COAT
The Australian Cattle Dog coat is smooth, a double coat with a short dense undercoat. The outer-coat is close, each hair straight, hard, and lying flat, so that it resists rain. Under the body, to behind the legs, the coat is longer and forms near the thigh a mild form of breeching. On the head (including the inside of the ears), to the front of the legs and feet, the hair is short. Along the neck it is longer and thicker.

CHARACTER
The Cattle Dog's loyalty and protective instincts make it a self-appointed guardian to the Stockman, his herd and his property. Whilst naturally suspicious of strangers, must be amenable to handling, particularly in the Show ring

RECOMMENDED CINDRA PRODUCTS:

TEXTURIZING SHAMPOO
RECONSTRUCTOR - Conditioner
DEVOTED - Spirit Collection of Fragrances

PROBLEM	SOLUTION
Dry, damaged Coat	Our version of a hot oil treatment: Wet dog with warm water, apply Moisture Plus liberally. Wrap in hot towel for 15-20 minutes. Shampoo with Moisturizing Shampoo and rinse.
Increase Undercoat	Line brush daily with Maxicare as soon as dog is finished shedding
Shedding around house	Spray with Maxicare and brush daily. Be sure to get down to skin. Nothing will prevent shedding completely. It is a normal, necessary process for these breeds.