We all love Bluey and Bingo — the headliner of mega - hit Bluey — but is an Australian cattle dog veracious for you ?
Bluey , the anthropomorphic nominal character of ( alleged ) children ’s show " Bluey,“is an Australian cattle dog . She ’s part of an total family of kine dogs — hence the last name of Heeler — and the hit Australian show portray the breed accurately : gumptious , curious , and quite sound .
If you need any check , ask one of the billion of children or parents across the globe who ’ve watched " Bluey " since its 2018 release . Bluey and her sister Bingo play almost nonstop ; can be a little stubborn , and are plenty tough ( and a little stubby ) . It ’s no accident they present the breed ’s actual - life history temperament .
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Australian Cattle Dog Characteristics
" They ’re sort of the wiener of Australia,“says"Bluey " executive manufacturer Daley Pearson . " They ’re inexhaustible . They ’re very saucy , loyal , loving . "
( Bluey is also the name of a substantial - life-time heelerwho previously held the world recordfor the oldest surviving domestic dog at 29 years , 5 months . )
In fact , I ’m guessing there are a few heeler owners out there who touch most to Bandit and Chilli , Bluey ’s parents who deep love their daughters while often struggling to match their Energy Department level . ( Especially when they ’re , perhaps , hungover . )
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To be clear , there ’s noAustralian cattle dogvs . blue heeler comparing because they ’re the same strain . Bright - blue Bluey and Bandit are blue heelers while Chilli and Bingo are red heelers .
Heelers ' pelt colors include different tincture of blue , reddish , black , and gray — the color of Muffin , Bluey’sextremely loud and opinionated cousin .
Generally , heelers are medium - sized dogs with outsize amounts of energy and staying power . They were breed to herd cattle over vast swaths of Australian land , so they postulate it . You probably do n’t have that much country at your disposal , so prospective heeler owner need to plan for a life style of dog - friendly games , exercise , and training . Classesare a good approximation , and maybe you’re able to trydock divingorflyball , too . Live in an flat ? I ’m not saying it ’s impossible , but you ’re probably adept off with adifferent breed .
Real - life Blueys and Bingos are loyal and hump their owners as many dogs do , but you have to verify they have enough tasks to occupy their bodies and minds . Otherwise , a bored heeler can turn into a destructive heeler . They may not be for you , and that ’s hunky-dory .
Other Bluey Character Breeds
The Heelers ' dangerous undertaking and fatuousness are hardly contained within the family . Bluey ’s games and capers often include her friend , classmates , and neighbor . Thanks to the show , the " Bluey"Wiki , and their on - screen appearance , we have a decent idea of which breed they are . Let ’s meet them .
fairy-slipper : ThisAustralian shepherdis Bluey ’s instructor .
Chloe : Bluey ’s best friend is aDalmatian .
Chucky : Bluey and Bingo ’s younger neighbor , aLabrador retriever .
Coco : Another of Bluey ’s friends , Coco is apoodle .
Fido : Winnie ’s papa is a Labrador retriever and , finally , Bandit ’s supporter .
Honey : Yet another of Bluey ’s friend . She ’s abeagle .
Indy : Boy , Bluey has a flock of friends . Indy is anAfghan dog .
diddly-squat : One of Bluey ’s class fellow , this tike is an energetic Jack Russell terrier .
Janelle : Chucky and Luck ’s mommy and Pat ’s better half is a Lab .
Judo : Bluey’schow chowneighbor who does n’t always play nicely .
Lila : Bingo ’s best friend is aMaltese .
Lucky : Chucky ’s Lab brother and neighbor to Bluey and Bingo .
Mackenzie : Another of Bluey ’s friends , Mackenzie is aborder colliefrom New Zealand .
Pat : Also sleep with as Lucky ’s Dad , the Heelers ' neighbor is a Lab .
Pom Pom : A " small and hearty"Pomeranian .
Rusty : Another friend of Bluey ’s , an adventurousAustralian kelpie .
snicker : Bluey’svery smart dachshundfriend .
Unicorse : The worst unicorn in the world .
Wendy : Judo ’s mom , also a chow chow chow who often witness Heeler tomfoolery .
Winnie : Bluey ’s research laboratory ally she gather at the park .
