> do you call them Australian Shepherds in Australia?

Flatlander - though I'm sure there's a good explanation how they got their name, we simply don't have them in Australia!!

"Truly" Australian dogs are the Australian Cattle Dog and the Sydney Silkie Terrier. ACD's come in both "blue" and red colours, more commonly known as Blue (or Red) Heelers - watch them with a mob of cattle and you'll know why. This trait has enabled the breed to lend their name to our police force - and is the title of a long running (heavily watched) TV cop show / soapie. I'm proud to say I've not seen one episode!

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