Playful
Loving
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Lively
Going
Social
Cheerful

Active
Friendly
Intelligent
Loving
Affectionate
Good-natured
Protective

Copicas aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

Choose an Australian Shepherd if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

Corgi and Cockapoo

Basque Shepherd

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Australian Shepherd Club Of America

Unknown

1800s

Brown

Blue
Brown
Amber

Black

Black
Brown

Black
White
Fawn

Black
Red
Blue

Copicas have medium-length coats.

Australian Shepherds have longer coats compared to most dogs.

A Copica can have a litter of 4-6 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

An Australian Shepherd can have a litter of 12-15 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Intervertebral Disc Disease
Congenital Heart Defect

Cataract
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hip Dysplasia
CEA
Von Willebrand's Disease

Epilepsy

Distichiasis
Deafness
OCD
Nasal Solar Dermatitis
Patent Ductus Arteriosus

X-Rays
Physical Examination
Neurological Examination
Angiocardiogram

Eye
Hip
Blood
Hearing

Copicas are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

Australian Shepherds thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Copicas need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

Australian Shepherds need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

Copicas have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Australian Shepherds are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Copicas are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

Australian Shepherds are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Copica, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Australian Shepherd, it's at least 14 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Copicas usually need at least 40 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Australian Shepherds usually need at least 90 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Copicas require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

The Australian Shepherd requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Ideally, Copica should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Australian Shepherd should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 15-25 pound (7 - 11 kg) Copica feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 55-70 pound (25 - 32 kg) Australian Shepherd feed 2.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Copica is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of an Australian Shepherd is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Copica is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of an Australian Shepherd is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Copica is highly intelligent and very trainable.

Australian Shepherd is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

Copicas make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Australian Shepherds are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Copicas are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Australian Shepherds are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Copicas are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Australian Shepherds are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Copicas are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Australian Shepherds are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Copicas are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Australian Shepherds are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Copicas are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

The Australian Shepherd is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.