We Raise AKC, CKC & WSDWR Australian Cattle Dogs, they are out of working stock, very intelligent, obedient, and loyal. I do not pick breeding stock based on what registry they are out of, I look for dogs that will get the job done and are built to handle anything. I raise functional working dogs, however, I am adding AKC lineage into my program to increase the bone mass and blockiness as well as having some pups for people to put in the show ring. My main focus is on functionality of their build for moving, gathering, and loading cattle. I love this breed and am a strong believer that they are an all purpose, do it all breed. I am a stay at home mom, I have my own Livestock Design Service that I run from my home, and we also have a Registered Charolais Seedstock Operation. My first heeler I received when I was 7, Sheba, a very serious dog with a strong work ethic, a wonderful dog, she passed away when I turned 21. I have had several different dog breeds throughout the years and I learned,
" Once you have owned an ACD there will never be another breed that will ever fill their place, they are all around dogs."
This breed can excel in any area that you want them to, agility, flyball, herding, search and rescue...the list goes on. If you have never owned one of these dogs and you are new to the breed, please research them before just jumping in and purchasing one. They are head strong, courageous, protective, loyal, and highly intelligent animals! Which is what makes them excellent herding dogs and family guardians, they will read a situation and act accordingly. This makes them a challenge at times, but the best friend you and your children will ever have. They are full of energy, but still make great house dogs, if you can give them adequate exercise and daily mental challenges!
There are no body spots on my breeding stock, other than the tail head spot, this is my personal preference, and prefer the dogs without them. You can visit my pages and see my stock as well as hear a little about each of them, they are a part of our family and we devote hours a day to spending time with them, and can tell you exactly what makes each one of them tick.
Our females are tough, full of energy, and intense. They are very well rounded dogs that have the drive to work, and love to play. I do not raise small cattle dogs, I like a taller, longer ACD, that is good strong boned and quick. My guys are very muscular and completely opposite builds so I can outcross their offspring with one another. They are between 19.5- 20 inches at the withers and 50-60 lbs. I want bigger sized dogs as they are more useful in the service industry, since the minimum height is 20". I guarantee my pups that are sold to working homes to work through natural instinct by 18-24 months of age if proper training and treatment is given. Cash, hits the head and heel gets kicked and comes back ready to go, Bocephus is the same way and is just getting started. I hear from many people looking for working dogs that ACD's or Heelers will not hit the head, well Cash goes for either end and has a great bite.
They are tough, and ready to roll ! If you have anything that you would like to discuss just let me know, give me an e-mail or call, I would love to help with any questions that you may have also if you decide to purchase one of little ones we are here for puppy tech support :) !!
" Once you have owned an ACD there will never be another breed that will ever fill their place, they are all around dogs."
This breed can excel in any area that you want them to, agility, flyball, herding, search and rescue...the list goes on. If you have never owned one of these dogs and you are new to the breed, please research them before just jumping in and purchasing one. They are head strong, courageous, protective, loyal, and highly intelligent animals! Which is what makes them excellent herding dogs and family guardians, they will read a situation and act accordingly. This makes them a challenge at times, but the best friend you and your children will ever have. They are full of energy, but still make great house dogs, if you can give them adequate exercise and daily mental challenges!
There are no body spots on my breeding stock, other than the tail head spot, this is my personal preference, and prefer the dogs without them. You can visit my pages and see my stock as well as hear a little about each of them, they are a part of our family and we devote hours a day to spending time with them, and can tell you exactly what makes each one of them tick.
Our females are tough, full of energy, and intense. They are very well rounded dogs that have the drive to work, and love to play. I do not raise small cattle dogs, I like a taller, longer ACD, that is good strong boned and quick. My guys are very muscular and completely opposite builds so I can outcross their offspring with one another. They are between 19.5- 20 inches at the withers and 50-60 lbs. I want bigger sized dogs as they are more useful in the service industry, since the minimum height is 20". I guarantee my pups that are sold to working homes to work through natural instinct by 18-24 months of age if proper training and treatment is given. Cash, hits the head and heel gets kicked and comes back ready to go, Bocephus is the same way and is just getting started. I hear from many people looking for working dogs that ACD's or Heelers will not hit the head, well Cash goes for either end and has a great bite.
They are tough, and ready to roll ! If you have anything that you would like to discuss just let me know, give me an e-mail or call, I would love to help with any questions that you may have also if you decide to purchase one of little ones we are here for puppy tech support :) !!
Cash and Cruz
A Boy and His Dog
Edgar Guest
A boy and his dog make a glorious pair:
No better friendship is found anywhere,
For they talk and they walk and they run and they play,
And they have their deep secrets for many a day;
And that boy has a comrade who thinks and who feels,
Who walks down the road with a dog at his heels.
He may go where he will and his dog will be there,
May revel in mud and his dog will not care;
Faithful he'll stay for the slightest command
And bark with delight at the touch of his hand;
Oh, he owns a treasure which nobody steals,
Who walks down the road with a dog at his heels.
No other can lure him away from his side;
He's proof against riches and station and pride;
Fine dress does not charm him, and flattery's breath
Is lost on the dog, for he's faithful to death;
He sees the great soul which the body conceals--
Oh, it's great to be young with a dog at your heels!
Edgar Guest
A boy and his dog make a glorious pair:
No better friendship is found anywhere,
For they talk and they walk and they run and they play,
And they have their deep secrets for many a day;
And that boy has a comrade who thinks and who feels,
Who walks down the road with a dog at his heels.
He may go where he will and his dog will be there,
May revel in mud and his dog will not care;
Faithful he'll stay for the slightest command
And bark with delight at the touch of his hand;
Oh, he owns a treasure which nobody steals,
Who walks down the road with a dog at his heels.
No other can lure him away from his side;
He's proof against riches and station and pride;
Fine dress does not charm him, and flattery's breath
Is lost on the dog, for he's faithful to death;
He sees the great soul which the body conceals--
Oh, it's great to be young with a dog at your heels!
TNT Cattle Dogs
Ashlee Testerman
Pipestem, WV 25951
home: 304-466-3174
Cell: 304-207-2578
tntlivestockdesign@wildblue.net
