Australian Cattle Dogs can be considered “mouthy” in that they tend to nip or bite, but this behavior can be redirected with proper training and socialization. Australian Cattle Dog Behavior Australian Cattle Dogs are courageous and will fearlessly take on animals (cattle, sheep, and even other...
The Australian Cattle Dog, also called the Blue Heeler, is an intelligent and energetic breed known for their herding abilities.
Australian cattle dogs are prone to eye health issues and blindness. ©WOLF AVNI/Shutterstock.com Temperament and Behavior Energetic is the best word to describe the behavior of this breed. This is a working dog bred to herd cattle, sheep, or any other livestock. A family with children is...
If your heeler puppy won't stop biting, rest assured that you are not alone. Due to their ancestry, these puppies have a reputation for being quite a handful in the biting department. Teaching a heeler puppy to stop biting requires patience and determina
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Australian Cattle Dog/Heeler Australian Shepherd Becky Harshman Rehabilitating and Behavior Modification The Shy/Fearful Dog Boo Boo~Adopted By:Gisele 08/09/13 Update: I changed Boo Boo’s status from On Hold to Available this afternoon. Her progress has been amazing! She’s seeing the vet very...
As a large breed that sheds moderately this cross requires a good level of maintenance and will need to be fed a decent amount of high-quality dry dog food or kibble. Just don’t overfeed them or you run the risk of developing health issues such as obesity and joint problems. ...
This is never going to be a lap dog or ideal apartment pet, but they can fit very well with active working lifestyles. Not suited to first time owners, they are wonderful companions for experienced dog trainers and handlers. They are easy to train if you know how to motivate them, but ...