Aggressive
Energetic
Loyal
Responsive
Alert
Intelligent
Protective

Playful
Loving
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Responsive
Affectionate
Lively
Inquisitive
Clever

Australian Cattle Dogs are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

American Rat Pinschers are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Choose an Australian Cattle Dog if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

American Rat Pinschers are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Australia

United States

Dingo

American Rat Terrier, Miniature Pinscher

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

1800s

Unknown

An Australian Cattle Dog can have a litter of 12-15 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

An American Rat Pinscher can have a litter of 2-5 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Australian Cattle Dogs have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

American Rat Pinschers are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Deafness
OCD
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hip Dysplasia

Patellar Luxation
Demodectic Mange
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Cataracts
Lens Luxation

Allergies

Eye
Hip
Hearing

Hip X-Rays
Skin Scraping
Eye Examination
Allergy Tests
Skin Evaluation

Australian Cattle Dogs thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

American Rat Pinschers' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Australian Cattle Dog has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

American Rat Pinscher has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Australian Cattle Dogs need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

American Rat Pinschers need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Australian Cattle Dogs are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

American Rat Pinschers sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Australian Cattle Dog dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

American Rat Pinschers bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Chase, Running, Walk, Run, Fetch, Play, Herding, Playing, Walking, Road trip, Playing fet, Hiking, Eating Snacks, Hike, Sleep, Kisses, Sniffing, Sprint, Tug-of-war, Hunt, Tracking, Investigating, Cuddling, Off-leash, Chewing, Herding birds, Bike ride, Go to Park, Jogging, Dog Parks

Play, Eating Snacks, Tug-of-war, Nap, Walk, Ride on scooter, Playdate, Run, Dog Parks, Cuddle, Playing fetch, Adventuring, Cuddling, Going on drives, Going on walks

Australian Cattle Dog is highly intelligent and very trainable.

American Rat Pinscher is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

The Australian Cattle Dog is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

American Rat Pinschers make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Australian Cattle Dogs are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

American Rat Pinschers are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Australian Cattle Dogs are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

American Rat Pinschers are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Australian Cattle Dogs are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

American Rat Pinschers are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Australian Cattle Dogs are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

American Rat Pinschers are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.