So sorry to hear of your loss. I have two Shelties who are 12 going on 13. I’d like to get an Australian Shepherd one of these days and a Border Collie too. Just love the herding breed. Again so sorry to hear of your loss.
Australian Shepard’s are wonderful dogs.
The only problem is they are too smart for their own good and are very mischievous.
If that doesn’t bother you, go for it.
They have wonderful personalities.