Feather K Aussies

08/20/2020

Our St Patrick's litter! All have gone to their forever homes now😊. .

05/03/2020

Here is a video showing how puppies in a pack discipline each other.

The second video is Lily playing with one of her brothers. Her brother started being dominating to the point that Lily finds it "rude" and isn't enjoying the game anymore. You'll see her disengage from her brother and walk off from him. Puppies learn boundaries in playing when one of their littermates "shuns" them when the playing gets too rough. (Puppies don't like being "shunned"). If your puppy is playing in a manner that is obnoxious, try this technique by turning away from them and "shunning" them. Completely ignore them and then reengage in the game and repeat if the obnoxious behavior continues. Again, puppies at 8 weeks have learned the word "no".

The Sire of the litter, Yaeger, plays with his puppies some but he also gets grouchy with them on occasion. If they cross boundaries with him, such as interrupting him when he's busy with a chewy, he will give them a gruff low bark or gently snap at them. The puppies respond by looking contrite an walking back from him. This teaches the puppies respect in the pack. While a human yelling at a puppy at a young age will be detrimental and make them afraid, (a firm "no" or the techniques above are more effective and better for puppy development) if you have an older dog who snaps at or fusses at your puppy, do not intervene or scold your older dog unless you fear that they will try to hurt the puppy or if the older dog's scolding of the puppy goes on for more than a few seconds. Otherwise it is appropriate for an older dog in the "pack" to signal to a puppy if they are crossing boundaries.

05/03/2020

Here are some videos showing good discipline techniques. Obedience trainers taught me that disciplining a puppy can be effectuated by mimicking the same techniques used by the Dam, the Sire, and the puppies themselves in their pack.

This first video shows Cinder playing with and disciplining Lily. Cinder has weaned her puppies and you will see Lily trying to sneak in a suckle while she's playing with her mom. In response, Cinder pulls away and then gently puts her mouth over Lily's muzzle and holds it to make the point that she doesn't like what Lily was doing with her mouth. (She will do the same if a puppy is biting too hard.). Cinder then continues engaging with Lily in a loving manner. If you have a puppy that is biting on you in an obnoxious manner, try the technique of gently holding their muzzle closed and then releasing like their mothers do and repeating this until the behavior stops. The puppies at this age (approximately 8 weeks), also understand the word "no". While using this technique, try correcting with just the word "no" or "no bite", but not with long sentences.

04/26/2020

Beautiful morning outside today with the little bundles of joy 😊

04/25/2020

Aussies are so talented in many areas and it is great fun to observe their intellect and instincts taking over when taking them to classes or just spending time in your backyard or the park! They love to learn and be challenged. We enjoyed taking ours to the Zoom Room in Trophy Club for obedience training, agility courses, even scent training! It is also common to find nearby farms where herding sessions are conducted. Even if you do not plan to use your Aussie as a working dog, watching their herding instincts in action is amazing! One of the photos below shows me and Yaeger doing "urban herding" classes at the Zoom Room (also known as "Treiball"), where dogs learn to push yoga balls into a "corral" simulating animal herding. Aussies also love water and swimming ☺️

04/24/2020

Aussie puppies are 6 weeks old today! ☺️

04/22/2020

Crate training, if used appropriately, is a great tool for house training a new puppy while appealing to their instinct as den animals. Read more about crate training at this link! ☺️ https://www.humanesociety.org/resources/crate-training-101

“Private room with a view. Ideal for traveling dogs or for those who just want a secure, quiet place to hang out at home.” That’s how your dog might describe his crate. It’s his own personal den where he can find comfort and solitude while you know he’s safe and secure—and not shredding ...

04/21/2020

Morning play time 😊

04/20/2020

Australian Shepherds are extremely intelligent. Our male taught himself to open all the doors in the house LOL

04/19/2020

Our Aussie male is 4 years old this year and weighs just under 70 pounds. He is extremely intelligent, a natural at herding and gentle but appropriately protective. Yaeger is AKC and CKC registered.

04/19/2020

Cinder is our female Aussie girl. She's about 3 years old now and weighs 57 pounds when she's not pregnant. She has a fun-loving and protective temperament, is very sweet and affectionate and smart. Cinder is CKC registered.

04/18/2020

The puppies got their first baths today and were so good! Now they are all fluffy and snuggled up for a nap after an exciting afternoon ☺️

04/17/2020

Litter born March 12, 2020 are 5 weeks old!

03/26/2020

2 weeks old today, eyes just starting to open!

03/20/2020

7 little boys 1 week old ☺️

03/20/2020

3 little girls at 1 week old ☺️

03/16/2020

Litter of 10 born March 12, 2020 ☺️ 7 boys, 3 girls (1 reserved), will be CKC registered

03/14/2020

10 Aussie puppies born March 12, 2020!

02/29/2020

Australian Shepherds are high-energy, extremely intelligent dogs who were originally bred to be herding dogs. Learn more about how to care for an Australian Shepherd puppy here! https://www.australian-shepherd-lovers.com/new-puppy-care.html

New puppy care tips to help you with the first few months with your new puppy. This guide to caring for your Australian Shepherd puppy was created by an Aussie breeder to help new owners get started.

02/29/2020

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02/29/2020

Is an Australian Shepherd the right breed for you and your family? Read more about the breed at the CKC link below! https://ckcusa.com/breeds/australian-shepherd/

Learn all about your favorite dog breed! Continental Kennel Club recognizes and publishes CKC Breed Standards for hundreds of dog breeds.

02/29/2020

An Australian Shepherd lives an average of 13-15 years. Please be certain that you are ready to be as committed to your sweet pet as they will be to you 💞

02/23/2020

Best friends

02/23/2020

Cinder is our female Aussie girl. She's about 3 years old now and weighs 57 pounds when she's not pregnant. She has a fun-loving and protective temperament, is very sweet and affectionate and smart. Cinder is CKC registered.