 
Photo by John Kurpas | ACD puppies are born white. It is a general rule that a blue dam and blue sire will have all blue pups. A red bred to a blue may have a mixed color litter - red and blue. There are very few documented red pups being born to parents who are both blue. Cream is not an acceptable coat color for an adult ACD. |
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~ Basic Care & Training for Puppies ~
Tips for Raising an ACD Puppy
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Anatomy & Behavior & Health in Dogs
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Socialization Early On Is Important - advice from veterinarians
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