Blue Heelers

Blue Heelers are the most famous breed of cattle dog. It is a breed from mixture of Wild Australian Dingoes, blue dotted Collies, Australian Kelpies, Bull Terriers and Dalmatians. It is also known as Australian Cattle Dog and Queensland Heeler. The result for their combination is an athletic, well proportioned working dog. The ideal height for a blue heeler dog is between 18 - 20 inches for males and 17 to 19 inches for females. Most blue heeler puppies have white blaze in their forehead. White blaze is a stripe or spot of white hair in their forehead known as the Bentley mark. Blue heelers have a weather resistant coat that makes them qualified to work even during the cold season and during the hot outback climate. They are always alert, active, courageous, extremely intelligent, watchful and intelligent.

Blue Heeler puppies were bred to assist cattlemen in controlling the cattle, in both broad and confined areas as the cattle industry develops. Their need is to have a strong biting dog that is capable of moving the wild cattle. The distance to travel in moving the cattle requires a dog to possess a great stamina. Australian cattle dogs can do the job with efficiency. Its well proportioned body equipped with dominant and quick sensing mind conveys the impression of great alertness, strength and endurance. Their absolute devotion to their work, natural protective instinct and loyalty makes them ideal guardians to the rancher, his cattle and his property.

Not only meant to be working dogs, they are also ideal family pets. Blue Heeler puppies are very affectionate to their "masters" and like to have close attachment with them. They are very bold and like to challenge people around them by trying to break the rules and once in a while challenge your ability to make him follow. They love to chew anything that they see including toys and furniture. You must be very serious in teaching him what is acceptable and what is not. What is so good about ACD pets is that you can expect them to be interested in your welfare and safety at all times.