How Good Is the Australian Cattle Dog’s Guarding Ability?

The Australian Cattle Dog has strong guarding instincts and naturally protects its owner, livestock, and property. It is highly alert to strangers and has a powerful bite, giving it excellent guarding ability. Its intelligence is also high, about that of a five-year-old child, with a clever, brave, and loyal temperament.

It makes an ideal working dog, but it is not suited to crowded city areas and is not ideal for playing with small children.