The Smithfield puppies are nearly ready to venture off to their new homes. Born on August 15th, 2009 by Dunorlan Uncle Arthur from Orabanda Popcorn they are an important part of our efforts at Sarasota to preserve the heritage of the Smithfield breed. Described by cynologist  Robert Kaleski as:

"..a big rough-coated, square-bodied dog, with a head like a wedge, a white frill round the neck, and saddle-flap ears; he got over the ground like a native bear. Faithful enough, handy, and sensible; but he couldn't stand the heat and long trips. Besides, he bit like an alligator, and barked like a consumptive. The other faults were bad, but the last was a finisher. How could a man borrow any of his neighbours cattle with an advertisement like that..."
the Smithfield was more suited to Tasmanian conditions than those in the northern regions of NSW & Queensland where it was infused with other breeds to create the Australian Cattle Dog & possibly the Australian Shepherd.
Any one interested in the conservation of the breed, which has become somewhat of a Tasmanian icon, should contact Tull on 0428123864