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Name	Australian Cattle Dog	American Hairless Terrier	Blue Lacy
Origins	Australia	United States	United States
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Working Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Blue Heeler Cattle Dog Red Heeler Queensland Heeler	No data available	Lacy Game Dog Lacy Hog Dog Texas Blue Lacy Lacy Dog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Australian Cattle Dog vs American Hairless Terrier vs Blue Lacy breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Cross Breed

Australian Cattle Dog vs American Hairless Terrier vs Blue Lacy Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Australian Cattle Dog or American Hairless Terrier or Blue Lacy? Which is the smallest dog, Australian Cattle Dog or American Hairless Terrier or Blue Lacy?	Medium	Small	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Australian Cattle Dog or American Hairless Terrier or American Hairless Terrier? Australian Cattle Dog vs American Hairless Terrier vs Blue Lacy weight comparison:	30-62 pounds (13-28 kg)	5-16 pounds (2.5-7 kg)	30-50 pounds (13-23 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	46 pounds (20.5 kg)	10.5 pounds (2.6 kg)	40 pounds (18 kg)
Height Which is taller, Australian Cattle Dog or American Hairless Terrier or Blue Lacy? Australian Cattle Dog vs American Hairless Terrier vs Blue Lacy height comparison:	Male: 17-20 inches (43-51 cm), Female: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm)	7-16 inches (18-41 cm)	18-23 inches (46-58 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 18.5 inches (47 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm)	11.5 inches (29.5 cm)	20.5 inches (52 cm)

Australian Cattle Dog vs American Hairless Terrier vs Blue Lacy Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Australian Cattle Dog or American Hairless Terrier or Blue Lacy? Which is more expensive?	$500-$700	$300-$500	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Australian Cattle Dog or American Hairless Terrier or Blue Lacy?	Very frequent: The Australian Cattle Dog is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The American Hairless Terrier is easier than average to get.	Average: The Blue Lacy is a commonly available dog breed.

Australian Cattle Dog vs American Hairless Terrier vs Blue Lacy Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Australian Cattle Dog vs American Hairless Terrier vs Blue Lacy intelligence:	Outstanding: Australian Cattle Dog is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Australian Cattle Dog vs American Hairless Terrier vs Blue Lacy trainability comparison.	Australian Cattle Dog dogs are easy to train. See more.	American Hairless Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.	Blue Lacy dogs are very easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Australian Cattle Dog or American Hairless Terrier or Blue Lacy?	Australian Cattle Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	American Hairless Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Blue Lacy dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Australian Cattle Dog or American Hairless Terrier or Blue Lacy? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Australian Cattle Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	American Hairless Terrier dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Blue Lacy dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Australian Cattle Dog vs American Hairless Terrier vs Blue Lacy Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Australian Cattle Dog or American Hairless Terrier or Blue Lacy? Australian Cattle Dog vs American Hairless Terrier vs Blue Lacy behavior/temperament comparison:	Energetic Protective Alert Intelligent Responsive Loyal Aggressive	Playful Loving Alert Intelligent Lively Inquisitive	Active Alert Intelligent Devoted Bold Intense
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Australian Cattle Dog vs American Hairless Terrier vs Blue Lacy?	Average: Australian Cattle Dog dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Average to High: American Hairless Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average: Blue Lacy dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Australian Cattle Dog vs American Hairless Terrier vs Blue Lacy social needs comparison:	Australian Cattle Dog dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	American Hairless Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.	Blue Lacy dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Australian Cattle Dog is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	American Hairless Terrier dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Blue Lacy is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Australian Cattle Dog dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	American Hairless Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Blue Lacy dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Australian Cattle Dog vs American Hairless Terrier vs Blue Lacy Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Australian Cattle Dog vs American Hairless Terrier vs Blue Lacy playfulness comparison:	The Australian Cattle Dog is a highly playful breed. See more.	The American Hairless Terrier is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Blue Lacy is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Australian Cattle Dog vs American Hairless Terrier vs Blue Lacy?	Low to Average: The Australian Cattle Dog rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The American Hairless Terrier rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Blue Lacy rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Australian Cattle Dog or American Hairless Terrier or Blue Lacy?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Australian Cattle Dog breed.	Apartment-friendly dog the American Hairless Terrier breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Blue Lacy breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Australian Cattle Dog vs American Hairless Terrier vs Blue Lacy Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Australian Cattle Dog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Average: American Hairless Terrier dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Average: Blue Lacy dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Australian Cattle Dog or American Hairless Terrier or Blue Lacy?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	American Hairless Terrier dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Australian Cattle Dog vs American Hairless Terrier vs Blue Lacy Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Australian Cattle Dog or American Hairless Terrier or Blue Lacy?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Australian Cattle Dog bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 American Hairless Terrier bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Blue Lacy bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Australian Cattle Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The American Hairless Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Blue Lacy has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Australian Cattle Dog vs American Hairless Terrier vs Blue Lacy mouthiness comparison:	Australian Cattle Dog dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	American Hairless Terrier dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Blue Lacy dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Australian Cattle Dog vs American Hairless Terrier vs Blue Lacy Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Australian Cattle Dog vs American Hairless Terrier vs Blue Lacy health comparison. Which is the healthier: Australian Cattle Dog vs American Hairless Terrier vs Blue Lacy?	The Australian Cattle Dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The American Hairless Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Blue Lacys tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Australian Cattle Dog vs American Hairless Terrier vs Blue Lacy? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Australian Cattle Dog vs American Hairless Terrier vs Blue Lacy health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Deafness	No data available	Color Dilution Alopecia
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Australian Cattle Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The American Hairless Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Blue Lacy should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Australian Cattle Dog vs American Hairless Terrier vs Blue Lacy lifespan comparison. How long do Australian Cattle Dog, American Hairless Terrier and Blue Lacy breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Australian Cattle Dog: 13 years	14-16 years The average lifespan of American Hairless Terrier: 15 years	14-16 years The average lifespan of Blue Lacy: 15 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Australian Cattle Dog vs American Hairless Terrier vs Blue Lacy?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Australian Cattle Dog can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Blue Lacy can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Australian Cattle Dog vs American Hairless Terrier vs Blue Lacy Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Australian Cattle Dog or American Hairless Terrier or Blue Lacy? Australian Cattle Dog vs American Hairless Terrier vs Blue Lacy energy level comparison:	Australian Cattle Dog dogs are high-energy dogs.	American Hairless Terrier dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Blue Lacy dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Australian Cattle Dog vs American Hairless Terrier vs Blue Lacy exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Australian Cattle Dog or American Hairless Terrier or Blue Lacy? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Australian Cattle Dog dogs need a lot of exercises.	American Hairless Terrier dogs exercise need is minimal.	Blue Lacy dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Australian Cattle Dog or American Hairless Terrier or Blue Lacy?	Australian Cattle Dog dogs don't need too much sleep.	American Hairless Terrier dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Blue Lacy dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Australian Cattle Dog vs American Hairless Terrier vs Blue Lacy Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Australian Cattle Dog or American Hairless Terrier or Blue Lacy?	1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Australian Cattle Dog vs American Hairless Terrier vs Blue Lacy weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Australian Cattle Dog's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Low to Average: The American Hairless Terrier has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The Blue Lacy has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Australian Cattle Dog vs American Hairless Terrier vs Blue Lacy Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Australian Cattle Dog vs American Hairless Terrier vs Blue Lacy coat comparison:	Dense	Hairless	Smooth Tight
Colors What are the original Australian Cattle Dog, American Hairless Terrier and Blue Lacy color?	Red Blue Speckled Mottled	Black White Spotted Speckled	Red Blue Cream Silver Tricolor Grey
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Australian Cattle Dog or American Hairless Terrier or Blue Lacy? Australian Cattle Dog vs American Hairless Terrier vs Blue Lacy grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Australian Cattle Dog requires minimal grooming. See more.	Advanced: The American Hairless Terrier requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Blue Lacy requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Australian Cattle Dog or American Hairless Terrier or Blue Lacy? Australian Cattle Dog or American Hairless Terrier or {name3 shedding:	Australian Cattle Dog dogs shed moderately. See more.	American Hairless Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Blue Lacy dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Australian Cattle Dog or American Hairless Terrier or Blue Lacy?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	1-2 weeks Very frequent. This breed has famously high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 1-2 weeks. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Australian Cattle Dog vs American Hairless Terrier vs Blue Lacy hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Australian Cattle Dog vs American Hairless Terrier vs Blue Lacy?	Medium ⏺ The Australian Cattle Dog has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The American Hairless Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Blue Lacy has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Australian Cattle Dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The American Hairless Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Blue Lacy is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.

Australian Cattle Dog vs American Hairless Terrier vs Blue Lacy Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Australian Cattle Dog dogs are generally with other pets.	American Hairless Terrier dogs are generally with other pets.	Blue Lacy dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Australian Cattle Dog or American Hairless Terrier or Blue Lacy? Which dog is more friendly?	Australian Cattle Dog dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	American Hairless Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Blue Lacy dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Australian Cattle Dog or American Hairless Terrier or Blue Lacy?	Australian Cattle Dog dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	American Hairless Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Blue Lacy dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Australian Cattle Dog or American Hairless Terrier or Blue Lacy?	Australian Cattle Dog dogs are average friendly towards cats.	American Hairless Terrier dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Blue Lacy dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Australian Cattle Dog or American Hairless Terrier or Blue Lacy?	Australian Cattle Dog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	American Hairless Terrier dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Blue Lacy dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Australian Cattle Dog vs American Hairless Terrier vs Blue Lacy?	Yes Australian Cattle Dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes American Hairless Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Blue Lacy dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Australian Cattle Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No American Hairless Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Blue Lacy is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Australian Cattle Dogs are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	American Hairless Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Blue Lacys are commonly okay with elderly people.

Australian Cattle Dog vs American Hairless Terrier vs Blue Lacy As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Australian Cattle Dog or American Hairless Terrier or Blue Lacy? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Australian Cattle Dog vs American Hairless Terrier vs Blue Lacy?	Not really Australian Cattle Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really American Hairless Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Blue Lacy breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Australian Cattle Dog vs American Hairless Terrier vs Blue Lacy Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Australian Cattle Dog and American Hairless Terrier and Blue Lacy have?	1-7 puppies, average 5	3-5 puppies	3-5 puppies
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Australian Cattle Dog vs American Hairless Terrier vs Blue Lacy Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1980 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2016 as a Terrier breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) section.	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	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	No data available	American Canine Registry America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club

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