A Little About the Australian Cattle Dog

     

The Australian Cattle Dog, also known as the Queensland Heeler, Blue Heeler and Red Heeler, is a herding dog developed in Australia for controlling cattle. It is a medium-sized dog with a lot of energy and intelligence.

A number of breeds contributed to its ancestry. The most significant of these was the Dingo (the feral dog of the Aboriginal people). Others were the Collie, Bull Terrier and Dalmatian.

The Australian Cattle Dog is intelligent and good-tempered. This strong, compact dog was first developed in Australia to drive herds of cattle on long treks to the market.

Its key qualities are its amazing stamina, versatility and independence. It is silent when working, controlling cattle with precision and the minimum of effort.

The Australian Cattle Dog holds the record for canine longevity ... 29 years!