Size
Medium
Weight
40 - 65 lbs
Life Expectancy
12-15 years
Appearance: Lean, tough, medium-sized ranch dog, often associated with cowboys. Keen, penetrating gaze. Coats come in various looks, including merle (mottled blue or red). Picture of rugged agility.
Traits & Characteristics: Strong impulse to herd anything. Possess strong work drive, remarkable intelligence, and trainability. Tireless partners for work or sport. Can be too much dog for sedentary owners.
Colors: Black, Red, Blue Merle or Red Merle +/- White Markings and/or Tan Points
Origins: European breed perfected in California via Australia.
A scientific yet warm breakdown of human-canine compatibility and natural instincts.
Social
Gentle
Open
Playmate
Vigor
Interactivity
Eager
Smart
Vocal
Guardian
Care
Hair
Individual dogs may vary from breed characteristics. These ratings represent general breed tendencies based on typical traits.
