Posted on Jan 4, 2024
The Lancashire heeler, gritty and smart, is the latest American Kennel Club breed
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It's small in stature, big on activity and known for a "smile," and it's ready to compete with 200 other dog breeds.
Say hello to the Lancashire heeler, the latest breed recognized by the American Kennel Club. The organization announced Wednesday that the rare herding breed is now eligible for thousands of U.S. dog shows, including the prominent Westminster Kennel Club show.
It's small in stature, big on activity and known for a "smile," and it's ready to compete with 200 other dog breeds.
Say hello to the Lancashire heeler, the latest breed recognized by the American Kennel Club. The organization announced Wednesday that the rare herding breed is now eligible for thousands of U.S. dog shows, including the prominent Westminster Kennel Club show.
The Lancashire heeler, gritty and smart, is the latest American Kennel Club breed
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PO1 William "Chip" Nagel
..."Lancashire heelers are a rare breed
Patricia Blankenship of Flora, Mississippi, who has bred Lancashire heelers for over a decade, told The Associated Press: "They're gritty little dogs, and they're very intelligent little dogs."
These sturdy pups, which are only about one foot tall from paw to shoulder and usually weigh up to 17 pounds, are a rare breed. The AKC says only about 5,000 exist worldwide."
..."Lancashire heelers are a rare breed
Patricia Blankenship of Flora, Mississippi, who has bred Lancashire heelers for over a decade, told The Associated Press: "They're gritty little dogs, and they're very intelligent little dogs."
These sturdy pups, which are only about one foot tall from paw to shoulder and usually weigh up to 17 pounds, are a rare breed. The AKC says only about 5,000 exist worldwide."
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If they are bred for herding, I hope they don’t spend all of their lives in shows.
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