The Lancashire Heeler is officially joining the 2024 National Dog Show

The National Dog Show is gaining a new bread for the 2024 show.

The Lancashire Heeler will officially debut as the newest dog breed at the 2024 competition on November 16 and November 17 at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center in Oaks, PA, and televised on Thanksgiving Day.

The Lancashire Heeler is a rare breed and the American Kennell Club describes it as “appears to be small in structure, but they are big in activity and always have a “smile.” Their long bodies and short coats that are often black and tan are shaped a bit like a downsized corgi, standing around 1 foot (30 centimeters) at the shoulder and weighing up to about 17 pounds.”

Despite their small size, they are “extremely versatile,” participating in everything from scent work to dock diving contests, says United States Lancashire Heeler Club President Sheryl Bradbury. They always “have to have a job,” which shows their active lifestyle.

The Lancashire Heeler is the most recent breed to be added since 2022, when the Mudi, Russian Toy, and Bracco Italiano were added.

Those who want to see the new breed in person can purchase tickets to the National Dog Show. The cost is $20 for adults and $10 for children 4-11 with kids under three admitted free. Parking will be free.

Those who can’t attend in person can watch the show in action on NBC directly following the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade.

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