{"id":125924,"date":"2023-01-27T05:46:49","date_gmt":"2023-01-27T05:46:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-an-australian-cattle-dog-a-good-family-dog\/"},"modified":"2023-01-28T10:51:22","modified_gmt":"2023-01-28T10:51:22","slug":"is-an-australian-cattle-dog-a-good-family-dog","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-an-australian-cattle-dog-a-good-family-dog\/","title":{"rendered":"Is an Australian Cattle Dog a good family dog?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_17 counter-hierarchy counter-decimal ez-toc-grey\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-an-australian-cattle-dog-a-good-family-dog\/#Is_an_Australian_cattle_dog_a_good_family_dog\" title=\"Is an Australian cattle dog a good family dog?\">Is an Australian cattle dog a good family dog?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-an-australian-cattle-dog-a-good-family-dog\/#What_is_the_demeanor_of_an_Australian_cattle_dog\" title=\"What is the demeanor of an Australian cattle dog?\">What is the demeanor of an Australian cattle dog?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-an-australian-cattle-dog-a-good-family-dog\/#Are_Australian_cattle_dogs_easy\" title=\"Are Australian cattle dogs easy?\">Are Australian cattle dogs easy?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-an-australian-cattle-dog-a-good-family-dog\/#Are_heelers_a_good_family_dog\" title=\"Are heelers a good family dog?\">Are heelers a good family dog?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-an-australian-cattle-dog-a-good-family-dog\/#Are_Australian_cattle_dogs_barkers\" title=\"Are Australian cattle dogs barkers?\">Are Australian cattle dogs barkers?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-an-australian-cattle-dog-a-good-family-dog\/#Is_an_Australian_cattle_dog_a_good_dog\" title=\"Is an Australian cattle dog a good dog?\">Is an Australian cattle dog a good dog?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-an-australian-cattle-dog-a-good-family-dog\/#Are_Australian_cattle_dogs_good_with_people\" title=\"Are Australian cattle dogs good with people?\">Are Australian cattle dogs good with people?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-an-australian-cattle-dog-a-good-family-dog\/#What_do_Australian_cattle_dogs_like\" title=\"What do Australian cattle dogs like?\">What do Australian cattle dogs like?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-an-australian-cattle-dog-a-good-family-dog\/#What_is_the_demeanor_of_a_blue_heeler\" title=\"What is the demeanor of a blue heeler?\">What is the demeanor of a blue heeler?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-an-australian-cattle-dog-a-good-family-dog\/#Are_Cattle_Dogs_tough\" title=\"Are Cattle Dogs tough?\">Are Cattle Dogs tough?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-an-australian-cattle-dog-a-good-family-dog\/#Are_heelers_a_good_dog\" title=\"Are heelers a good dog?\">Are heelers a good dog?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-an-australian-cattle-dog-a-good-family-dog\/#Are_Blue_Heelers_well_behaved\" title=\"Are Blue Heelers well behaved?\">Are Blue Heelers well behaved?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-an-australian-cattle-dog-a-good-family-dog\/#Is_a_cattle_dog_a_good_family_dog\" title=\"Is a cattle dog a good family dog?\">Is a cattle dog a good family dog?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-an-australian-cattle-dog-a-good-family-dog\/#Are_Blue_Heelers_aggressive\" title=\"Are Blue Heelers aggressive?\">Are Blue Heelers aggressive?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-an-australian-cattle-dog-a-good-family-dog\/#Are_Australian_cattle_dogs_loud\" title=\"Are Australian cattle dogs loud?\">Are Australian cattle dogs loud?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-an-australian-cattle-dog-a-good-family-dog\/#Do_Australian_cattle_dogs_shed_a_lot\" title=\"Do Australian cattle dogs shed a lot?\">Do Australian cattle dogs shed a lot?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-an-australian-cattle-dog-a-good-family-dog\/#Why_does_my_Australian_cattle_dog_bark_at_me\" title=\"Why does my Australian cattle dog bark at me?\">Why does my Australian cattle dog bark at me?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-an-australian-cattle-dog-a-good-family-dog\/#Is_an_Australian_Cattle_Dog_a_good_family_dog\" title=\"Is an Australian Cattle Dog a good family dog?\">Is an Australian Cattle Dog a good family dog?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-an-australian-cattle-dog-a-good-family-dog\/#Are_Australian_cattle_dogs_smart\" title=\"Are Australian cattle dogs smart?\">Are Australian cattle dogs smart?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-an-australian-cattle-dog-a-good-family-dog\/#Are_Australian_cattle_dogs_cuddly\" title=\"Are Australian cattle dogs cuddly?\">Are Australian cattle dogs cuddly?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-an-australian-cattle-dog-a-good-family-dog\/#Do_Cattle_Dogs_have_a_favorite_person\" title=\"Do Cattle Dogs have a favorite person?\">Do Cattle Dogs have a favorite person?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-an-australian-cattle-dog-a-good-family-dog\/#Are_Australian_cattle_dogs_needy\" title=\"Are Australian cattle dogs needy?\">Are Australian cattle dogs needy?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-an-australian-cattle-dog-a-good-family-dog\/#What_do_Australian_cattle_dogs_eat\" title=\"What do Australian cattle dogs eat?\">What do Australian cattle dogs eat?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-an-australian-cattle-dog-a-good-family-dog\/#How_do_Blue_Heelers_show_affection\" title=\"How do Blue Heelers show affection?\">How do Blue Heelers show affection?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-an-australian-cattle-dog-a-good-family-dog\/#Do_Blue_Heelers_have_attitude\" title=\"Do Blue Heelers have attitude?\">Do Blue Heelers have attitude?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_an_Australian_cattle_dog_a_good_family_dog\"><\/span>Is an Australian cattle dog a good family dog?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Children And Other Pets <b>The Australian Cattle Dog is good family dog, but he does best with children if he&#8217;s raised with them and accepts them early on as members of his household. In such cases, he&#8217;s very playful and protective.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_demeanor_of_an_Australian_cattle_dog\"><\/span>What is the demeanor of an Australian cattle dog?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Bred to perform demanding tasks, the Australian cattle dog is <b>extremely alert, intelligent, watchful and courageous. Highly trustworthy and reliable, they have a tenacious sense of duty. Loyal to their owners and wary of strangers, they are fiercely protective when used as a watch dog, although they are not barkers.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><strong>Also Read: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-australian-cattle-dog-mix-good-dogs\/\">Are Australian cattle dog mix good dogs?<\/a><strong><br \/>\n<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_Australian_cattle_dogs_easy\"><\/span>Are Australian cattle dogs easy?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Although Australian Cattle dogs are easy to train, they still have a tendency to be stand-offish, or suspicious of new situations and people. This could lead them to need extra understanding and encouragement at times. Sometimes when they are acting protective you may think that they are being aggressive.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-198864\" src=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Are-Australian-cattle-dogs-easy.jpg\" alt=\"Are Australian cattle dogs easy?\" width=\"1201\" height=\"849\" srcset=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Are-Australian-cattle-dogs-easy.jpg 1201w, https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Are-Australian-cattle-dogs-easy-300x212.jpg 300w, https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Are-Australian-cattle-dogs-easy-1024x724.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Are-Australian-cattle-dogs-easy-768x543.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1201px) 100vw, 1201px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_heelers_a_good_family_dog\"><\/span>Are heelers a good family dog?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The Australian Cattle Dog: Family Dog and Intelligent Companion. Australian Cattle Dogs, also called Blue Heelers, are extremely alert, pleasant pups with keen intelligence and a fierce sense of loyalty. These faithful friends are not considered aggressive and <b>can be an excellent fit for families with kids<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_Australian_cattle_dogs_barkers\"><\/span>Are Australian cattle dogs barkers?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Although Australian Cattle dogs are easy to train, they still have a tendency to be stand-offish, or suspicious of new situations and people. This could lead them to need extra understanding and encouragement at times. Sometimes when they are acting protective you may think that they are being aggressive.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_an_Australian_cattle_dog_a_good_dog\"><\/span>Is an Australian cattle dog a good dog?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Bred to perform demanding tasks, the Australian cattle dog is extremely alert, intelligent, watchful and courageous. Highly trustworthy and reliable, they have a tenacious sense of duty. Loyal to their owners and wary of strangers, they are fiercely protective when used as a watch dog, although <b>they are not barkers<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_Australian_cattle_dogs_good_with_people\"><\/span>Are Australian cattle dogs good with people?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Australian Cattle Dogs, also called Blue Heelers, are extremely alert, pleasant pups with keen intelligence and a fierce sense of loyalty. These faithful friends are not considered aggressive and <b>can be an excellent fit for families with kids<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_do_Australian_cattle_dogs_like\"><\/span>What do Australian cattle dogs like?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Children And Other Pets <b>The Australian Cattle Dog is good family dog, but he does best with children if he&#8217;s raised with them and accepts them early on as members of his household. In such cases, he&#8217;s very playful and protective.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_demeanor_of_a_blue_heeler\"><\/span>What is the demeanor of a blue heeler?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Early socialization and obedience training are a must for the Australian Cattle Dog. The ACD is a highly intelligent, energetic breed that is only really happy when on the job. Therefore, <b>continuing training and participation in activities such as obedience, herding, or agility is highly recommended.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_Cattle_Dogs_tough\"><\/span>Are Cattle Dogs tough?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Children And Other Pets <b>The Australian Cattle Dog is good family dog, but he does best with children if he&#8217;s raised with them and accepts them early on as members of his household. In such cases, he&#8217;s very playful and protective.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/1hQJSxHVARM\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_heelers_a_good_dog\"><\/span>Are heelers a good dog?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Australian Cattle Dogs, also called Blue Heelers, are extremely alert, pleasant pups with keen intelligence and a fierce sense of loyalty. These faithful friends are not considered aggressive and <b>can be an excellent fit for families with kids<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_Blue_Heelers_well_behaved\"><\/span>Are Blue Heelers well behaved?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Can you shave a Blue Heeler? <b>Blue Heelers should not be shaved. Their thick double coat is designed to regulate body temperature and to protect them from the elements. Once the coat is shaved, the dog has no protection, which could lead to sunburn and numerous injuries, and the coat may not grow back normally.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_a_cattle_dog_a_good_family_dog\"><\/span>Is a cattle dog a good family dog?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The Australian Cattle Dog is <b>good family dog, but he does best with children if he&#8217;s raised with them and accepts them early on as members of his household. In such cases, he&#8217;s very playful and protective.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_Blue_Heelers_aggressive\"><\/span>Are Blue Heelers aggressive?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Are They Aggressive Dogs? <b>Blue Heelers have one of the worst reputations among any breed for biting people. In particular, it is well known that a Blue Heeler will let anyone into a house, yet not let him or her out. They will attack the person&#8217;s heel, true to the name heeler.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_Australian_cattle_dogs_loud\"><\/span>Are Australian cattle dogs loud?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Australian Cattle Dogs are often too quick to sound the alarm at every new sight and sound. This breed should should not be left outside in your yard, unsupervised. To make matters worse, some Cattle Dogs have intense, high-pitched barks that can set your teeth on edge.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_Australian_cattle_dogs_shed_a_lot\"><\/span>Do Australian cattle dogs shed a lot?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>The typical Australian Cattle Dog doesn&#8217;t shed year-round, but instead he blows his coat once or twice a year (think of a snowstorm). In just a few weeks, the undercoat sheds in clumps. The Australian Cattle Dog&#8217;s coloring is blue or red speckle.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_Australian_cattle_dog_bark_at_me\"><\/span>Why does my Australian cattle dog bark at me?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Australian Cattle Dogs bark <b>when they feel threatened by the sight or sound of approaching danger. But, they do not normally bark a lot except when playing chase or fetch.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-198865 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Why-does-my-Australian-cattle-dog-bark-at-me.png\" alt=\"Why does my Australian cattle dog bark at me?\" width=\"1052\" height=\"701\" srcset=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Why-does-my-Australian-cattle-dog-bark-at-me.png 900w, https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Why-does-my-Australian-cattle-dog-bark-at-me-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Why-does-my-Australian-cattle-dog-bark-at-me-768x512.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1052px) 100vw, 1052px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_an_Australian_Cattle_Dog_a_good_family_dog\"><\/span>Is an Australian Cattle Dog a good family dog?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Children And Other Pets <b>The Australian Cattle Dog is good family dog, but he does best with children if he&#8217;s raised with them and accepts them early on as members of his household. In such cases, he&#8217;s very playful and protective.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_Australian_cattle_dogs_smart\"><\/span>Are Australian cattle dogs smart?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Although Australian Cattle dogs are easy to train, they still have a tendency to be stand-offish, or suspicious of new situations and people. This could lead them to need extra understanding and encouragement at times. Sometimes when they are acting protective you may think that they are being aggressive.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_Australian_cattle_dogs_cuddly\"><\/span>Are Australian cattle dogs cuddly?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Children And Other Pets <b>The Australian Cattle Dog is good family dog, but he does best with children if he&#8217;s raised with them and accepts them early on as members of his household. In such cases, he&#8217;s very playful and protective.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_Cattle_Dogs_have_a_favorite_person\"><\/span>Do Cattle Dogs have a favorite person?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Australian Cattle Dogs are <b>not known for being an affectionate breed like many others, and this is because they like to have their own independence. However, they can still develop a strong bond with their wonders, but they do not like to cuddle.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_Australian_cattle_dogs_needy\"><\/span>Are Australian cattle dogs needy?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Breeds like German Shepherds and Australian cattle dogs also <b>become clingy because of their selective breeding to work closely with their owners. Sick or old dogs: When dogs become sick or old they become clingier. Sick dogs who are in pain or don&#8217;t feel good feel comforted when close to their owners.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_do_Australian_cattle_dogs_eat\"><\/span>What do Australian cattle dogs eat?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The Australian Cattle Dog is <b>extremely loyal to their human, loves herding animals, and is good with small children (though not too small as they like to herd by nipping at heels). They have a ton of energy and love to play and run. Though they&#8217;re extremely loyal to their family, they can be a bit wary of strangers.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_Blue_Heelers_show_affection\"><\/span>How do Blue Heelers show affection?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>To cook for your dog, <b>combine 50 percent human-grade animal protein, such as muscle and organ meats, poultry, or oily fish including salmon and tuna, with 25 percent slow-burning, complex carbohydrates. Good sources of carbohydrates include sweet potato, brown rice, barley and quinoa.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_Blue_Heelers_have_attitude\"><\/span>Do Blue Heelers have attitude?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Temperament. Your blue heeler has <b>strong herding and guarding instincts. The blue heeler forms strong bonds with his family and is protective and affectionate. 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