- Lifespan: 12-15 years
- Weight: 35-50 pounds
- Size: Medium
- Origin: Australia
- Group: Herding
They go by many names: Australian Cattle Dog, Queensland Heeler, Blue Heeler or Red Heeler. City life can be a challenge for these energetic herders. With an engaged and active owner, this lifestyle will work for some. Heelers were bred to work with a handler, so get ready for a new activity partner. Some favorites are:
- Agility
- Barnhunt
- Canicross
- Dock Diving
- Frisbee
- Herding
- Hiking
- Jogging or Joring
- Nose Work or Scent Work
- Rally Obedience
- Skijoring or Snowshoeing
- Swimming
- Tracking
- Treibball