10 Blue Dog Breeds for Lovers of this Unique Color

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Australian Cattle Dog

Blue Heeler: Aussie cattle dog, solid/mottled/speckled blue coat, black/tan markings allowed, known for herding. Also called Red Heeler (red coat).

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Kerry Blue Terrier

Kerry Blue Terrier: Unique curly coat, slate to light blue-gray color. Born black, changes to blue by 18 months through "clearing" process.

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Weimaraner

Weimaraners: Mostly steely gray, but some have a disqualified blue coat due to a black dilute gene. Attractive to those seeking blue dog breeds.

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Chihuahua

Rare recessive blue gene in Chihuahuas produces stunning blue coats with various color combinations, seen in both long and short-haired varieties.

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Bearded Collie

Bearded collies have shaggy coats in various colors, including blue. Born darker, their coat lightens as they grow. White markings are common.

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Boston Terrier

Boston terrier: Often black-and-white with a tuxedo look, but rare recessive blue coat (not AKC standard). May look blue, silver, or gray.

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Italian Greyhound

Italian greyhound: Graceful & petite with long legs. Sometimes sports a blue coat due to the dilute black gene. Elegant appearance.

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Blue Lacy

Rare Texas dog breed, blue Lacy, developed by Lacy brothers as herding dogs in 1800s. State dog, intelligent, blue coat, and versatile. AKC not recognized.

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Neapolitan Mastiff

Neapolitan Mastiff: Giant blue dog breed with an imposing frame, loose skin, and accepted blue coat color in AKC standard. Black, mahogany, tawny also seen.

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Shar-Pei

Chinese shar-pei: famous for wrinkles & blue coat. All colors allowed, but must be solid/sable. Distinct blue-black tongue.

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