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Jake, an Australian Shepherd, waits in the back of a side-by-side
ATV for his owner, Betty Williams, to take him to work. Jake and
Betty work together to move cattle and sheep on the Williams'
ranch south of Lewistown, Mont.
Australian Shepherd Jake turns a
challenging cow back to the herd
using sharp barks and nips.
the nation. Most recently, Betty returned from the
National Stockdog Finals trial in Texas, where her 6-year-
old Australian Shepherd, Jake, placed in the top 10 in all
three contests.
The trials are fun, but Betty says her Australian
Shepherds really excel on the ranch.
"We breed Australian Shepherds primarily to work
cattle," she says.
Dog Name: Jake
Dog Breed: Australian Shepherd
Owned by: Betty Williams
Where: Lewistown, Montana
About the Breed
Role on the Ranch: Herding
Country of Origin: western United States
Temperament: Highly Energetic, Reserved
Loyal Potential Health Concerns: Epilepsy,
Double Merle (Blindness)
Average Weight: 20-45 lbs
Life Expectancy: 13-15 years
