The second He is attentive and animated, showing strength and stamina combined with unusual agility. (It's the exercise/mental needs!). shorter hair breeds of dogs, I feel there is this plume of hair that wisps up into the air each time you stroke them. It looks awesome and styled as it is! We haven't lived in AR a full year just yet, so it's hard to tell if he'll blow his coat when it starts to get hot and humid. Should a Toy Australian Shepherd Mix take after their Toy Aussie parent, they will have a medium-length coat that sheds moderately all year. I will try that. I give him a brushing about once every two weeks, or when needed. Coming in Red and Black, the Australian Shepherd has copper or white markings in its face, legs, and chest. I don’t have facilities to bathe her myself, so I take her to the groomer for that – whenever I think she needs it as she is always in the house. two pages, each showing a series of color changes. In both cases the vets say it's ideopathic vitiligo (loss of pigment from unknown causes). I wondered when he would get his dense adult fur. I have dark wood floors in my house and I don't feel like I have huge balls of hair rolling around (like some have reported). Aug 4, 2016 - Yellow coat colored Australian Shepherd puppy Indie's hairs every now and then, but hardly at all. There are tons of Australian Shepherd puppies out there just waiting to be discovered. Aussies are attractive and steal your heart with various coat colors. I think that since Aussies are kind of a "mixed bag" breed to begin with (ruff and tumble cattle dogs), there is a LOT of variability in the breed. I take her to the groomer probably about every 5 weeks or so. of one shedding cycle. His mom was a red merle and she had a shortish coat and his dad was a black bi and had a veeeery silky flat coat, so I think he's ok and it seems my breeder doesn't really produce crazy thick coats like other ones do (probably for good reason, they are a hassle). You know what I'm talking about. I found a solution to the matting fur for my darling! Ultra soft and when he got older, it was prone to dreading up when wet or from grass seeds being stuck. I love comparing notes and it's helpful to know what others experience with their mini's. Our house does not have that "dog smell." individuals will go through some remarkable color Coat: Thick and wavy Shedding: Moderate Hypoallergenic: No. silvering of the muzzle and face that is not due to geriatric Your picture makes her look like she has pretty short, dense fur. And these faults are not officially recognized by the American Kennel Club. some canine chameleons. I agree about the weekly brushings, definitely good if one can do that to minimize shedding. I'd love to check out your video, but it said it was private so I wasn't able to watch. They are so soft when they're little. Wondering if anyone else has had this issue. in the new growth. in old age blue merles can resemble black tris and red merles Gross! Mostly I do this to distribute oils, keep his coat shiny, and check for any hair that has been shed. Other than cutting dreads out, I haven't really had to cut his coat. has been noted in collies and shelties as well. In the pics below, it looks thick, but it's really not. Well, I finally have enough "data" since Indie just turned 1 year old! Indie can play hard and not get a back for weeks and he's never greasy or smelly. I do have a question if anyone reads this... Hazel, now that her butt hair is coming in is biting back there a lot.. Breeders state that the color-related coat changes can often be particularly dramatic in the first two months (8 weeks) of your puppy’s life. This is temporary, however, and not all. Otherwise, I just cut the dreads out. If you dog is having diarrhea, you might want to thin out or shorten the butt area a bit. He tends to get dreads on his butt hairs and behind his ears from grass seeds getting stuck in his goose down-like feathers and I just cut these out with scissors when I feel them. Discover more about our Australian Shepherd puppies for sale below! The reds can vary in shade from very light to so dark that they can appear nearly black. I am meeting more and more mini's but I have yet to find one with a coat like mine (silky and feathery but dense). Self cleaning dog! The breed standards state that Australian Shepherds can come in some combination of two basic body colors (black and liver), one pattern (merle), and two trim colors (white and tan.) Kylie is SO cute!! The mating of two purebred dogs creates a mixed breed. This phenomenon Here is a better idea of what she looks like at just under a year and half from last summer (I had to create a how-to video for a grad school class) although the first clip with the mirror and the last clip with two red tris are when she was about 6/7 months old.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yOttMl9oEnw. You can see this shine better on the tri's than the merles. The coat can change in very different ways. Usually, the puppies will lean more toward the features of on… I really enjoyed seeing the coat growth from someone who isn't a breeder. She just turned two at the end of March and has never gotten a big coat. For the most part, he doesn't shed all that much. Several distinct types of color change are known to occur The reason is Aussies are cotton ball fluffy when they're tiny and then they loose all that fluff and have this thin, soft, wispy chicken feather coat for a while during their adolescent phase. Red merle and white Australian Shepherd. It gets thicker in the winter to protect against the elements. A 65 lb, 18 month Old, Red Merle Australian Shepherd (playing with a black Labrador mix). As the years go by they darken until at least one bloodline of Aussie there is a progressive yellowish color of broom straw. I had a shepherd mix growing up and he shed I will keep updating this post as he gets older. Australian Shepherds are a medium-sized dog, solid and muscular, with a full or naturally bobbed tail, and varied coat colouration. Love your pictures! The breed standards state “All colors are strong, clear and rich. merles. This is actually something that is very important to me. Aussies are cotton ball fluffy when they're tiny and then they loose all that fluff and have this thin, soft, wispy chicken feather coat for a while during their adolescent phase. Another common cause of color change is found in reds and red Hi Kepler! I have an Australian Shepherd puppy and he has a beautiful coat, but his coat is all one pattern, but I've recently noticed that his chest has been getting some white hair on it and I was wondering if, like most all of the other Australian Shepherds I've seen, he … And most adults maintain their color It can range from straight to wavy but should be moderate in length. Wow! merle areas fairly light. Aussie fur by: CosmoMomma My 6 month red merle Aussie's fur is starting to change from the soft fluffy puppy fur and getting a bit more coarse mostly just on the ridge of his back however, the length isn't changing and is still pretty short. I love seeing the progression of how the coat changes over the first year. I live in southwest Florida so it is probably a good thing. This means that they have a topcoat and an undercoat. However when she blows her coat she is very happy to let me really got at her for an hour or so. There may be some heavier shedding as seasons change, but brushing a few times a week and the occasional bath as needed is enough to keep a Toy Aussie coat … Like maybe something was wrong with him. constantly. Not fleas & not skin issues I have checked thoroughly & it's just that area. Cosmo went The Australian Shepherd breed standard for coat color is as follows: Black: With or without white and/or copper trim. Merle pattern is common and marvelous among all. Have you come across any more 'silky' coated aussies?Also! Over the first two years of life, your German Shepherd puppy will change its coat frequently. effects. Oh, I updated the "Day in the Life" post and put in lots of pics and tightened it up. Bleaching can I feel like tri coats are often a bit different! After you pet them you have this stink on your hand and you have you to go wash it off. You can also try to add fish oil to her diet. page that shows a couple of dogs going through this change. Just a dab on your fingers will do the trick and it won't your pup. Australian Shepherds are smart and energetic dogs,.They have so many winning traits, no wonder they're one of the the country's most popular breeds. As the years go by they darken until in old age blue merles can resemble black tris and red merles … Oh this is awesome! We’ll look at all the colors and lengths, and then dive deep into care and grooming. While some colors are rare and beautiful, some varieties are considered fault colors. Many blue merles and red merles are born with their Well, thankfully not Indie. The thickness of their undercoat will depend on the time of year. Harlequins often change color as well. Some dogs have this "stink" and is stays on your hand. On the puppy color change page, we have two puppies whose color changed dramatically over the course of birth to 1 year. It's amazing actually. Well lets just say the biggest maintenance aspect of these dogs is not their coats! German shepherd coats also come in a huge variety of colors and lengths. The best way to achieve a healthy coat, aside from light amounts of brushing on occasion, is to feed your mini high quality food! Many blue merles and red merles are born with their merle areas fairly light. Thanks Emma! Coat Color. A red Australian Shepherd will likely become a beige, such as a Weimaraner. Nikki was several years older when she turned white, and the change was accompanied by some changes in coat texture as well. but it is not at all uncommon. I've been meaning to write this post for a while as it was one of my biggest concerns about this breed. Overall, I find my dog's coat to be very soft, especially the part on top of his head. On the same page is "Red", a red puppy that as a puppy was clearly a dilute but darkened by maturity so that she does not look dilute even though she is. I've been collecting photos to make one for black tris...just need to the time to sit down and do it :P Soon! The Australian Shepherd, commonly known as the Aussie, is a medium-sized, robust, and well-balanced dog. The Australian Shepherd is a medium-sized breed of dog that was developed in the United States, and identified as a breed in the early 20th century. Aussies coat's are meant to shed the dirt and I find this to be true with Indie. During this time German Shepherd puppies will change from their birth color to the young coat that will resemble their coat as an adult. The Aussies that I have met (mini and otherwise) seem to vary a lot in texture, thickness, and waviness of coats, with the merles seeming to exhibit the most wave. A dilute Australian Shepherd will more than likely have different colored noses and eyes as well. Aussies have double coats. But it just depends. I'm excited to see what his full coat will look like, but I'm also enjoying his "chicken" phase that he's just starting because his fur is super soft right now, almost like a bunny. A plan for that is in the works because I think they're quite different. unchanged throughout their adult lives. A short time later, though, all the dirt was gone and his fur had miraculously changed from brownish-yellowish to gleaming white again, like magic. The Australian shepherd's outer coat is of medium texture, neither harsh nor soft. amount of time the dog spends in bright sunlight. as soon as the dead coat is shed out the dog's actual color emerges But his parents don't have super thick coats. be quite extensive and can turn dark liver individuals to the I have noticed female's coats tend to be 'shorter' over all compared to males. I could not be more satisfied with his coat! Several distinct types of color change are known to occur in the breed. Right now at 1 year old Indie's coat is long, but not very thick. Joanne recommends: “Because the Aussie I have now has a long, heavy coat, I do brush often and use a rake to get through any parts of the coat that are ready to shed. Not all merles darken, When we say “dramatic,” this may also mean your puppy’s coat starts dark, gets light, and then gets dark again. present. If we're out on a walk and he jumps into a pond or a lake, by the time we get back to the car you can't even tell he even went splashing around. Australian Shepherds are average shedders, and their coat needs regular maintenance, including weekly brushing to keep it clean and prevent matting, and possibly trimming to keep it looking tidy. Many years … This really helps with things like tree sap (which won't shampoo out). The puppies of mixed breed parents can also inherit genetic and breed-specific health conditions. I noticed it when she was a puppy (she just turned 2 last month) even between her and her two siblings. Health Issues. dog may superficially resemble a merle even if he is a solid. Color change is rarer in adults, It's fairly moderate here. The fur on the back is dense and less fluffy (but in a soft way) while the butt is very fluffy and also prone to dreading. Indie is a fun & beautiful looking aussie(:. Mine is what I call a cute little scrub right now. Once he's dry, the dirt just falls right out. Probably the most common type of color change is that of progressive spots on the back tend to lose them as they mature. Old red tri whom is just getting her butt hair named Hazel. The silky texture and length is almost identical (the photo for my profile is from when she was about 8/9 months so much shorter). Huck has white arms, a white chest, and a full white collar, so I was not looking forward to scrubbing all that dirt out after his first romp-around at the river a few months ago. The ears may break forward or to the side (“rose” ear) when at attention. Indie is such a handsome boy. The blue merle and black have black pigmentation on nose, lips, and eye-rims. Would you consider doing a coat series with your black tri as well? Thanks again for the post. Mixed breeds are also called “designer dogs.” An important consideration to be aware of if you’re thinking of taking on a mixed breed dog is that every puppy in a litter will be slightly different, both in looks and in character. on the back at birth, the breeder should inform the buyer that they were I love it! changes as puppies, prior to reaching their adult coloration. I did lightly trim his butt once because they got long, but then realized it actually looked better that way. Indie's coat is more dry and soft instead of silky, greasy, and sleek. Adding to the coat colors, this breed comes in a range of eye colors such as green, blue, brown, hazel and amber. can resemble red tris (or bis, or selfs). I was worried, because Indie has white feet, that they would always appear yellowish or dingy. Thanks for the post! I remember when I met all three pups (all black tris with different faces) her brother and sister even in the cottony phase seemed to have coarser fur than her. History: The Norwegian Elkhound originated in Norway, where it can be traced back about 1,000 years.However, it's possible that the breed has been around since long before that, perhaps as early as 5000 BCE. Oooo, good to know about the Olive oil trick! page shows two cases of dramatic depigmentation of adult dogs. It takes me about 3 minutes to brush him. Here's another dog from my breeder who seems to have silky hair (though longer than Kylie maybe?) You read my mind! I don't yet have a series of photos My fiance and I are so thrilled about this. I mean, you don't look at an aussie think "Man, that's a lustrous, shiny coat!" So far, I haven't met one where I felt that way. In fact, someone in Home Depot asked me if I had his hair professionally done to look that way. The preceding forebears of the foundation dogs likely had several sources, but were primarily UK rural landrace herding collies of various types and/or regions. Another common color change involves white trim. My mini is in the awkward phase, he’s 4 months old. We have a 6 year old red Merle who is very poofy & soft named Bacon (:. I hear it takes two to three years for the coat to really get to full thickness. When this shedding process begins, the coat will begin to fill out and will get thicker. That was a breed "perk" that I definitely did not expect. Neither of us know about puppies or puppy breeding and she was certainly never expecting this litter. are born with very narrow blazes and/or tiny white documenting this progressive change over several years, but I'll It's great to pet Indie because he doesn't leave https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dFPndTQq9-E What do you think, is what her hair looks like? Before this we lived in Santa Barbara, CA and it had a moderate climate so he didn't shed much there either. When I have petted Of course, breeders might only keep dogs with the thickest coats for show purposes, but they throw puppies of all sorts for home/companion animals. Their eyes are usually lighter than their non-dilute counterparts, while the noses may be a slate or light liver color. The Australian Shepherd is a well-balanced dog, no matter whether Standard, Miniature or toy. As they get closer to being 1 year old they finally get a long, slightly more dense and coarse adult coat (see pics below). I definitely try to comb using the flea comb. Her tail is docked yet she looks like a border collie with a short nose and small head. Maybe you have a point about the tri vs. Merle. Yes, I've been excited to make this post since Indie was a puppy! All in all I would say Kylie's shedding is minimal but if I have neglected her weekly brushings due to work or whatever I will notice more fur on the bed linens. They go through a coat change where their puppy coat changes to an adult coat. Helps so much for those delicate spots behind the ears. to the adult coloration. Red hair tends to sun bleach The coat is of medium texture, straight to slightly wavy, weather resistant, of moderate length with an undercoat. I will notice a few of I always imagined having to deal with combing out this crazy coat like I see on youtube and other sites and then Indie winds up being super low maintenance...go figure! How often should you walk an Australian Shepherd? Our breed definitely contains My girl Kylie who is a black tri seems different then all your photos of Indie. In Australian Shepherd Coats. Thanks for sharing! As they get closer to being 1 year old they finally get a long, slightly … Red merle and white Australian Shepherd puppy Mixed groups . Behind his ears his hair is more like goose down. Rather, it was bred in the United States by Basque shepherds who emigrated to America after settling in Australia for a short period of time during the 1800s. Australian Shepherds are full of energy and require a large amount of stimulation — even as puppies you should play with them frequently and start some light training to occupy their minds. Dog Group: Hound Size: 18-22 inches tall, 45-60 lbs Lifespan: 12-15 years Energy Level: High Coat: Coarse and straight outer coat with soft undercoat Shedding: Heavy Hypoallergenic: No. Not so, they are ULTRA white all the time even if he's stepped in anoxic bog mud. The undercoat is thicker and softer than the guard hairs, especially around the dog’s … I'd be very interested to see the black tri coat. Thank you for the progression pictures! I can't stand dogs who have oily, musky smelling coats. Re: Coat changing by: Anonymous It does look like she is shedding alot of undercoat which can look brown (dead hair) until the new coat comes in. This can take place as early as six months or as late as 10 months, but it’s safe to say the shedding process begins from 6 to 10 months of age. He looks like he has more whirls in his coat. This helps not only with faster/less shedding but helps keep the coat shiny and healthy, along with healthy skin and joints. The ones behind the ears suck!! I am forever thankful!!! I've gotten young ones and they are white when born, but neither of us have a clue about young aussies because she has always gotten older dogs because of her daycare and I don't like aussies. This will help avoid production of pups with white For reasons we don't yet understand, some There are Slightly longer than tall, he has a coat of moderate length and coarseness with coloring that offers variety and individuality in each specimen. Does Indie have a similar looking coat to your dog? My girl is black and white, her fur rather thin at 4 months. From right to left: merle, sable and tricolour coloured Rough Collies (Sable merle can look like normal Sable but not always! over the body. In my experience, it seems merles have the "fluffier" coats and tri's and bi's get more the silky flat lying coat. In the case of white spots that nasty coating on your hand, do you know what I'm talking about? The ears are set high at the side of the head and are triangular in shape with a slightly rounded tip. Well, this depends on the age. She isn't the biggest fan of brushing but tolerates it well. The recognized colors are blue merle, red (liver) merle, solid black, and solid red (liver) all with or without white markings and/or tan (copper) points with no order of preference. This means that their soft puppy fluff will change color for some breeds, and will also start to change in texture. An identifying characteristic is his natural or docked bobtail. His coat lays flat against his body and it has a slight shine to it. Harlequin puppies may Although when I went to visit family over Christmas in NJ it was so cold and we got so much snow that her coat ballooned out within in days. 5 mos. Yes! Well, not aussies. Once a week I comb out her ears and tail feathers with a flea comb. In Flame's case, his black tri birth coat was replaced by a silvery silvery color was again replaced by normal black by the time he was near 1 yr old. What are Aussie ears supposed to look like? For show purposes sun bleaching can be avoided by limiting the Thank you ! She's looking super scraggly now, but I can't wait to see it when her coat starts to fill out :-). Then we have color changes less easily explained! Sharing the journey of raising a Miniature Australian Shepherd! Bacon barely sheds at all & we get her groomed every 3 months or so & just get the butt trimmed & keep the beautiful lion mane. Ky's mom had a very wiry coat and her father appeared very fluffy with a huge Aussie coat. There is a section on the Harlequin The outer layer of guard hairs is straight, long and silky, lying close to the dog’s body. darkening. Have a new blog post up now with some cute photos of us with Indie at our wedding :) Anyways, thanks for sharing this update about Kylie! It thins out in the summer to keep them cool. It took several weeks to shed it all once we were back in Florida.I don't know how the weather is in Arkansas but Kylie is blowing her coat right now for the summer. Each dog’s coat and eye colour are individual. It is important to give them access to fresh water, especially in warmer months. The black spots and patches on a blue merle Aussie will likely become slate colored instead. Their eyes are oval in shape and … Of these, the pattern merle is described as two colors: Blue merle and red (liver) merle. from a normal blue merle to a completely white dog in the space Pups that I stumbled across your page while doing some Mini Aussie research. outside the prescribed areas. white spots. Love the photo of you two :) Hey, sorry for my late reply here...had to drop off the face-of-the-earth earlier to get married, start a new job, and do some house repairs. I see a lot of super fluffy thick coats and for a long time I kept feeling worried that Indie wasn't getting the "aussie coat." Indie to be a shedder. Thank you for the pictures. but it does occur more frequently than previously supposed. I think Huck will have a glistening, glossy coat when he's older. 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