A Blue Heeler can do annoying things that irritate you and make you a little angry such as nipping, biting, leash pulling, scratching at the doors, crying, or whining. These behaviors do not align with what you expect them to do and it can be frustrating and annoying. So, why is a Blue Heeler so […]
It is quite concerning to see your Blue Heeler shaking their head constantly. Continuous head shaking is not normal and can be a sign that something is wrong. So, why do Blue Heelers shake their heads? What are the possible causes and when should you see a veterinarian? Let’s look into the reasons behind a […]
Blue Heeler gagging can be scary and very concerning. Gagging looks like a vomiting motion with a dog having its mouth open but with no expulsion of stomach contents. It is usually accompanied by a cough and small amounts of mucus may come out, and some Blue Heelers may swallow again. So, what causes a […]
Blue Heeler coughing can be alarming whether it is a hacking cough or any other type of cough. It is not pleasant to hear your dog cough especially also if accompanied by a change in breathing patterns. Coughing is a normal natural physical reaction of getting dust or any material from the airways. But what […]
“Dumb” behavior means dog behavior that seems to lack intelligence or stupid. A Blue Heeler acting dumb can be confusing as well as concerning. A Blue Heeler that acts dumb may fall over frequently, misbehave to get attention, engage in random barking, refuse to respond to their name, be slow in learning commands, run into […]
Sleep is important for the restoration of energy, for healing and growth for us humans as well as for dogs. However, you may have wondered why your Blue Heeler sleeps most of the day. Is this normal and should you be worried? In this article, we aim to show you factors that influence a Blue […]
It is very concerning when you see your Blue Heeler limping on his front leg. A Blue Heeler’s limping front leg is not normal and should not be ignored. Blue Heeler limping can affect both the front and back legs. It is often a sign that your Blue Heeler is experiencing pain in its limbs. […]
When you see your Blue Heeler limping on his back leg it can be scary. Blue Heeler back leg limping is not normal and is associated with health problems. Blue Heeler limping problems can affect both front and back legs. It is a sign that your dog is experiencing pain in its limbs. A Blue […]
Every Blue Heeler is different and will drink different amounts of water depending on their health, lifestyle, and environmental factors. However, a Blue Heeler drinking a lot of water is concerning especially if your dog is drinking a lot more than usual. It is normal for a Blue Heeler to be thirsty when it’s hot, […]
Heavy breathing or panting can be described as rapid labored breathing by a Blue Heeler which is not a normal breathing pattern. The average breathing rate of a Blue Heeler is between 15 to 35 breaths per minute while at rest and a breathing rate higher than this translates to heavy breathing. It is normal […]