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Also known as Blue Heeler, Red Heeler, Queensland Heeler
A tireless, tough herder that needs a real job to do
The Australian Cattle Dog was bred to drive cattle across rough country, and it is tough, intelligent and fiercely loyal to its person. It needs a great deal of physical and mental work, and its habit of nipping at heels means it needs careful handling around children.
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This breed needs about 120 minutes of activity a day. Around 7 sitter-led sessions a week keeps that routine going when work or travel gets in the way.
120
Minutes of activity a day
7
Suggested sessions a week
Dog walking
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Around two hours a day, split between running, training and mental games. A short lead walk alone will not be enough for this breed.
They can be with older, sensible children and good training, but the herding instinct to nip at heels makes them a poor match for toddlers or chaotic households.
Only for short periods once fully exercised. Bored, under-stimulated cattle dogs often become destructive or noisy.
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