Please only answer if you have had or know the Australian Cattle dog breed!?

I just got an australian cattle dog puppy from a rescue shelter..he's absolutely adorable, and 5 months old. I've been reading a lot about the breed and I just really want to do everything I can to make sure that he doesn't become aggressive and mean, because obviously my family would have to give him up.

(I bought him and I'm going to be taking care of him) if you have had an ACD could you give me some helpful training tips?

Thanks

Why would he become aggressive and mean????

Don't exercise a lot before a year old, to avoid problems, so no jogging or whatever. Be firm, enroll in an obedience class asap. Teach him not to nip ever.

I don't really know what you want to know, but just email me with any questions you have if you'd like.

Australian Cattle Dog Training

Leash Training a Herding Dog?

I just adopted an australian cattle dog (Blue Heeler) last weekend. She's adorable, fun, and very smart. She's learning commands very quickly and is very well-behaved.

The one thing I'm having a lot of trouble with is leash training. She definitely has her herding instincts, and always walks right behind people. On a leash, she will walk too close to my feet and zig zag in front of me, brushing against my legs. It's hard not to trip over her. I have been trying to make sure I hold her leash firmly to my side, and give her a treat if she walks nicely by my side.

I was just wondering what is the best way to help her get over this herding instinct and walk nicely? I eventually want to have her be a running companion.

Yes, that can be very annoying. I myself have a Border Collie who chases cars, etc. We are working on the issue.
But back to you. I would reward in position. When she is by your side, LOUD, exciting, praise and a great big tidbit.
Make sessions short. Perhaps a walk down the drive way while rewarding her by your side will be enough to get the idea in her head. She will learn that the position is valuable. Then start increasing the duration of your walks. It will take patience yes, but it will be so worth it in the end. Plus you are nipping it in the bud, while the behaviour is still forming. Good luck and feel free to PM me.

Australian Cattle Dog Training
Monster, an Australian Cattle Dog, Demonstrates Basic Obedience after Completing Training

Australian Cattle Dog Training

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