The Texan Blue Lacy dog is possibly one of the best breeds out there if you are looking for a reliable partner and companion for your outdoor activities. It is no wonder that this dog is considered the state dog of Texas. This particular canine is not merely your average pet, he is in fact a working dog, which means that the entire breed was brought up to assist humans with a diverse number of chores. Not only are these dogs not lazy, but they actually need a job in order to keep healthy and fit. With this kind of a companion, you are likely to become active even if you weren't beforehand. Needless to say, the main personality trait of the Blue Lacy is the fact that it is unbelievably active. However, this is also a very intelligent dog, an aspect which enables him to successfully perform all of the tasks he is appointed. This is an ideal dog to have on a ranch or on a farm. He is particularly renowned for herding, hunting, running in various competitions and, so on. This dogs sense of smell is also quite impressive, thus another task he is suitable for being sniffing jobs or “detective” jobs. That is why this dog is so often used as a police dog. It is very important that he is always challenged and gets constant exercise, both physical and mental. Another important aspect concerning the Blue Lacy dogs is the fact that they are quite easy to train. Aside from this, their natural instincts, both herding instincts and hunting instincts make them a natural in dealing with other animals. In fact, it is advisable that this dog have some form of animal companions, or at least considerable moving space, seeing as he is always so full of energy. Unless you are a tremendously active person and you have the time to take him on a couple of long walks per day, then you should probably not get the Blue Lacy as an apartment pet. The name of this breed might sound a little quaint, as there are obviously no blue dogs. This adjective actually refers to the grey colored dogs, that come in various shades. However, they can come in up to three colors, including red specimens and a very popular and interesting mixture between the blue type and the red type. They are also very low-maintenance, as their coat is a very short, sleek and smooth type. The fact that this dog requires virtually no fuss at all is also reinforced by the excellent health credentials of this breed. When looking at this dog, one of the most striking aspects about its appearance is how leanly he is built. This is naturally a very fast dog, not very heavy, with an extremely well proportioned body, which enables him to be such a good runner. Even though this is a medium size dog, it is nonetheless a powerful specimen. All in all, the Blue Lacy is a challenging companion and an ideal dog for any large household.
