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...
Roadtest: German Shorthaired Pointer Breed: German Shorthaired Pointer Temperament: Active and agile Cost: $500 – $600 Lifespan: 10 – 12 years Recommended for: Active people Dumpage rate: Low Popularity: Declining, ranked 31 out of 174 breeds...
Breed: Irish Water Spaniel Temperament: Loyal, active Lifespan: 12-13 Years Recommended for: Families who want something different Dumpage rate: Low Maintenance: High History The Irish Water Spaniel is a breed best known for its distinctive curly coat. Roman ruins...
Japanese Chins Breed: Japanese Chin Temperament: independent, lap dog Cost: $300 plus Lifespan: 10 years Recommended for: older people, singles and families with older children Dumpage rate: low Popularity: increasing, ranks 83 out of 174 breeds in Australia...
BREED: Miniature Bull Terrier TEMPERAMENT: Lively, affectionate, may be aggressive with other dogs. LIFESPAN: 10-12 years RECOMMENDED FOR: Families MAINTENANCE: Low but accident prone History As early as 1863 small Bull Terriers (under 10lb) were being exhibited in...
Dangerous Dogs Earlier this year ‘Burke’s Backyard’ ran a report on dangerous dogs which followed a spate of vicious dog attacks in Australia. Our program also provided a list of dogs suitable as family pets. Since then the Royal NSW Canine Council...
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)...
Breed: Large Munsterlander Temperament: Energetic, protective Lifespan: 8-12 years Recommended for: Active families The Large Munsterlander derives its name from the German region of Munster, where it was bred to point and retrieve game. There is a Small...