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Breed: Australian Shepherd Temperament: biddable, active Lifespan: 12-14 years Recommended for: acreages, active families & agility enthusiasts Dumpage rate: low Popularity: increasing Ranking: 118 out of 174 Maintenance: medium Appearance The Australian Shepherd...
Breed: Belgian Shepherd Temperament: protective, wary Lifespan: 12-14 years Recommended for: responsible families Maintenance: medium Dumpage rate: low Appearance There are four types of Belgian Shepherd, but the only differences between them is their coat colour and...
Breed: Bloodhound Temperament: Active, stubborn Lifespan: 8-10 years Recommended: Active people Dumpage rate: Low Maintenance: Medium Tracking and training The Bloodhound’s scenting reputation is second to none with an olfactory ability claimed to be three...
Cavoodle Pet Road Test The lovable little Cavoodle is suitable for all age groups and most lifestyles. Great for small homes with little or no backyard, but will still benefit from a regular walk. Breed: Cavoodle (Cavalier King Charles Spaniel x Miniature Poodle)...
Currawongs Increasing numbers of pied currawongs along Australia’s east coast are being seen as a threat to many small bird species, and a key factor in the spread of weeds into native bushland. The pied currawong is a large black bird, 41-51cm (16-20″)...
Breed: Friesian Horse Temperament: Intelligent, trainable Cost: From $7000 Lifespan: 25 years Maintenance: Low Recommended for: Experienced horsepeople Most Australians know Friesians as those black and white dairy cows, but there is another Friesian being seen...
Breed: Guinea pig (Cavy) Temperament: Easily tamed Cost: $10 plus Lifespan: 5-10 years Recommended for: Children and adults Appearance Guinea pigs (also known as cavies) are normally divided into three coat types: Smooth-haired – The short coats are the...
Breed: Rabbits Temperament: Placid & docile Cost: $50 plus Lifespan: 8-12 years Recommended for: Kids & enthusiasts Maintenance: Medium to high While most pet rabbits sold are intended for children, not all are temperamentally suited to being patted,...
Breed: Buffalo Temperament: Usually placid Cost: $300 plus Lifespan: 25 years Recommended for: enthusiasts & farmers There are several kinds of buffalo in the world but the one most people refer to as “Buffalo” is in fact correctly called an American...
Breed: Guppy (Poecilia reticulata) Temperament: Active Cost: $3 – $5 Lifespan: 12 months Recommended for: Beginners to experienced fish breeders Appearance: Adult guppies can be up to 6cm (2.4″) in length, although males are usually only 3.5cm (1.4″)...