The Australian Cattle Dog originated in Australia & was developed by cross breeding a blue merle, smooth collie & dingo. The Aussie is used to herd Cattle.
COAT: Durable coated with the undercoat soft, furry & close.
The outercoat is flat, harsh, strong, & free from wooliness & curl.
Shedding is usually constant & heavy
TEMPERAMENT: Very aloof with other dogs or people
Can be very loving & loyal to the entire family
They
tend to pick one family member out from the others
Excellent guard dogs
Very vocal
Can be easily housebroken