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ladies and Gentlemen let's talk about
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the Australian cattle dog or as I like
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to call them the four-legged tornadoes
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of energy and Mischief if you're
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thinking about bringing one of these
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Dynamic little dynamos into your life
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there are 12 things you must never
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forget trust me if you don't keep these
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in mind you might find yourself in a
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world of chaos one they're not just dogs
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they're working machines first off let's
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get this straight Australian cattle dogs
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were bred for hurting these aren't Just
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Pets they're canine Workaholics if you
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think you can lounge around and they'll
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just curl up at your feet think again
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these dogs need a job whether it's
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hurting sheep or just chasing after that
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elusive squirrel in the backyard if they
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don't have a task they'll create their
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own and it usually involves chewing your
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favorite shoes two exercise is essential
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speaking of energy these dogs require
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more exercise than most humans do in a
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week a leisurely stroll around the block
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won't cut it you need to take them on
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runs hikes or at least play fetch until
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your arm feels like it's going to fall
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off an exhausted cattle dog is a happy
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Cattle Dog remember that three mental
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stimulation is key now let's not forget
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about mental stimulation these dogs are
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smart really smart if you don't
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challenge their brains they'll get bored
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and start inventing their own games and
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trust me their version of fun might
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involve digging up your garden or
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rearranging your furniture puzzle toys
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and training sessions are your best
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friends here four training takes
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consistency training an Australian
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Cattle Dog isn't just important it's
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absolutely essential you need to be
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consistent and firm they're clever
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enough to figure out how to manipulate
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you if you let them use positive
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reinforcement treats work wonders but
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remember if they think they can get away
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with ignoring you they will five
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socialization is crucial let's talk
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socialization if you want a
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well-adjusted dog you need to expose
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them to different people places and
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other animals from a young age without
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proper socialization your cattle dog
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might decide that every stranger is a
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threat or that other dogs are just there
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for them to boss around six they're
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velcro dogs these pups are often
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referred to as velcro dogs because they
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want to be near you all the time
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separation anxiety is real with these
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guys leaving them alone for long periods
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can lead to destructive behaviors like
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turning your couch into confetti seven
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they have strong prey drives if you have
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small pets or children who run around
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like little gazel watch out cattle dogs
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have a strong prey drive they might see
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those little ones as something to herd
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or chase down it's all fun in games
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until someone gets nipped eight grooming
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needs are manageable now let's not
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forget grooming while they don't shed as
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much as some breeds regular brushing is
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still necessary to keep their coat
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healthy and reduce that shedding during
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Peak Seasons plus it gives you a chance
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to bond just don't expect them to sit
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still for long nine Health matters like
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any breed Australian cattle dogs can
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have health issues hip dysplasia being
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one of the big ones regular vet checkups
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are vital to catch any potential
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problems early on you want your
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energetic buddy around for a long time
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10 they need structure these dogs thrive
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on structure and routine if you're all
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over the place with feeding times or
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walks expect some chaos in return
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establishing a consistent schedule helps
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them feel secure and reduces anxiety 11
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they love challenges cattle dogs love
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challenges both physical and mental
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engage them in Dog Sports like agility
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or obedience competitions if you want to
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keep them happy and healthy they'll love
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showing off their skills while burning
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off that excess energy 12 unconditional
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love is essential finally never forget
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that your cattle dog needs love lots of
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it they may act tough with their
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independent streaks but deep down they
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crave affection and companionship from
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their humans so there you have it the 12
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things all Australian cattle dog owners
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must never forget embrace the wild ride
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that comes with owning one of these
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amazing dogs because life with an
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Australian Cattle dog is anything but
