Australian Shepherd

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Across
  1. 9. A skill they excel at, thanks to their sharp minds
  2. 10. They have loads of this, so grab your sneakers!
  3. 11. A competitive sport where they zoom through obstacles
  4. 12. Their mesmerizing eye color often steals hearts
  5. 13. The type of coat they sport, great for winter!
  6. 15. Their natural job, chasing sheep or cattle
  7. 17. A favorite activity for their athletic nature
  8. 19. They gained popularity working ranches in this U.S. region
  9. 20. A common color combination for this herding star
Down
  1. 1. Some are born with this distinctive tail feature
  2. 2. Part of their name, but they aren’t from Down Under!
  3. 3. They nip at livestock’s heels, earning this nickname
  4. 4. Their tails are often this way for traditional purposes
  5. 5. Their happy place, full of animals to herd
  6. 6. These pups are devoted to their humans
  7. 7. Nickname for how closely they stick to their owners
  8. 8. A unique and popular coat pattern for this breed
  9. 14. These can be blue, brown, or even one of each!
  10. 16. A setting where they shine herding cattle
  11. 18. These dogs are brainy and quick to learn tricks