Courageous
Intelligent
Protective
Gentle
Loving
Affectionate
Loyal

Active
Loving
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Obedient
Fearless
Good-natured
Spirited

King Shepherds are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Confetti Australian Shepherds are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Choose a King 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.

Avoid Confetti Australian Shepherds as watchdogs - they're not effective.

German Shepherd, Shiloh Shepherd, Malamute, Pyrenees

Australian Shepherd, Miniature Schnauzer

American Rare Breed Association
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

1990s

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Fawn
Red
Black
Brown
Sable

Black
Red
Gray
Silver

Straight

Wiry

A King Shepherd can have a litter of 10-13 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.

A Confetti Australian Shepherd can have a litter of 6-9 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.

King Shepherds have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

Confetti Australian Shepherds are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

King Shepherds are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

While the Confetti Australian Shepherd breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Canine Hip Dysplasia
Bloat
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat

Hip Dysplasia
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Hypothyroidism
Degenerative Myelopathy
Joint Dysplasia

Elbow Dysplasia
Atopic Dermatitis
Cushing's Disease

Eye Examinations
Full Physical Examination
Blood Tests and Analysis
X-rays of various parts of the skeletal system
Allergy Testing

Blood Test
Physical Examination
Cutaneous cytology
Radiographs
Urinalysis
Joint Fluid Sample
ACTH Stimulation Test
Intradermal Injection Test

King Shepherds require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Confetti Australian Shepherds need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

King Shepherds sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

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

King Shepherd dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Confetti Australian Shepherds are typically quiet and only bark when needed, such as to alert their owner or when in distress.

Fetch, Eating Snacks, Walk, Go to Park, Walking, Cuddling, Car rides, Go hiking, Cuddles, Dog beach, Dog Parks, Hiking

Dog Parks, Hike, Kayaking

King Shepherds 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.

Confetti 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 King Shepherd, it's at least 14 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 Confetti Australian Shepherd, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most King Shepherds usually need at least 60 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 Confetti Australian Shepherds usually need at least 80 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The King Shepherd has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Confetti Australian Shepherds 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.

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

Confetti 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

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

For an average 90-150 pound (41 - 68 kg) King Shepherd feed 4 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 15-30 pound (7 - 14 kg) Confetti Australian Shepherd feed 3 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 King Shepherd is somewhere $3.90 - $4.20 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a King Shepherd is between $112 - $126. This makes an average of $1344 - $1512 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 a Confetti 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.

King Shepherds are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Confetti 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.

The King Shepherd is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

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

King Shepherds are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Confetti Australian Shepherds make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

King Shepherds are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

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

King Shepherds are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

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

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

Confetti Australian Shepherds are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

King Shepherds have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Confetti Australian Shepherds are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

King Shepherds can be difficult to train and require consistent and patient training.

The Confetti 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.