Australian Cattle Dog

Australian Cattle Dog
Group Herding Group
Size Medium
Coat Short
Origin Australia
Nickname
Australian Heeler, Australischer Treibhund, Blue Heeler, Bouvier Australien, Boyero Australiano, Hall’s Heeler, Queensland Heeler, Red Heeler
Color
Blue, Blue Mottled, Blue Speckled, Red Mottled, Red Speckled
Height
Males: 18-20 inches.
Females: 17-19 inches.
Weight
Males: 33-50 pounds.
Females: 33-50 pounds.
Life Span
12-16 years
Litter Size
5-6
Exercise
Needs Lots Of Activity
Personality
Alert, Curious, Pleasant
Groom Needs
Occasional
Shedding
Regularly
Trainability
May Be Stubborn
Vocality
When Necessary
Good with
No

Introduction

The Australian Cattle Dog stands as a robust, agile herder, renowned for intelligence and loyalty. With a striking blue or red speckled coat, they exude strength and endurance. This breed thrives on physical activity and mental challenges, making them ideal for active families or work on a farm. Though reserved with strangers, they are devoted to their owners, requiring early socialization and consistent training to become well-rounded companions.

Helpful Information

  • Breed Club: AUSTRALIAN CATTLE DOG CLUB OF AMERICA
  • Breed Club Link: http://www.acdca.org/
  • Breed Club Rescue: Australian Cattle Dog Rescue Inc.
  • Breed Club Rescue Link: http://www.acdrescueinc.com/

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