Now we all know that Heelers rule the world, or should, and at least ramrod their own home. It’s a fact, we cowdogs can do about anything and are generally in charge.
But I’ve been thinking about a few things that just don’t belong in a Heeler household.
Of course, we are creative canine and can make use of, and make improvements on, nearly anything you give us. We will find a way to play with anything from a rock to an old sock! We can make new games where there was no game, long before our people can create or even recognize one – but don’t worry, we will teach you how to play it, too! 
But there are some things best left out of our house, for reasons of cleanliness, order or peace.
Flimsy Toys – since we have the teeth of a great white and the jaws of a velociraptor, we can go through a weak opponent faster than a metal shredder will take down a truck. One of my favorites has always been a sheepskin bone. Not all that tough, easy to get the squeaker out, but I do it with surgical precision and then keep the soft bone as a cuddly toy. 
I also have many tough, yet soft and chewy toys that are worthy opponents. I suggest only tough scale 9 and 10.
See some of them here: https://amzn.to/3F6KhJe
Human food anywhere in the house within reach – I am very finicky about food, but some dogs will eat anything and certainly will if there is ingenuity in the procurement. Counters, table, frig or pockets, all fair game. 
Structures and furniture – So maybe these are the actual Heeler house and furnishings, and maybe really do belong. But in my younger days, I took out crates, door frames, windows, couches and truck seats. I noticed a lot of things were just not repaired or replaced until I grew up a bit. So maybe they never belonged there in the first place! or, as mom pointed out when I ate dad’s truck seat – it needed replacing anyway!
Off limits furniture or places – Of course this sounds odd on the heels of furniture destruction, but it’s silly to think the cowdog should stay off the bed or couch. Even if we have our own fine beds, sweet dreams come on your places, too. 
Polar Fleece – and any other highly static fabric. Real soon a fleece jacket will look like a Heeler hair jacket. Of course, if that’s the fashion statement you’re going for [and why not!] then fleece is a good starting point.
My vehicles on the move without me – my truck, my ATV, don’t think you should go anywhere without the dog. 
Cows that are not mine – I object to livestock that doesn’t belong [not in the house, of course, but on my place]. I do my best to help herd critters away, and sometimes have done it all by myself.
Solitary bathroom visits – everyone knows this doesn’t exist in a Heeler home. You don’t get to leave any room at any time without the Heeler monitoring your movements.
Someone who thinks they’re the boss – your resident canine will take care of that role, thank you.
Too much – Neither too much calm nor too much chaos, depending on the dogs personal preferences. This does not apply to my treats however.
Anyone bringing evil – you can bet the Heeler on duty will know before they arrive – know intent, probably know their blood type [before a bite], heart rate, deodorant and sprinting speed, all before our people even know there are visitors. And we will always guard and protect our own. 
The pessimistic, grumpy and sad – some may bring it into our home, but it can’t last. Heeler Joy de Vive wins every time. We will make you laugh, hug, play and kiss the dog.
And this definitely does belong in the Heeler’s home!
