Australian Cattle dogs are hard working, bright, and exceptionally loyal pets. For this guide, Katherine Buetow, an active participant in the Australian Cattle Dog Club of America and columnist for the "AKC Gazette", turns her passion and academic knowledge of dogs to the care of his hearty breed. Photos.
This book examines the rugged dog developed to work in and survive the harsh conditions of the outback, and the breed's evolving global popularity. The authors trace the dog's roots, discuss choice and rearing, and highlight the principles of training.
This relatively new breed was recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1980, though its ancestors have been working on Australian ranches since early in this century. The sturdy, active Australian Cattle Dog was bred from Collies, Dalmatians, and the native Australian Dingo, and is noted for its loyalty and protective instincts. Here is advice on ...
This sturdy, active canine is an excellent working dog, noted for its loyalty and protective instincts toward its master. Barron's extensive line of "Complete Pet Owner's Manuals" advise current and soon-to-be pet owners on the care of dogs and cats of virtually all recognized breeds, as well as on birds, reptiles, amphibians, fish, small mammals, ...
Binding: hardcover, 7¼" x 9½", with dust jacket
Publisher: Currawong Press, publishers, French's Forest, Sydney-ISBN: 0730102270...
Date Published: 1987
ISBN-13:9780730102274ISBN:0730102270
Description: VERY GOOD book in VERY GOOD unclipped dust jacket. 128 pages. Fanciers of Australian dogs appreciate their keen intelligence, active demeanour and personality-this book features Australian Terriers, Australian Silky Terriers, Australian Cattle Dog & Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog, Kelpie, Dingo, Kangaroo Hound, and German Collie. Learn of their special qualities and standards, and how to care for them (though all are hardy dogs). Many photographs. read more
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