Why Australian Shepherds Need a Job: Fun Ways to Keep Your Aussie Busy in Ohio, Michigan, Kentucky, Indiana & Tennessee

Kendra
Jun 30
3 min read

I will be honest with you about adopting an Aussie, their temperament, and their level of drive/energy, because we all know some have WAY more energy than others:

Mini red tri Australian Shepherd from Sunset Hill Aussies waiting for their next task — Sitting pretty waiting for the next task!

If you don't give your Aussie a job, don't worry...they will absolutely create their own!! And chances are, you won't appreciate the what they choose😅🐶

These Aussie chosen roles can include (but are not limited to):

Household Supervisor
Chief Window Barking Officer
Hall Monitor
Toddler Herding Coordinator
Backyard Squirrel Security
Laundry Relocation Specialist
Emotional Support Shadow

And we can promise you...they will excel!

Australian Shepherds are brilliant, energetic, and hilarious little overachievers who wake up each day ready to do important things....mini and toy size included. Their drive doesn't disappear just because they now live in a house with cozy blankets and snack drawers, haha.

Why Aussies Need a Job

An Aussie with a job is happy...an Aussie without one is creative.

Australian Shepherds thrive when they use both their brain and body. A tried Aussie isn't just physically tired - they need mental work too!

Mini Blue Merle Australian Shepherd from Sunset Hill Aussies practicing leash walking control — Practicing leash control with Jill!

Without healthy outlets, boredom can turn into an array of naughty behaviors:

Selective hearing
Parkouring off furniture
Deep concern for every passing leaf
Following you into the bathroom for "team meetings"
Redecorating

But when given something productive to do? Magic!

You'll notice a more happier, calmer, focused dog who feels fulfilled - probably still dramatic, but fulfilled.

Great Jobs for Australian Shepherds

Your Aussies job doesn't need to involve a paycheck or resume update - it can simply include fun activities that challenge them!

Some favorite (owner-approved) Aussie careers can include:

Blue Merle Australian Shepherd training with SSH Aussies in Dayton, OH. — Jill providing creative training opportunities

Agility Superstar/Frisbee Athlete
Herding Student
Dock Diving Cannonball Expert
Barn Hunt Detective/Nose Work Investigator
Hiking Assistant Manager
Trick Training Valedictorian
Therapy Dog/Cuddle Consultant
Obedience Overachiever

Don't overthink the word "job" though. What matters most is giving regular outlets!

Jobs can be as simple as:

Carrying a backpack on hikes
Learning new tricks weekly
Helping pick up toys
Practicing obedience
Going on adventures
Playing scent games

Aussie Job Options - Based on Locations!

A Working Mind is a Happy Aussie

At SSH Aussies, we love helping families see what makes this breed so special! When you meet your Aussie's need for activity and purpose, you unlock the very best version of them. It is so fun to see the personality of your mini and toy Australian Shepherd unfold!!

Looking for the perfect Aussie companion? Check out our Sunset Hill Puppy Quiz to find out the best temperament for your lifestyle and home!

Why Aussies Need a Job

Great Jobs for Australian Shepherds

Aussie Job Options - Based on Locations!

Ohio Ideas

Michigan Ideas

Kentucky Ideas

Indiana Ideas

Tennessee Ideas

A Working Mind is a Happy Aussie