Dog breed catalog

Sheepdogs and Cattle Dogs (except Swiss Cattle Dogs)

AUSTRALIAN STUMPY TAIL CATTLE DOG

Classification	Code
1	FCI-Standard N° 351

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Use:

As the name implies the dog?s prime function, and one in which he has no peer, is the control and herding of cattle in both wide open and confined areas, as well as in harsh conditions. Always alert, extremely intelligent, watchful, courageous and trustworthy, with an implicit devotion to duty making it an ideal working cattle dog.

appearance:

Shall be that of a well proportioned working dog, rather square in profile with a hard-bitten, rugged appearance, and sufficient substance to convey the impression of the ability to endure long periods of arduous work under whatsoever conditions may prevail.

temperament:

The "Stumpy" possesses a natural aptitude in the working and control of cattle, and a loyal, courageous and devoted disposition. It is ever alert, watchful and obedient, though suspicious of strangers. At all times it must be amenable to handling in the Show ring.

size:

Height: Dogs 46-51 cms (18-20 ins) at withers. Bitches 43-48 cms (17-19 ins) at withers. Dogs or bitches over or under these specified sizes are undesirable.

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A,E,G

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