Lancashire Heeler

Lancashire Heeler dog

Small, sturdy cattle dog. Big-dog attitude.

Size Weight Height Lifespan
Small 9 - 17 lbs 10 - 12 inches 12 - 15 years
(These are estimates and may vary.)

Origin: United Kingdom



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Running Digging Swimming Exploring Playing with Toys Obedience Training Tracking Herding Fetch Hiking Socializing Tug Of War Frisbee Chewing Agility Training Cuddling Guarding Hunting

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Clever Protective Affectionate Stubborn Confident Fearless Friendly Docile Energetic Calm Patient Aggressive Gentle Sociable Adaptable Playful Independent Clever Agile Loyal

May be a good fit if you:

  • Are looking for a breed that generally does well with children.
  • Are a first-time dog owner looking for a relatively approachable breed.

Things to consider:

  • This breed may be less suited to smaller living spaces.

Frequently Asked Questions About Lancashire Heeler

The Lancashire Heeler is not generally considered hypoallergenic. Individual allergy reactions can vary.

The Lancashire Heeler tends to have a moderate level of shedding.

The Lancashire Heeler generally has relatively manageable grooming needs.

The Lancashire Heeler is generally a high-energy breed that tends to enjoy an active routine.

The Lancashire Heeler generally benefits from a moderate amount of daily exercise.

The Lancashire Heeler has moderate trainability and generally benefits from patient, consistent training.

The Lancashire Heeler generally tends to do well with children when properly socialized and supervised.

The Lancashire Heeler may get along with other dogs with appropriate socialization and introductions.

The Lancashire Heeler is generally considered relatively approachable for first-time dog owners.

The Lancashire Heeler may be less suited to apartment living and may benefit from more space.