Which came from a mutt, but it's an actual breed now.
Here's my Texas Heeler, she had small parents though so she's almost considered a mini-Texas Heeler. And she needs a haircut in these pics.
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The Texas Heeler is a crossbred herding dog found mainly in Texas. They are a cross between the Australian Cattle Dog, and the Australian Shepherd, but can be a cross between the ACD and the Border Collie.[1] They are bred mainly for their ability to work cattle.[2] Found mainly on ranches in the past, they are currently being enjoyed in dog sports such asagility, frisbee and Rally Obedience.
Texas Heelers are medium sized dogs that generally weigh between 25 - 50 pounds (1123 kg). Their coats can vary in texture from short and smooth to medium length and color including black, blue merle or blue ticked with white and / or tan trim. They usually have smooth or medium length coats (1 to 3 inches). Texas Heelers are generally ***** eared, but their ears may also fold over. They usually stand between 17-22 inches (4361 cm) tall,most have bob-tails but can have long tails.
Here's my Texas Heeler, she had small parents though so she's almost considered a mini-Texas Heeler. And she needs a haircut in these pics.