Dog Breeds: Herding Group
Australian Cattle Dog (Blue Heeler)

Photo by Maud Slaats on Unsplash

Photo by Maud Slaats on Unsplash

 

Key Attributes:

  • Average Lifespan: 12-15 years

  • Average Weight: 35-50 pounds

  • Barking Level: Low-Medium

  • Cat Friendliness: Low-Medium

  • Dog Friendliness: Medium

  • Drooling Levels: Low

  • Exercise Needs: High

  • Family Affection: Semi-Independent

  • Kid Friendliness: Medium

  • Shedding Level: Medium

  • Stranger Friendliness: Medium

  • Trainability: Responds well to training