If you are buying a pet, avoid strictly working lines, as these dogs may be too active and intense for home life. Australian Cattle Dogs are very easy to train. They are not barkers. Living Conditions Not recommended for apartment life and does best with at least a large yard. These animals have incredible stamina and will enjoy all the activity you can give them.
Exercise is of paramount importance - without enough they can become bored and destructive.
About 12-15 years. Just comb and brush with a firm bristle brush, and bathe only when necessary. This breed is an average shedder. The Australian Cattle Dog was developed by pioneer settlers in the 19th century to herd cattle on large ranches. Dogs the settlers brought with them from Europe, then called Blue Heelers, were not able to handle the long distances and inhospitable climate of the new continent.