The Blue Lacy, also known as the Lacy Dog, is a high-energy, clever, and trainable breed that enjoys having a task to perform and plenty of room to run around in.

Despite the fact that the breed's name includes the word "blue," Blue Lacys can have red or tri-colored coats; nonetheless, they all contain the blue colour gene. The term "Lacy" derives from the name of the family that originated the breed. It has nothing to do with the dog's beauty.

The Blue Lacy was created in Texas in the 1800s to aid in herding, hunting, and ranch chores. These dogs are tough, versatile, and rapid learners, but their high intensity and activity level make them unsuitable for apartment living or inexperienced owners.

With solid training, Blue Lacys may become excellent family dogs and effective watchdogs, but they are sensitive and do not respond well to discipline. Blue Lacys are naturally territorial, are not excessively trusting of strangers, and have a strong hunting drive, which can induce them to attack smaller animals and pets if they aren't socialised.

Dogs of this breed may be devoted, protective, and competent members of the family that are ready to please with confident, forceful training that depends on positive reinforcement. Pet owners who can offer this dog a mission will discover a lifelong companion that is up for any challenge.

Blue Lacy Highlights
Breed Size	Medium
Nature	Gentle, Friendly, Playful, Outgoing, Willful
Energy Level	Hyper
Intelligence	High
Barking Level	Frequent
Coat Length	Short
Breed Group	Working
Droll Amount	Low
Good with	Familes, Children, Dog
Feed Level	Medium, High
Colour Type	Blue,gold / yellow,red,cream
Other Facts	Easy to train,easy to groom,high prey drive,hot weather tolerant.

Dog History

Frank, George, Ewin, and Harry Lacy, brothers who travelled from Kentucky to Texas in the mid-nineteenth century, are the founders of the Blue Lacy breed. They wanted a dog who could herd free-roaming pigs and cattle, track and tree small wildlife, hunt wild deer and hogs, and keep an eye on the property. The dog has to be swift, industrious, trainable, and weather-resistant in Texas.

According to the Lacy family, the brothers mixed wolf, Greyhound, English Shepherd, and probably coyote and another scenthound to develop the Blue Lacy breed to meet these demands. To get their animals to market, they tried to strengthen the breed's innate herding skills. The Blue Lacy has remained a pure Texas breed since then, and is rare outside of the state. It was named the official state dog breed of Texas in 2005.

Health and Care

The Blue Lacy is a generally robust and resilient breed, yet they are susceptible to a few health issues due to genetics. Hip and elbow dysplasia, hypothyroidism, and food allergies have all been reported in Blue Lacys. They may also suffer skin issues, and some may be born with colour dilution alopecia, a disorder that causes hair loss in patches or all over the body, though this is uncommon.

Care

Blue Lacys are quite easy to care for. To avoid overgrowth, their nails should be cut weekly or as needed. Brushing their teeth on a regular basis is recommended, and you should see your veterinarian regarding dental care for your specific dog. They should have their ears examined for dirt, ticks, parasites, or symptoms of sickness on a regular basis and cleaned as needed.

Dog Breed Care Tips and Important Instructions

According to Simon, blue lacy dogs have short fur that requires little upkeep."Every now and then, brush them down to eliminate dead fur and dirt," she advises. Blue lacy dogs shed a little because of their smooth and lustrous coats.

When it comes to this breed, ear care is a must. Because their ears are floppy and huge, they may be prone to ear infections if they are constantly wet and not cleaned consistently, according to Simon. She recommends drying out his ear canals after a swim or a rainstorm, and cleaning his ears every one or two weeks as needed.

Brushing your dog's teeth on a daily (or every other day) basis is also recommended to maintain those pearly whites healthy. Don't forget to keep your nails trimmed so they don't get too long.

With these intelligent and sensitive canines, training should be simple. Bring on the sweets and head pats as you conduct quick and efficient training sessions. Blue lacys are eager to please (particularly when it comes to tasks), so bring on the treats and head pats as you lead short and effective training sessions. You might want to throw along some brain-teasing puzzle toys as well.

"They're quite straightforward to train," says Sarah Wooten, DVM, a veterinary specialist at Pumpkin Pet Insurance. "It's also ideal to start early with proper training and socialising."

According to Wooten, the ideal exercise for this dog is having access to a large open place where he may (you guessed it) run. This is a breed that will gladly play Frisbee with you, fetch their favourite toys, or assist you in training for a marathon.

Feeding

A Blue Lacy diet should be designed for a medium-sized breed with a lot of energy and a lot of exercise. For guidance on what to feed your Blue Lacy and the proper portion quantities, ask your veterinarian or a professional nutritionist. As they go from puppyhood through adulthood and senior years, their food requirements will alter. Keep track of these dietary needs.

Fun Facts

• According to the LGDR, blue lacys are the offspring of a greyhound, a scenthound, and a coyote.
• The American Kennel Club does not recognise the blue lacy.
• According to the LGDR, the blue lacy has been claimed to be capable of performing the labour of five cowboys.

Home Training Tips and General Information

• When it comes to teaching your Blue Lacy puppy, praise and positive reinforcement are crucial.
• You should never yell at your Blue Lacy or penalise them for not listening – positive reinforcement is the most effective way to train your Blue Lacy.
• Instead than patting your Blue Lacy on the top of their head or back, give them a pat beneath their chin or chest since it is more compassionate for them.
• Long bouts of training for your Blue Lacy are not recommended. Training them with short but consistent sessions throughout the day is more dependable. A Blue Lacy should be trained 3-5 times per day for 5-minute sessions. This ensures that you will receive their undivided attention.
• Reward your puppy with a pet treat whenever they've completed what you've asked.
• Many Blue Lacy owners make the mistake of allowing their puppy to perform things at an early age that they would not want them to do later (e.g. laying on furnishings). Allowing them to get into this habit will make it exceedingly difficult to change your pet's behaviour afterwards.
• A Blue Lacy's puppy training should begin at the age of eight weeks, and they should be fully trained between the ages of eight and twelve weeks.
• When applauding, use a cheerful tone, and when saying "No," use a forceful tone (but don't scream).
• Take your Blue Lacy young puppy out routinely
• Find out the indications your Blue Lacy has to go
• Take your Blue Lacy to the same area each time

FAQS

Blue Lacy Unique Name

Male Name	Female Name
Blake	Abby
Blaze	Angel
Bo	Autumn
Brutus	Brownie
Casper	Coco
Chase	Diamond
Hoss	Fiona
Huck	Gabby
Joey	Gidget
Lucky	Gigi
Max	Heidi
Miles	Mabel
Nero	Millie
Ralph	Mocha
Remy	Moxie
TJ	Nikki
Tripp	Sammie
Tyson	Brie
Wyatt	Chiquita
Whiskers	Lucy