{"id":2514,"date":"2019-12-31T16:00:06","date_gmt":"2019-12-31T16:00:06","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/petdedicated.com\/?p=2514"},"modified":"2019-12-31T16:00:06","modified_gmt":"2019-12-31T16:00:06","slug":"blue-heeler","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/petdedicated.com\/?p=2514","title":{"rendered":"Blue Heeler"},"content":{"rendered":"<\/p>\n<p><p>The post <a rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dogster.com\/dog-breeds\/blue-heeler\">Blue Heeler<\/a> by <a rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dogster.com\/author\/dogster-hq\">Dogster HQ<\/a> appeared first on <a rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dogster.com\">Dogster<\/a>. Copying over entire articles infringes on copyright laws. You may not be aware of it, but all of these articles were assigned, contracted and paid for, so they aren&#8217;t considered public domain. However, we appreciate that you like the article and would love it if you continued sharing just the first paragraph of an article, then linking out to the rest of the piece on Dogster.com.<\/p>\n<div id=\"wppb-builder-container\" class=\"wppb-builder-container\">\n<div class=\"row nopad\">\n<div class=\"col-sm-12 col-md-12 nopad\">\n<div class=\"leftcontain container-fluid\">\n<div class=\"row-fluid row\">\n<div id=\"dmg-alpha\" class=\"dmg-post\">\n<div class=\"dmg-postBody\">\n<div class=\"dmg-header\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"col-md-12\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"col-sm-4\">\n<div id=\"attachment_368330\" style=\"width: 610px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-368330\" src=\"http:\/\/www.dogster.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/shutterstock_blue_heeler_thumb-600x400.jpg\" alt=\"A blue heeler dog plays with a snowball.\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" class=\"size-large wp-image-368330\" \/><\/p>\n<p id=\"caption-attachment-368330\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">A blue heeler dog. Photography by BGSmith \/ Shutterstock.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col-sm-8\">\n<h1 class=\"dmg-title\">Blue Heeler<\/h1>\n<h4 class=\"tk-cardigan\">Quick Facts<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li> Weight: 35 &#8211; 45 pounds<\/li>\n<li> Height: 17 &#8211; 20 inches<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 class=\"tk-cardigan\">The Look of a Blue Heeler<\/h2>\n<p>                      Blue Heelers (American Cattle Dogs) are solid, sturdy and compact dogs with an alert, ready-to-work stance. Slightly longer than tall with curved, hanging tails, they have muscular legs and strong necks and broad, somewhat rounded heads with pointy ears. Their dense, weather-resistant coats come blue, blue mottled, blue speckled or red speckled\u2014both with possible dark or tan markings. The name Blue Heeler refers to the Australian Cattle Dog with the blue coat, while the red-coated Australian Cattle Dog is sometimes referred to as the Red Heeler. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>            <!-- \/.dmg-header --><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<div class=\"dmg-words\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"col-md-6\">\n<h4 class=\"tk-cardigan\">Traits<\/h4>\n<p>                  <strong>Blue Heeler facts:<\/strong><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_320163\" style=\"width: 610px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-320163\" class=\"size-full wp-image-320163\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dogster.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/05\/shutterstock_1209318.jpg\" alt=\"A blue heeler dog.\" width=\"600\" height=\"416\" \/><\/p>\n<p id=\"caption-attachment-320163\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Look at that gorgeous coat! <a href=\"http:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/pic-1209318\/stock-photo-blue-heeler.html?src=ynjHAw1-KwxGTSFynuFCGg-1-31\">Blue Heeler<\/a>. Photography\u00a0by Sandra\u00a0Caldwell \/ Shutterstock.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li>Intelligent<\/li>\n<li>Resourceful<\/li>\n<li>Active<\/li>\n<li>Alert<\/li>\n<li>Hard-working<\/li>\n<li>Protective<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col-md-6\">\n<h4 class=\"tk-cardigan\">Ideal Human Companion<\/h4>\n<p>                  <strong>Who gets along with Blue Heelers? <\/strong><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_320162\" style=\"width: 610px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-320162\" class=\"size-full wp-image-320162\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dogster.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/05\/shutterstock_271016483.jpg\" alt=\"A Blue Heeler dog.\" width=\"600\" height=\"399\" \/><\/p>\n<p id=\"caption-attachment-320162\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Active, sporty types get along with Blue Heeler dogs. Photography by WOLF AVNI \/ Shutterstock.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li>Singles<\/li>\n<li>Active, sporty types<\/li>\n<li>Families<\/li>\n<li>Hunters<\/li>\n<li>Cattle breeders<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 class=\"tk-cardigan\">What They Are Like to Live With<\/h2>\n<p>              These are high-energy, clever and active dogs. Not content with <a title=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dogster.com\/dog-training\/engage-dog-indoors\">sitting around the house for hours on end<\/a>, Blue Heelers will encourage you to take them outside for exercise, play and work.<\/p>\n<p>Blue Heelers, like most herders, can be one-person dogs. They also have a unique independence, not requiring much in the way of cuddling or affection. Though tough and resolute, they will definitely appreciate positive feedback and good treatment. Sometimes their herding instincts can suddenly come into play. They may &#8220;herd&#8221; family members or nip lightly at heels if they want something.<\/p>\n<p>They don\u2019t bark too much, but they are still very protective of the home. Blue Heelers can be cautious and wary\u2014qualities that make them excellent watchdogs. They are also friendly and loving companions.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"tk-cardigan\">Things You Should Know<\/h2>\n<p>              <strong>What to know about Blue Heelers <\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Blue Heelers need activities, tasks and lots of room to run; therefore, they are probably not suited for <a title=\"The 10 Best Apartment Dogs Might Surprise You\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dogster.com\/lifestyle\/10-best-apartment-dogs\">apartment living<\/a>. Without open spaces and jobs to do, they can get into mischief and destructiveness. <a title=\"The 10 Best Apartment Dogs Might Surprise You\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dogster.com\/dog-training\/\">Easily trained<\/a>, they need a firm hand controlling them so that they don\u2019t bond with another dominant dog in the neighborhood.<\/p>\n<p>Some may have the urge to nip. A toy can solve this problem. Just be sure it\u2019s a tough one: Blue Heelers can tear a typical dog toy to shreds in one sitting. Also remember: Keep your Blue Heeler on a leash. They are very curious and love to run and roam. Also, they can have issues with dogs they don\u2019t know very well.<\/p>\n<p>A healthy Blue Heeler can live as long as 15 years. Common health issues can include eye problems, <a title=\"How to Spot \u2014 and Prevent \u2014 Hip Dysplasia in Dogs\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dogster.com\/lifestyle\/dog-health-how-to-spot-prevent-canine-hip-dysplasia\">hip dysplasia<\/a> and deafness.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"tk-cardigan\">Blue Heeler History<\/h2>\n<p>              Mixing native Dingoes with Collies and other herding dogs, Australian George Elliott developed the Australian Cattle Dog (the Blue Heeler) in 1840. Australian cattlemen and ranchers loved the breed\u2019s toughness and work ethic, and the dogs quickly became popular as cattle herders. The American Kennel Club officially recognizes the breed name as the Australian Cattle Dog. The blue coat version is the one called Blue Heeler, which is more of a nick name than an official name. Australian Cattle Dogs are also called \u00a0Australian Heelers or Queensland Heelers.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Read more about Blue Heelers on Dogster.com:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><a title=\"Are Blue Heelers Really Blue?\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dogster.com\/bolz\/dog-photos-blue-heeler-australian-cattle-dog\">Are Blue Heelers Really Blue?<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><a title=\"Get to Know Blue Heelers: Fiercely Independent Charmers\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dogster.com\/lifestyle\/get-to-know-blue-heeler-fiercely-independent-charmer\">Get to Know Blue Heelers: Fiercely Independent Charmers<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><a title=\"Roses are Red \u2014 and Blue Heeler Puppies Are Awesome\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dogster.com\/lifestyle\/blue-heeler-puppies-cute-puppy-dog-breeds-pictures-photos\">Roses are Red \u2014 and Blue Heeler Puppies Are Awesome<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<p>            <!-- \/.dmg-words --> <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>The post <a rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dogster.com\/dog-breeds\/blue-heeler\">Blue Heeler<\/a> by <a rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dogster.com\/author\/dogster-hq\">Dogster HQ<\/a> appeared first on <a rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dogster.com\">Dogster<\/a>. Copying over entire articles infringes on copyright laws. You may not be aware of it, but all of these articles were assigned, contracted and paid for, so they aren&#8217;t considered public domain. However, we appreciate that you like the article and would love it if you continued sharing just the first paragraph of an article, then linking out to the rest of the piece on Dogster.com.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n<p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<\/p>\n<p><p>The post <a rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dogster.com\/dog-breeds\/blue-heeler\">Blue Heeler<\/a> by <a rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dogster.com\/author\/dogster-hq\">Dogster HQ<\/a> appeared first on <a rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dogster.com\">Dogster<\/a>. Copying over entire articles infringes on copyright laws. You may not be aware of it, but all of these articles were assigned, contracted and paid for, so they aren&#8217;t considered public domain. However, we appreciate that you like the article and would love it if you continued sharing just the first paragraph of an article, then linking out to the rest of the piece on Dogster.com.<\/p>\n<div id=\"wppb-builder-container\" class=\"wppb-builder-container\">\n<div class=\"row nopad\">\n<div class=\"col-sm-12 col-md-12 nopad\">\n<div class=\"leftcontain container-fluid\">\n<div class=\"row-fluid row\">\n<div id=\"dmg-alpha\" class=\"dmg-post\">\n<div class=\"dmg-postBody\">\n<div class=\"dmg-header\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"col-md-12\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"col-sm-4\">\n<div id=\"attachment_368330\" style=\"width: 610px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-368330\" src=\"http:\/\/www.dogster.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/shutterstock_blue_heeler_thumb-600x400.jpg\" alt=\"A blue heeler dog plays with a snowball.\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" class=\"size-large wp-image-368330\" \/><\/p>\n<p id=\"caption-attachment-368330\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">A blue heeler dog. Photography by BGSmith \/ Shutterstock.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col-sm-8\">\n<h1 class=\"dmg-title\">Blue Heeler<\/h1>\n<h4 class=\"tk-cardigan\">Quick Facts<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li> Weight: 35 &#8211; 45 pounds<\/li>\n<li> Height: 17 &#8211; 20 inches<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 class=\"tk-cardigan\">The Look of a Blue Heeler<\/h2>\n<p>                      Blue Heelers (American Cattle Dogs) are solid, sturdy and compact dogs with an alert, ready-to-work stance. Slightly longer than tall with curved, hanging tails, they have muscular legs and strong necks and broad, somewhat rounded heads with pointy ears. Their dense, weather-resistant coats come blue, blue mottled, blue speckled or red speckled\u2014both with possible dark or tan markings. The name Blue Heeler refers to the Australian Cattle Dog with the blue coat, while the red-coated Australian Cattle Dog is sometimes referred to as the Red Heeler. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>            <!-- \/.dmg-header --><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<div class=\"dmg-words\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"col-md-6\">\n<h4 class=\"tk-cardigan\">Traits<\/h4>\n<p>                  <strong>Blue Heeler facts:<\/strong><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_320163\" style=\"width: 610px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-320163\" class=\"size-full wp-image-320163\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dogster.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/05\/shutterstock_1209318.jpg\" alt=\"A blue heeler dog.\" width=\"600\" height=\"416\" \/><\/p>\n<p id=\"caption-attachment-320163\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Look at that gorgeous coat! <a href=\"http:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/pic-1209318\/stock-photo-blue-heeler.html?src=ynjHAw1-KwxGTSFynuFCGg-1-31\">Blue Heeler<\/a>. Photography\u00a0by Sandra\u00a0Caldwell \/ Shutterstock.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li>Intelligent<\/li>\n<li>Resourceful<\/li>\n<li>Active<\/li>\n<li>Alert<\/li>\n<li>Hard-working<\/li>\n<li>Protective<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col-md-6\">\n<h4 class=\"tk-cardigan\">Ideal Human Companion<\/h4>\n<p>                  <strong>Who gets along with Blue Heelers? <\/strong><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_320162\" style=\"width: 610px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-320162\" class=\"size-full wp-image-320162\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dogster.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/05\/shutterstock_271016483.jpg\" alt=\"A Blue Heeler dog.\" width=\"600\" height=\"399\" \/><\/p>\n<p id=\"caption-attachment-320162\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Active, sporty types get along with Blue Heeler dogs. Photography by WOLF AVNI \/ Shutterstock.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li>Singles<\/li>\n<li>Active, sporty types<\/li>\n<li>Families<\/li>\n<li>Hunters<\/li>\n<li>Cattle breeders<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 class=\"tk-cardigan\">What They Are Like to Live With<\/h2>\n<p>              These are high-energy, clever and active dogs. Not content with <a title=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dogster.com\/dog-training\/engage-dog-indoors\">sitting around the house for hours on end<\/a>, Blue Heelers will encourage you to take them outside for exercise, play and work.<\/p>\n<p>Blue Heelers, like most herders, can be one-person dogs. They also have a unique independence, not requiring much in the way of cuddling or affection. Though tough and resolute, they will definitely appreciate positive feedback and good treatment. Sometimes their herding instincts can suddenly come into play. They may &#8220;herd&#8221; family members or nip lightly at heels if they want something.<\/p>\n<p>They don\u2019t bark too much, but they are still very protective of the home. Blue Heelers can be cautious and wary\u2014qualities that make them excellent watchdogs. They are also friendly and loving companions.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"tk-cardigan\">Things You Should Know<\/h2>\n<p>              <strong>What to know about Blue Heelers <\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Blue Heelers need activities, tasks and lots of room to run; therefore, they are probably not suited for <a title=\"The 10 Best Apartment Dogs Might Surprise You\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dogster.com\/lifestyle\/10-best-apartment-dogs\">apartment living<\/a>. Without open spaces and jobs to do, they can get into mischief and destructiveness. <a title=\"The 10 Best Apartment Dogs Might Surprise You\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dogster.com\/dog-training\/\">Easily trained<\/a>, they need a firm hand controlling them so that they don\u2019t bond with another dominant dog in the neighborhood.<\/p>\n<p>Some may have the urge to nip. A toy can solve this problem. Just be sure it\u2019s a tough one: Blue Heelers can tear a typical dog toy to shreds in one sitting. Also remember: Keep your Blue Heeler on a leash. They are very curious and love to run and roam. Also, they can have issues with dogs they don\u2019t know very well.<\/p>\n<p>A healthy Blue Heeler can live as long as 15 years. Common health issues can include eye problems, <a title=\"How to Spot \u2014 and Prevent \u2014 Hip Dysplasia in Dogs\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dogster.com\/lifestyle\/dog-health-how-to-spot-prevent-canine-hip-dysplasia\">hip dysplasia<\/a> and deafness.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"tk-cardigan\">Blue Heeler History<\/h2>\n<p>              Mixing native Dingoes with Collies and other herding dogs, Australian George Elliott developed the Australian Cattle Dog (the Blue Heeler) in 1840. Australian cattlemen and ranchers loved the breed\u2019s toughness and work ethic, and the dogs quickly became popular as cattle herders. The American Kennel Club officially recognizes the breed name as the Australian Cattle Dog. The blue coat version is the one called Blue Heeler, which is more of a nick name than an official name. Australian Cattle Dogs are also called \u00a0Australian Heelers or Queensland Heelers.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Read more about Blue Heelers on Dogster.com:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><a title=\"Are Blue Heelers Really Blue?\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dogster.com\/bolz\/dog-photos-blue-heeler-australian-cattle-dog\">Are Blue Heelers Really Blue?<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><a title=\"Get to Know Blue Heelers: Fiercely Independent Charmers\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dogster.com\/lifestyle\/get-to-know-blue-heeler-fiercely-independent-charmer\">Get to Know Blue Heelers: Fiercely Independent Charmers<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><a title=\"Roses are Red \u2014 and Blue Heeler Puppies Are Awesome\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dogster.com\/lifestyle\/blue-heeler-puppies-cute-puppy-dog-breeds-pictures-photos\">Roses are Red \u2014 and Blue Heeler Puppies Are Awesome<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<p>            <!-- \/.dmg-words --> <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>The post <a rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dogster.com\/dog-breeds\/blue-heeler\">Blue Heeler<\/a> by <a rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dogster.com\/author\/dogster-hq\">Dogster HQ<\/a> appeared first on <a rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dogster.com\">Dogster<\/a>. 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