Other Names
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Origin
Great Britain, Unknown |
Use
Companian, Livestock driving |
Life Expectancy
This breed can live as long as 12-14 years of age |
Weight & Height
25 to 40 pounds & 10 to 12 inches tall |
Known Health Problems
Obesity, PRA |
Physical Description
Long, low, solidly built dog with wedge-shaped head, large, erect ears, black nose and brown eyes. It has a deep chest and well-boned legs. The tail is long and bushy. |
Temperament
Agile & fearless, this breed is an instinctive heeler and for this reason may not be the best breed to have with small children. This breed can be wary strangers and makes a good guard dog |
Living Conditions
This breed will do ok in an apartment |
Grooming
Light brushing once a week is sufficient |
Exercise
Moderate Exercise Needs. |
Coat Texture
Double coat has soft undercoat and medium-length outer coat. |
Coat Colors
Brindle, Blue Merle, Black/Tan, Sable or black with or without blue brindle points. The cardigan usually has white on its chest, limbs, face, abdomen & tip of tail |
Puppies
5-7 pups per litter. |
Recognition
Continental Kennel Club
American Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
American Pet Registry
Fédération Cynologique Internationale
Canadian Kennel Club
National Kennel Club |
