Australian Shepherd — breed standard (AKC & FCI: size, coat, temperament, type)

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Claims

• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* The Australian Shepherd originated in the U.S.A. and is classified by the FCI in Group 1 (Sheepdogs and Cattle Dogs).
• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* The preferred height is 20 to 23 inches for males and 18 to 21 inches for females (AKC).
• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* The coat is of moderate length and coarseness, straight to wavy, and weather resistant (AKC).
• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* Accepted colors are blue merle, black, red merle, and red, all with or without white markings and/or tan (copper) (AKC).
• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* The eyes may be brown, amber, blue, or marbled (AKC).
• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* Disqualifications are an undershot bite, an overshot bite greater than ⅛ inch, and white body splashes between the withers and tail (AKC).
• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* The temperament is intelligent, active, and even in disposition (AKC).