How Much Exercise do Australian Cattle Dogs Need?
After adopting two Australian cattle dogs, I wanted to make sure that I would be able to care for them properly. I was especially concerned about the amount of exercise …
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Can Australian Cattle Dogs Be Shaved?
After many hot summer hikes with our Australian Cattle Dogs (ACD), we were left wondering, would it help keep them cooler if we trimmed their coats or had them shaved? …
Do Cattle Dogs Have Strong Prey Drive?
After watching the daily ritual of coordinated chasing the squirrels, I realized my dogs were doing so like a wild dog pack. Banjo would bark and take the lead running …
How Fast Can Cattle Dogs Run?
Distance running was one of the reasons we decided an Australian Cattle Dog (ACD) was the right breed for us. I imagined running side-by-side with both of our Cattle Dogs. …
Do Australian Cattle Dogs Hunt?
With the challenging events of 2020 and running into limited availability of life’s staples, I’ve been thinking of getting back into hunting to lead a more sustainable lifestyle. But I’d …
How High Can Cattle Dogs Jump?
Australian Cattle Dogs (ACD) are known for their physical agility. As part of the herding group, ACDs have developed strong hind legs and hips to allow for quick pounces to …
Do Australian Cattle Dogs Cuddle?
Before adopting a Cattle dog, make sure you are not looking for a guaranteed, all-around affectionate pooch. There’s a possibility your Cattle Dog may not always like or need to …
What Age Do Cattle Dogs Calm Down?
Everyday, our male cattle dog can be found hard at work as all-star running companion, the local leaping ball catch champion, and countless time spent wrestling his sister, Bindi. Despite …
Do Cattle Dogs Have Floppy Ears?
I’m in my kitchen, watching my two Australian Cattle Dogs (ACD) play (my favorite pastime) and wondering, why do these two ACDs have floppy ears? Turns out, most Australian Cattle …