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The Australian Shepherd Health and Genetics Institute, Inc. does not condone the deliberate production of homozygous ("double") merles or dogs with other health and structure defects to give or sell to the public. However, we recognize that there will always be such dogs and the people who care for them need information and resources so they can properly care for their dogs.

Fact Sheets on White Coat Color & Homozygous Merles in the Australian Shepherd:

Aussie Genetics Fact Sheet: What's Wrong With White Aussies?


Articles on White Coat Color & Homozygous Merles in the Australian Shepherd:

White Fright


Related Web Links:

DDEAF - Deaf Dog Education Action Fund
Lisa McDonald's A Field Guide to Coloration of Australian Shepherds
An Introduction to White Aussies