Pit Heeler Breed Information & Characteristics

Unfortunately, the Pit Heeler is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Active
Stubborn
Clownish
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Obedient
Loyal
Strong
Willed
Aggressive
Hard working
Resourceful

Pit Heeler dogs are not heavy shedders, but they will lose a significant amount of hair each year. To decrease the amount of shedding, you can regularly brush your Pit Heeler. This will remove loose hair and keep his coat growing in the same direction.

Blue Heeler and American Pit Bull Terrier

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

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Brown

Blue
Black
Brown

Blue
Black
Brindle
White
Red
Fawn
Sable
Brown

The coat of a Pit Heeler dog ranges in length from short to medium.

Wavy

A Pit Heeler can have a litter of 5-8 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Pit Heeler dogs generally adapt well to changes in lifestyle and different living environments, but it is considered as an average level of adaptability compared to other breeds.

The Pit Heeler is generally considered to be healthy. However, like all breeds, they are susceptible to certain health issues and it is important to keep an eye out for them and address them with your veterinarian as needed.

Hip Dysplasia

Progressive Retinal Atrophy

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Pit Heelers have average social needs compared to other breeds. They are known to be less active and independent than other breeds, and they are content with spending time alone and with their human family.

Pit Heelers dogs are tend to sleep less than other breeds, but they still require adequate sleep to maintain good health.

Playdate, Play, Run, Chase, Kayaking, Go to Beach, Bike ride, Boat ride, Walk, Fetch, Hike, Swim, Enter show, Go on Vacation, Hide & Seek, Dog Parks, Sleeping, Attention, Nose work, Wondering, Cuddling, Car rides, Eating Snacks, Walking, Tug-of-war, Napping, Socializing, Tummy rubs, Shopping, Walks

Pit Heelers are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Pit Heeler, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Pit Heelers usually need at least 45 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Pit Heeler is a breed of dog that does not require extensive grooming.

Pit Heeler should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

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For an average 30-60 pound (14 - 27 kg) Pit Heeler feed 2.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Pit Heeler is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Pit Heeler is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

This dog breed is more sensitive than others and easily overwhelmed by new surroundings and people. They need gentle handling and a calm, stable home environment with positive reinforcement training.

It's not recommended to keep the Pit Heeler in an apartment, but this breed make good apartment dogs as long as they get to spend a good amount of time outside of the apartment. Pit Heelers living in apartments will need plenty of physical exercise and stimulation throughout the day to remain happy and well-behaved.

Pit Heelers are average friendly dogs towards children.

Pit Heelers are below average friendly toward cats. But with the right training and socialization, Pit Heelers can be good with cats,

Pit Heelers are below average dog friendly dogs. Pit Heeler dogs may not always get along well with other dogs they have not been raised with,

Pit Heelers are average friendly around strangers. They can be wary around strangers and a little standoffish. Early socialisation is key.

Pit Heelers are known to be highly playful dog. So if you're not up for all that, think about adopting a slightly older Pit Heeler for a mellower experience.

Pit Heeler dogs are known for their ease of training and ability to learn quickly, making them a popular choice for pet owners and trainers alike.