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Name	Blue Heeler	Huntaway	Dingo Kelpie
Origins	Australia	New Zealand	Australia
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Designer Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Australian Cattle Dog Cattle Dog Queensland Heeler Red Heeler	NZ Huntaway New Zealand Huntaway New Zealand Sheepdog	No data available
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Blue Heeler vs Huntaway vs Dingo Kelpie breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Cross Breed

Blue Heeler vs Huntaway vs Dingo Kelpie Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Blue Heeler or Huntaway or Dingo Kelpie? Which is the smallest dog, Blue Heeler or Huntaway or Dingo Kelpie?	Medium	Large	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Blue Heeler or Huntaway or Huntaway? Blue Heeler vs Huntaway vs Dingo Kelpie weight comparison:	30-62 pounds (13-28 kg)	40-65 pounds (18-30 kg)	25-45 pounds (11-20 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	46 pounds (20.5 kg)	52.5 pounds (24 kg)	35 pounds (15.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Blue Heeler or Huntaway or Dingo Kelpie? Blue Heeler vs Huntaway vs Dingo Kelpie height comparison:	Male: 17-20 inches (43-51 cm), Female: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm)	20-24 inches (51-61 cm)	17-20 inches (43-51 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 18.5 inches (47 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm)	22 inches (56 cm)	18.5 inches (47 cm)

Blue Heeler vs Huntaway vs Dingo Kelpie Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Blue Heeler or Huntaway or Dingo Kelpie? Which is more expensive?	$400-$800	$300-$400	$500-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Blue Heeler or Huntaway or Dingo Kelpie?	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Average: The Huntaway is a commonly available dog breed.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

Blue Heeler vs Huntaway vs Dingo Kelpie Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Blue Heeler vs Huntaway vs Dingo Kelpie intelligence:	Smart: The Blue Heeler dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Smart: The Huntaway dogs have great intelligence. 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 Blue Heeler vs Huntaway vs Dingo Kelpie trainability comparison.	Blue Heeler dogs are easy to train. See more.	Huntaway dogs are easy to train. See more.	Dingo Kelpie 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 Huntaway or Dingo Kelpie?	Blue Heeler dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Huntaway dogs are not the best watchdogs. See more.	Dingo Kelpie dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Blue Heeler or Huntaway or Dingo Kelpie? 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.	Huntaway dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.	Dingo Kelpie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List

Blue Heeler vs Huntaway vs Dingo Kelpie Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Blue Heeler or Huntaway or Dingo Kelpie? Blue Heeler vs Huntaway vs Dingo Kelpie behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Protective Alert Intelligent Hard working Resourceful	Active Energetic Intelligent Friendly Trainable Vocal	Aloof Agile Energetic Alert Intelligent Friendly Loyal Robust Eager Cooperative Restless
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.	Dingo Kelpie dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Blue Heeler vs Huntaway vs Dingo Kelpie?	Slightly Below Average: Blue Heeler dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.	Average to High: Huntaway dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average: Dingo Kelpie dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Blue Heeler vs Huntaway vs Dingo Kelpie social needs comparison:	Blue Heeler dogs are kinda antisocial. See more.	Huntaway dogs are a social breed. See more.	Dingo Kelpie dogs are kinda antisocial. 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.	Huntaway dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Dingo Kelpie 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.	Their prey drive is low. See more.	Dingo Kelpie 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 Huntaway vs Dingo Kelpie Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Blue Heeler vs Huntaway vs Dingo Kelpie playfulness comparison:	The Blue Heeler is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Huntaway is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Dingo Kelpies, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Blue Heeler vs Huntaway vs Dingo Kelpie?	Low to Average: The Blue Heeler rarely barks. See more.	A lot: Huntaway is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Low to Average: The Dingo Kelpie 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 Huntaway or Dingo Kelpie?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Blue Heeler breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Huntaway breed in the home.	It is not recommended to keep the Dingo Kelpie breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Blue Heeler vs Huntaway vs Dingo Kelpie 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.	Huntaway dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Dingo Kelpie dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Blue Heeler or Huntaway or Dingo Kelpie?	Blue Heeler dogs handle alone time quite well.	Huntaway 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.	Dingo Kelpie dogs handle alone time quite well.

Blue Heeler vs Huntaway vs Dingo Kelpie Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Blue Heeler vs Huntaway vs Dingo Kelpie Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Blue Heeler vs Huntaway vs Dingo Kelpie health comparison. Which is the healthier: Blue Heeler vs Huntaway vs Dingo Kelpie?	Blue Heelers are commonly healthy dogs.	Very healthy dog breed.	Dingo Kelpies tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Blue Heeler vs Huntaway vs Dingo Kelpie? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Blue Heeler vs Huntaway vs Dingo Kelpie health problems comparison:	No data available	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Osteoarthritis Cerebellar Abiotrophy Collie Eye Anomaly Canine Distemper Heart Worms Tapeworms
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).	Rare The Huntaway should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Frequent The Dingo Kelpie should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Blue Heeler vs Huntaway vs Dingo Kelpie lifespan comparison. How long do Blue Heeler, Huntaway and Dingo Kelpie breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Blue Heeler: 13 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Huntaway: 13 years	16-20 years The average lifespan of Dingo Kelpie: 18 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Blue Heeler vs Huntaway vs Dingo Kelpie?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Blue Heeler vs Huntaway vs Dingo Kelpie Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Blue Heeler vs Huntaway vs Dingo Kelpie Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Blue Heeler or Huntaway or Dingo Kelpie?	1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2.5 to 3 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 Huntaway vs Dingo Kelpie 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.	Average: The Huntaway has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The Dingo Kelpie has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Blue Heeler vs Huntaway vs Dingo Kelpie Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Blue Heeler vs Huntaway vs Dingo Kelpie coat comparison:	Dense	Rough Smooth	Thick Double
Colors What are the original Blue Heeler, Huntaway and Dingo Kelpie color?	Blue Red speckled Blue speckled Blue Mottled Red Mottled	Black & Tan	Black Tan Red Blue White Brown Fawn Yellow Chocolate
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Blue Heeler or Huntaway or Dingo Kelpie? Blue Heeler vs Huntaway vs Dingo Kelpie grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Blue Heeler requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The Huntaway requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The Dingo Kelpie requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Blue Heeler or Huntaway or Dingo Kelpie? Blue Heeler or Huntaway or {name3 shedding:	Blue Heeler dogs shed moderately. See more.	Huntaway dogs shed moderately. See more.	Dingo Kelpie 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 Huntaway or Dingo Kelpie?	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.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Blue Heeler vs Huntaway vs Dingo Kelpie 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 Huntaway vs Dingo Kelpie?	Medium ⏺ The Blue Heeler has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Huntaway has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Dingo Kelpie 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 Huntaway is an average drooler. See more.	The Dingo Kelpie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Blue Heeler vs Huntaway vs Dingo Kelpie 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.	Huntaway dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Dingo Kelpie dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Blue Heeler or Huntaway or Dingo Kelpie? Which dog is more friendly?	Blue Heeler dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Huntaway dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Dingo Kelpie 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 Blue Heeler or Huntaway or Dingo Kelpie?	Blue Heeler dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	Huntaway dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Dingo Kelpie dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Blue Heeler or Huntaway or Dingo Kelpie?	Blue Heeler dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Huntaway dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Dingo Kelpie 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 Huntaway or Dingo Kelpie?	Blue Heeler dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Huntaway dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Dingo Kelpie dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Blue Heeler vs Huntaway vs Dingo Kelpie?	Yes Blue Heeler dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Huntaway dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Dingo Kelpie 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 Huntaway is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Dingo Kelpie 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.	Huntaways are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Dingo Kelpies are usually recommended for elderly people.

Blue Heeler vs Huntaway vs Dingo Kelpie 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: Blue Heeler or Huntaway or Dingo Kelpie? 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: Blue Heeler vs Huntaway vs Dingo Kelpie?	Not really Blue Heeler breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Huntaway breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Dingo Kelpie 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 Huntaway vs Dingo Kelpie 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 Huntaway and Dingo Kelpie have?	1-7 puppies	5-7 puppies	2-8 puppies
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Blue Heeler vs Huntaway vs Dingo Kelpie Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	No data available	Dog Registry of America Inc. New Zealand Kennel Club	No data available

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