The Australian Cattle Dog is a result of crossing the Dingo breed native to Australia with domestic breeds such as the Collie, Bull Terrier, and Kelpie. This cross between the sturdy and active Dingoes with domestic breeds like the Collies resulted in the loyal, energetic, and intelligent breed that is the Blue heeler.
Australian Cattle Dogs cost between $800 and $5,000. They are energetic and are not suited to live in the city or suburbs, with children or other pets. They are not very friendly to strangers either, which results in their lower demand and relatively cheaper price. They need a lot of food to keep up with their intense energy, but don't require much grooming since they will get dirty often. However, training is a must, so expect to pay around $300 per month for maintenance costs.
