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ACD, Cattle Dog, Blue Heeler, Red Heeler, Queensland Heeler
Medium
Herding Group
Medium
Extra high
Medium
13 to 15 years
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Australian Cattle Dog come in a variety of colours, including Blue, Blue, Blue, Red.
How much do
Australian Cattle Dog eat?
3.00 to 4.00 cups of food a day
How much
exercise do they need?
60 to 90 Mins
Are they kid friendly? Playful, energetic, and affectionate around kids
Do they need a lot of space? This breed will do okay in an apartment if they are sufficiently exercised
Patellar Luxation
Legg-Perthes Disease
Hip Dysplasia
Heart murmurs
Australian Cattles require around 3 to 4 cups of high-quality dog food, divided into two servings. The type of food you serve them also makes a difference; the healthier the dog food, the more it can nourish your dog, and the less you'll have to shake into their dish.
Monitor their weight to avoid possible health implications. Check with your vet on how to manage their diet.
Australian Cattles have a silky, double-layer coat. They shed at least once or twice a year. They don't need much grooming, but regular brushing will ensure minimal shedding.
So, brushing them at least once a week with a rubber grooming mitt or tool or a de-shedding glove to remove dead hair and maintain its appearance.
Keeping them clean and neat does not take so much effort. Begin accustoming them to being brushed and examined when they are still puppy.
Handle their paws frequently ? dogs are touchy about their feet ? and look inside their mouth. Trim their nails once or twice a month if your dog doesn't wear them down naturally to prevent painful tears and other problems.
Their ears should be checked weekly for redness or a bad odour, which can indicate an infection. Your careful weekly exam will help you spot potential health problems early.
Australian Cattles demand considerably more physical and mental activity than the ordinary dog. They need more than 2 hours of activity every day. They enjoy going to the park and strolling around the street while getting new friends along the way.
Satisfy their energy demands to make them happy, always.
Scheduled six-monthly health check visits with your vet are important to ensure they are healthy and happy throughout all life stages. In these annual visits, your vet will complete a physical examination, take your dog's temperature and check their heartbeat, among other things.
Routine maintenance for your dog gives you a chance to track your dog's growth and development, discuss any concerns with your vet, and form a key part of preventative care.
Australian Cattles work best with children! They love hanging around with high energy and have enthusiasm towards other dogs. They are also both fun and protective of their family. This makes them a wonderful addition to the family.
Australian Cattles are easy to train because they are smart and have a good memory. This makes them even more wonderful family dogs! They can pick up new lessons easily and love to please. Like with other breeds, respect training should be given to them at the earliest.
Australian Cattles can get along well with other dogs, especially if they have been raised with them since puppyhood. However, because they are so dedicated to one person in a household, they might develop jealously or squabbles. They are naturally dominant and can be aggressive towards other breeds. This can be addressed with proper and early socialization training to teach them well how to behave around new friends.
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Australian Cattles require around 3 to 4 cups of high-quality dog food, divided into two servings. The type of food you serve them also makes a difference; the healthier the dog food, the more it can nourish your dog, and the less you'll have to shake into their dish.
Monitor their weight to avoid possible health implications. Check with your vet on how to manage their diet.
Australian Cattles demand considerably more physical and mental activity than the ordinary dog. They need more than 2 hours of activity every day. They enjoy going to the park and strolling around the street while getting new friends along the way.
Satisfy their energy demands to make them happy, always.
Australian Cattles work best with children! They love hanging around with high energy and have enthusiasm towards other dogs. They are also both fun and protective of their family. This makes them a wonderful addition to the family.
Australian Cattles can get along well with other dogs, especially if they have been raised with them since puppyhood. However, because they are so dedicated to one person in a household, they might develop jealously or squabbles. They are naturally dominant and can be aggressive towards other breeds. This can be addressed with proper and early socialization training to teach them well how to behave around new friends.
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