Welcome to the official
Australian Cattle Dog Club of America
Looking for an ACD?
See our list of Code of Ethics Breeders or visit the AKC Marketplace!
The Breed Standard
The Cattle Dog's loyalty and protective instincts make it a self-appointed guardian...Read More!
ACD Colors
What is the difference between the Australian Cattle Dog's blue and red colors? Learn more....
2022 National Specialty
"Welcome to Colorful Colorado" at Greeley, CO, Island Grove Park - Sept 18-23, 2022! Join Us!!
Established in 2004, the purpose of the ACDHEW is to create knowledge by supporting original research; to preserve the knowledge of the past by collecting and organizing the information that already exists; and to disseminate this knowledge to the vast spectrum of Australian Cattle Dog enthusiasts. Read More!
Australian Cattle Dog Rescue, Inc. rescues pure bred Australian Cattle Dogs in the United States and Canada from imminent death at animal shelters, humane societies and pounds, and from owners who can no longer keep their dogs, and place the dog into a new and permanent adoptive home. Learn how you can help!
ACD Pedigree Finder. The Pedigree Finder is operated by volunteers. http://www.acdpedigree.com
Why the Australian Cattle Dog?
Loyalty and protective instincts
Highly intelligent, self directed workers capable of complex problem solving
Possess high train-ability coupled with a strong desire to please
Adept at picking out and punishing trouble making stock
Gentle with calves, lambs or ducks
