Australian Shepherds: Everything About Purchase, Care, Nutrition, Behavior, and Training

Barron's Dog Bibles

by D. Caroline Coile

A relative newcomer to AKC-recognized breeds, this hardy canine began existence as a work dog in the Australian Outback. This volume is filled with handsome, full-color photos, instructive line art, and easy-to-read tables and charts. It provides information on all aspects of pet care for new and prospective pet owners.

Genres: Nonfiction, Reference, Dogs

111 pages, Paperback

First published April 1, 1999

About the author

D. Caroline Coile, Ph.D., is an award-winning writer who has been showing dogs for more than a quarter of a century.

Reviews

[Kelly Greenwood · Rating 3 out of 5]

Reading inspired by our mini Aussie puppy names Oreo.

[M · Rating 4 out of 5]

I read this book to get a better understanding about my sister's dog, Sydney. The dog is a rescue dog and they believe that she is part Australian Shepherd. She does exhibit some of the herding traits, especially with my sister's other dog, a papillon. This book provided great information about the breed. Passing it along to my sister to add to her library.

[Chris funderburg · Rating 3 out of 5]

A fun read and informative, but light on training.

There was less info than I anticipated for the price. There was a lot of good information about get care, first aid, and Aussie specific issues. However there was no practical advice for raising an Aussie puppy. Overall a pretty good book.

[Michelle · Rating 5 out of 5]

Really informative book. Lots of color photos. Good training advise and a section on activities to do with your Aussie.

[Amber · Rating 4 out of 5]

Anything to learn more about our Eleanor.