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Your Australian Shepherd is a ball of energy that never seems to tire. It\u2019s been that way for months, and sometimes you wonder if it will ever stop. Will there come a point in your Aussie\u2019s life when they relax a little? If so, when?<\/p>\n

Most Australian Shepherds<\/a> should begin calming down at two years of age. At this point, they\u2019re considered mature dogs who can better regulate their energy. That said, not all Aussies will tone it down at this age. It may take them reaching seniority for their energy to drop off.<\/strong><\/p>\n

If your Aussie puppy is a few months old and you don\u2019t want to wait for years, then you\u2019re not going to want to miss this article. In it, we\u2019ll share tips and suggestions for tiring out your dog. That way your Aussie can give you a few hours of peace and quiet each day. Keep reading!<\/p>\n

Why Is My Aussie So Full of Energy?<\/h2>\n

It seems like your Australian Shepherd goes 24\/7. They\u2019re up before the sun, waiting for you to get out of bed. They follow you like your furry shadow all morning before you leave for work. Then, the moment you get home, they want to play and go for a walk. This carries on until you go to bed.<\/p>\n

Do you sip your morning cup of coffee and watch your Aussie run circles around themselves? Don’t you wish you could have even a bit of their energy? Where does it come from? Here are a few reasons your Australian Shepherd can keep going and going and going.<\/p>\n

Australian Shepherd Characteristics<\/h2>\n

Some dogs are more reserved, quiet, and don\u2019t care much for running around in a park or fetching a ball or a stick. The Australian Shepherd is the exact opposite. Their energetic nature is what the Aussie breed is most known for.<\/p>\n

It doesn\u2019t matter if this is your first Aussie or your fifth they are Action Jackson. For the most part, always packed to the gills with excitement, curiosity, and energy. Rambunctious is an understatement, but that’s why we love them.<\/p>\n

Extended Period of Puppyhood in Australian Shepherds<\/h3>\n

Puppyhood is often the cutest period for some dogs, but it\u2019s a short time that\u2019s usually only 18 months. Yet some dog breeds will stay suspended in a state of puppyhood for longer. The Australian Shepherd is among them.<\/p>\n

What does this mean for you? That you\u2019ll have a more energetic and playful dog. Puppies are usually inquisitive and tireless, which explains your Aussie\u2019s temperament.<\/p>\n

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Aussie Ancestry<\/h2>\n

We\u2019ve talked about the history of the Australian Shepherd before on this blog. If you missed that, here\u2019s a quick recap.<\/p>\n

In the 19th century, ranchers bred Australian Shepherds across the United States. There, they would herd smaller animals and otherwise keep very busy.<\/p>\n

Even though the 19th century was a long time ago, your Aussie can\u2019t deny its ancestry. It\u2019s in their genes to need tasks to keep them occupied. If you don\u2019t give that to them, then they\u2019re going to have to spend their energy somewhere.<\/p>\n

Does any of this sound familiar?<\/p>\n