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Australian Shepherds are a beautiful breed with merle coats, high energy, and and an obsession with being close to their families. These dogs are wonderful family companions, but be prepared to keep them active and occupied to avoid having a sad, destructive Aussie. Full-grown, they typically weigh 40-65 pounds and stand 18-23 inches tall.

Australian Shepherds are generally excellent with children of all ages. Australian Shepherds are great companion for kids and other pets, especially if they’re socialized as puppies. These dogs can be happy in warm or cool climates, but they need plenty of space to run and play and should have their primary living space indoors. They're moderate barkers — they'll alert you when something's up but aren't excessive.

Aussies need a lot of high-energy activities and mental stimulation to keep them happy. They’re the perfect exercise buddies, especially for families that like being outdoors. Take your Australian Shepherd for a run, hike, or a long play session in a big backyard to keep their hearts soaring and their minds sharp. Overall, their exercise needs are very high.

The Australian Shepherd has a dense undercoat and outer coat with medium to long hair that’s straight or slightly wavy. Aussies’ fur is short and soft on their head and legs, with a thick mane around the neck. These dogs can be black, red, red merle (dark patches on a light background), or blue merle, and some may have white markings or tan points too. Grooming-wise, this breed is low-maintenance.

Australian Shepherds are best suited for a home with a yard, though they can adapt to apartment life with enough exercise. These dogs can be happy in warm or cool climates, but they need plenty of space to run and play and should have their primary living space indoors. They are highly trainable and eager to learn.

The American Mastiff is a large dog breed that is a cross between an English Mastiff and an Anatolian Mastiff. This breed is known for its gentle and protective nature, making it a great choice for families with children. Full-grown, they typically weigh 120-200 pounds and stand 28-36 inches tall.

American Mastiffs are generally good with kids, especially when raised together. The American Mastiff adapts well to a variety of living situations, including apartment living, as long as they have regular access to exercise and playtime and room to house them. They're moderate barkers — they'll alert you when something's up but aren't excessive.

American Mastiffs are relatively low-energy dogs and do not require a lot of exercise. However, they do benefit from daily walks and playtime to maintain their physical and mental health. Overall, their exercise needs are high.

They have a short, dense coat that comes in a variety of colors, including fawn, brindle, and apricot. American Mastiffs require regular brushing to keep their coat healthy and clean. Grooming-wise, this breed is moderate.

American Mastiffs are best suited for a rural property or home with a large yard. The American Mastiff adapts well to a variety of living situations, including apartment living, as long as they have regular access to exercise and playtime and room to house them. They are can be stubborn and challenging to train.