Last Updated: 07/05/2025
Looking for the best food for your Aussie Shepherd? See our vets selection of premium foods to suit your dogs needs.
Author: Dr Maree Monaghan BVSc (Hons)
Reading Time: 19 minutes - medium read
Despite their name, the Australian Shepherd was originally developed by ranchers in the USA who needed a tough, versatile working dog to help handle sheep, cattle and other livestock. Australian Shepherds are a highly active breed that need premium quality nutrition to meet their energy and protein needs, support their bones and joints and keep their glorious coat in tip top condition
Four reasons why it's important to choose the right dog food for Aussie Shepherds are:
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Our Pet Circle Vet Squad comprises 30 vets with over 120 years of collective, independent veterinary expertise. Our Vet team uses their health and husbandry knowledge, along with their own personal and clinical experiences to evaluate each product and provide detailed, informative reviews, free of any commercial bias. We then collate this information into our 'best of' recommendations.
Black Hawk is manufactured in Parkes, New South Wales using fresh local ingredients that each have a specific purpose. It comes in a variety of sizes to suit your individual needs with an easily resealable bag for convenient storage. Fish oil and emu oil are added to supply omega fatty acids for healthy skin and coat.
What our customers say: "Really happy with this product, after looking at a lot of dry food this product has high fat and protein that I could not find in other brands. Because my Malinois requires high fat and high protein to maintain acceptable body condition this was the only product I could find that works"
What our vets say: "I like Blackhawk for Aussie Shepherds because it is Australian made with the inclusion of omega-3 fatty acids for joint support. Not to mention, keeping their skin and coat healthy and shiny" - Dr. Nicole
Wellness CORE is built upon the nutritional philosophy that cats and dogs, based on their primal ancestry,thrive on a natural diet built upon hearty animal proteins. At the heart of every tasty CORE bite is a careful balance of quality natural ingredients: fresh meat first, with nutrient-rich plant-based superfoods, vitamins and minerals.
What our customers say: "My 3yo toy cavoodle is a very fussy eater. I changed him over from Hills after I saw there wasn't much protein in them. With Core, the first 12 ingredients listed are real protein. At least I know I'm paying for real food and not chemicals like the other science brands""
What our vets say: "I like to recommend Wellness CORE Grain Free Ocean Formula as it contains superfoods like Spinach which is high in magnesium and iron, Blueberries a natural antioxidant to protect against free radicals and Flaxseed an essential Omega 3 to promote healthy skin and a shiny coat" - Dr. Angie
This super premium dry dog food is made from high quality, highly digestible proteins and has a balanced fibre content to support healthy digestion. It is specifically formulated for medium breed adult dogs and combines a unique kibble texture and exclusive flavours making it appealing to even the fussiest of dogs.
What our customers say: "My dog loves this food and keeps him super healthy and beautiful coat"
K9 Natural Lamb and King Salmon Feast is a complete and balanced diet, suitable for dogs of all life-stages, sizes and breeds. Naturally rich in omega fatty acids, this diet also helps to support joint function and a healthy, shiny coat.
K9 Natural foods are made with 'whole prey' ingredients and a very high meat and organ content, designed to suit the instinctive diet of dogs. Freeze-dried foods like K9 Natural provide an alternative to raw feeding whilst still retaining the nutritional qualities and tastes of the raw products. Freeze-dried foods are typically a little softer and crunchier than air-dried foods, and are typically rehydrated prior to serving to enhance digestibility. However, freeze-dried dog foods can be fed dry, straight from the packet if you prefer.
What our customers say: "My dogs love it, even the fussy eater goes crazy when the food comes out."
This delicious and nutritious puppy recipe provides your growing pup with a premium, complete and balanced diet to help them grow big and strong. Open Farm understands that puppies thrive on a diet rich in protein. That's why this recipe contains meat as the first ingredient, and contains zero artificial nasties. With humanely raised chicken and pork, fresh Pacific salmon, and superfoods like coconut oil, this diet is highly nourishing and wholesome for your high-energy pup.
What our customers say: "If you did your research, you'd know that open farm is an ethical brand with amazing ingredients and quality. I'm super happy that I get to feed my pup good quality food that isn't eye wateringly expensive. Highly recommend!"
Super active dogs like Aussie Shepherds need a diet to support their busy lifestyle. Hills Science Diet Healthy mobility as well as l-carnitine to maintain lean muscle mass and calcium for healthy bones. With a clinically proven antioxidant blend containing vitamins C and E, this formula will also help to support your Aussie Shepherd's immune system.
What our customers say: "My 12yr old Miniature Dachshund has been on Hills Science Diet all her life and is thriving. She has a slight defect in her leg which could become arthritic. So far there's no indication of this and she is very active and jumps around like a dog much younger than her age."
When looking for a diet for your Australian Shepherd, you want to make sure you are meeting their nutritional requirements and energy needs while also providing long term support for their active lifestyle.
Aussie Shepherds need the correct balance of nutrients in easily digestible formulations to support their active lifestyle.
Look for diets with high quality protein sources, joint support ingredients like glucosamine and chondroitin and omega oils to support skin and coat.
It is recommended to feed Australian Shepherds twice daily. The actual amount of food required depends on your dog's specific size, and the type of food you are feeding. The feeding guidelines on the food packaging provide a great place to start, and our Vet Squad are available 7 days a week if you have any questions about your dog's needs.
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