Australian Cattle Dog

Other Names: Blue Heeler, Queensland Heeler, Hall's Heeler
Country of Origin: Australia
Lifespan: 12 Years
Male Height: 18-20 Inches
Male Weight: 35-45 Pounds
Female Height: 17-19 Inches
Female Weight: 35-45 Pounds
American Kennel Club Classification : Herding GroupCanadian Kennel Club Classification : Herding DogsKennel Club (Great Britain) Classification : Pastoral (Herding)
Breed Description
The Australian Cattle Dog is a sturdy, compact breed, with great agility, strength and endurance. This breed excels at driving cattle and shows the same sense of duty and courage when protecting its family.
Temperament
Australian Cattle Dogs are smart, independent and hardworking. They are devoted to their master and tireless when given a job to do. They are alert, trustworthy and courageous, and somewhat naturally suspicious of strangers.