✦ Western Cape, South Africa ✦

Celebrating the Australian Shepherd

A community built by and for people who love Australian Shepherds — connecting breeders, owners, and enthusiasts across the Western Cape.

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ASCWC Annual Championship Show 2027

Join us at Wynberg Military Base on Sunday 28 February 2027

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About Us

Driven by a shared love for a remarkable breed.

Our club was founded with a simple mission: to celebrate, protect, and promote the Australian Shepherd breed. Today, ASCWC brings together breeders, competitors, and everyday owners who share a passion for the Aussie.

Whether you want to compete, connect, learn, or simply celebrate the joy of living with an Aussie, we're here for you. Together, we honor the past, celebrate the present, and protect the future of our remarkable breed.

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What We Do

Built Around Our Members

Education

Responsible ownership, training, health, and breed history for every experience level.

Community Events

Conformation shows for competitive members, meet-ups, and workshops throughout the year.

Breed Advocacy

Ethical breeding standards, rescue support and health testing awareness.

Sports

Obedience, agility competitions, flyball and rally.

Responsible ownership. Ethical breeding. A community built to last.

Through education, breed advocacy, and events that bring our members together, we're committed to supporting every experience level — from first-time owners to seasoned breeders.

On the Calendar

Events & Highlights

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next Championship show

The biggest Australian Shepherd event of the year is coming to the Western Cape — mark your calendar for February 2027.

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Championship show
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Show Winners & Results

See the latest results and photos from our Championship Show, celebrating the top dogs of the season.

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Show dogs
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Breeders & Puppies

Looking for a puppy? Visit our Breeders page for our directory of ethical, KUSA-registered Australian Shepherd breeders.

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Puppies
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Become a Member

Join a community of Aussie owners and breeders across the Western Cape and get access to events, resources, and support.

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📅 Western Cape Calendar 2027

Events & Championship Shows

Premier Specialty Event

ASCWC Annual Championship Show 2027

Join us for our Annual Championship Show — exhibitors from across South Africa will present the finest Australian Shepherd conformation stock to our panel of judges.

📅 Sunday, 28 February 2027 • 08:00

📍 Wynberg Military Base, Wynberg, Western Cape

Entries close soon — see schedule for details.

Judges

Mr. I Holdsworth (SA)

Breed Specialist

Handlers: Mrs G. Anderson (SA)
Ring Steward: TBC

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Hill's Pet Nutrition Trophy

Dog of the Year

Season standings for the top-ranking Australian Shepherds across South African Speciality shows.

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Season leader

OBT Hasta La Vista

106points

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2nd place

ALLMARK THE SEQUEL

96points

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About the Breed

Everything About the Aussie

Aussie History +
Trace the Australian Shepherd's origins as a working ranch dog and how the breed developed its intelligence and drive.
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Breed Traits +
Understand the temperament, energy level, and characteristics that define a true Australian Shepherd.
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KUSA Breed Standard +
The official conformation standard used to judge Australian Shepherds at KUSA-sanctioned shows.
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Living with an Aussie +
What day-to-day life looks like with an Aussie in the home — exercise, training, and companionship.
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2-Minute Quiz

Are You Ready for an Aussie?

Australian Shepherds are brilliant, loyal, and endlessly energetic — but they're not for everyone. Answer 10 quick questions to see how well your lifestyle matches the needs of this remarkable breed.

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No signup. No email. Just an honest look at whether an Aussie fits your life.

Our Sponsors

Thank You to Our Sponsors

The Australian Shepherd Club of the Western Cape extends our heartfelt gratitude to all our generous sponsors for their invaluable support.

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If you're interested in supporting us through sponsorship, we'd love to hear from you.

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Latest Insights

News & Updates

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Event

KUSA National Championship 2027 – Save the Date!

Join us for the biggest Australian Shepherd event of the year, coming to the Western Cape this Feb.

February 28, 2027Read More →
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Results

November Show Highlights – Best in Show Winners

Congratulations to all the winners from our latest championship show weekend.

October 25, 2026Read More →
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Community

New Member Orientation

We're excited to welcome new members to the ASCWC family — see when our next session is.

June 15, 2026Read More →
Get in Touch

We're Here to Help

General Enquiries

Questions about the club, the breed, or an upcoming event? Send us a message and we'll get back to you.

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Membership

Ready to join the club? Find out what membership includes and how to sign up.

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Breeder & KUSA Info

Looking for a puppy, or need details on ASSARO or KUSA? We'll point you in the right direction.

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