Lancashire Heeler
Breed Information |
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| Popularity |
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| Name | Lancashire Heeler |
| Other names | Ormskirk Heeler, Ormskirk Terrier |
| Origin |  United Kingdom |
| Breed Group | Herding |
| Size | Small |
| Type | Purebred |
| Life span | 12-15 years |
| Temperament |
Alert Clever Friendly Intelligent |
| Height | 10-12 inches (25-31 cm) |
| Weight | 6-13 pounds (3-6 kg) |
| Colors |
Brown Black and Tan Liver |
| Litter Size | 2-5 puppies |
| Puppy Prices |
Average $800 - $1200 USD
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Breed Characteristics |
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| Adaptability |
4 stars |
| Apartment Friendly |
4 stars This breed is a good dog for apartment living. It is very active indoors and will do okay without a yard as long as it is properly exercised. This breed will do okay in colder climates as long as it has proper shelter. |
| Barking Tendencies |
3 stars Occassional |
| Cat Friendly |
3 stars |
| Child Friendly |
4 stars Good with Kids: This is a suitable breed for kids and is known to be playful, energetic, and affectionate around them. |
| Dog Friendly |
3 stars |
| Exercise Needs |
3 stars |
| Grooming |
2 stars This breed is easy to groom. Comb and brush with a firm bristle brush, and bathe only when necessary. The coat is seasonably long or short. In the wintertime the coat is plush with a visible mane and in the summer it has a sleek, shiny coat. |
| Health Issues |
3 stars Hypoallergenic: NoThe Lancashire Heeler has a life expectancy of 12–15 years or more. The three most common serious conditions that can affect Heelers are Collie eye anomaly, Primary lens luxation and Persistent pupillary membranes. As well as these eye conditions, dogs of this breed may suffer from Patella luxation. |
| Intelligence |
3 stars Ranking: (N/A) Full Ranking List |
| Playfulness |
4 stars |
| Shedding Level |
3 stars |
| Stranger Friendly |
3 stars |
| Trainability |
2 stars The Lancashire Heeler can be difficult to train but it can be done with a firm, confident and consistent trainer. It is important that the owner demonstrate that they are the pack leader, not the Lancashire Heeler, in order to avoid problems with the dog developing 'Small Dog Syndrome'. |
| Watchdog Ability |
3 stars |
Lancashire Heeler Names |
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| Rank | Boy Names | Girl Names |
| 01 | Charlie | Chloe |
| 02 | Tucker | Bella |
| 03 | Bailey | Maggie |
| 04 | Jack | Ruby |
| 05 | Bentley | Layla |
| 06 | Zeus | Sophie |
| 07 | Tucker | Luna |
| 08 | Oscar | Emma |
| 09 | Teddy | Gracie |
| 10 | Sammy | Coco |
| 100 Cute Puppy Names › | ||
Overview |
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The Lancashire Heeler is a small but sturdy, powerful and energetic working dog, either black and tan or liver and tan, with a weather resistant double coat and a natural tail that is carried in a slight curve. It is alert, friendly, energetic, intelligent, playful and a pleasant companion. Personality can range from lazy and playful to energenic and talkative. It is actually a very strong dog that likes to participate in all kinds of activities, and can carry a ball or object the size of themselves.The Lancashire Heeler is friendly towards its owners and passers-by on the street but may be aggressive towards an unknown character on their territory. |
History |
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It is generally accepted that the Lancashire Heeler, which originated in Great Britain, is descended from a cross between the Welsh Corgi and a small black and tan terrier type dog. They were used as a general purpose farm dog, useful for both cattle driving and ratting. Due mainly to the interest and record-keeping of a breeder named Gwen Macintosh, the breed was recognized by The Kennel Club in 1981. Their popularity has spread to a number of other countries, including the U.S. The Lancashire Heeler was recognized by the United Kennel Club November 1, 2009. |
References
- [1] ^ YouTube: Lancashire Heeler - TOP 10 Interesting Facts
