ADDITIONAL AUSTRALIAN CATTLE DOG PICTURES
Family:
Breed Group: Herding, AKC Herding
Origin: Australia
Date of Origin: 1850s
Originally used for: Cattle Dog
Used today: Ranch dog, companion, dog agility
Other Name(s): Australian Heeler, Blue Heeler, Red Heeler, Hall's Heeler, Queensland Heeler
History of the Breed: ACD were bred to herd cattle in Australia's inhospitable environment by nipping at their heels.
The original Thomas Hall dogs were created by crossing Blue Smooth Highland Collies with Dingos. In the 1870s Bull Terrier was added to
the blood line.
General Appearance: Stocky, longer in body than height, prick ears, alert eyes and a thick neck
Height & Weight:
Height 16-21 Inches
Weight 35-55 Pounds
Coat: Smooth and plush
Color: Typically blue and red speckle or tri-color
Grooming needs: Low
Temperament of Breed: They need plenty of exercise or they can become destructive.
Friendly with children: Yes, when around people, they can attempt to heard by nipping. Training is recommended to prevent this.
Friendly with other dogs: Yes
Suitability as a watchdog: Yes
Exercise Level: High
Health Issues with the Breed:
Major: Luxating patella, hip dysplasia
Minor:
Life Expectancy: 10-12 Years
2006 AKC Ranking: 67
First Registered by the AKC: 1980
Registries: FCI, AKC, UKC, KCGB, CKC, ANKC, NKC, NZKC, CKC, APRI, ACR
ACR -American Canine Registry
AKC -American Kennel Club
ANKC -Australian National Kennel Club
APRI -American Pet Registry Inc.
CKC -Continental Kennel Club
CKC -Canadian Kennel Club
FCI -Fédération Cynologique Internationale
KCGB -Kennel Club of Great Britain
NKC -National Kennel Club
NZKC -New Zealand Kennel Club
UKC -United Kennel Club
Breed Organizations & Associations:
Australian Cattle Dog Club of America, Inc. (ACDCA)
Australian Cattle Dog Club of Canada (ACDCC)
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