SPICES UP VERSATILE HEELER THE HERDING RING!
A LITTLE DOG WITH A BIG ATTITUDE, THE LANCASHIRE HEELER IS THE NEWEST ADDITION TO THE AKC HERDING GROUP.
I n January 2024, the Lancashire Heeler achieved full AKC recognition in the Herding Group. Exhibitors nationwide have been delighted to see these tiny drovers shine in the show ring, with several already earning championships and multi- ple Group placements. The United States Lancashire Heeler Club is proud of its members for promoting the breed, educating the public, and competing in nearly every possible sport dogdom has to offer. We look forward to sharing this affectionate, hardworking, rug- ged little breed with the world—but we caution that this dog is not a good fit for every family or household. Here is a quick overview of the Lancashire Heeler. Learn more at: unitedstateslancashireheeler.com. SIZE The Lancashire Heeler is the smallest Heeler in the world, but he’s as rugged and hardy as his larger cattle-herding cousins! The ideal height is about 10-12 inches at the shoulder, and they tend to weigh between 9-17 pounds. PROPORTIONS Slightly longer than tall, the Lancashire Heeler should have a firm, level topline and be approximately one inch longer than his height at the withers. EARS While most Lancashire Heelers sport the upright ears of an Aus- tralian Cattle Dog, the Lancashire Heeler Breed Standard calls for ears “showing alert lift, or erect”—which can include tipped, but- ton, or rose ears. All are acceptable and should be judged on an equal basis—showing alert lift and expression is what’s important.
BY THE UNITED STATES LANCASHIRE HEELER CLUB
PHOTOS COURTESY OF SHERYL BRADBURY AND LINDSEY DOBRUCK
SHOWSIGHT MAGAZINE, MARCH 2024 | 245
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