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Lancashire Heeler
This short, sweet herding breed hides a terrier personality beneath a Corgi-like appearance.
Height: 10 to 12 inches at shoulder
Weight: about 14 pounds Coat: coarse and thick Life span: 9 to 14 years Breed Group: Herding Dogs The Lancashire Heeler was once used to drive livestock to market and hunt rats and rabbits at home, but is now a popular companion dog in his native Britain. He resembles his Corgi cousins, and can be intelligent, mischievous, or stubborn.
Lancashire Heeler profile on DogTime.com
General Characteristics
Apartment appropriate
Cold tolerance
Drooling potential
Ease at being home alone
Ease of training
Heat tolerance
Intelligence
Tendency to bark or howl
Vigor
Mouthiness
Potential for weight gain
Sensitivity
Watchdog ability
Affectionate with family
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