Pit Heeler

Pit Heeler History

The Pit Heeler is a cross between a Pit Bull and a Labrador Retriever. The Pit Heeler is a mix between a pit bull and a Labrador retriever, and is the result of breeding two of the most popular and well known family dogs together.

Pit Heeler Physical Characteristics

The Pit Heeler is a medium-large sized Australian cattle and sheep dog. They stand between 22 and 26 inches at the shoulders and weigh between 70 and 110 lbs, making them one of the largest breeds of dogs. They have a muscular, strong body and a round, athletic head. Their short, dense, wiry coat comes in shades of red, black, blue merle, fawn, and brindle. Their tail is medium in length, curved over and rests between their legs. The jaw is very strong. Their ears are medium sized and triangular in shape. Their eyes are often dark in color.

Pit Heeler Health

Description of breed health.

Pit Heeler Temperament and Behaviour

The Pit-heeler is an energetic, lively, and hard-working dog. They are protective of their families and make good watch dogs. They get along well with kids, but can sometimes be aggressive towards other dogs and cats.

Pit Heeler Activity Requirements

Pit Hewers may be small, but they are a powerful and athletic dog. They were originally bred as herding dogs and today they are good at a number of activities, including agility, tracking, and flyball. Pit Hewers do require regular exercise, but they don’t need as much as some other breeds. They are able to thrive in apartment living, as long as they get their daily walks. If you are looking for a playful, high-energy companion, a Pit Hewer is not the right choice for you. While they are active, they are not overly demanding. They are best suited to an owner who has time to take them out for a short walk every day.

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