cattle dogs
Heelers and kelpies
Cattle dogs are breeds developed to herd and manage livestock, particularly cattle.
They work by nipping at heels, circling, and responding to handler commands.
The Australian Cattle Dog (also called a Blue Heeler or Red Heeler) is the most recognized breed, though the term covers various working and herding dogs used on ranches and farms.
- herdingManaging animal groups
- sheepdogDog bred for herding
- working breedDogs bred for function
- penningWriting or confining animals
- canineOf or like dogs
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