I adopted a young pup from a shelter (they said he was about four months) and they told me he was an Australian Shepherd. I have my doubts that he is purebred because his coat is pretty short. He definitely has the right markings (blue merle, one of his eyes is bicolored). Is it likely that he is not purebred? I love him one way or the other.

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Since you got him from a shelter it likely that he is not purebred. But the aussie traits may still dominate. We have an Aussie/McNabb cross and he has turned out to be the best dog we have ever owned. He is short coated blue merle too. Very obedient, good with our kids, protective of our property and has been quick to learn. Good luck with your boy!

we just got a purebred from a breeder and she has short hair, but I noticed the others in the litter had longer hair.