a white coat, which gives the
appearance of a “red” or “blue” dog.
As with dogs from other working
breeds, the Australian Cattle Dog
is energetic and intelligent with an
independent streak. It responds well
to structured training, particularly if it
is interesting and challenging. It was
originally bred to herd by biting, and
is known to nip at running children.
It tends to form a strong attachment
to its owners, and can be protective
of them. It is easy to groom and
maintain, requiring little more than
brushing during the shedding period.
The most common health problems
are deafness and progressive
blindness (both hereditary conditions)
and accidental injury; otherwise, it is
a robust breed with a lifespan of 12 to
14 years.
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Update: Stan was adopted to foster
by Jo Smith, the volunteer who was
with him when he broke his leg.
He will spend the rest of his recovery
with Jo and her husband, Bob, until
he is well enough to be adopted by a
fur-ever family!
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