Health Information and Links

http://wwwhttp://www.ashgi.org/

Australian Sheperd Health and Genetics Institute

They are a wealth of information to the new owner regarding the health and well being of aussies.

Information regarding pertinent health issues, testing resources etc.

They will take the time to personally answer your email or telephone inquires regarding your pet.

http://www.akccar.org

Your puppy will arrive to you micro-chipped if agreed upon and registered in your name, address and contact information.

This is a pre-paid enrollment and there are no future fees.

In the event your puppy is lost it can be a valuable resource in re-locating your pet.

It will be your responsibility to keep your current contact information up to date.

http://www.akc.org/

You have the option to register your puppy with AKC.

They also offer information on the breed standards, health and genetic issues.

They are available by phone or email if any concerns arise they can help to point you in the right direction.

http://www.asca.org/

You have the option to register your puppy with ASCA.

They were organized before AKC accepted the

Australian Sheperd into their registry.

If your puppy's sire and dam are double registered you can register with them as well if you desire.

Their website also offers a great deal of information on the breed as well as health and testing resources.

Training sources etc.

This is a link to Washington State College of Veterinary Medicine. They do a great deal of testing if you plan to breed your dog I hope you will be interested in testing your prospective sire or dam for genetic health issues.

They also have a great deal of information on possible adverse drug reactions due to a gene called MDR1 that you and your veterinarian will want to be aware of when your pet needs veterinary care. Drug Reactions

http://www.lasrocosa.com/

Las Rocosa Kennel in Colorado is the number 1 Hall of Fame

breeder of Australian Sheperds. Their entire family is involved in promoting, training, breeding, showing and judging.

I recommend a visit to their web-site for a wealth of knowledge with regard to the exceptional working bloodline they have worked with for many years and strive to maintain today.

My sincere thanks to Carol Hartnagle for my beautiful boy

Las Rocosa Jim Dandy

Home

http://www.vetmed.wsu.edu/ClientED/A-Z-Index.aspx

Jean Hartnagle writes about the Australian Sheperd and its heritage. She is also a member of the family who founded Las Rocosa Kennel.

Its very interesting reading with several links to more on the early heritage of this breed and owners comments as well.

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