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The Australian Cattle Dog, a resilient and highly intelligent breed, exemplifies canine versatility and endurance. Emerging in Australia during the 19th century, this breed was meticulously crafted to herd cattle across vast, rugged terrains, showcasing its remarkable stamina and agility.

Renowned for their sharp intellect, unwavering loyalty, and a strong work ethic, Australian Cattle Dogs, often labeled Blue Heelers or Queensland Heelers, stand out with their unique, speckled coat and alert, expressive eyes.

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The Australian Cattle Dog, a resilient and highly intelligent breed, exemplifies canine versatility and endurance. Emerging in Australia during the 19th century, this breed was meticulously crafted to herd cattle across vast, rugged terrains, showcasing its remarkable stamina and agility.

Renowned for their sharp intellect, unwavering loyalty, and a strong work ethic, Australian Cattle Dogs, often labeled Blue Heelers or Queensland Heelers, stand out with their unique, speckled coat and alert, expressive eyes.

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Australian Cattle Dog – North Avoca

Meet Beau. 7 year old Certified Pedigree Australian Cattle Dog with papers. Microchipped. He is a joy, happy and friendly dog. I only wish for Beau to go to a loving family who he will guard and enjoy. Please only ring me if you are a responsible pet owner. If you would like to meet Beau he lives in North Avoca. My number – John: 0458 099454.

julie Macdonald


Australian Cattle Dog – Derriwong

3 Red Cattle Dog Pups Available Photos include pictures of each pup available and a picture of their parents. Born 27 August 2024. 1 Female 2 Males Vet Checked 1st Vaccination Microchipped Wormed Regularly All enquiries will be answered

Anne-Marie


Australian Cattle Dog – Broadford

3 Female ACD Blue Heeler pups available. Currently 9 weeks old. Please make first contact via message or txt 0493504949 with a bit about yourself, your home and the lifestyle you can provide for a heeler puppy. Please keep in mind that this is a high energy working breed and they will need lots of excercise, mental stimulation and training. Our puppies are born and raised with love in our family home and are well socialised with other dogs, cats and children. Mum is a Purebred Blue Heeler. She is our family dog and is very friendly and good natured. Dad is a Pedigree Blue Heeler stud dog and comes from a long line of champion show dogs. Pups will likely grow to be somewhere between 40-55cm to their shoulders and weigh around 15-22kg approx Puppies will come: ✅️ Vet checked ✅️ 1st Vaccination ✅️ Microchipped Puppies will go to their new homes with: ➡️Vaccination card ➡️Extra microchip stickers ➡️Detailed information pack ➡️Puppy training tips and videos ➡️Health guarantee contract ➡️30 days free pet insurance ➡️Puppy welcome pack which includes: lead & collar, toy & the food they are currently eating. I am an experienced, ethical breeder and full, registered member of the RPBA 14504. I am located 70 minutes from Melbourne CBD near Broadford. A meet up or delivery of your new puppy can be arranged depending on your location. Interstate pet flights can also be arranged at the buyers expense. Tags: Heeler, ACD, Blue Heeler, Medium dog, Puppy

Kylie


Australian Cattle Dog – Millmerran

URGENT Border Collie x Heeler puppies urgently require homes. We are keeping 2 of the litter but cannot keep them all unfortunately. D.O.B. 02/08/24 See photos for details... $250ono

Aaron Carey


Australian Cattle Dog – Glass House Mountains

Cattle Dog Puppies 3 blue heelers and 3 red heelers Born 10/07/2024 More photos and info available on request

Megan Thomson


Australian Cattle Dog – Monto

Pure bred Smithfield stumpy tail. 2 beautiful boys need a loving forever home. Make gr8 workers or feet warmers, luv to snuggle in for a cuddle and luv a swim. Very affectionate.

Kris Neal


Australian Cattle Dog – Horseshoe Lagoon

Red cattle puppies, male and female available.

Amber


Australian Cattle Dog – Katherine

8 puppies Blue healer/Kelpie 5 males 3 females all chipped 1st and 2nd vaccinated message or call if interested

Brendan Shervill


Australian Cattle Dog – Cairns

KYAH IS AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION ***PLEASE NOTE - In keeping with our aim to protect our wildlife AND our cats and dogs, we only offer our kitties to INDOOR ONLY homes and our dogs to properties with DOG PROOF FENCING*** Please read our guidelines here before applying to adopt 🙂 https://www.facebook.com/notes/1444849889239166/ If you have any questions we’re happy to help if you email: arcatd21@gmail.com BIN0000171254640 if you're interested in adopting Kyah, please submit the obligation free application form which you'll find at this link: https://form.jotform.co/91457110205850 Age: DOB 31.07.2014 Breed: Cattle Dog Cross Kid friendly: Yes Dog friendly: Yes Cat friendly: Not tested Bird friendly: Not tested House trained: Yes Estimated size as an adult: Medium Location: Cairns Microchip #985111001169103 Kyah has been desexed, vaccinated, microchipped, flea and worm treated and Heartworm tested negative. Meet Kyah, a spirited and resilient Cattle Dog Cross who is ready to find her new family and bring a world of joy into their lives. Born on July 31, 2014, Kyah is an older girl who embodies the essence of happiness despite a somewhat rocky past. She's currently residing in Cairns, and she's been fully desexed, vaccinated, microchipped (Microchip #985111001169103), flea and worm treated, and even tested negative for heartworm. Kyah is a friendly, playful, and attentive dog who gets along with other friendly dogs. While we haven't tested her with cats or birds, her adaptable nature suggests she'd be willing to learn and adjust. Her ideal home would feature dog-proof fencing to ensure her safety and plenty of secure outdoor space for her to explore. Kyah is house trained and crate trained, often taking her favorite toy into her crate to enjoy her downtime and rest peacefully. Despite her playful demeanor, Kyah does have a tendency to get destructive when bored, so keeping her entertained with chew-proof toys or a coconut husk will help maintain her good behavior. She's a bundle of energy with a heart full of love, and she's eager to share her life with a family who will appreciate her fun and resilient spirit. Kyah's journey towards trust has been remarkable, and she's now ready to shower her new family with affection and loyalty. If you believe you can offer Kyah the loving and secure environment she deserves, please consider adopting her. You can find more information and submit an adoption application form at [this link](https://form.jotform.co/91457110205850). For any additional questions, feel free to email arcatd21@gmail.com. Let's help Kyah find her perfect match!

Lorraine Doornebosch


Australian Cattle Dog – Dubbo

Blue Heeler cattle dog x Aussie bull dog pups. Pups are black with white markings, one female and two males. They are vet checked, microchipped, vaccinated & wormed and are eight weeks old. Parents good temperament.

tracie


Australian Cattle Dog – Champion Lakes

CATTLE DOG BLUEY PUPPIES! We have a litter of 9 puppies born on the 27th of July They will be ready to go to their new forever homes on the 21st of September (@ 8 weeks old) 2x females 7x boys The 9 pups have a mix of tail lengths (Full, mid, and bobtail) Puppies have just started to get their colours (still very light) About dad - our boy is absolutely one of the very best we have had. He is super protective (especially with the kids), very loyal and loves family time! Incredibly smart, easy enough to train (consistency being key). He loves to go everywhere with us, loves being on the quad bikes or chasing the dirt bike. A great dog. (Dads mum is a blue heeler and the dad is a border collie) About mum - such a gentle spirt, very kind, docile and just loves a cuddle. She’s such an amazing family dog, is brilliant and very tolerant with the kids. Dolly’s mum was a red heeler and her dad was a Smithfield stumpy tail (I will attached photos of mums parents) Our girl was born with a stumpy tail like her dad. We expect their puppies to be an amazing mix of both the parents and for them to be great family and guard dogs. We can’t stress enough if just left in a small backyard with little attention they will dig and chew. Please only show expression of interest if you have the space for a cattle dog, or the right lifestyle. Please contact by text message only if you would like to show expression of interest, letting me know a little bit about yourself/family. Puppies will have appropriate vet work and checkups done prior to sale Located in champion lakes $1,500 each #cattledog #cattlepuppies #blueheeler #blueheelerpuppies #bordercolliepuppies #puppies

Emily


Australian Cattle Dog – Jimboomba

Beautiful natured Cattle pups looking for their forever home. Born on the 8th May 2024. They are now 12 and half weeks old and whilst we love having them, they are needing families that will love them. 1 boy and 1 girl, these pups have had the best start to life we can give them. These pups love to play with each other, have had lots of room to run with mum and dad and like water. They are very smart. They all have some of mum and dad in them, which is great because they are both beautiful tempered dogs. You can meet both parents onsite. If you’re interested, please get in touch 0419716918. Thankyou x

Tracee Trammell


Australian Cattle Dog – Penrith

Team Kombinalong offers a blue male and blue female to forever, loving family homes. Both pups were destined to Europe but after receiving sad news from the buyers, these two gorgeous pups are available to decerning families who understand the breed. You must be an active family that are looking for a loyal family member. Puppies leave for their forever home with a Team Kombinalong Puppy Pack *Pedigree of Pup with four generations *How to raise your puppy information *Vaccination certificate *Vet Health Check Certificate *Diamond Super Premimum Puppy food *Certificates for DNA breed profiles and BAER Hearing tests *Certificate for four weeks of free pet insurance. Pups guaranteed PRA/PLL/RCD4 CLEAR, BAER hearing tested CLEAR and all documents supplied to verify. Fully Vaccinated, Microchipped. Well-socialised with people, children, and other dogs Full Genetic health guarantee and all breeding stock at "Team Kombinalong" are fully tested for the following genetic disorders.Rcd4 PRA, Myotonia Congenita 2, Cystinuria TYPE II-A, Degenerative Myopathy (DM), prcd PRA, Hyperuricemia (HUU), PLL, Neuronal Ceroid Lipofuscinosis (NCL) 5 & 12, Brachyury (Bobtail) Phone 0419787375 Email kombinalong@gmail.com Visit our website www.kombinalongacds.com *TEAM KOMBINALONG IS PROUD OF OUR WORLDWIDE REPUTATION AS A PRESERVATION BREEDER*

Narelle Gail Hammond


Australian Cattle Dog – Speers Point

Beautiful red heeler nearly 9 yrs old unfortunately I can no longer look after him and looking for a loving home for him, he is a very excitable dog and loves people, prefer for him to go yo a loving g family that has time to spend with him and has land or a big backyard

Mark Avery


Australian Cattle Dog – Kyneton

3 puppies available kelpie x blue heeler black and tan boy, black and tan girl and a blue girl suitable as family or working dogs both parents are good natured dogs. vaccinated and microchipped ready to go Located kyneton

Audrey


Australian Cattle Dog – Apollo Bay

1 blue girl,3 red boys all vaccinated and microchipped 10weeks old

Dylan Twyford


Australian Cattle Dog – Leeton

3 female Red Heeler pups Born on the 5th of April Vaccinated, wormed and microchipped They are ready to go to their new homes now Mum and Dad in last two photos

Shanay


Australian Cattle Dog – Mudgeeraba

11 months old, Blue Heeler cross, spayed female, trained to sit, drop, come, stay, fetch tennis balls and bring them back.

Gwenda


Australian Cattle Dog – Samford Valley

Quality, thick set, beautiful ACD/heeler pups. Blue girls, red boys and red girl available. Pups will be ready for their new homes from 12/05/24. They have been fed a high quality diet, wormed, flea and tick treated. They will be vaccinated, microchipped and health checked. Pictures of mum (blue) and dad (red) both loving family dogs. Pups will be athletic, strong, thick build dogs. Pups are raised in a busy household and introduced to our other dogs, farm animals and played with by kids and visitors. Ongoing support from responsible, ethical breeder.

Deanne Schloss


Australian Cattle Dog – Kyneton

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Robert


Australian Cattle Dog – Wangaratta

Beautiful heeler puppies for sale 4 x boys 4 x girls Very much loved family pets. Growing up around kids, chooks and cats. Dob 7.03.24 Ready for forever homes 2.05.24 (8 weeks old)

Kylie


Australian Cattle Dog – Wights Mountain

Quality, thick set, beautiful ACD/heeler pups. Blue girls, red boys and red girl available. Pups will be ready for their new homes from 12/05/24. They have been fed a high quality diet, wormed, flea and tick treated. They will be vaccinated, microchipped and health checked. Pictures of mum (blue) and dad (red) both loving family dogs. Pups will be athletic, strong, thick build dogs. Pups are raised in a busy household and introduced to our other dogs, farm animals and played with by kids and visitors. Ongoing support from responsible, ethical breeder.

Deanne Schloss


Australian Cattle Dog – Nambour

Border Collie X Australian Cattle dog 10week old puppies ready to go to their new homes. BIN0014728140537 3x Boys 1x Girls $300 No Microchipping or Vaccinations Located Nambour 4560

Courtney Plummer


Australian Cattle Dog – Cuballing

Australian Cattle Dogs We have 3 lovely 4 week old Purebred Puppies for Sale One Boy ( Red) and Two Girls (Blue) Mum can be Viewed @ the Property Pups will be Vet Checked Vaccinated and Microchipped before finding there new homes Pick up Date will be @ 8 weeks of Age and that being 30/4/24

Karyn Bech


Australian Cattle Dog – Palmwoods

Purebred Australian Cattle Dog pups for sale! – Mum is a white stumpy tail cattle dog, and dad is a red full tail cattle dog. – These pups were born just a few days after Christmas and are about 7 weeks old now. – They have all been vaccinated, microchipped, wormed, and have started flea and tick prevention. Pups – 4 available – 2 girls, 2 boys – 3 with tails, 1 stumpy – 1 x red girl (stumpy) – bright tan – 1 x red girl (full tail) – lighter head – 1 x red boy (full tail) – white spot in the middle of his head – 1 x blue boy (full tail) – black spot over his right eye Temperament – All the pups have different personalities, some love to cuddle and will settle in your arms as soon as you pick them up. Others will like to wriggle and constantly be on the go! – Great for farm lifestyle or ultimate companion pet – Very protective and loyal – Easy to train and can make the perfect dog when you invest your time into them Serious buyers only Located in the Sunshine Coast Hinterland – we can meet halfway for a viewing.

Angelica


Australian Cattle Dog – Ipswich

I’m selling my very well trained Australian Cattle dog, Loki is only 3.5yrs old. Loki is a purebred pedigree ACD. My partner & I are moving states and sadly can’t take him with us. He’s such an affectionate boy, listens extremely well. Great with kids. Loves to play. He’d be a great farm dog too. He just needs a home with a family who will give him the attention & love he deserves. Included items are toys, leash, food container & doggie bed. Vaccination & other papers are included such as pedigree certificate stating all family history.

Heleni


Australian Cattle Dog – Alison McDonald

6 beautiful babies ready for their forever homes available 15th march..Mum pure blue Dad pure red stumpy tail..Very social puppies ...Vaccination worming and microchips done before they leave..Maryborough qld..

Alison McDonald


Australian Cattle Dog – Loveday

2 x 9 week old Male Blue Heelers / Aust Cattle Dogs. Monty has a black mask over his face , with a white strip down the forehead and nose ,mottled body .He has a lovely personality ,he loves to play , be with people, and enjoys learning. Blu has a black mask over one eye and both ears, and mottled body. He loves cuddles, being with people , very active. Both will make wonderful additions to a family , very loyal and protective.

Cindy Carthew


Australian Cattle Dog – Muswellbrook

I need to rehome my 4 year old blue healer i am moving ibto ab apartment and can’t take him Free to a good home

sonia nassis


Australian Cattle Dog – Ingleside

Super cute puppies. 2 Great puppies left. Both Boys. Very well socialised.

Andrew McKissock


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About Australian Cattle Dog

The Australian Cattle Dog (ACD), or simply the Cattle Dog, is a medium-sized herding dog. These dogs brim with energy, intelligence, and an independent streak. They possess a strong sense of adventure and quickly grasp new activities.

Lifespan

Lifespan

10 to 13 years

Weight

Weight

Male: 15 - 16 kg Female: 16 - 20 kg

Height

Height

Male: 43 - 51 cm Female: 43 - 48 cm

Grooming

Grooming

The Australian Cattle Dog, with its weather-resistant double coat, demands a moderate level of grooming to maintain its health and appearance.

Origins

As the name implies, ACDs hail from Australia. The initial cattle dogs in Australia were imports of a breed called Smithfield.

Unfortunately, these dogs couldn’t endure the hot temperatures or the rugged terrain. They also struggled with the long distances they faced. Consequently, herders and cattle owners embarked on a long trial process of breeding to develop the perfect herding dog.

Smithfields were crossbred with Dingoes, an untamed breed brought to Australia by its earliest human inhabitants. Other breeds used in the crossbreeding included the Collie, Bull Terrier, and the Black and Tan Kelpie.

George Elliott of Queensland contributed significantly to the ACD’s development by crossbreeding Dingoes and Collies, then selling the puppies to herders. The result was a dog that nearly became the perfect Aussie herding dog.

However, the true herding dog emerged when Dalmatians were bred with a few of Elliott’s ACDs. This outcross can be credited to two brothers, Jack and Harry Bagust.

The Dalmatian was chosen for its sense of protection, loyalty, and ease with horses. Combined with the initial ACD’s working capability, this mix produced the Australian Cattle Dog we recognize today.

Key Characteristics Of Australian Cattle Dogs

Are Australian Cattle Dogs Family-Friendly?

They can make good family pets but fare better in families where they’re raised with kids.

Common Health Issues & Considerations

Australian Cattle Dogs may suffer from:

Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)

Hip dysplasia

Deafness

Osteochondritis dissecans

Nature / Temperament

They exhibit deep loyalty to their owners and can be very protective. This makes them excellent watchdogs.

Their protective nature should be managed with proper socialization to ensure they don’t become overly suspicious or aggressive towards strangers.

Suitable Environment

While they can adapt to various living situations, Australian Cattle Dogs often thrive in rural or suburban settings where they have more space to expend their energy.

Other Considerations

● These dogs have many aliases: Blue Heelers, Red Heelers, or Queensland Heelers.

● They earned the name “heeler” from their act of herding cattle by nipping at their heels.

● Australian Heelers are made for the outdoors. Due to their association with Dingoes, they can run for long distances.

● Their coats can either be mottled or speckled. Mottled coats have dark spots on a light background, while speckled coats are the inverse.

● They possess strong herding instincts and should be kept busy to prevent destructive behavior.

How can I take good care of my Australian Cattle Dog?

Nutrition

Owners of Blue Heelers should feed their dogs at least twice a day. As very active dogs, their diet should meet their nutritional requirements.

Choose a nutrient-rich brand of dog food tailored for medium-sized dogs, avoiding fillers like cornmeal or soy. You can make your dog work for their food, keeping them busy while providing stimulation.

Always ensure they have access to clean, fresh water.

Grooming

Australian Cattle Dogs have double coats with a dense undercoat and a short, hard outer coat.

Their coats are all-weather, repelling water and dirt, making them low maintenance. Brush their coats once a week under normal circumstances.

However, they shed heavily twice a year, requiring more frequent brushing during these periods.

Exercise

Owners should engage their dogs in interactive games, ensuring ACDs use their energy in meaningful ways. Examples of games include hide and seek, catch, and tug of war.

Alternatively, take them for long walks. While other breeds might be content with short walks, AuCaDos prefer long walks once or twice a day.

Training

To train Australian Cattle Dogs, be fair, consistent, and use positive rewards. These dogs are highly intelligent and sometimes stubborn. Proper corrections are necessary to avoid future problems.

Most Asked Australian Cattle Dog Questions

Australian Cattle Dogs are known for their intelligence, loyalty, and high energy levels. They are hardworking, protective, and sometimes reserved with strangers. Early socialization is key to developing a well-rounded temperament.

They can be good with children and other pets if raised with them, but supervision is recommended due to their herding instincts. They might try to herd children or smaller pets by nipping.

They are highly trainable due to their intelligence and eagerness to please. Consistency and positive reinforcement are key in their training.

When buying an Australian Cattle Dog for sale, it’s best to choose from responsible breeders who prioritise their dogs’ health and temperament. There may be increased costs associated with the necessary health testing, but it is well worth it in the long run to ensure the happiness and longevity if your new puppy. An Australian Cattle Dog puppy for sale from one of these breeders may cost between $800 and $5000.

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