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- AKC group
Herding
- Size
Small
- Height
25–30 cm (AKC/FCI)
- Weight
9–12 kg (FCI)
- Energy
Moderate
- Energy notes
Moderate. Both standards call the Pembroke active, with stamina in a small space.
- Trainability
High
- Coat
The coat is of medium length, with a short, thick, weather-resistant undercoat under a coarser, longer outer coat and a slightly fuller ruff around the neck, chest and shoulders.
- Origin
United Kingdom (Wales)
- Temperament
The FCI describes the Pembroke as bold in outlook and workmanlike, outgoing and friendly, never nervous or aggressive; the AKC standard asks for an outlook that is bold but kindly, never shy or vicious. The AKC calls it affectionate and companionable without being needy, and notes that Pembrokes often have a mind of their own.
- AKC group
Herding
- Size
Medium
- Height
46–58 cm (AKC/FCI)
- Weight
~18–29 kg (AKC profile)
- Energy
High
- Energy notes
High. The standards describe an active working dog with the stamina to work all day.
- Trainability
High
- Coat
The coat is of medium texture and length, straight to wavy and weather resistant, with an undercoat that varies with the climate.
- Origin
United States
- Temperament
Both standards describe an intelligent, active dog with strong herding and guarding instincts and an even disposition: good-natured, seldom quarrelsome, and a loyal companion, though it may be somewhat reserved when meeting people for the first time. The FCI adds that Australian Shepherds show an unsurpassed devotion to their families.
