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ladies and Gentlemen let's gather around
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and have a little chat about a breed
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that's as popular as it is problematic
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the Australian Shepherd now before you
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start thinking I'm here to throw shade
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on these beautiful dogs let me clarify I
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love dogs but if you're considering
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bringing an Aussie into your home I'm
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here to give you 12 reasons why you
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might want to think twice so grab a seat
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and let's dive into this furry Fiasco
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one energy overload first off let's talk
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Australian shepherds are like the
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Energizer Bunny on a caffeine beninge
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these dogs have more energy than a
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toddler who just discovered sugar if you
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think you're getting a calm companion
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think again you're adopting a furry
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tornado that will turn your living room
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into a racetrack if you don't have time
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for daily runs and play sessions you
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might as well invest in a good set of
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earplugs because your house will become
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a circus two barking alerts now let's
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discuss barking Aussies are known for
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their vocal nature they'll bark at
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anything that moves squirrels leaves the
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mailman and probably even at their own
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shadow if you value your peace and quiet
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get ready for some serious noise
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pollution in your home you'll be wishing
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for a mute button faster than you can
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say Aussie three separation anxiety
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let's not forget about separation
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anxiety these dogs are like that clingy
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friend who can't stand to be alone for 5
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minutes leave them alone for even a
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short while and you'll come home to find
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your house looking like it survived an
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earthquake they'll chew through
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furniture and leave their mark on
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everything they can reach if you want to
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come home to chaos every day then by all
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means adopt one for stubbornness
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training hauh good luck with that
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Australian shepherds are intelligent but
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also incredibly stubborn they'll look at
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you as if to say you want me to do what
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training one of these dogs is like
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trying to convince a cat to take a bath
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frustrating and utterly pointless if
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you're not prepared to put in the effort
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expect to be out smarted by a dog that
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weighs less than your average bag of
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flour five health concerns now let's
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discuss health issues while Aussies are
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generally healthy dogs they can suffer
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from various problems like hip dysplasia
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and eye issues this means not only do
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you need to keep an eye on their food
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intake but you'll also need to schedule
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regular vet visits that can make your
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wallet cry Lou louder than your dog when
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they see the vet six grooming needs and
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speaking of upkeep don't forget grooming
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these pups have medium length fur that
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sheds like it's auditioning for a roll
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into great Shed off you might think
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they're low maintenance because their
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hair isn't long but if you wear black
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clothes forget it you'll be plucking
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little hairs off everything like it's
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some sort of bizarre game seven
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socialization requirements Aussies need
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extensive socialization from an early
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age if not properly introduced to new
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people and situations they can become
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timid or overly protective basically
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turning into furry little guards who
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bark at anything unfamiliar you might
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find yourself apologizing more than once
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for your dogs overzealous greetings
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eight not ideal for firsttime owners if
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you're a first-time dog owner this breed
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is not for you they require an
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experienced Handler who knows how to
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manage their quirks and stubbornness if
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you think owning one will be like having
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a cute little pet rock that listens to
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everything you say think again nine
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limited adaptability these pups are not
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great at adapting to new environments or
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situations move into an apartment good
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luck they thrive in homes where they can
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run freely and we'll make sure everyone
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knows when they feel confined or
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stressed 10 high maintenance let's face
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it owning an Aussie is like having
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another child one that never grows up
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they require constant attention and
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affection if they feel neglected for
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even a moment prepare for some serious
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guilt trips in the form of sad puppy
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eyes 11 hurting instincts Aussies were
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bred as hurting dogs which means they
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have strong instincts to chase after
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anything that moves squirrels birds or
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even your neighbor's cat if you have
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small pets or live near Wildlife good
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luck keeping them safe because your
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Aussie will be off chasing whatever
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catches its eye 12 lifelong commitment
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finally let's talk about commitment
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owning an Australian Shepherd is not
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just about cuddles and playtime it's
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about making a long-term commitment that
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can last up to 15 years are you ready
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for that kind of responsibility because
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once they're in your life there's no
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turning back in conclusion while
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Australian shepherds may seem adorable
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and Charming on the surface owning one
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is no walk in the park unless you're
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ready for an energetic companion who
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barks at everything under the sun and
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requires more attention than most
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relationships it might be best to admire
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these little creatures from afar rather
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than bringing one home thank you
