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Is an Alpine shepherd dog a better herding dog than a Australian Cattle Dog?
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∙ 12y ago
If you're talking about the Alpine Mastiff or Alpine Dachsbracke then NO. I've never heard of the Alpine shepherd dog. Alpine Mastiffs are Saint Bernards and Alpine Dachsbrackes are hunting dogs.
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What is the history of the Australian Shepherd?
Australian Shepherd is a descendant of dogs from Basque which were brought to Australia and US by the shepherds. It was later crossed with other Collie type dogs to create a dog with excellent herding skills. Initially Australian Shepherd was used for herding cattle.
What breed of dog is good for herding cattle?
Australian Kelpie, Australian Shepherd, border collie, bearded collie, English shepherd, Great Swiss Mountain Dog, Old English Sheepdog, Newfoundland, Australian Cattle dog, many other breeds as well.
What are some examples of dogs?
Some popular herding dogs include - Australian Shepherd - Australian Cattle Dog (Heeler) - Border Collie/ Collie - Corgi - Sheepdog
Which AKC group is the Australian Cattle Dog in?
The Australian Cattle Dog is in the AKC Herding Group.
Where did the Australian Shepherd breed originate?
Australian Shepherd is a descendant of dogs from Basque which were brought to Australia and US by the shepherds. It was later crossed with other Collie type dogs to create a dog with excellent herding skills. Initially Australian Shepherd was used for herding cattle.
What are some breeds of cattle dogs?
Cattle dogs are working dogs who help out on the farm. Australian Cattle Dog, Australian Shepherd, German Shepherd, and Border Collie are some of the most common cattle dogs.
What was the Australian Shepherd first bred for?
They were first bred to herd cattle.
Has anyone ever bred a German shepherd dog with an Australian cattle dog?
its a possibility
What dog is born without a tail?
Stumpy tail cattle dog Australian shepherd Laika
What does herding cattle mean?
The term herding cattle means to gather cattle into a group. This is working together to drive individual cattle from one place to another.
The herding of cattle from Texas to the north was named?
A cattle drive.
Do bulldogs herd sheep?
They are generally not a great herding breed, and are more aggressive. I guess they COULD, but I wouldn't try it. Try using a Border Collie, Australian Sheep Dog, or Australian Cattle Dog.
