Cattle dogs are popular for doing farm work (herding livestock) and they are very hard workers, but over the years, they have become a great choice of house pets.
These dog breeds are very loyal to their owners, and keeping their guardian’s property safe is a top priority for them. Their high levels of intelligence allow them carry out their tasks efficiently, and their owners can trust them to keep the cattle or sheep safe and organized.
As intelligent and as hard working as they are, these breeds still require proper exercise and diet to maintain tip top shape.
Cattle dog breeds are easy to train, so that might encourage you to get one. They are also a great companion, as they love following their owners pretty much anywhere they go. So if you’re looking for a hard-working dog for farm work, or just a best friend, then a cattle dog breed is a good option.
One of such breeds is the old English sheepdog. It’s a reasonably sized dog which weighs between 60 to 100 pounds. It can live between 10 to 12 years so you’ll have a decent amount of time to spend with your dog before it goes.
This breed is quite popular, unsurprisingly so, as it has been around for over 15 decades. They are characterized by their thick fur and their calmness.
As long as their owners are with them, they don’t mind living in a house or a small apartment. Regardless, you will still need to take them out for walks, just so that they don’t get lazy and fat.
This breed has a thick coat, so it needs to be groomed regularly. If not, they will experience matting. Keep this in mind before you adopt one.
We must warn you though, if you’re the type that doesn’t like having drool or dog hair all over your floors, then do not adopt an old English sheepdog, as they are fond of doing both.
Another cattle dog breed you might fancy is the Australian Shepherd. It is a smaller breed of cattle dog, which weighs about 65 pounds at full maturity.
The good news is, they are a long living breed. So if you adopt one, you’ll enjoy its company or services for a long time.
There are so many cattle dog breeds to choose from. See our list.