They say that the Lancashire Heeler is a cross between Manchester Terrier and the Welsh Corgi, although early in their history, other crosses must have taken place.

The Lancashire Heeler is also known as the Ormskirk Heeler, they have been used as working dogs on the farms in the Lancashire area for hundreds of years, and though still a little known breed when compared with the Border Collie, they still work farms today.

The Lancashire Heeler Club was formed in 1978, three years before the Lancashire Heeler was recognized by the British Kennel Club in 1981. The Lancashire Heeler was placed on the Rare Breeds Register as part of the Working Group of which it was the smallest breed in both size and number.

In 1999 the breed was moved into the newly formed Pastoral Group and was awarded Challenge Certificates (CC's).

The Lancashire Heeler has one characteristic of its very own, the "Lancashire Heeler Smile", when very happy or contented, the Lancashire Heeler will draw back its lips and show all its teeth.

The Lancashire Heeler is a very loyal and loving dog. They love to go for long walks, be with their family and they does have terrier instincts when ratting or rabbiting. It is a very happy dog which is very affectionate to its owner.

The Lancashire Heeler is a "Big Dog" within a small dogs body. They need rules and to learn good manners. They has the courage and staminia of a German Shepherd, but with a gentle loving nature that eats deep into your heart and forms a lifelong spesial bond between the dog and owner.