
Australian Cattle Dog
A.K.A. :ACD, Cattle Dog, Blue Heeler, Red Heeler, Queensland Heeler
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Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
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Playful
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Good with other pets
Good with children
Good with strangers
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Overview: | Though native to Australia, the Australian Cattle Dog is used on farms all over the world. They have a need for lots of activity and enjoy herding just about anything they can find. |
Breed Group: | Herding |
Weight (lbs): | 35-45 |
Height (in): | male:18-20, female:17-19 |
Colors: | Blue or blue-mottled with or without other markings; Red speckled. Puppies born white, but get color within a few weeks. |
Coat: | The outer layer is weather-resistant, short and rough. The inner layer is thick and short. |
Character: | Australian Cattle Dogs are intelligent and very eager to work. They're loyal and very rarely bark |
Temperament: | This breed is great with other dogs and children, if adequate socialization has occurred early on. |
Care: | The Australian Cattle Dog requires occasional brushing and combing. |
Training: | This breed is very intelligent and, therefore, trains quite easily. Keep him well occupied with opportunities for interactive play. |
Activity: | The Blue Heeler needs a lot of exercise. |
Country of Origin: | Australia |
Health Issue: | This breed is prone to hip dysplasia, progressive retinal atrophy, and deafness. |
Life Expectancy: | 12-15 |
Australian Cattle Dog Puppies for saleSee all puppies for sale
Blue Heeler

Australian Cattle Dog
Male, 8 Weeks Old
USA ATGLEN, PA, USA
Date listed: 09/26/2025
This sweet Blue Heeler is looking for a loving FURever family! Will come to you with a one-year genetic health guarantee, a vet issued health certificate and will be up to date on...
Blue Heeler

Australian Cattle Dog
Male, 8 Weeks Old
USA ATGLEN, PA, USA
Date listed: 09/26/2025
This sweet Blue Heeler is looking for a loving FURever family! Will come to you with a one-year genetic health guarantee, a vet issued health certificate and will be up to date on...
Blue Heeler

Australian Cattle Dog
Male, 8 Weeks Old
USA ATGLEN, PA, USA
Date listed: 09/26/2025
This sweet Blue Heeler is looking for a loving FURever family! Will come to you with a one-year genetic health guarantee, a vet issued health certificate and will be up to date on...
Blue Heeler

Australian Cattle Dog
Male, 8 Weeks Old
USA ATGLEN, PA, USA
Date listed: 09/26/2025
This sweet Blue Heeler is looking for a loving FURever family! Will come to you with a one-year genetic health guarantee, a vet issued health certificate and will be up to date on...
Blue Heeler

Australian Cattle Dog
Male, 8 Weeks Old
USA ATGLEN, PA, USA
Date listed: 09/26/2025
This sweet Blue Heeler is looking for a loving FURever family! Will come to you with a one-year genetic health guarantee, a vet issued health certificate and will be up to date on...
Blue Heeler

Australian Cattle Dog
Female, 8 Weeks Old
USA ATGLEN, PA, USA
Date listed: 09/26/2025
This sweet Blue Heeler is looking for a loving FURever family! Will come to you with a one-year genetic health guarantee, a vet issued health certificate and will be up to date on...
Blue Heeler

Australian Cattle Dog
Female, 8 Weeks Old
USA ATGLEN, PA, USA
Date listed: 09/26/2025
This sweet Blue Heeler is looking for a loving FURever family! Will come to you with a one-year genetic health guarantee, a vet issued health certificate and will be up to date on...
Australian Cattle Dog for Sale

Australian Cattle Dog
Female, 4 Months Old
USA POST FALLS, ID, USA
Date listed: 09/23/2025
Have a wonderful Australian Cattle dog puppy that needs a forever home. She was born May 9th. She's playful and affectionate and is doing well learning to be house trained.
Blue Heeler puppies

Australian Cattle Dog
Male(s) and Female(s), 10 Weeks Old
USA MIDDLEBORO, MA, USA
Date listed: 09/17/2025
Blue Heeler puppies Males and females Farm-raised Well-socialized Extremely loyal companion Great working dogs Contact Contact Rose 401-524-8826 Located in Middleboro, Ma
Heeler Puppies

Australian Cattle Dog
Male(s) and Female(s), 16 Weeks Old
USA LAURENS, SC, USA
Date listed: 08/17/2025
6 Gorgeous Heeler puppies, three boys and three girls, out of our Red Heeler, Dani & our True Blue Heeler, Memphis, are looking for farms or active families with a lot of room...
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3 Australian Cattle Dog Boys Need Loving Home

Australian Cattle Dog
Male, Baby
USA RIVERSIDE, CA, USA
Date listed: 09/15/2025
We have three adorable Purebred Australian Cattle Dog puppies—El Hefe, Sweetheart, and Black Boots—looking for their forever families. Born on June 28th right here in our...
CHEESE - Queensland Heeler (medium coat) Dog For Adoption

Australian Cattle Dog
Male, Adult
USA Ogden, UT, USA
Date listed: 10/01/2025
Dog Breed: Queensland Heeler (medium coat).
*ROWDY - Queensland Heeler (medium coat) Dog For Adoption

Australian Cattle Dog
Male, Young
USA Sacramento, CA, USA
Date listed: 10/01/2025
Dog Breed: Queensland Heeler (medium coat). Rowdy has participated in shelter playgroups and may enjoy a compatible canine friend in his new home. He's also sharing his shelter...
FOXY - Queensland Heeler (medium coat) Dog For Adoption

Australian Cattle Dog
Female, Young
USA Riverside, CA, USA
Date listed: 10/01/2025
Dog Breed: Queensland Heeler (medium coat).
*LICH - Queensland Heeler (medium coat) Dog For Adoption

Australian Cattle Dog
Male, Young
USA Bakersfield, CA, USA
Date listed: 10/01/2025
Dog Breed: Queensland Heeler (medium coat).
DUSTY - Queensland Heeler (medium coat) Dog For Adoption

Australian Cattle Dog
Male, Adult
USA Santa Maria, CA, USA
Date listed: 10/01/2025
Dog Breed: Queensland Heeler (medium coat). Meet Dusty! This adorable Queensland Heeler is as sweet as they come. He loves going for walks and searching for all the best smells....
FRECKLES - Queensland Heeler (medium coat) Dog For Adoption

Australian Cattle Dog
Male, Adult
USA Ogden, UT, USA
Date listed: 07/30/2025
Dog Breed: Queensland Heeler (medium coat).
Ranger-TERRIFIC PAL - Queensland Heeler Dog For Adoption

Australian Cattle Dog
Male, Adult
USA Apple Valley, CA, USA
Date listed: 09/24/2025
Dog Breed: Queensland Heeler. Ranger is a bluetick heeler, 3 years old and 47 lbs. Friendly boy. He can walk well on a leash, and he was well behaved on his trip to the vet to get...
FALCON - Queensland Heeler (medium coat) Dog For Adoption

Australian Cattle Dog
Male, Senior
USA Santa Barbara, CA, USA
Date listed: 02/26/2025
Dog Breed: Queensland Heeler (medium coat). Meet FALCON Quiet gentle Falcon is part of a bonded pair with Olsa, who is most likely his daughter. They were left behind when the...
OLSA - Queensland Heeler (medium coat) Dog For Adoption

Australian Cattle Dog
Female, Senior
USA Santa Barbara, CA, USA
Date listed: 03/19/2025
Dog Breed: Queensland Heeler (medium coat). Meet OLSA Sweet Olsa is part of a bonded pair with Falcon, who is most likely her father. They were left behind when the family moved...
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