I rescued Queensland Heeler. Do U know traits of this breed?

Question

One thing I know, he can run and turn on a dime! I think he was abused (can't have anything in ur hand or he trembles).

Answer 1

The Queensland Heeler is the same thing as the Australian Cattle Dog. It is a medium-sized, very sturdy, and natural-looking dog. It thrives on vigorous exercise and athletic activities. They are also very vigilant watchdogs. Their fur or coat is short and easy to care for, and they come in very striking colors. Some of the things you should be prepared to deal with with an Australian cattle dog (Queensland Heeler) is its vigorous exercise requirements, destructiveness when bored or not exercised enough, suspiciousness toward strangers, aggression toward other animals, strong-willed mind of his own which will require a confident owner who can take charge. They are also known for chasing and nipping at things that move, for example children, joggers, other animals, bikes, cars, etc. They also have a tendency to bark and shed their fur. As with any dog, portraying yourself as the Alpha dog, and setting rules, boundaries, and limitations will help to make your dog happy. They need exercise, discipline, affection in that order, and just remember that in order for your dog to be happy, you have to be the leader, not a follower. I hope this helps. If he is afraid and trembling when you have something in your hand, try this. Put him on a leash, and take him for about a half an hour walk. Place the leash around the top of the neck instead of the bottom. If the dog starts pulling, give a stern correction by pulling the leash to the side, or towards your body. This will cause the dog to come off balance and pay attention to you, enabling him and you to enjoy the walk. Once he is tired, keep him on the leash. Use the same correction technique as the walking, and grab something that usually he would be afraid of. Take this with you on the walk. Put the object near him, and let him know with affection(petting around the snout, a treat, or gently rubbing the underside of the snout) that it is ok. Practice this with him so you are nurturing calm submissive behavior. He can easily be taught that when you have something in your hand that it is not meant to cause him harm. Dogs live in the moment, and this would be a good excercise for you and your dog to do so that he can learn to respect and love you as a leader, and not be a fearful dog.

Answer 2

blue heelers are extremely intellegent, which can mean they will outthink you if they have the chance, and are excellent problem solvers, so if they want something they will find a way of getting it,

they are drovers by nature, so they have a tendancey to be pushy, but not fercious, i have worked with several of them and have found most of them to be anxious above all things, so you will do best with this dog if you are high energy, like to run, play frisbee, fetch etc, but are low anxiety, dont scream, hit, or threaten this breed. you will do better with upbeat positive enforcement and ignoring and redirecting misbehaviour

good luck

Answer 3

Very intelligent, very active breed. Must give them a job or they become "self-employed". Humans don't usually like the jobs these herding dogs give themselves.

Training is a must, and positive training the most successful. These are usually "soft" dogs, corrections must be very mild. They are extremely athletic and need lots and lots of exercise and lots and lots of things to do with their brains. Clicker training is very good to use on these dogs, as they get to use their brains a lot.

Very prone to nipping. The Heeler refers to herding cattle by nipping at their heels.

Great dogs handled well. Excellent at dock jumping, Agility, Obedience.

Answer 4

Stubborn, very hardworking, intelligent and need a great deal of physical and mental stimulation.

Answer 5

you have a four-footed friend with a sweet disposition, with a lot of tenacity, agility, and speed.

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