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Australian
Cattle Dog breed
If you
are an
Australian Cattle Dog owner,
and you would like your pet's picture displayed
here, e-mail us at breedprofiles@pets.ca.
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Dog breed group |
Herding
Dog |
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Origin of breed |
Australia |
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Life expectancy |
12
- 15 Years |
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Color |
Blue,
blue mottled or blue speckled with or without black, blue or
tan markings on head. |
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Coat type |
Smooth,
hard, straight, water-resistant top coat and short, dense undercoat. |
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Exercise needs |
Needs
long, vigorous walks at least twice a day. |
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Temperament |
Bold, determined |
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Good with children |
Good
with his family's children, but may not deal with other children
well as he will interpret playful wrestling and chase games
as a threat or as a call to herd, wary of other dogs. |
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Grooming needs |
Once a week brushing is adequate |
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Average size (inches) |
18
- 20
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17
- 19
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Average weight (lbs) |
35
- 45
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35
- 45
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Health issues |
Hip dysplasia, hereditary
deafness and occasional eye problems. |
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Living conditions |
A home with a
fenced yard is essential. The owner of an Australian Cattle
Dog should be a no-nonsense leader. |
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Dog
breed description
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The Australian Cattle Dog
also known as the Heeler, is a tough, hard working dog who can cover
immense distances. A one-person dog he is rather aloof with strangers.
To his owner he is eternally loyal, gentle, alert and can easily be
trained. Puppies are born all-white with coat coloring appearing a few
weeks after birth.
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Dog
breed infobits |
The
Australian Cattle Dog is a sturdy working dog and also makes an excellent
companion.
The Australian Cattle Dog is confident enough to make a formidable guard
dog.
The Australian Cattle Dog was obtained principally by crosses between
the Collie and the Dingo. |
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