The UK Lancashire Heeler Club
The Lancashire Heeler Club
was formed in 1978 to promote the breed and to
gain Kennel Club recognition. Lancashire Heelers were recognised as
pedigree dogs 3 years later, in 1981.
We are the only Lancashire Heeler Club registered with The Kennel Club.
Lancashire Heeler club membership and how to join.
Breed Rescue News
Lancashire Heeler Homes Required
More Lancashire Heeler Rescue News
Morrison's in Preston and Pedigree Chum have given support to The Lancashire Heeler Breed Rescue
Lancashire Heeler Best of Breed, Crufts 2008
Enid Lord’s Ch Foxthyme Eliza (Foxthyme Orinoco – Foxthyme Ellie) took this year's Bitch CC and Best of Breed , repeating her 2007 success. Eliza took Best in Show at the Lancashire Heeler Club show in February this year, her only showing in 2007 outside the Crufts arena. Congratulations to Enid and to Julia Swann who claimed the Dog CC with Man in Black.
Enid has also been praised for her hard work and success with the Lancashire Heler Breed Rescue.
Read Jackie Foulkes story about Lancashire Heeler, Bracken
Lancashire Heeler Photo of the Month MAY 2008
Happy Lancashire Heelers!
There is no greater sight than a happy Lancashire Heeler. This is Ainsley, who recently travelled to Finland to be with new owner Anna Niiranen. Clear evidence that he is more than happy in his new home!
The Lancashire Heeler smile is a sought after trait and so very difficult to capture on camera. 
This is Traqdean Troopin Lola showing that if you smile the Heeler world smiles with you. If there are any more Lancashire Heeler smile photos out there, send them to me and we'll start a collection.
Details of all other latest updates are listed in our Lancashire Heeler Club News section
You can also subscribe to our new ' Lancashire Heeler Club Site Update Feed'
The Lancashire Heeler
Lancashire Heelers ....
sometimes called Ormskirk Heelers, were originally bred to help butchers drive their cattle to and from the markets. Ideal for this task these fast, Lancashire Heelers which are low, little dogs are very agile and quick to avoid being kicked by angry cows.
It is thought that the Lancashire Heeler is descended from a 'meeting' of the Welsh Corgi and the Manchester Terrier and the stature and markings of these intelligent, energetic dogs certainly indicate that may be the case although there is no concrete evidence of this. The Lancashire Heeler is the smallest English herding dog and it belongs to the Pastoral Group.
Read more about the Lancashire Heeler...
Lancashire Heeler Club Site Submissions
The number of eMails I receive in respect of the site has increased substantially since it was re-launched almost 2 years ago and I am now receiving a varied selection of articles notices and photographs from Lancashire Heeler Pet owners, breeders, and show exhibitors.
A number of people have contacted me about the requirements for submitting photographs and articles to the site. I am now compiling a Frequently Asked Questions page to provide information on this and any other areas of the site.
Janice Jones
Lancashire Heeler Club News
Lancashire Heeler Club Planned Events...
The committee have been busy organising events for next year. We are also thinking of holding an inter club rally or match later in 2008.
Lancashire Heeler Club Championship Show, Sunday May 11th 2008
Tomlinson's Boarding Kennels, Leicestershire (off jct 22 of M1)
Judge: Mr. Colin Russell (Jestikka)
A judges seminar for all up and coming Lancashire Heeler judges will be held at Cottesmore Community Centre, Cottesmore, Oakham, Rutland, LE15 7DR.
The seminar will be held on 30th November 2008 at 11.00 am.
Those interested should contact Mrs. Julia Swann, Acting secretary
tel: 01942 676545
eMail Julia
Please contact me, Jackie Reid, if you would like to go on the Discover Dogs stand at Crufts. 01428 652174
Read the latest Discover Dogs report and see the pictures
Last update to the Lancashire Heeler site made 10th May 2008
News and articles are welcome about any aspect of the Lancashire Heeler world: showing, agility, training, health news and, especially, pets and fun Lancashire Heeler anecdotes and stories.
Latest updates:
NEW! Help required Lancashire Heeler Breed Rescue
NEW! Home Page Updated - New Lancashire Heeler Photos
NEW! April 2008 update on PLL in the Lancashire Heeler from AHT
NEW! Ainsley, Lancashire Heeler of the Month
NEW! Lola, Lancashire Heeler smiler!
NEW! Lancashire Heeler Hogan now swims... - yes but in the pool!
NEW! Lancashire Heeler Club Site Update News Feed Available
NEW! Judges for Lancashire Heeler Classes 2008 updated
NEW! Lancashire Heeler Club Championship Show May 2008 schedule Now available to download
Lancashire Heeler Club Notices:
Regrettably, Jeanette Livesey has resigned from the Club Secretary's post and I will, therefore, take on the additional role of interim acting Secretary until the AGM on 6th April 2008 when a new Secretary will be elected. (Postponed. Details to be posted here as available.)
My contact details are:
Telephone: 01942 676545
You can also contact me via email
The committee have been busy organising events for next year. Our plans include:
- A Fun Day on the 8th June 2008, at Scarisbrick Hall Ormskirk, from 11.00am to 5.00pm more to come later.
- A breed club seminar in November 2008 for all up and coming Judges date to be confirmed later.
- We are also thinking of holding an inter club rally or match later in 2008.
Thank-you to all members who have telephoned me with mesages of support. The Club is now thriving once again and I look forward to seeing all our plans for 2008 being put in place.
Julia Swann
Chairwoman, Lancashire Heeler Club.
The following Lancashire Heeler Club trophies have not been returned to the club for use at future shows for some time:
- Tankard: Engraved CHOLLAGEM HOPE AND GLORY for Best Puppy in Show September / October club show.
- Engraved Cup: TAPATINA TROPHY for Junior Bitch at the club championship show in May.
If you have any of the above trophies or any other outstanding trophies belonging to the Lancashire Heeler Club, please contact me to arrange their return. I can be contacted by telephone on 01282 770628.
Bill Simpson Show Manager
Lancashire Heeler Photos and Stories always welcome...
The Lancashire Heeler picture galleries have been updated and are still open for your submissions.
At Home Gallery for any Lancashire Heeler pictures that you want to share
Now Showing Gallery for any Lancashire Heelers currently being shown
Champions Gallery for Lancashire Heelers with a Champions title in any country
eMail your Lancashire Heeler articles, photographs of Lancashire Heelers, ideas and suggestions for the Lancashire Heeler Club website
