Australian Cattle Dog
Australian Cattle Dog, breed of herding dog. Sturdy, alert, and highly intelligent, this dog was developed in Australia in the 19th century to work cattle. The dogs stand 43 to 51 cm (17 to 20 in) at the shoulder and have erect ears, slightly curved tails, and dense short coats that range from red-spotted to blue-spotted white in color, sometimes with black and tan markings. The breed was recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1980.
