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The Red Merle Puppy Fell Asleep While the Scarecrow Stood Guard

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Curled in a ball on the porch boards, a red merle Australian Shepherd puppy is fast asleep, his freckled coat in swirls of copper, cream, and gray. White paws stretch toward the camera and his nose rests near the floor. Above him, a straw scarecrow with a plaid shirt and a floppy hat keeps watch, and a little jack-o'-lantern sits beside him. The little pumpkin beside the scarecrow has a friendly smile, and a lantern glows over the railing in the background.

Australian Shepherds are intelligent, energetic herding dogs with a stunning coat that can look different on every dog. They love having a job, such as learning tricks, agility, or fetch. Puppies still need lots of sleep, so a quiet place to nap between play sessions is part of good puppy care.

A sleeping puppy can be easy to overlook, so make sure the porch is a safe spot with shade or warmth as needed. Keep decorations like straw, small pumpkins, and plastic pieces out of chewing distance. If he naps outdoors, stay close, and bring him inside when the air turns chilly.

Watching over the porch is a big job for a puppy, and it looks like the scarecrow has been left in charge for the afternoon. There is no better sign of a happy puppy than a deep, open-mouthed sleep, and he is clearly very comfortable.

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