Australian Cattle Dog
The Australian Cattle Dog is an intelligent dog, amenable and first- rate at its job of driving cattle, sometimes covering vast distances. Like the Kelpie, it has an equable temperament and makes a loyal companion.
Origin and history
The Australian Cattle Dog has emerged from crossings with the Old English Sheepdog (or Bobtail), Scottish Collies, Dingos and Red Bobtails
Australian Cattle Dog Puppies
Good points
- Brave
- Excellent working dog
- Good companion
- Loyal
Take heed
- No drawbacks known
Size
Cattle dog: weight 351b (15.9kg). Height 20in (51cm) at shoulder
Exercise
The Australian Cattle Dog is accustomed to plenty of exercise in the great outdoors.
Australian Cattle Dog Feeding & Grooming
Grooming
This breed will benefit from regular vigorous brushing.
Feeding
Thirteen-200z (369-587g) of a branded, meaty product with biscuit added in equal part by volume, or 13/4-3 cupfuls of a dry food, complete diet, mixed in theproportion of 1 cup of feed to V2 cup of hot or cold water.