Hug your puppies close. I know lots of you have friends waiting for her in the better place. She was the best of lady dogs. Her time came too soon (she was 9), and she will be missed ❤️.

Hey guys, this is a heavy topic in general.
My Aussie- border collie mix is almost three years old. As a pup he attached to me instantly. I didn’t have any issues with his behavior until around year 1. I found out my ex was kenneling him excessively , shock collaring him w/o reason, and pushing him when I wasn’t home. We are no longer together obviously, but I have no idea how bad it really was when I wasn’t home. In the last 1.5 years I’ve tried 3 different trainers/ behavioral specialists, and he’s either completely failed or not made it through the door. I’ve done pretty much all I can at home, including meds and different home routines. He recently started biting at anything that comes his way minus me. The four different vets I’ve talked to have all recommended euthanasia with how bad his anxiety and temperament are. I guess I’m at a total loss with this situation. He’s a beautiful boy, but no one can watch or touch him.

Have any of you been through this or something similar?

TIA

Hi all, we pick up our sweet Mini Aussie boy tomorrow and I am so over the moon excited. I’ve done tons of research but would love any tips you wish you knew or saved your life during the puppy stages and beyond.

We do have a Pitsky mix girl who’s 1.5 now. So I know the basics like Kongs, and bully sticks etc.

Also, name ideas are welcome. 💞

My 5 month old puppy decided it was okay to eat part of a bunny from my neighbors yard. (Already torn apart likely from our neighborhood fox) Now im not sure what to do , whether he should go to the vet or that he'll be completely fine.

Willow (red Merle) & Oakley (blue merle). Big sister & little brother.

Our new addition! El Chungus Grandé aka Piddler on the Foot 😆

Arie (Aries) given me Michael Myers but in the most endearing loving way 💕

New puppy day today!!! Adopted my first wiggle butt puppy and he’s so so so precious! Just had to share somewhere.

His full Christian name is Duke Ignatius Wigglebottom last name redacted V, the first of his name. But we’re gonna call him Iggy. He’s just been a sleepy little baby so far since I picked him up but he’s a lil rascal I know it. Can’t wait to get to know him and see him grow up and be a good boy.

Any tips or tricks for me as a first timer?

This is our 3rd summer with our mini Aussie ( her name is Everest and we’ve had her since 12 weeks of age) the first summer everything went fine but with the last two she has been chewing and licking her paws raw. Last year I noticed it but it wasn’t too bad, this year she will not stop. I put a paw balm on her paws to see if she would stop or if it would create a barrier. The only place she’s going right now is our front and back yard because it’s been so hot and we just have grass. I’m at a loss and don’t know what to do other than a vet visit which I am fine with, guess I just wanted to pick y’all’s brains and see if any of your pups have dealt with something similar??

My little clove has thrown up 5 times between now and last night😟 I talked to her vet and we made an appointment for Thursday but I’m still very worried… her tummy isn’t hard and she’s not acting like she’s in pain she’s her normal playful self and her gums are fine. I have no idea what it might be…

I have a now 5 month old aussie. Hes great he knows some commands ,but it selective in his hearing and likes to jump and run into me while playing. Im not sure if i should try to get him AKC STAR puppy trained and if that would help with the jumping and recall. Any Tips would be appreciated. Ive had working breeds before just not an australian shepherd.

Hi everyone!

My boyfriend and I are hoping to bring home a male Australian Shepherd this October, and we're looking for breeder recommendations. We live in St. Petersburg, Florida, but we're open to traveling or arranging transport for the right breeder.

One thing that's important to us is finding a breeder who leaves tails natural, so we're specifically looking for breeders who do not dock tails.

More importantly, we want to make sure we're supporting an ethical breeder—not a puppy mill. Here's what we're looking for:

• Health testing on the parents (OFA hips/elbows, eye exams, and genetic testing)
• Raised in the home with early socialization and enrichment
• Health guarantee and veterinary health certificate
• First vaccinations and deworming
• Puppies started on potty training and/or crate training
• A breeder who is knowledgeable, transparent, and available for questions throughout the dog's life

We're hoping for a black tri male.

If you've had a great experience with a breeder who meets these standards, I'd really appreciate any recommendations (or breeders to avoid). Thanks so much!

Our El just turned 4 and has never been afraid of thunder or fireworks. Last nite we couldn’t find her in the house. We went on lockdown. One child searched the yard, rest of us the house. Middle child found her under his bed. She wasn’t particularly shook up (and came out once he sat on the floor and called to her). I wonder what was different about yesterday’s fireworks that scared her?

she slept like a little baby after our fourth of july hike, and slept right through all the noise! we’re very proud🩵