Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Responsive
Loyal
Aggressive
Tenacious

Active
Loving
Alert
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Devoted
Gentle
Trainable
Faithful
Reserved
Instinctual

Border Heelers are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Great Danoodles are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Australian Cattle Dog (Blue Heeler), Border Collie

Poodle, Great Dane

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

DBR = Designer Breed Registry

Unknown

1900s

A Border Heeler can have a litter of 4-8 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Great Danoodle can have a litter of 10-15 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

While the Border Heeler breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Great Danoodles typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

Deafness
Hip Dysplasia
Collie Eye Anomaly

Entropion
Gastric Torsion
Cardiomyopathy
Sebaceous Adenitis
Addison's Disease
Mitral Valve Disease

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts
Cerebellar Abiotrophy

Myotonia
Corneal Dystrophy

Hearing
Hip And Eyes
X-Rays
Physical Examination

Electrocardiogram
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Blood And Urine Analysis
Blood and Urine Tests
Skin Biopsy
Ocular Exam
Cardiac Test
Electromyography (EMG)
Muscle Biopsy

Border Heeler has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Great Danoodle has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Border Heelers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Great Danoodles sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Soccer, Catch treats, Run, Dog Parks, Tug-of-war, Walks, Frisbee, Swim, Rollerblading, Ball, Running, Play, Road trip, Cuddling, Hiking, Herding, Fetch, Being lazy, Sleeping, Jog, Camping, Training, Wrestling, Playing fetch, Watching storms, Walk, Vehicle rides, Heel, Hike, Tricks

Training, Fetch, Beach runs, Walk, Dog Parks, Play, Shake, Catch, Walks, Snuggles, Tug-of-war

The Border Heeler has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

The Great Danoodle requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Ideally, Border Heeler should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Great Danoodle should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Border Heelers can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

Great Danoodles make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Border Heelers are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Great Danoodles are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Border Heelers are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Great Danoodles are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Border Heelers are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Great Danoodles are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Border Heelers are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Great Danoodles have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.