What kind of dog is a Queensland Heeler?

What kind of dog is a Queensland Heeler?

The Queensland Heeler is a very intelligent, robust and enduring working dog. In general, cattle dogs, they are real ‘character dogs’, full of energy, which must be properly directed.

How long have I been raising Queensland Heelers?

I have been raising Queensland Heelers for well over 20 years now, and love the breed. and just prior to whelping to keep mom and pups safe, during and after whelping. Dams are allowed in/out of the kennel while pups stay safely confined to the kennel. We have property here for my heelers to run on… and they do.

How often does a Red Heeler dog shed?

Do Red Heelers Shed? Yes, Red Heelers will shed heavily twice a year which makes them less than ideal for prospective dog owners with allergies. If you want a dog that has little to no shedding then you should consider a hypoallergenic dog breed.

Can a Red Heeler be an apartment dog?

Are Red Heelers Good Apartment Dogs? Yes, Red Heelers can be great apartment dogs, however, you need to find them a place to exercise every day for at least 90 minutes. Red Heelers are better suited to homes because there is typically a back yard where they can scamper around to burn off energy between walks.

The Queensland Heeler is a very intelligent, robust and enduring working dog. In general, cattle dogs, they are real ‘character dogs’, full of energy, which must be properly directed.

I have been raising Queensland Heelers for well over 20 years now, and love the breed. and just prior to whelping to keep mom and pups safe, during and after whelping. Dams are allowed in/out of the kennel while pups stay safely confined to the kennel. We have property here for my heelers to run on… and they do.

When does a new born Heeler start to show?

***The white of newborn heelers begins to fill in with blue or red ticking at about 3 weeks of age, and tan paws/muzzle/chest, on tri-color blues, begins to show then too, but any markings they are born with remain, and the “Bentley” mark (white star on forehead) will appear as well, once the ticking fills in, at about 3 weeks of age.

What kind of dog is a blue heeler?

Quick Information Other Names: Australian Cattle Dog, Blue Heeler, Hall Hypoallergenic: No AKC Dog Ranking: 54th Most popular dog breed Good family dog: Very good with socialization Good with other dogs: Yes, good with socialization