Australian Shepherd Breaks Down What It’s Really Like When a Dog ‘Gets a Human'
Bringing home a new pet is an exciting time for people, and something that takes a little getting used to. But it also takes our new pet some time to adjust, and Sundays for Dogs shared a video on Wednesday, July 10th of what they might not be ready for when they get a new human.
The Australian Shepherd in the video clearly loves their human, although they want to warn other dogs about what to expect. They explain that humans are needy, use their dogs as stand-in therapists, and tend to gaslight. There are red flags when it comes to getting a human, and they want to make sure other dogs know it!
I think that the Australian Shepherd was spot on with its assessment of humans! Sundays for Dogs had the perfect caption for the video, too. "10/10 dogs agree - humans are overrated!" As a new dog owner myself, I tend to think that my dog would probably agree with all of these things...especially the last one about food!
Fun Facts About Australian Shepherds
My parents have an Australian Shepherd, and if I had to describe him, I'd say that he's an adorable bundle of energy that never stops! The Australian Shepherd, often nicknamed Aussie, is one of the most popular breeds in the United States according to the American Kennel Club. They are known for their high energy levels and intelligence, which make them easily trainable. They are fun and will play fetch until they drop. I visited my parents recently and I was ready to stop long before their pup was!
Aussies are entertaining dogs with big personalities and are known to be hardworking. They also make great assistance dogs. If you're a very active family who loves to stay busy, an Aussie might make the perfect addition to your family.
Don't let the name deceive you - Aussies didn't originate in Australia! The AKC explains that they, "probably came from the Basque region of Spain. Basque shepherds first took their dogs with them to Australia and then to the United States, so Americans called the dogs Australian Shepherds. The breed, as we know it today, was developed solely in the United States."
These dogs became popular after working at rodeos as herders of bulls and horses. They are one of the most popular herding breeds around and they're great at their jobs. At rodeos they often pull double duty; not only do they herd the bulls, but they also performed tricks to entertain the crowd. If you've ever been to a rodeo, you've probably seen them do their thing.
Another cool thing about them is their eyes...it's usually the first thing that people notice. Aussies are one of just a few breeds that commonly have two different colored eyes, called heterochromia. Some Aussies can even display more than one color within the same eye! Many people choose this breed solely because of their eyes.
Before bringing home any new pet, make sure to research the breed to learn the pros and cons that the dog brings with it. For instance, Aussies tend to shed a lot. In fact, The AKC even joked about it, "Some owners will claim that their Aussie only sheds twice a year…for six months at a time." If you bring home an Aussie, you'll need to brush them at least once a day, and vacuum just as often. For me, that would check this breed off of my list as a pet.
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