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Name	Blue Heeler	Beagle	Australian Cattle Dog
Origins	Australia	England	Australia
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Australian Cattle Dog Cattle Dog Queensland Heeler Red Heeler	English Beagle	Blue Heeler Cattle Dog Red Heeler Queensland Heeler
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Blue Heeler vs Beagle vs Australian Cattle Dog breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

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

Size Which is bigger, Blue Heeler or Beagle or Australian Cattle Dog? Which is the smallest dog, Blue Heeler or Beagle or Australian Cattle Dog?	Medium	Small	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Blue Heeler or Beagle or Beagle? Blue Heeler vs Beagle vs Australian Cattle Dog 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, Blue Heeler or Beagle or Australian Cattle Dog? Blue Heeler vs Beagle vs Australian Cattle Dog 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)

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

Price Which is cheaper, Blue Heeler or Beagle or Australian Cattle Dog? Which is more expensive?	$400-$800	$500-$800	$500-$700
Availability Which is easier to get, Blue Heeler or Beagle or Australian Cattle Dog?	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Very frequent: The Beagle is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Australian Cattle Dog is quite easy to get.

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

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Blue Heeler vs Beagle vs Australian Cattle Dog intelligence:	Smart: The Blue Heeler dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Outstanding: Australian Cattle Dog is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Blue Heeler vs Beagle vs Australian Cattle Dog trainability comparison.	Blue Heeler dogs are easy to train. See more.	Beagle dogs are easy to train. See more.	Australian Cattle Dog dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Blue Heeler or Beagle or Australian Cattle Dog?	Blue Heeler dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Beagle dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog. See more.	Australian Cattle Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Blue Heeler or Beagle or Australian Cattle Dog? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Blue Heeler dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Beagle dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	Australian Cattle Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Blue Heeler vs Beagle vs Australian Cattle Dog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Blue Heeler or Beagle or Australian Cattle Dog? Blue Heeler vs Beagle vs Australian Cattle Dog behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Protective Alert Intelligent Hard working Resourceful	Loving Independent Intelligent Friendly Lively Gentle Sweet	Energetic Protective Alert Intelligent Responsive Loyal 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: Blue Heeler vs Beagle vs Australian Cattle Dog?	Slightly Below Average: Blue Heeler dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.	High: Beagle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: Australian Cattle Dog dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Blue Heeler vs Beagle vs Australian Cattle Dog social needs comparison:	Blue Heeler dogs are kinda antisocial. See more.	Beagle dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Australian Cattle Dog 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 Blue Heeler 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.	The wanderlust potential of the Australian Cattle Dog is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Blue Heeler 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.	Australian Cattle Dog dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Blue Heeler vs Beagle vs Australian Cattle Dog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

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

Blue Heeler vs Beagle vs Australian Cattle Dog Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Blue Heeler 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.	Average: Australian Cattle Dog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Blue Heeler or Beagle or Australian Cattle Dog?	Blue Heeler dogs handle alone time quite well.	Beagle dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Blue Heeler vs Beagle vs Australian Cattle Dog Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

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

Health Issues Blue Heeler vs Beagle vs Australian Cattle Dog health comparison. Which is the healthier: Blue Heeler vs Beagle vs Australian Cattle Dog?	Blue Heelers are commonly healthy dogs.	The Beagle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Australian Cattle Dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Blue Heeler vs Beagle vs Australian Cattle Dog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Blue Heeler vs Beagle vs Australian Cattle Dog health problems comparison:	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Intervertebral Disk Disease Cherry Eye Distichiasis Glaucoma Beagle Dwarfism Chinese Beagle Syndrome	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Deafness
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Blue Heeler should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Beagle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Australian Cattle Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Blue Heeler vs Beagle vs Australian Cattle Dog lifespan comparison. How long do Blue Heeler, Beagle and Australian Cattle Dog breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Blue Heeler: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Beagle: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Australian Cattle Dog: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Blue Heeler vs Beagle vs Australian Cattle Dog?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. 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 Australian Cattle Dog can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

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

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

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

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Blue Heeler or Beagle or Australian Cattle Dog?	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? Blue Heeler vs Beagle vs Australian Cattle Dog weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Blue Heeler's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	High: The Beagle breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Australian Cattle Dog's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Blue Heeler vs Beagle vs Australian Cattle Dog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

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

Blue Heeler vs Beagle vs Australian Cattle Dog Good With Comparison

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

Blue Heeler vs Beagle vs Australian Cattle Dog 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.	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: Blue Heeler or Beagle or Australian Cattle Dog? 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.	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.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.	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.	Yes This breed would make an excellent 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: Blue Heeler vs Beagle vs Australian Cattle Dog?	Not really Blue Heeler breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Beagle breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Australian Cattle Dog 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.

Blue Heeler vs Beagle vs Australian Cattle Dog 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 Blue Heeler and Beagle and Australian Cattle Dog have?	1-7 puppies	2-14 puppies, average 7	1-7 puppies, average 5
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Blue Heeler vs Beagle vs Australian Cattle Dog Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1980 as a Herding breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	No data available	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

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