Breed:	Australian Cattle Dog
Country of Origin:	Austrailia
AKC Group:	Herding
Function:	Herding
Life Span:	12-15 years
Appearance:	Sturdy, compact working dog
Color:	Blue merle or red speckle
Coat Type:	Medium shedder, short
Grooming:	Little grooming
Height:	17-20 inches
Weight:	30-35 pounds
Activity Level:	Very high
Watch Dog:	Excellent
Protection:	No
Intelligence:	Very high
Trainability:	High
Good With Children:	No
Good With Pets:	No
Good With Strangers:	No
Character:	Active
Home Environment:	Large yard
Best Owner:	Active
Potential Problems:
Behavior:	Aggression
Physical:	hip dysplasia, PRA, and deafness
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