Please only answer if you have had or know the Australian Cattle dog breed!?
Topics: Dog Breeds | 4 Comments »By admin | March 4, 2010
I just got an australian cattle dog puppy from a rescue shelter..he’s absolutely adorable, and 5 months old. I’ve been reading a lot about the breed and I just really want to do everything I can to make sure that he doesn’t become aggressive and mean, because obviously my family would have to give him up.
(I bought him and I’m going to be taking care of him) if you have had an ACD could you give me some helpful training tips?
Thanks
Posted by Emilie, on 03.04.10 9:22 pm
Why would he become aggressive and mean????
Don’t exercise a lot before a year old, to avoid problems, so no jogging or whatever. Be firm, enroll in an obedience class asap. Teach him not to nip ever.
I don’t really know what you want to know, but just email me with any questions you have if you’d like.
Posted by Aussies are my ♥ Dogs on 03.04.10 10:01 pm
ACD don’t really make great pets for the typical dog owner, because they are really driven to work.
That said, just make sure that his dog gets TONS of exercise, and make sure that you enroll in as many obedience classes as you can. Try to join a sport like flyball or agility.
Posted by ralasinchains on 03.04.10 10:26 pm
They are going to bite its hard to curb that. They nibble they are not aggressive though. Don’t let the dog be the boss you are the owner it is the dog and don’t forget that. I recommend letting the dog get familiar with kids but don’t let them pull on it. Show it kids are awesome give it a treat every time it gets around kids. Not much I can say besides that.
Posted by Lizzie on 03.04.10 10:54 pm
These dogs are incredibly bright, extremely loyal, affectionate, fun-loving and tend to need a lot of exercise. You have to exercise their minds, too, so training is an absolute must. Stock up on hard chew items from the pet store or internet pet supply places because ACDs love to chew. Also, while the dog is occupied with a sturdy chew or stuffed Kong toy, you can do your homework or maybe watch TV. Go for agility training if you can. ACDs are quick and very agile.
For now, stand behind the dog so it can’t see you and make a loud or strange noise with your mouth (meow like a cat?) to see if your dog reacts. Many ACDs are completely or partially deaf. If you think your dog is deaf, go to the DDEAF website or just do a search on “deaf dogs.” There is a load of information out there. Deaf dogs can be trained and make great pets. The websites will teach you how and answer many questions you may have.
Best of luck with your new and wonderful best friend.