Appearance: Medium sized, strong body. Head broad, ears are pricked, tail long and coated. The general appearance is that of a strong compact, symmetrically built working dog, with the ability and willingness to carry out his allotted task however arduous. Its combination of substance, power, balance and hard muscular condition must convey the impression of great agility, strength and endurance.
Temperament: Loyal, courageous, diligent.
Characteristics: As the name implies the dog’s prime function, & 1 in which he has no peer, is the control & movement of cattle in both wide open & confined areas. Always alert, extremely intelligent, watchful, courageous & trustworthy, with an implicit devotion to duty making it an ideal dog.