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<blockquote data-quote="TnWI" data-source="post: 160254" data-attributes="member: 1920"><p>I have had both Borders and ACD's (Blue Heelers) and I have found that the Borders are a bit more timid then the ACD's. However, as they mature, my Borders are showing some promise as far as being cattle dogs. </p><p></p><p>IF I had to make a choice over what kind of dog to recommend it would be the ACD. If you have never seen one in action, its a treat to watch. When I had ACD's (which I got pups from the local pound, and yes, they were purebreds), they turned out to be my right hand in the field. As you work together, the dogs can almost sense what your next thought would be -- plus, they will watch the cattle to protect you. Be forewarned tho, they like to work, and they are always thinking. </p><p></p><p>There is a great book about how to train the Herding dogs - ACD's, Borders, etc called Heeler Power. It sounds like its mainly for ACD's but its not -- it provides some very good common sense thinking about training your dog. </p><p></p><p>I hope, which ever breen you choose, you will find a great partner!</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="TnWI, post: 160254, member: 1920"] I have had both Borders and ACD's (Blue Heelers) and I have found that the Borders are a bit more timid then the ACD's. However, as they mature, my Borders are showing some promise as far as being cattle dogs. IF I had to make a choice over what kind of dog to recommend it would be the ACD. If you have never seen one in action, its a treat to watch. When I had ACD's (which I got pups from the local pound, and yes, they were purebreds), they turned out to be my right hand in the field. As you work together, the dogs can almost sense what your next thought would be -- plus, they will watch the cattle to protect you. Be forewarned tho, they like to work, and they are always thinking. There is a great book about how to train the Herding dogs - ACD's, Borders, etc called Heeler Power. It sounds like its mainly for ACD's but its not -- it provides some very good common sense thinking about training your dog. I hope, which ever breen you choose, you will find a great partner! [/QUOTE]
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