Australian Shepherd

Head Information

Australian Shepherd

Head Type : Wedge Shaped Skull Type : Mesaticephalic Top of Skull Type : Domed
Head Plane : Parallel Skull to Muzzle Ratio : 1 : 1 Bite : Scissors
Ear Type : Drop Ear Set : High Drop Ear Faults : Set too low; Set too high
Eye Type : Almond Eye Placement : Set normal Eye Color : Brown
Eye Faults : Yellow Eyes; Set Too Deep
Australian ShepherdBreed Information

Profile Information

Australian Shepherd

Body Type : Rectangular Coat Type : Medium Long Front Type : Normal Gothic Window
Forechest : Yes Forehand Type : Normal Chest Type : Oval
Topline Type : Level Tuck Up Type : Moderate Backhand Type : Normal
Rear Type : Normal Gothic Window Foot Type : Oval Tail Type : Docked
Tail Set : Normal Tail Carriage : Horizontal

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