Posted: 11/28/2008 12:23:13 PM EDT
Anyone else around here have one? Here's our rescued girl, Sophie.
We think she's about 10, has the worst teeth I've ever seen on a dog and is pretty skittish, but very sweet. |
Don't feel bad, there don't seem to be any other Australian shepherd owners in this place either.  Beardies are a cool breed, vocal and are usually very friendly and outgoing. If you get a chance to put your beardie on stock with a trainer, you may be pleasantly surprised at what a confidence builder it turns out to be. I have photographed this fellow on one of my judging assignments in Washington State:   |
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My parents have a male Bearded Collie with the same color pattern as your photo. Very smart dogs and an instinct to herd. She does herd our yorkie, but I am pretty sure that she'd be herded by the sheep to come her way. She's a big scaredy cat. Does your parents' Beardie "bump" to get your attention? |
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The best thing you can do for an insecure dog is to allow them to participate in activities where they can succeed and build confidence, so I would strongly encourage you to enroll her in agility, obedience or even herding classes. You may be amazed at the changes in her confidence levels after a year or so. |