Typical Size
Medium
Weight Range
35 - 50 lbs
Life Expectancy
12-16 years
Appearance: Compact, sturdy, hard-muscled herder, 17-20 inches tall. Related to the Dingo. Born white, coat turns blue-gray ('Blue Heeler') or red ('Red Heeler'), often with mottling or speckling.
Traits & Characteristics: Resilient, intelligent (enough to outsmart owners), with immense work drive. Excel at moving livestock. Boundless energy, loyal, tenacious, alert, and wary of strangers. Need challenges and exercise to prevent boredom/mischief. Also called Queensland Heeler.
Origins: Australia.
A scientific yet warm breakdown of human-canine compatibility and natural instincts.
Social
Gentle
Open
Playmate
Vigor
Interactivity
Eager
Smart
Vocal
Guardian
Care
Hair
Individual dogs may vary from breed characteristics. These ratings represent general breed tendencies based on typical traits.
