Australian Shepherd

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Australian Shepherd

A distinctive face

Australian Shepherd

Australian shepherd.

(top right)An Australian shephard maneuvers a flock of sheep

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Also Known As	blue heeler • California Shepherd • Bob-Tail • New Mexican Shepherd • Aussie • Australian Shepherd dog • Pastor Dog • Spanish Shepherd

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Australian Shepherd

A distinctive face

Australian Shepherd

Australian shepherd.

(top right)An Australian shephard maneuvers a flock of sheep

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