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Question
I have a question I would like to know how to get my aussie to listen to me.  We have 2 children and they like to play with him  but when it is time to settle down he is still wanting to play.  I would also like to know how to train him to chase a frisbee?

Answer
Before you teach him to play with a frisbee, you should start with the basics.  These are very high energy dogs, but they can be taught to have an "off switch".  There are some free lessons at www.clickerlessons.com that you can start with.  If you follow the directions explicitly, there's no reason this dog can't learn all the skills.  They are one of the smartest, most biddable breeds:-))
As to the frisbee:
http://www.dallasdogndisc.com/training/how_to_play_frisbee.asp