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Name	Australian Cattle Dog	Beagle	Beagle Heeler
Origins	Australia	England	England Australia
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Designer Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Blue Heeler Cattle Dog Red Heeler Queensland Heeler	English Beagle	No data available
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Australian Cattle Dog vs Beagle vs Beagle Heeler breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Cross Breed

Australian Cattle Dog vs Beagle vs Beagle Heeler Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Australian Cattle Dog or Beagle or Beagle Heeler? Which is the smallest dog, Australian Cattle Dog or Beagle or Beagle Heeler?	Medium	Small	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Australian Cattle Dog or Beagle or Beagle? Australian Cattle Dog vs Beagle vs Beagle Heeler weight comparison:	30-62 pounds (13-28 kg)	Male: 22-25 pounds (10-11 kg), Female: 20-23 pounds (9-10 kg)	30-62 pounds (13-28 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	46 pounds (20.5 kg)	Male: 23.5 pounds (10.5 kg), Female: 21.5 pounds (9.5 kg)	46 pounds (20.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Australian Cattle Dog or Beagle or Beagle Heeler? Australian Cattle Dog vs Beagle vs Beagle Heeler height comparison:	Male: 17-20 inches (43-51 cm), Female: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm)	Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm)	Male: 17-20 inches (43-51 cm), Female: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 18.5 inches (47 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm)	Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm)	Male: 18.5 inches (47 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm)

Australian Cattle Dog vs Beagle vs Beagle Heeler Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Australian Cattle Dog or Beagle or Beagle Heeler? Which is more expensive?	$500-$700	$500-$800	$500-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Australian Cattle Dog or Beagle or Beagle Heeler?	Very frequent: The Australian Cattle Dog is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Beagle is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Beagle Heeler is quite easy to get.

Australian Cattle Dog vs Beagle vs Beagle Heeler Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Australian Cattle Dog vs Beagle vs Beagle Heeler intelligence:	Outstanding: Australian Cattle Dog is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Smart: The Beagle Heeler dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Trainability Australian Cattle Dog vs Beagle vs Beagle Heeler trainability comparison.	Australian Cattle Dog dogs are easy to train. See more.	Beagle dogs are easy to train. See more.	Beagle Heeler dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Australian Cattle Dog or Beagle or Beagle Heeler?	Australian Cattle Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Beagle dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog. See more.	Beagle Heeler dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Australian Cattle Dog or Beagle or Beagle Heeler? 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.	Beagle dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	Beagle Heeler dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Australian Cattle Dog vs Beagle vs Beagle Heeler Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Australian Cattle Dog or Beagle or Beagle Heeler? Australian Cattle Dog vs Beagle vs Beagle Heeler behavior/temperament comparison:	Energetic Protective Alert Intelligent Responsive Loyal Aggressive	Loving Independent Intelligent Friendly Lively Gentle Sweet	Loving Independent Energetic Protective Alert Intelligent Friendly Responsive Loyal Lively Gentle Sweet Aggressive
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 Beagle vs Beagle Heeler?	Average: Australian Cattle Dog dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Beagle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Beagle Heeler dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Australian Cattle Dog vs Beagle vs Beagle Heeler social needs comparison:	Australian Cattle Dog dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Beagle dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Beagle Heeler dogs are a social breed. 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.	Beagle dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Beagle Heeler dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. 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.	Beagle dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Beagle Heeler 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 Beagle vs Beagle Heeler Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Australian Cattle Dog vs Beagle vs Beagle Heeler playfulness comparison:	The Australian Cattle Dog is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Beagle is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Beagle Heeler is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Australian Cattle Dog vs Beagle vs Beagle Heeler?	Low to Average: The Australian Cattle Dog rarely barks. See more.	A lot: Beagle is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Average to High: The Beagle Heeler is a vocal breed. 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 Beagle or Beagle Heeler?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Australian Cattle Dog breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Beagle breed in the home.	It is not recommended to keep the Beagle Heeler breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Australian Cattle Dog vs Beagle vs Beagle Heeler 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.	Beagle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Beagle Heeler dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Australian Cattle Dog or Beagle or Beagle Heeler?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Beagle dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Beagle Heeler 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.

Australian Cattle Dog vs Beagle vs Beagle Heeler Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Australian Cattle Dog or Beagle or Beagle Heeler?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Australian Cattle Dog bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Beagle bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Beagle Heeler 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 Beagle has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Beagle Heeler has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Australian Cattle Dog vs Beagle vs Beagle Heeler mouthiness comparison:	Australian Cattle Dog dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Beagle dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Beagle Heeler dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Australian Cattle Dog vs Beagle vs Beagle Heeler Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Australian Cattle Dog vs Beagle vs Beagle Heeler health comparison. Which is the healthier: Australian Cattle Dog vs Beagle vs Beagle Heeler?	The Australian Cattle Dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Beagle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Beagle Heeler is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Australian Cattle Dog vs Beagle vs Beagle Heeler? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Australian Cattle Dog vs Beagle vs Beagle Heeler health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Deafness	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Intervertebral Disk Disease Cherry Eye Distichiasis Glaucoma Beagle Dwarfism Chinese Beagle Syndrome	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Deafness Intervertebral Disk Disease Cherry Eye Distichiasis Glaucoma Beagle Dwarfism Chinese Beagle Syndrome
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 Beagle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Beagle Heeler should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Australian Cattle Dog vs Beagle vs Beagle Heeler lifespan comparison. How long do Australian Cattle Dog, Beagle and Beagle Heeler breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Australian Cattle Dog: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Beagle: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Beagle Heeler: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Australian Cattle Dog vs Beagle vs Beagle Heeler?	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 warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.

Australian Cattle Dog vs Beagle vs Beagle Heeler Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Australian Cattle Dog or Beagle or Beagle Heeler? Australian Cattle Dog vs Beagle vs Beagle Heeler energy level comparison:	Australian Cattle Dog dogs are high-energy dogs.	Beagle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Beagle Heeler dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Australian Cattle Dog vs Beagle vs Beagle Heeler exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Australian Cattle Dog or Beagle or Beagle Heeler? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Australian Cattle Dog dogs need a lot of exercises.	Beagle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Beagle Heeler dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Australian Cattle Dog or Beagle or Beagle Heeler?	Australian Cattle Dog dogs don't need too much sleep.	Beagle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Beagle Heeler dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Australian Cattle Dog vs Beagle vs Beagle Heeler Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Australian Cattle Dog or Beagle or Beagle Heeler?	1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	0.5 to 1.5 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.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Australian Cattle Dog vs Beagle vs Beagle Heeler 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.	High: The Beagle breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	High: The Beagle Heeler breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
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Australian Cattle Dog vs Beagle vs Beagle Heeler Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Australian Cattle Dog vs Beagle vs Beagle Heeler coat comparison:	Dense	Dense	Dense
Colors What are the original Australian Cattle Dog, Beagle and Beagle Heeler color?	Red Blue Speckled Mottled	Black Tan Red White Tricolor	Black Tan Red Blue White Speckled Tricolor Mottled
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Australian Cattle Dog or Beagle or Beagle Heeler? Australian Cattle Dog vs Beagle vs Beagle Heeler grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Australian Cattle Dog requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Beagle requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Beagle Heeler requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Australian Cattle Dog or Beagle or Beagle Heeler? Australian Cattle Dog or Beagle or {name3 shedding:	Australian Cattle Dog dogs shed moderately. See more.	Beagle dogs shed moderately. See more.	Beagle Heeler dogs shed moderately. 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 Beagle or Beagle Heeler?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. 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 Beagle vs Beagle Heeler 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 Beagle vs Beagle Heeler?	Medium ⏺ The Australian Cattle Dog has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Beagle has a high chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Beagle Heeler has a high 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 Beagle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Beagle Heeler is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Australian Cattle Dog vs Beagle vs Beagle Heeler Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Australian Cattle Dog dogs are generally with other pets.	Beagle dogs are generally with other pets.	Beagle Heeler dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Australian Cattle Dog or Beagle or Beagle Heeler? Which dog is more friendly?	Australian Cattle Dog dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Beagle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Beagle Heeler dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
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 Beagle or Beagle Heeler?	Australian Cattle Dog dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Beagle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Beagle Heeler dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Australian Cattle Dog or Beagle or Beagle Heeler?	Australian Cattle Dog dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Beagle dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Beagle Heeler dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Australian Cattle Dog or Beagle or Beagle Heeler?	Australian Cattle Dog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Beagle dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Beagle Heeler dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Australian Cattle Dog vs Beagle vs Beagle Heeler?	Yes Australian Cattle Dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Beagle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Beagle Heeler 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 Beagle is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Beagle Heeler 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.	Beagles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Beagle Heelers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Australian Cattle Dog vs Beagle vs Beagle Heeler 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.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Australian Cattle Dog or Beagle or Beagle Heeler? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
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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.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
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.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Australian Cattle Dog vs Beagle vs Beagle Heeler?	Not really Australian Cattle Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Beagle breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Yes Beagle Heeler breed usually likes 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 Beagle vs Beagle Heeler 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 Beagle and Beagle Heeler have?	1-7 puppies, average 5	2-14 puppies, average 7	1-7 puppies, average 5
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Australian Cattle Dog vs Beagle vs Beagle Heeler 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 1885 as a Hound 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.	Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section.	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	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

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