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6 Things That Australian Cattle Dog Lovers Have in Common

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6 Things That Australian Cattle Dog Lovers Have in Common

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By Kiki Kane

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Whether you call them cattle dogs, blue heelers, red heelers, or Queensland heelers, these smart little dogs are well-known for their beautiful coats, high energy, and high intelligence.

The people who are attracted to these brilliant puppers share many of their finest qualities— independent, adventuresome, and up for interesting challenges.

1. Cattle dog lovers are always up for adventure

Missing our adventures in Sweden last summer ??❤ #paul #weeklyfluff #petstagram #dogstagram #bestwoof #bestofpack #exellent_dogs #adventuredog #ruffwear #ruffpost #huffpostgram #campingwithdogs #hikingwithdogs #dogsthathike #hikingwithheelers #cutepetclub #acd #heelergram #heeler #cattledog #ilovemydog #instadog

A post shared by Maya & Paul (@missmiau) on Feb 19, 2017 at 12:07pm PST


Bred to work sunrise to sunset in a hot Australian climate, the cattle dog is a perfect hiking or running companion for a fit and busy family.

2. Heeler fans are smart cookies

HUCKLEBERRY save me! #shastalake #lakeshasta #mydogisbetterthanyours #happydog #puppy #smalldogs #tinydogs #cutedog #dogsofinstagram #petsofinstagram #acd #cattledog #cattledogproblems

A post shared by PippaMouse Hamilton (@tiny_pippamouse) on Jul 14, 2017 at 2:44pm PDT


Heelers are the 10th smartest dog breed, according to Stanley Coren’s ranking. Their owners know it’s true!

3. Heeler people are independent thinkers

Bom dia sertanejos ?? borá pro pega que o sabadão só tá começando ? ?O̸͟͞L̸͟͞D̸͟͞ B̸͟͞U̸͟͞L̸͟͞L̸͟͞ ? •• ótimo final de semana •• ✨ ??God Bless us ?? ➰ ✅Foto vimos lá no insta dos amigos @americanwestbr

A post shared by ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀OLD BULL ® (@old_bull_) on Jul 15, 2017 at 4:25am PDT


Bred to work, often at a distance, cattle dogs can solve problems on their own, which can be a positive or a negative, depending on what they’re trying to accomplish!

The same goes for their humans.

4. Cattle dog folks love their family

Brotherly love! . . . #reunitedatlast #twins #brothers #puppyfun #acd #australiancattledog #blueheeler #blueheelerlove #dogsofistagram #dogs #playfighting #heelergram

A post shared by Russ.the.heeler (@russ.the.heeler) on Jul 15, 2017 at 10:11am PDT


Heelers are dedicated to their family but can be protective around strangers.

5. They like to keep busy

I was challenged by @lifewithzeusanddiesel to do #my4favouritethings These are 4 of my 'naughty things.' 1. Destroyer of balls. 2. I don't chase balls but grab & hide them until l can destroy. 3. Dislike my blue piggy – will destroy him if I get the chance. 4. Dislike the Postman's noisy bike. I would chase him away if I got near him. Mum calls me Shifty – but I'm happy with that. ??. #cattledog #blueheeler #heeler #australiancattledog #acd #heelersofinstagram #blueheelersofinstagram #cattledogsofinstagram #queenslandheeler #queenslandblueheeler #hugaheeler #ilovemydog #ilovemyheeler #ilovemyblueheeler #naughtyheeler #naughtydog #balldestroyer #shifty ??

A post shared by Ellie's Mate (@elliesmate) on Jan 26, 2017 at 3:16pm PST


The saying “A tired dog is a happy dog” could have been written about cattle dogs—and their people.

6. Cattle dog lovers are experienced dog people


Heelers are high energy and intelligent dogs that blossom with a job of some kind. This breed is perfect for experienced owners but may be a little too much for a first-time family.

Featured image: Oatbreath

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Kiki Kane

Kiki Kane is a canine chef, professional blogger, and lifelong animal lover owned by a Frenchie-Boston mix named Bea Pickles and a geriatric kitty named Mogwai. As a dog chef and member of Rover's Dog People Panel, she creates original dog-friendly recipes for the web series Kiki's Canine Kitchen.

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