The Basenji is a very ancient breed. It has been a native of Africa since written history began. This unique dog has characteristics which are quite individual to the breed and are not found in any other domesticated dog. For one thing, it is considered a barkless dog, it "yodels" or "purrs" when contented and "wails" when distressed.
The Basenji is more catlike in some of its mannerisms...
When looking for which dog breed to choose for your family, there are always several issues to take into consideration. Jesse and Harley, who are brother and sister, are the first Australian shepherd dogs we've had in our family, and I must say, I am very impressed by this breed of dog.
When Harley was a puppy and had chewed her squeaky ball to a frazzle, I put it in the bathroom sink to...
In the days when pit fighting was an accepted "sport" in the country of Great Britain and later in America, Pitbulls of various origins were the dogs of choice for this activity.
To a large extent, the original "bulldog" was one of the foundation breeds of dogs of this type. One of the functions of the of the "bulldog" was to hang onto the bull, to worry the bull and not let go once the dog...
Dog Breed Name:
Australian cattle dog
Dog Type:
AKC herding
Breed Size:
Medium
Average Adult Height:
20 inches
Average Adult Weight:
35 lbs
Availability:
The specie is easily available and can be found from Australia much easily.
Overview:
The dog which came into existence in the early nineteenth century is regarded as a very powerful and an intelligent...
The Australian Shepherd is a member of the Herding Dog Group. A medium sized dog known for his herding and guarding abilities. He is very family loyal and very intelligent. This dog needs a great deal of exercise, mental and physical. Could the Aussie be the right dog breed for you? Choosing the right breed dog is very important for you and for your dog. Here are the Australian Shepherd dog...
Proudly Australian, this little terrier evolved from a variety of British terriers that had been brought out by settlers. Specifically bred for Australian conditions, this tough little terrier was used for everything from guarding the farms and mines to hunting, and from tending the sheep to killing rats and snakes.
Origin:
The origins of the Australian Terrier are not documented but it is...
The Australian Shepherd dog, also commonly called Aussie, is a relatively small working dog that was originally developed on ranches in Western USA. It acquired the Australian part of its name when shepherds from Australia came to USA. During the second World War this breed grew in popularity, and the public grew to know them when they appeared on rodeos, in TV shows and Disney movies.
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The Queensland Blue Heeler was the original name of the Australian Cattle Dog. In 1813 in Australia, when the crossing of the Great Dividing Range had been accomplished and the vast ranges of Queensland were settled, thousands of small ranchers had a great need for a cattle drover that could withstand the punishing temperatures extremes of weather.
Without fencing it was vital to have a dog...
The oldest dog on record was an Australian Cattle Dog named Bluey. Bluey lived to be almost 30 years old. That figure is in human years.Dogs mature more rapidly than humans. According to dog age experts, a one-year-old dog is really about age 15 in human equivalent years. The average life expectancy of The Australian Cattle Dog is about 12-15 years.
Bluey was exceptional in that he outlived...
The Australian Cattle Dog, or Blue Heeler, is also known as the Australian Heeler, Hall's Heeler, Queensland Heeler, or Red Heeler. The term "heeler" refers to the breed's instinct to snap and bite at the heels of the animals they are herding.
They have alert and happy facial expressions, pointed ears, and although they appear small, they are muscular and agile. They come in a mixture of...
