Names Australian Cattle Dog Blue Heeler Red Heeler Queensland Heeler Australian Heeler |
Origin Australia, 1800's This breed was created by crossing Kelpies, Bull Terrier, Dalmations and Dingo's |
Use Cattle Herding and Companian |
Life Expectancy This breed can live as long as 10-12 years of age |
Weight & Height 35 to 45 pounds & 17 to 20 inches tall |
Known Health Problems Hip Dysplasia, Deafness, PRA |
Physical Description *** |
Temperament Loyal and obedient to its master.This breed does not always do well with young children or animals.The cattle dog makes a good watchdog.. |
Training *** |
Living Conditions This breed is not suitable for apartment life and needs space to run |
Grooming Brush about once a week |
Exercise This breed needs to walked on a lead at least twice a day |
Coat Texture Double coat has a dense undercoat and a smooth, hard outercoat.. |
Coat Colors

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Blue |
Red |
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Puppies 4-8 pups are usually all white at birth and will develope their color after a few weeks |
Recognition Continental Kennel Club American Pet Registry Fédération Cynologique Internationale National Kennel Club American Kennel Club Canadian Kennel Club
United Kennel Club |