Blue Heeler

I got this picture from Google Images. THis puppy is named Sabrina and was born in 2003. In this picture she is about 2.5 months old.

Some people at work today, including Bettina, were talking about these dogs. They are adorable, and obediant, although apparently bad as pets, since they are bred to be working/herding dogs. Read below for more information.

According to Dog Breed Info, "these dogs are called either Blue Heelers, Australian Cattle Dogs, Queensland Heelers, or Red Heelers. A working, herding breed, the Australian Cattle Dog is not suited to life alone in the backyard. One of the most intelligent breeds, it can become easily bored, leading to serious behavior problems. These dogs need to be part of the action! They are loyal, protective and alert. An excellent guard dog. Brave and trustworthy. Very good in the obedience ring and in herding and agility. Firm training from the start and lot of daily attention will produce a fine and happy pet. It is absolutely loyal and obedient to its master, but it is something of a one-person dog. They are sometimes suspicious of people and dogs they don't know. It can be very dog aggressive, for its dominance level is high. Not good with children except for family members it has known since puppyhood. Some tend to nip at people's heels in an attempt to herd them. If you are buying a pet, avoid strictly working lines, as these dogs may be too active and intense for home life. Australian Cattle Dogs are very easy to train. Puppies are born white (inherited from the early Dalmatian crosses), but the adult color can be seen in the paw pads."