Share Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Pinterest Email Spread the love Table of Contents Toggle Australian Cattle Dogs are number 10 on the smartest dog breed list.They are descended from dingoes. Dingoes are wild dogs in Australia.They are known as well as Heelers.Heelers have a double coat that sheds twice a year.Heelers were bred specifically to herd cattle.They drive cattle by nipping their heels that`s why they are called Heelers.Heelers are born almost completely white.Other names: Australian Cattle Dog, Red heeler, Blue heeler, Queensland heeler, and Australian heelers.Heelers were recognized and accepted into the AKC in 1980.The breed standard was set in Australia in 1903.There is a variation of the breed that is born tailless or bobtailed.The white patch on a heeler’s head is called a “Bently Mark”. Australian Cattle dog is a faithful companion and is good with children.It`s a hardworking breed and a good watchdog.The Australian Cattle Dog makes an excellent guard dog and is a very smart and independent thinker. Heelers have a double coat that sheds twice a year. Heelers were bred specifically to herd cattle. They drive cattle by nipping their heels that`s why they are called Heelers. 1 2 3 4 5 Australian Cattle Dog 0 Dylan Harper Website Related Posts Is it Too Hot to Ride Your Horse? October 4, 2022 Can Horses Eat Pumpkin? October 4, 2022 Cow Killer Ants and Horses October 4, 2022 Write A Comment Cancel Reply Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Δ
