Unforgettable Aussies Volume II: Australian Shepherd Dogs Who Left Pawprints on Our Hearts

Unforgettable Aussies celebrates the exceptional dogs who helped define the Australian Shepherd breed. Volume II features outstanding sires and dams born between 1984 and 2000, along with their current-day descendants. Over 600 Aussies are pictured--each with a detailed profile including titles, special show wins, sire and dam, and name of the owner. Also included are pedigrees to help you research your dog's family tree, and personal stories about Aussies who touched their owners' hearts. Never before have Aussie breeders and owners had access to this rich history and priceless information in one resource. Every page shows why Aussies are truly unforgettable.

"Ms. McDermid has once again given us an Australian Shepherd experience l will cherish. Volume II features dogs that are in many of our pedigrees today. Ms. McDermid's research will help today's breeder immensely in carefully planning future litters. This book is a must-read for all Australian Shepherd enthusiasts "

- Flo McDaniel, McMatt Aussies

"An invaluable resource. While we've all grown spoiled by the instant access of the internet, there is something incredibly fulfilling about holding a good book. This one traces some of the most memorable dogs of the past, dogs who have had a direct impact on the breed as we know it today. Unforgettable Aussies belongs in every breeder's bookshelf. I will always have a copy at hand."

- Kate Johnson, Rainyday Aussies

Author: Paula J. McDermid
Publisher: Bainbridge Press
Published: 10/24/2017
Pages: 236
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.95lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.64d
ISBN: 9780997553420

About the Author
McDermid, Paula J.: - About Paula McDermid Ms. McDermid acquired her first Australian Shepherds in 1980 and has been devoted to the breed since that time. Under the kennel name Bainbridge, she produced many champions, obedience, herding, and agility titled dogs. Among those beautiful and talented Aussies were two superstars: CH Steal The Show of Bainbridge, Best of Breed winner at the 1986 Australian Shepherd Club of America National Specialty. MACH4 U-ACHX NATCH4 ATCH-SP ADCH C-ATCH U-CH Chukker's Brumby Bainbridge AKC ASCA CD STDc ATDsd HSAsd TN-O WV-N TG-N JHD-S NF RN CGC Most Versatile Aussie at the 2004 United States Australian Shepherd Association National Specialty. Ms. McDermid's success as a breeder earned Bainbridge Aussies the Hall of Fame designation from the Australian Shepherd Club of America (ASCA). Ms. McDermid served for nine years on the Board of Directors of the United States Australian Shepherd Association (USASA). Her positions included Vice President, Director, Newsletter Editor, and Chairperson of the Health and Genetics Committee (H&G). Her greatest achievement as H&G Chairperson was the advancement of genetic health testing of Australian Shepherds. In 2007 she spearheaded the establishment of the first Aussie epilepsy research program. From 2007-2011, Ms. McDermid directed the expansion of genetic health testing at the USASA National Specialty, establishing it as an annual event. Ms. McDermid began judging Australian Shepherds in 1986 at ASCA specialty shows and is a Senior Breeder Judge. In 1995, she became the second Australian Shepherd Breeder-Judge to be approved by the American Kennel Club. She judges AKC and ASCA shows across the United States, and FCI Australian Shepherd specialty shows in Europe.

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