Why is the tail of the Australian Shepherd docked or bobbed?
Since this dog is a herding dog, he is constantly in the brush, ditches, going through weeds, and so on. A long tail would only become a hindrance to the dog’s herding job by collecting burrs. At that point, the burrs can dig into the skin, causing irritation and possible infection. By docking or bobbing the tail, this problem is eliminated, making the dog more agile.
