Lancashire Heeler
Lancashire Heeler

Meet the New Breed on the Block

Meet the Lancashire Heeler, the 201st dog breed to be recognized by the AKC

By: Yaunna Sommersby

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Meet the newest member of the pack! Itโ€™s official: the Lancashire Heeler has become the 201st breed to be recognized by the American Kennel Club, joining the Herding Group.

While the history of this unique breed dates to the 17th century, there are still some unknowns about their origin. According to The Kennel Club (UK), it is believed these intelligent, agile dogs started as a cross between the Cardigan Welsh Corgi and Manchester Terrier.

Bred to herd cattle and act as ratters, these sturdy and strong little dogs make an eager-to-work versatile farm hand.

Lancashire Heeler

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Trademark Looks

The Lancashire Heeler coat is short, dense, weather-resistant, easy to maintain, and can come in either black and tan or liver and tan. Affectionate, happy, and talkative dogs, the Lancashire Heeler is known for their Heeler Smile, drawing back their lips in a human-like smile!

โ€œWe are excited to welcome the Lancashire Heeler to the AKC registry as our 201stย breed,โ€ says Gina DiNardo, AKC Executive Secretary. โ€œA small, powerful herding dog that thrives on human interaction, this breed would make a great companion for active families that can provide a great deal of love and attention.โ€

ยป Read Your Breedย For more breed profiles, go to moderndogmagazine.com/breeds

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