Akita Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog - Blue Heeler Mix

The Akita Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog - Blue Heeler Mix, is a mixed breed dog resulting from breeding the Akita and the Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog - Blue Heeler. Both of these dogs can be friendly but personalities differ, so you never know. The Akita is known for being a bit on the aggressive side. All dogs need proper socialization and that will be a big factor in how they interact with others. What does this mixed breed look and act like? Is it more like the Akita or the Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog - Blue Heeler? Those are the questions we will try and answer below. Continue reading below to see pictures, videos, and learn more about the beautiful Akita Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog - Blue Heeler Mix.

While we really recommend that you acquire all animals through a rescue, we understand that some people might go through a breeder to get their Akita Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog - Blue Heeler Mix puppy. That is, if they have any Akita Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog - Blue Heeler Mix puppies for sale.

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Akita Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog - Blue Heeler Mix History

All hybrid or designer dogs are tough to get a good read on as there isn’t much history to them. Breeding specific dogs like this has become common in the last twenty years or so even though I am sure that this mixed breed found it’s share of dogs to the shelter due to accidental breeding. We will take a closer look at the history of both parent breeds below. If you are looking at breeders for new, designer dogs please beware of Puppy Mills. These are places that mass produce puppies, specifically for profit and don’t care at all about the dogs. If you have a few minutes, please sign our petition to stop puppy mills.

Akita History

The Akita is an Asian dog that hails from the mountains of Japan. Predecessors of the modern Akita were used for hunting bear, wild boar and deer in Japan as late as 1957. They would be used to flush out the bear and keep it at bay until the hunter could come and kill it. However, like virtually all ancient dog breeds they have morphed over the generations. From being dogs that hunted and protected to being killed and forced to fight for human entertainment.
During the early part of the 1900’s the Akita was in decline, breeders were trying to “improve” it by breeding the Akita with the German Shepherd Dog, St. Bernard, as well as the Mastiff. As you can imagine this interbreeding made it lose a lot of it’s Akita characteristics. They are often recognized as Japanese and American Akitas. Since there was so much interbreeding in the U.S, the Japanese Akita is really known as the breed standard. Like virtually all dogs, they were used as hunters as well as dogs in times of war. During the Russo-Japanese War they were used to track prisoners of war and lost sailors. Japan had a war-time attempt to cull all non-military dogs, which started the breeding of them with German Shepherds to insure they were needed in World War 2. You can obviously find a lot more information on them as there is a lot to distinguish between the Japanese and American version and a lot of information online about the differences.

Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog - Blue Heeler History

As one might guess, the Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog, also known as the blue heeler hails from Australia. It is believed to be the oldest domesticated breed native to the continent. This is a bit of speculation and has never been confirmed. Similar to the Australian Shepherd, researchers believe that British colonists crossbred their herding dogs with wild dingoes and collies. This would have happened in the mid 19th century. This was done to create a breed of dog more tolerant to the conditions of the continent. The extreme heat needed to be tolerable and the interbreeding created a dog that was more adaptive to it. As various breeds of the Australian Cattle Dog diverged, the Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog almost became extinct. I don’t really know why, but blue-colored dogs proved to be the most popular among ranch owners and drovers, and they became known as Blue Heelers.
The breed was first known as the Australian Heeler, then later as the Australian Cattle Dog, which is the name now accepted as official throughout Australia and elsewhere. However, some people still call them Blue Heelers or Queensland Heelers.

Akita Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog - Blue Heeler Mix Size and Weight

Akita
Height: 26 - 28 inches at the shoulder
Weight: 70 - 130 lb.
Lifespan: 10 - 12 years

Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog - Blue Heeler
Height: 18 - 20 inches at the shoulder
Weight: 35 - 51 lb.
Lifespan: 13-15 years

Akita Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog - Blue Heeler Mix Personality

The Akita and the Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog - Blue Heeler might be a little bit spunky. They can be an inquisitive little fella so keep on the lookout for that behavior! All dogs need attention and don't want to be left alone. That's why you have a pet, right? Plan on putting forth effort to socialize her as this will reap dividends in the long run. Please use always use positive reinforcement even though they can have a mind of their own. Enjoy being with your new mixed breed and love the relationship you will have with them.

Akita Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog - Blue Heeler Mix Health

All dogs have the potential to develop genetic health problems as all breeds are susceptible to some things more than others. However, the one positive thing about getting a puppy is that you can avoid this as much as possible. A breeder should absolutely offer a health guarantee on puppies. If they won’t do this, then look no more and don’t consider that breeder at all. A reputable breeder will be honest and open about health problems in the breed and the incidence with which they occur. We obviously recommend that you look for a reputable animal rescue in your area to find your new mixed breed. Health clearances prove that a dog has been tested for and cleared of a particular condition.

The Akita mixed with the Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog - Blue Heeler might be prone to joint dysplasia, eye problems, allergies, among others.

Note that these are just common problems in both breeds.

Akita Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog - Blue Heeler Mix Care

What are the grooming requirements?

Even if you know the breed, sometimes it is hard to tell if it will be a heavy shedder or a light shedder. Either way, Get ready to invest in a good vacuum if you want to keep your floors clean! Give them baths as needed, but not so much that you dry out their skin.

What are the exercise requirements?

Plan on taking them for extremely long walks and hikes to keep their energy level down. This mix will more than likely have a high energy level. This exercise will keep them from being destructive. A tired dog is a good dog. A tired dog is a good dog though. Never tie your dog up outside - that is inhumane and not fair to him.

What are the training requirements?

This is an intelligent dog that will be a little bit challenging to train. They are going to want to take the alpha position and need someone with a firm, strong, hand that can let them know their place. The best thing you can do is break the sessions into shorter daily sessions to keep their attention span higher. It might have a prey drive and be disposed to running for and chasing small prey, but if handled properly this can be managed. All dogs respond best to positive reinforcement. So make sure to praise her when she does well. She is an intelligent dog who loves to please, and loves a physical challenge. The more exercise she gets the easier she will be to train. Proper socialization is imperative to all dogs and puppies. Make sure to take her to the park and doggy day care to get her around as many people and dogs as possible.

Akita Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog - Blue Heeler Mix Feeding

"A lot of times diet is done on a per-dog basis. Each one is unique and has different dietary requirements. Most dogs in the U.S. are overweight. A mix like this one that is prone to hip and elbow dysplasia should really be on fish oil and glucosamine and chondroitin supplements as soon as possible. A good diet to look into is Raw Food Diet. A raw food diet will be especially good for the Wolf background.

Overfeeding any dog is not a good idea as that can really exacerbate health problems such as elbow and hip dysplasia.

I good diet to look into is Raw Food Diet. A raw food diet will be especially good for the Wolf background."

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