1
a
: one that heels
2
a
: a henchman of a local political boss
b
: a worker for a local party organization
especially
: ward heeler
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The 4-year-old is a red heeler pup like her mum Chilli (whereas Bluey is blue) — but that’s not the only difference between the siblings.
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Lynsey Eidell, People.com, 12 Oct. 2024
The Lancashire heeler has been around since the 17th century, but the breed's exact origins are unknown, according to the American Kennel Club.
—Aliza Chasan, CBS News, 3 Jan. 2024
Bluey fans now have a new way to experience the blue heeler pup and her younger sister Bingo − one that invites them to join in on the adventure.
—Emilee Coblentz, USA TODAY, 13 Feb. 2024
The American Kennel Club announced Wednesday that the Lancashire heeler is the 201st breed.
—USA TODAY, 5 Jan. 2024
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Lynsey Eidell, People.com, 12 Oct. 2024
The Lancashire heeler has been around since the 17th century, but the breed's exact origins are unknown, according to the American Kennel Club.
—Aliza Chasan, CBS News, 3 Jan. 2024
Bluey fans now have a new way to experience the blue heeler pup and her younger sister Bingo − one that invites them to join in on the adventure.
—Emilee Coblentz, USA TODAY, 13 Feb. 2024
The American Kennel Club announced Wednesday that the Lancashire heeler is the 201st breed.
—USA TODAY, 5 Jan. 2024
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“Heeler.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/heeler. Accessed 23 Nov. 2024.
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