Lancashire Heeler

United Kingdom

Ormskirk Heeler

25-31 cm

3-6 kg

The Lancashire Heeler is not recognized by the FCI British breed. Since 1981 he has been a recognized breed by the Kennel Club in the UK and the group of sheep dogs ( Pastoral Group) is assigned. The AKC leads the race in view of a possible recognition in its Foundation Stock Service.

Origin and History

The original Lancashire Heeler died out at the beginning of the 20th century. Some 60 years later he was re-created from Welsh Corgi and Manchester Terrier. Mention is a race called Heeler already. Around the year 1600, under the name of Ormskirk Heeler ( after the village Ormskirk in Lancashire )

Description

The Lancashire Heeler is up to 31 cm tall and 6 kg, is black and tan ( black and tan ), or brown and tan ( liver and tan ); his coat is short, smooth, and shiny, the ears of medium size, standing, facing forward.

Nature

Lovable character, a pleasant way " Sassy"

Use

The original Lancashire Heeler was a herding dog and herding dog for cattle. Today it is used as a companion dog. The name " Heeler " refers to the fact that the dog's to driving cattle in heels ( heels ) tweaks, pushing in the desired direction. This explains the paradoxical fact that for herding livestock especially small dogs are used. This genetically anchored behavior makes Heeler, such as also the Welsh Corgi, to determine as a companion while jogging unsuitable because he will try again and again by gently pinching the Hack direction.