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    Australian Cattle Dogs

    Australian Cattle Dogs are a medium sized dog and a pedigree breed. Also known as: ACD
    Lifespan
    12-14 years
    Breed group
    Pastoral
    Weight
    Male: 15-22kg
    Female: 15-22kg
    Height
    Male: 46-51cm
    Female: 43-48cm
    Pedigree
    Yes
    Other names
    ACD, Cattle Dog, Blue Heeler, Red Heeler, Queensland Heeler
    Breed Size
    Medium
    Breed Type
    Pastoral
    Health tests available
    DNA test - prcd-PRA, BVA/KC Hip Dysplasia Scheme, BVA/KC Elbow Dysplasia Scheme, BVA/KC/ISDS Eye Scheme, BAER Testing (deafness)
    Characteristics
    Exercise needs
    Very high
    Easy to train
    Very easy
    Shedding
    Medium
    Grooming
    needs
    Medium
    Good with
    Children
    Requires supervision
    Health of breed
    Medium
    Cost to keep
    Medium
    Intelligence
    Very high
    Tolerates being alone
    Calm

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