Breed Summary

Aussiedoodles inherit intelligence from both parent breeds, and the Australian Shepherd in them means they may be happiest with a job or activity to satisfy both their exercise and mental stimulation requirements. The Australian Shepherd genes also include a herding instinct, and they may try to herd family members, especially children, by bumping and nipping. Early training can help manage such behavior. These dogs can thrive in any home environment as long as they get daily exercise (walking, swimming, active play like fetch). If that isn’t possible, a safe, fenced-in yard is ideal for running around and expending that energy. Because of their athletic ability, Aussiedoodles are often able to excel in dog sports like agility, flyball, and obedience exercises. Many successful therapy dogs are Aussiedoodles.