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Australian Cattle Dog puppies for sale

The Australian Cattle Dogs puppies for sale have also been called an Australian Heeler, Queensland Heeler, Blue Heeler or Hall’s Heeler. “Heeler” refers to its method of herding, biting the cattle’s heels to move it forward. The settlers brought dogs with them from Europe, but they were not able to handle the harsh climate or long distances required in the new continent of Australia. In the 1800s the pioneer settlers developed the Australia Cattle dog by crossing the Dino-blue merle with Dalmatians and black and tan Kelpies. Some say the Bull Terrier was also in the mix. The result the Australian Cattle dogs puppies for sale were the result, excellent workers herding cattle on the ranches. The dogs worked quietly yet effectively herding cattle, willing and able to drive across vast distances under dusty, hot, harsh conditions. It was well suited to Queensland. Its stamina is only matched by its guarding and herding instincts. In 1980 the breed was fully recognized by the AKC. The Australian Cattle Dogs puppies for sale talents are herding, guarding, retrieving, agility, performing tricks, and competitive obedience.

Males weigh in at 32-35 pounds, females 30-35 pounds. Males stand 17-20 inches with females at 17-19 inches. Prone to hip dysplasia and PRA; the merle colored dogs are also prone to deafness. With their weather-resistant coat a combing and brushing is all that is needed. Bathe only when necessary. The Australian Cattle dog tends to shed their coats once or twice a year (depending on the region in which they live and their sex).

The Australian Cattle dogs puppies for sale are courageous, tireless, robust, compact working dog. They are agile, powerful and determined while working. The body is well-muscled and a little longer than it is tall. They hold their tail low at a slight curve. The feet are round and the toes short. Legs are straight and round boned best described as sturdy. They have medium sized eyes, dark brown and oval in shape. The Aussie Cattle dog has a smooth double coat with a short dense undercoat. Colors of the coat are red speckled, blue, blue-mottled or blue speckled with or without other markings. Black markings are not desired in the show ring. However, dogs from Australia have more black on them, usually on the face. Puppies are born white because of a Dalmatian gene inherited from the early crosses. Color can sometimes be predicted by looking at the paw pads.

One of the most intelligent of dogs, the Australian Cattle Dog is a loyal, brave, hardworking, herding breed. They are not meant to lie around or live happily in the backyard. If they do not have a job to do it can lead to serious behavioral problems. Action in their life is necessary and can come from a job on a farm or training for completion. They excel at obedience, herding and agility. Establishing yourself as the pack leader is a necessity with this breed. The dog is known to be dog aggressive and will be suspicious of strangers. Protective, they are absolutely loyal and obedient to their master. It is imperative they be taught the owner is the alpha dog and their leader. Teach them that, and they will obey when you tell them fighting is not acceptable and that nipping people’s heels is not acceptable either. They will nip, especially children, in an effort to herd if not corrected early and firmly. Problems will arise with a meek owner or owners who do not spend time to exercise the dog both physically and mentally. This breed does best with a job to do. If you do not have time to consistently train and work with your dogs puppies for sale and you do not understand this need, then this is not the breed for you.



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