Australian Cattle Dog

        In the Australian Cattle Dog’s country of origin, he is also called the Queensland Heeler.  He is a working dog, and he persuades cattle to move by nipping, barely, at their heels.  They love exercise, and are easily trainable.  They are pretty small, with the male being 18-20 inches, and the female being 17-19 inches.  They are also fairly light, with both genders of the breed weighing 35-44 pounds.  They are loyal as well as trainable, and are alert and trustworthy.