History Note:
One popular practice of the Lacy brothers was to track down wild boar with their Blue Lacy dogs.
The dogs would find and contain the wild boar by using pack co-operation of surrounding, herding them into a spot until they arrived on the scene.
The dogs also enticed the wild boar back to a huge pit. The boar followed the dogs into the pit and the dogs used their incredible jumping skills to jump out the other side leaving the boar trapped and ready for market.
*"Portrait: This quintessential, all-accommodating, "blue collar" ranch hand is both lean and sturdy. The common cur appearance occurring typically in the herders of the American South well befits this rugged cowboy. Weight: 40-50 pounds. The "Blue" in the Blue Lacy's name might be a might deceptive: it occurs in tan, black tan, yellow, cream, and the elemental gunmetal gray. Although the breed is known for its solid-colored coat, bi-colors and tri-colors occur: regardless the coat is tight, sleek and exceptionally clean in appearance.
Development: Acquiring his name from his inherited blue-colored gene, the Blue Lacy is likely a combination of feral pariah dogs that frequently inhabited the southeastern U.S. The Blue Lacy is used for both herding and droving tasks. Their gentle sureness ensures them the requisite versatility to handle the surliest of hogs and the most jitteriest of hens.
Character: Easy to train and easy to handle, Blue Lacys are spectacular workmen and pets. These are energetic and dedicated dogs capable of outworking the most indefatigable clan of ranchers."
*Mini-Atlas of Dog Breeds by Andrew De Prisco and James B. Johnson
At 3 weeks I start with:
Nature's Variety ~ Prairie Canned:
Beef, Beef Liver, Beef Broth, Barley, Eggs, Peas, Carrots, Tricalcium Phosphate, Flaxseed, Spinach, Calcium Carbonate, Menhaden Fish Oil, Vitamins (Choline Chloride, L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate, Vitamin E Supplement, Niacin Supplement, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Vitamin A Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Biotin, Riboflavin Supplement, d-Calcium Pantothenate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Folic Acid), Dried Kelp, Salt, Taurine, Potassium Chloride, Minerals (Zinc Proteinate, Iron Proteinate, Manganese Proteinate, Copper Proteinate, Sodium Selenite, Ethylenediamine Dihydriodide), Artichokes, Cranberries, Pumpkin, Tomato, Blueberries, Broccoli, Cabbage, Kale, Parsley.
Their tails will go stright up in the air wagging ferociously. Boy do they go after it. I slowly change them over to soaked dry puppy food. The dry dog food will then harden their stools. I always add Salmon oil for brain development and Ester C for healthy hips and bone growth. Ester C doesn't upset their stomachs like the acid in normal vitamin C. Vitamin C is water soluble so no danger of giving too much either.
Another favorite of mine is Sojos grain free which I just add fresh meat and water to for a raw diet. I like what it has in it and so do my dogs. It's easy and inexpensive for my large pack.
"High Desert's Lacy Blue"
"We love her sooooo much. She is truly as special as u said she was. I think she is the best puppy I've ever had. She's truly perfect. U were right we will probably end up with a yard full! She will just do anything u want her to, like she loves to ride with us on the ranger. She loves the kids, as much as they love her. We all argue about who she gets to sleep with. We haven't started training her for trailing yet. Hunting season starts next week. We will keep u posted and get the pictures to u asap."
New Blue Lacy Owners: Rob & Missie KY