Australian Cattle Dog

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Family: livestock, herding
AKC Breed Group: Herding
Area of Origin: Australia
Date of Origin: 1800s
Original Function: cattle herding
Breed Weight: 35 - 45 lbs
Breed Height: 17 - 20 inches
Modern Function: cattle herding, herding trials
Colors: blue, blue-mottled with or without markings and red speckle. Puppies are white
Coat: smooth, double-coated with short dense undercoat
Characteristics and Temperaments: Australian Cattle breed is loyal and protective and has a guardian instinct. The dogs are hard workers and require obedience training to properly socialize with other dogs and children
Other Names: Queensland heeler, blue heeler, Hall's heeler
Training and Activity: Training Australian Cattles require patience because they are independent. They need a lot of exercise and may not be suitable if you can't commit to this