Are blue heelers good dogs?

Can a Blue Heeler Be Good With Kids? ... When it comes to working, blue heelers are multitalented pooches, with gifts not only in herding but also act with serious vigor. These dogs, also called Australian cattle dogs, red heelers and Queensland heelers, are frequently kept as pets. read more

The blue heeler or Australian cattle dog descends from the Australian dingo and the smooth collie. Blue heelers were recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1980. While every individual pup has unique and totally lovable characteristics, there are many classic traits and behaviors of blue heeler pups. read more

The blue heeler is a type of Australian cattle dog. He is intelligent, loyal and protective. The breed derives from the Australian dingo, which was bred with smooth-coated blue-merle collies. The resulting dog was bred with black and tan kelpies and dalmatians to produce blue heeler dogs. read more

Blue Heeler Quick Facts. Weight: 35 - 45 pounds; Height: 17 - 20 inches; The Look of a Blue Heeler. Blue Heelers (American Cattle Dogs) are solid, sturdy and compact dogs with an alert, ready-to-work stance. Slightly longer than tall with curved, hanging tails, they have muscular legs and strong necks and broad, somewhat rounded heads with pointy ears. read more