Aggressive
Energetic
Loyal
Responsive
Alert
Intelligent
Protective

Active
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Devoted
Gentle
Social
Tempered
Sweet
Tenacious
Fearless
Cheerful
Quiet
Nonaggressive
Polite
Graceful
Sporty
No tendency towards nervousness

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

Basseliers 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.

Basseliers aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

Australia

United States

Dingo

Basset Hound and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

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

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

1800s

Unknown

Blue
Brown
Amber

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Blue
Red

Black
Brown
White

Australian Cattle Dogs have medium-length coats.

Basseliers have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Straight

Wavy

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.

A Basselier can have a litter of 6-8 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.

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

Deafness
OCD
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hip Dysplasia

Entropion
Congenital Heart Defect

Eye
Hip
Hearing

X-Rays
Physical Examination
Optical Examination
Angiocardiogram

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

Basseliers are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

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

Basselier has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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

Basseliers require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

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

Basseliers are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

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

Basseliers are typically quiet and only bark when needed, such as to alert their owner or when in distress.

Australian Cattle Dogs are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

Basseliers are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Australian Cattle Dog, it's at least 14 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Basselier, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Australian Cattle Dogs usually need at least 90 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Basseliers usually need at least 40 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Australian Cattle Dog is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

The Basselier requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

In general Australian Cattle Dog should be brushed at least once a month. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes, especially if they enjoyed it

Basselier should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 33-40 pound (15 - 18 kg) Australian Cattle Dog feed 2.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 20-6010 pound (9 - 2726 kg) Basselier feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of an Australian Cattle Dog is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a Basselier is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of an Australian Cattle Dog is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Basselier is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Australian Cattle Dog is highly intelligent and very trainable.

Basselier has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

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.

Basseliers are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

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

Basseliers are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Australian Cattle Dogs are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Basseliers are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

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

Basseliers are highly friendly around strangers.

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

Basseliers have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

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

Basseliers are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.