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Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog

5.0 (1 reviews)Australia#552
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Key Takeaways

  • Medium breed belonging to the Working Dogs group, known for typical breed characteristics.
  • High-energy breed best suited for active owners who can provide plenty of daily exercise and mental stimulation.
  • Easy to train and a good choice for first-time owners; responds well to positive reinforcement.
  • Moderate shedder; requires regular weekly brushing to keep the coat healthy.

Quick Facts

Group

Working Dogs

Size

Medium

Life Span

11-15 years

Popularity

#552

Puppy Price

$500-$800

Energy Level

High

Shedding Level

Average

Trainability

Easy to Train

Common Names & Aliases

HeelerStumpyStumpy TailStumpy Tail Cattle Dog
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⚖️Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog Pros & Cons

Advantages

  • Grooming Requirements:Minimal grooming needs, low maintenance

  • Lifestyle Adaptability:Exceptionally adaptable, thrives anywhere

  • Child Compatibility:Excellent with children, patient and gentle

  • Training Difficulty:Exceptionally easy to train, learns quickly

  • Affection Level:Highly affectionate and loving companion

Disadvantages

  • Allergy Friendliness:Not hypoallergenic, may trigger allergies

  • Activity Requirement / Exercise Need:Very high exercise demands, needs athletic owner

  • Energy Rating:Very high energy, needs constant activity

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Price and Availability

Price Range

$500-$800

If you choose to purchase the Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog, you should know that the mentioned amount of money is an average of the collected data from breeders' sites and puppy finder places. If you have a Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog for sale, please advertise it on a reliable website to make sure the Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog gets to a happy place.

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Availability

2/5

Availability

Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

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History

The Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog is considered to be one of the oldest domesticated dog breeds indigenous to Australia. However, the breed's exact history is quite unknown, due to the lack of documentation and records.

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Recognition

Classifications

AKC Classification
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification
Not recognized by FCI.

This breed is recognized by the following organizations:

American Kennel Club
Fédération Cynologique Internationale
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Frequently Asked Questions

The Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog is not hypoallergenic, so it may trigger reactions in sensitive individuals.

The Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog extremely low-maintenance, requiring only occasional brushing.

The Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog sheds moderately and needs regular brushing to keep shedding under control.

The Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog is excellent with children, patient and gentle, making it a perfect family companion.

The Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog is generally good with other dogs when properly socialized.

The Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog demands extensive daily exercise and thrives with athletic activities like running or hiking.

The Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog is extremely energetic and needs constant activity throughout the day, ideal for very active owners who enjoy outdoor adventures.

The Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog is exceptionally easy to train, responds quickly to commands and learns new tricks effortlessly.

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Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog Comments, Reviews and Questions

Lady B

2022-10-03

Amazing and intelligent companion. Yes she's independent and prefers to sleep alone under her bed- but she still comes up for cuddles and is so in tune with my emotions.

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