Texas Heelers

**Orchid** · 10-18-2007, 03:00 PM

I find myself in the position of possibly owning one of these dogs, however I know nothing about them other than they are a cross between an Australian Shepherd and an Australian Heeler.

Where the Texas part comes in, I have no idea.

Any information would be appreciated!

**gbarmranch** · 10-18-2007, 03:02 PM

We have two - B'lana and Sparky - they are awesome dogs - super intelligent, without the hyper attitude of the aussie, and without the agression of a heeler.. I would take another one in a heartbeat..

**Diamond_Y** · 10-18-2007, 03:02 PM

I've never met one. I love Australian shephards. My dad had a heeler that was just plain mean, so I have a bad view of them.

ETA: Apparently, I have met two. Val's. Shows how much I know.

calicocalgirl · 10-18-2007, 03:03 PM

Never knew they were called Texas Heelers. Never owned one but have seen several for free advertised around here. Knew of two that people owned. Nice dogs for them. Tempermental, Loyal to the owner, not good with strangers, not good with kids.

**gbarmranch** · 10-18-2007, 03:09 PM

On ours, B'alana is not good with young kids (due to some idjut neighbors we had

) but Sparky loves them - they are a little rambunctious though with little kids unless raised with them..

I never knew they were called Texas Heelers either - we just called them lovable mutts..

Here is Sparky - he looks like a blue heeler, but he is a cross..

and B'lana

**Orchid** · 10-18-2007, 03:26 PM

I did not know that is what Sparky and B'lana are!

Not good with kids...hmm...since I have two of those, this may not be best. Though, if we got one, it would be a 6-8 week old puppy from a household with kids?

**Range** · 10-18-2007, 03:29 PM

Typically, if they are raised around children...they'll be okay.

**gbarmranch** · 10-18-2007, 03:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Range

Typically, if they are raised around children...they'll be okay.

Yup, and they are loyal to the family without being mean.. I wouldn't hesitate to get one if I were you. Ours are several years apart, and from completely different breeders, yet they are both great dogs..

**beth55051** · 10-18-2007, 04:46 PM

Very similar to my Trucker. He's great with kids though sometimes he plays just as rough as they do and someone has to split them all up. He's always been great with our nephew.

But being raised as a puppy with kids makes a huge difference no matter what breed the dog is.

Trucker has endless energy but is a great snuggler also. He has a good on/off switch.

He does talk alot though. Alot, but not a barker, a talker. All day long.

grannycowgirl · 10-18-2007, 05:18 PM

I didn't know these dogs had names, either. I have owned one, many years ago. He was a very smart dog, very protective of my then two year old. I would love to have one again, especially since my little heeler died this week. I would not hesitate to get this puppy with small children. Oh, I want one!

cook1745 · 10-18-2007, 05:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gbarmranch

On ours, B'alana is not good with young kids (due to some idjut neighbors we had

) but Sparky loves them - they are a little rambunctious though with little kids unless raised with them..

I never knew they were called Texas Heelers either - we just called them lovable mutts..

Here is Sparky - he looks like a blue heeler, but he is a cross..

and B'lana

Gbar you dog look extremely malnurished.

They are very cutie.

**gbarmranch** · 10-18-2007, 05:26 PM

Oh yeah - same as our horses

grannycowgirl · 10-19-2007, 05:26 AM

I meant to tell you, gbarm, I love your dogs, they are beautiful. If you ever know of puppies like them I would love to have one.

farmergal · 10-19-2007, 05:46 AM

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Originally Posted by beth55051

But being raised as a puppy with kids makes a huge difference no matter what breed the dog is.

He does talk alot though. Alot, but not a barker, a talker. All day long.

When there is an Aussie in the mix how can you go wrong.

As with any dog. They need rules boundaries and limitations as well as socialization. The thing to remember is both breeds are a herding breed. So I don't see kids so much of an issue as what is there around your home that this dog is going to want to chase.

My dog is a pure bred Aussie and I can tell you that if he gets bored the cats are no longer off limits.

**gbarmranch** · 10-19-2007, 08:35 AM

You are right - all of our dogs know from day one who the pack leader is - even the Mouse.. seen here playing with Beagle Belle - who is at her new home..

If trained right, any dog makes a good family dog... as long as that dog's energy level fits your families...

I am afraid that I don't know who has the mixed puppies.. B'alana came with us from AZ (she is 10 years old) and Sparky we aquired in Kansas when we went to pick up Smokey...

But I am sure if you look around in your area you might find some.. They are my darlings, over fed, loved, protective, well mannered, but very spoiled critters.. Isn't that what God made dogs for..

farmergal · 10-23-2007, 08:13 PM

I found a Texas Heeler!

http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/texasheeler.htm

Unfortunately they don't offer any information.

So did you decide to get one?

**divinemisselle** · 10-23-2007, 08:23 PM

I love B'lana and Sparky! B'lana especially. *shhhh....Mouse is still my favorite!*

Both dogs were very good with my girls the times we were there. I never once worried about them. Just like I never worried about your child eating stud.

Bunch of pushovers at the gbarm!

**gbarmranch** · 10-23-2007, 08:25 PM

We run the Zen horse/texasheeler/barncatfarm...

Hooooooooooooooommmmmmmmmmmmm

**divinemisselle** · 10-23-2007, 08:32 PM

And this makes Buddha very happy.

**gbarmranch** · 10-23-2007, 08:34 PM

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10-18-2007, 03:00 PM
Orchid Super Moderator Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Minnesota Posts: 10,089	Texas Heelers I find myself in the position of possibly owning one of these dogs, however I know nothing about them other than they are a cross between an Australian Shepherd and an Australian Heeler. Where the Texas part comes in, I have no idea. Any information would be appreciated! __________________ I have nothing witty or even charming to say at this point.

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gbarmranch Administrator Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Mayberry Posts: 29,584	We have two - B'lana and Sparky - they are awesome dogs - super intelligent, without the hyper attitude of the aussie, and without the agression of a heeler.. I would take another one in a heartbeat.. __________________ Quality Foundation Quarter Horses http://home.earthlink.net/~vpgann As you slide down the banister of life, may the splinters never point in the wrong direction.

10-18-2007, 03:02 PM
Diamond_Y Administrator Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: North Texas Posts: 3,809	I've never met one. I love Australian shephards. My dad had a heeler that was just plain mean, so I have a bad view of them. ETA: Apparently, I have met two. Val's. Shows how much I know. __________________ Diamond Y Quarter Horses - Breeders of Quality Foundation Quarter Horses Home of King of Cooke County, 2004 Perlino son of Cooke County ETC

10-18-2007, 03:03 PM
calicocalgirl Greenbroke Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Belleville, Pa Posts: 3,134	Never knew they were called Texas Heelers. Never owned one but have seen several for free advertised around here. Knew of two that people owned. Nice dogs for them. Tempermental, Loyal to the owner, not good with strangers, not good with kids.

10-18-2007, 03:09 PM
gbarmranch Administrator Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Mayberry Posts: 29,584	On ours, B'alana is not good with young kids (due to some idjut neighbors we had ) but Sparky loves them - they are a little rambunctious though with little kids unless raised with them.. I never knew they were called Texas Heelers either - we just called them lovable mutts.. Here is Sparky - he looks like a blue heeler, but he is a cross.. and B'lana __________________ Quality Foundation Quarter Horses http://home.earthlink.net/~vpgann As you slide down the banister of life, may the splinters never point in the wrong direction. Last edited by gbarmranch : 10-18-2007 at 03:12 PM.

10-18-2007, 03:26 PM
Orchid Super Moderator Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Minnesota Posts: 10,089	I did not know that is what Sparky and B'lana are! Not good with kids...hmm...since I have two of those, this may not be best. Though, if we got one, it would be a 6-8 week old puppy from a household with kids? __________________ I have nothing witty or even charming to say at this point.

10-18-2007, 03:29 PM
Range Super Moderator Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Back of Beyond Posts: 5,898	Typically, if they are raised around children...they'll be okay. __________________ If it harms none, do what you will.

10-18-2007, 04:46 PM
beth55051 Super Moderator Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: East Central Minnesota Posts: 4,870	Very similar to my Trucker. He's great with kids though sometimes he plays just as rough as they do and someone has to split them all up. He's always been great with our nephew. But being raised as a puppy with kids makes a huge difference no matter what breed the dog is. Trucker has endless energy but is a great snuggler also. He has a good on/off switch. He does talk alot though. Alot, but not a barker, a talker. All day long. __________________ Do not mind anything that anyone tells you about anyone else. Judge everyone and everything for yourself.

10-18-2007, 05:18 PM
grannycowgirl Weanling Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: southern U.S. Posts: 239	I didn't know these dogs had names, either. I have owned one, many years ago. He was a very smart dog, very protective of my then two year old. I would love to have one again, especially since my little heeler died this week. I would not hesitate to get this puppy with small children. Oh, I want one!

10-18-2007, 05:26 PM
gbarmranch Administrator Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Mayberry Posts: 29,584	Oh yeah - same as our horses __________________ Quality Foundation Quarter Horses http://home.earthlink.net/~vpgann As you slide down the banister of life, may the splinters never point in the wrong direction.

10-19-2007, 05:26 AM
grannycowgirl Weanling Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: southern U.S. Posts: 239	I meant to tell you, gbarm, I love your dogs, they are beautiful. If you ever know of puppies like them I would love to have one.

10-19-2007, 08:35 AM
gbarmranch Administrator Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Mayberry Posts: 29,584	You are right - all of our dogs know from day one who the pack leader is - even the Mouse.. seen here playing with Beagle Belle - who is at her new home.. If trained right, any dog makes a good family dog... as long as that dog's energy level fits your families... I am afraid that I don't know who has the mixed puppies.. B'alana came with us from AZ (she is 10 years old) and Sparky we aquired in Kansas when we went to pick up Smokey... But I am sure if you look around in your area you might find some.. They are my darlings, over fed, loved, protective, well mannered, but very spoiled critters.. Isn't that what God made dogs for.. __________________ Quality Foundation Quarter Horses http://home.earthlink.net/~vpgann As you slide down the banister of life, may the splinters never point in the wrong direction.

10-23-2007, 08:13 PM
farmergal Seasoned Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: New York Posts: 4,926	I found a Texas Heeler! http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/texasheeler.htm Unfortunately they don't offer any information. So did you decide to get one? __________________

10-23-2007, 08:23 PM
divinemisselle Super Moderator Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Central Kentucky Posts: 6,662	I love B'lana and Sparky! B'lana especially. shhhh....Mouse is still my favorite! Both dogs were very good with my girls the times we were there. I never once worried about them. Just like I never worried about your child eating stud. Bunch of pushovers at the gbarm! __________________ . If Everything Seems to Be Going Right... You Have Obviously Overlooked Something. ~Steven Wright

10-23-2007, 08:25 PM
gbarmranch Administrator Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Mayberry Posts: 29,584	We run the Zen horse/texasheeler/barncatfarm... Hooooooooooooooommmmmmmmmmmmm __________________ Quality Foundation Quarter Horses http://home.earthlink.net/~vpgann As you slide down the banister of life, may the splinters never point in the wrong direction.

10-23-2007, 08:32 PM
divinemisselle Super Moderator Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Central Kentucky Posts: 6,662	And this makes Buddha very happy. __________________ . If Everything Seems to Be Going Right... You Have Obviously Overlooked Something. ~Steven Wright

10-23-2007, 08:34 PM
gbarmranch Administrator Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Mayberry Posts: 29,584	__________________ Quality Foundation Quarter Horses http://home.earthlink.net/~vpgann As you slide down the banister of life, may the splinters never point in the wrong direction.