From the Australian Cattle Dog to the Smithfield Dog, here are five Australian herding dog breeds that are helping farmers ...

Blue Heeler ranks 10th on the list of the most intelligent dog breeds based on how obedient they are when trained. Inherent Working and Herding Instincts Australian Cattle Dogs are herding dogs with ...

In the world of herding, two breeds stand out from the rest: the Border Collie and the Australian Cattle Dog. Both are renowned for their intelligence, agility, and obedience, but which one reigns ...

History The Australian Cattle Dog, also known as the Blue Heeler or Queensland Heeler, owes its existence to the necessity of developing a breed that could handle the rough terrain and harsh climate ...

Adorable Australian Cattle Dog with tongue out in a sunny outdoor setting. Photo by marco allasio Also known as the Blue Heeler or Queensland Heeler, the Australian Cattle Dog excels in herding ...

(Image credit: Alamy) Related to Australia's famous wild dog, the dingo, the Australian Cattle Dog is also known as a blue, red or Queensland heeler. These sturdy, muscular dogs are known for their ...

Blue Heelers, which ran for 12 years from 1994 to 2006 on the Seven network starred a large cast of fan favourites including Lisa McCune, Julie Nihill and John Wood.

The blue or red speckled coat helps the Blue Heeler blend into the outback. That’s a useful trait when herding, so the cattle don’t get spooked easily. A dog that blends in causes less stress.