Playful
Funny
Loving
Dignified
Protective
Intelligent
Friendly
Docile
Gentle
Sociable
Adaptable
Bubbly
Polite
Still

Active
Curious
Loving
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Affectionate
Obedient
Loyal
Good-natured
Watchful

Choose an Old Deerhound Sheepdog if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

German Australian Shepherds are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Old English Sheepdog, Scottish Deerhound

German Shepherd, Australian Shepherd

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ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

2000's

Unknown

Brown
Amber

Blue
Brown

Black

Black

Gray
White
Blue
Black

White
Sable
Gray
Silver
Red
Blue
Cream
Black

Old Deerhound Sheepdogs are known for their coat length.

German Australian Shepherds have medium-length coats.

An Old Deerhound Sheepdog can have a litter of 5-8 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A German Australian Shepherd can have a litter of 6-10 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Old Deerhound Sheepdogs are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

German Australian Shepherds are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Hip Dysplasia
Gastric Dilation Volvulus
Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM)

Hip Dysplasia
Hemophilia
Eye Disease and Disorders

Entropion
Deafness
Demodicosis
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts
Retinal Dysplasia
Cerebellar Abiotrophy
Diabetes
Microphthalmia
Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia
Thrombocytopenia
Cervical Vertebral Instability
Cryptorchidism
Immune Mediated Haemolytic Anaemia (IMHA)
Osteochondrodysplasia

Deafness
Degenerative Myelopathy
Renal Cystadenocarcinoma and Nodular Dermatofibrosis
Idiopathic Epilepsy

Dna For Pra
Eye examination
Blood Work
Hearing Tests
Complete Physical Examination
MRI scan of the spinal cord and brain
Heart Testing

Physical Examination
X-ray imaging
Eye Examinations
Brain Auditory Evoked Response (BAER)

Old Deerhound Sheepdog has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

German Australian Shepherd has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Old Deerhound Sheepdogs require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

German Australian Shepherds need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Old Deerhound Sheepdogs sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

German Australian Shepherds are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Old Deerhound Sheepdog dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

German Australian Shepherds are typically quiet and only bark when needed, such as to alert their owner or when in distress.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Old Deerhound Sheepdog, it's at least 16 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For German Australian Shepherd, it's at least 14 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Old Deerhound Sheepdogs usually need at least 180 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most German Australian Shepherds usually need at least 120 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Old Deerhound Sheepdogs require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

The German Australian Shepherd requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Ideally, Old Deerhound Sheepdog should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

German Australian Shepherd should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Pin Brush
Dematter
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

The average cost of an Old Deerhound Sheepdog is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average cost of a German Australian Shepherd is somewhere $1.70 - $2.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of an Old Deerhound Sheepdog is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a German Australian Shepherd is between $48 - $73. This makes an average of $576 - $876 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Old Deerhound Sheepdog has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

German Australian Shepherd is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

The Old Deerhound Sheepdog is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

German Australian Shepherds are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Old Deerhound Sheepdogs are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

German Australian Shepherds are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Old Deerhound Sheepdogs are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

German Australian Shepherds are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Old Deerhound Sheepdogs are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

The German Australian Shepherd is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.