and demand), training, socialization efforts, breed lines and much more. Before searching "Australian Shepherd puppies for sale near me", review their average cost below.

The current median price for all Australian Shepherds for sale is $1,072.50. This is the price you can expect to budget for an Australian Shepherd with papers but without breeding rights nor show quality. Expect to pay less for a Australian Shepherd puppy for sale without papers, however, we do not recommend buying a puppy without papers.

Looking for an Australian Shepherd puppy with a superior lineage? Are you trying to determine how much an Australian Shepherd with breeding rights and papers would cost? You should expect to pay a premium for an Australian Shepherd puppy with breeding rights or even Australian Shepherds for sale advertised as show quality with papers. You should budget anywhere from $2,800 upwards to $10,000 or even more for Australian Shepherd puppies for sale with top breed lines and a superior pedigree. The average cost for all Australian Shepherds for sale is $900.

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What can I expect to pay for a Australian Shepherd puppy near me?

Median Price: $1,072.50
Average Price: $900.00
Top Quality: $2,800.00 to $10,000.00

*Data sourced from 26186 Australian Shepherd puppies for sale across the United States on NextDayPets.com.

Annual cost of owning an Australian Shepherd puppy for sale

When googling "Australian Shepherd puppy for sale near me" it is important to understand the associated costs of owning a dog. The annual cost or "upkeep" is often overlooked when determining an Australian Shepherds true ownership cost. When calculating your budget make sure you account for the price of food, vaccines, heartworm, deworming, flea control, vet bills, spay/neuter fees, grooming, dental care, food, training and supplies such as a collar, leash, crate, bed, bowls, bones, and toys. All of these items can add up quickly so make sure you estimate anywhere from $500 - $2,000 or more for the first year then about $500 - $1,000 or more every year thereafter to meet the annual financial obligations of your growing, loving dog.

Most Popular Australian Shepherd Puppy for Sale Names for 2024

We've compiled the top 20 male and female Australian Shepherd names for 2024 after analyzing 26186 Australian Shepherd puppies for sale.
  • 1. Bella
  • 2. Daisy
  • 3. Max
  • 4. Jack
  • 5. Lucy
  • 6. Caleb
  • 7. Red
  • 8. Bandit
  • 9. Buddy
  • 10. Paul
  • 11. Rusty
  • 12. Blue
  • 13. Katie
  • 14. Kent
  • 15. David
  • 16. Jake
  • 17. Bear
  • 18. Patricia
  • 19. Sadie
  • 20. Charlie

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Member Since: March 2007
Location: Atlanta, Georgia
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Updated: 3/19/2024