The oldest dog on record was an Australian Cattle Dog named Bluey.
Bluey lived almost 30 years. That figure is in human years.
Dogs mature faster than humans.
According to dog age experts, a year-old dog is actually around 15 years old.
in human equivalent years. The average life expectancy of The Australian
Cattle Shepherd is between 12 and 15 years old.
Bluey was exceptional in that she survived all the online life expectancy calculations. It may have been her diet or her genetics. Dogs’ life expectancy increases dramatically due to better diets, better medical care, and better living conditions.
Bluey was put to sleep on November 14, 1939 at the age of 29 years and 5 months.
The official AKC breed name for the Bluey is “Australian Cattle Dog.” sometimes these
The dogs are called “heelers” because they were developed in Australia to control
won. The dogs were trained to herd cattle by nibbling and nipping at their heels.
Ancestors:
Bluey’s ancestors are collies, Dalmatians, and the native Australian Dingo.
Bluey was heavier and more muscular than his Border Collie ancestor.
ACD has been working on Australian ranches since the beginning of this century.
Bred to withstand extreme temperatures and the ingenuity to forage for
feeding like a wild dog made the ACD a very independent pet.
Physical characteristics:
The coat is smooth with a double layer that makes it resistant to
items. The breed is constantly shedding and requires regular brushing.
Bluey and her race are:
- Robust and compact sheepdogs
- well developed muscles
- Powerful, strong and agile
Size and height:
- Weighs around 32-35 pounds
- Height 17-20 inches.
The breed is medium in size.
Personality:
Bluey and his breed are very good with the children of the family. This breed has a nature
protective instinct. They are very loyal dogs and easy to train. These dogs need
to attend dog obedience classes. As a result of their dog obedience classes, they
they will be absolutely obedient companions.
The ACD tends to show some aggressive tendencies towards loud and foreign sounds.
children who tend to make fun of the animal. These dogs will nip at people’s heels
and children due to their inherent “heeler” traits. they may be suspicious
both individuals and other dogs.
This breed needs regular exercise. A daily walk will keep the dog satisfied. this breed is
very easy to train. The dog wants to keep busy, so involve him in stimulating activities.
activities like “fetch” or frisbee.
Give the Australian Cattle Dog a toy and he will play with the toy until it is completely destroyed. They will run and bring sticks, balls and even cans. The breed is fun and playful and makes excellent companionship with children.
Physical adaptations:
- It requires a large open yard.
- It barks at any change in the environment.
- Needs attention.
When an Australian Cattle Dog is bored, it tends to become destructive.
The dog will destroy any object left in its area. CDA is very
active dog and wants to run and jump in open areas.
Health problems:
Genetic health problems may include the following:
- Deafness
- Progressive retinal atrophy (causes blindness)
- hip dysplasia,
- Temperament abnormalities.
- attention deficit disorders
Few ACD owners complain of loneliness or lack of companionship with this breed.
The CDA wants love and attention and will return it tenfold. bluey is not
already with us but the ACD breed, Australian Cattle Dog is one of the most popular dogs in the United States and the United Kingdom.