Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle has high obesity risk, needs regular exercise and food control to maintain healthy weight.

Whoodle has average obesity risk, needs balanced diet, daily walks, and weight monitoring.

Unfortunately, the Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Whoodles are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Alert
Devoted
Intelligent
Obedient
Courageous
Energetic
Loyal
Watchful

Playful
Friendly
Active
Energetic
Strong
Confident

Australian Stumpy Tail Cattles are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Whoodles are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Choose an Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

Whoodles are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Australia

United States

Dingo, Smithfield, Collie

Soft-Coated Wheaten Terrier and Poodle

1900s

Mid 1900's

Brown

Brown
Amber

Blue
Black

Black
Brown

Red
Blue

Black
Red
Brown
Silver
Cream

Straight

Wavy

Australian Stumpy Tail Cattles are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Whoodles have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

Australian Stumpy Tail Cattles are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Whoodles 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

Sebaceous Adenitis
Kidney Problems
Addison's Disease
Eye Diseases and Disorders

Hip Dysplasia
Dental Problems

Elbow Dysplasia
Cataracts
Allergies

OFA
BAER Testing
Yearly Eye Exam
Yearly Physical Examination

Cardiac
Eye
Hip
Blood
Heart
Eye examination

Australian Stumpy Tail Cattles thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Whoodles' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle has below average social needs and is content with spending time alone.

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

Australian Stumpy Tail Cattles need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

Whoodles require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Australian Stumpy Tail Cattles are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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

Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Whoodles are typically quiet and only bark when needed, such as to alert their owner or when in distress.

Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle dogs are highly protective and make excellent guard dogs due to their strong instinct to defend their territory and owners, and their high level of vigilance.

While Whoodle dogs can defend their territory or owners, it's not their primary trait, and they are not ideal guard dogs.

Run, Swim, Tug-of-war, Chase, Fetch, Tricks, Tracking

Walking, Walks, fetch

Australian Stumpy Tail Cattles are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

Whoodles are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle, it's at least 12 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Whoodle, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

The Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

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

Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle 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

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

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Clipper
Nail Clipper

The average cost of an Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a Whoodle is somewhere $2.10 - $2.50 per day.

The average per month expenses of an Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Whoodle is between $63 - $74. This makes an average of $756 - $888 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Australian Stumpy Tail Cattles are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Whoodle is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

Whoodles have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

Australian Stumpy Tail Cattles can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

The Whoodle is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Australian Stumpy Tail Cattles are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Whoodles are not cat friendly.

Australian Stumpy Tail Cattles are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

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

Australian Stumpy Tail Cattles have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Whoodles are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

The Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.

Whoodles may require more time and patience to learn commands, but with consistency, they can be trained.