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1860 Missouri
Francis Lacy Not Stated, Sullivan, MO 33 1826 Kentucky Male
Lucinda Lacy Not Stated, Sullivan, MO 33 1826 Ohio Female
Martha A Lacy Not Stated, Sullivan, MO 4 1855 Missouri Female
Lewelly Lacy Not Stated, Sullivan, MO 2 1857 Missouri Female
LACY, F M (1870 U.S. Census)
TEXAS , BURNET, BURNET P O
Age: 45, Male, Race: WHITE, Born: KY
Series: M593 Roll: 1577 Page: 264
1880 Census Place Precinct 6, Eastland, Texas
Family History Library Film 1255300
NA Film Number T9-1300
Page Number 297A
Name Relation Marital Status Gender Race Age Birthplace Occupation Father's Birthplace Mother's Birthplace
F. M. LACEY1 Self M Male W 53 KY Farmer KY KY
Lucinda LACEY2 Wife M Female W 52 OH Keeps House OH OH
Laura LACEY3 Dau S Female W 19 MO At School KY OH
Nanie LACEY4 Dau S Female W 17 TX At School KY OH
Virginia LACEY5 Dau S Female W 15 TX At School KY OH
Lissie LACEY6 Dau S Female W 13 TX At School KY OH
LACY, FRANK M (1900 U.S. Census)
TEXAS , BURNET, 1-PCT
Age: 73, Male, Race: WHITE, Born: KY
Series: T623 Roll: 1616 Page: 192
Breed Standard
BLUE LACY
COUNTRY: US
WEIGHT: 25-50 pounds
HEIGHT: approx. 18-25 inches
COAT: Smooth, tight, sleek, exceptionally clean in appearance
REGISTRY: Lacy Game Dog Registry, NKC and CKC
GROUP: Herding
ORIGIN AND HISTORY:
Having nothing to do with the characteristics the dogs have, the name is that of the Lacy Family. Arriving from Kentucky by covered wagon the Lacy Brothers (Frank,George, Ewin, and Harry Lacy) settled in the granite hills near Marble Falls, Texas. Shortly after arriving in Texas, 1858 to be exact, the Brothers devoloped the Blue Lacy Breed. As true a pioneer as the men you see in history books, the Blue Lacy Game Dog has filled the needs of Colonial Americans for well over a century on ranches in the Southwestern US. When the three-wheeled horse hit the trail it brought this unique breed unsuccessfully close to extinction. While the need for its instinctive herding abilities were diminishing the need for its abilities to bay the fiercest of hog, pick up the trail of any game animal or find a wounded animal on the slightest of blood trails was on the rise in the commercial hunting industry. They are now the most common breed used by the United States Trappers. Blue Lacy owner's claim they are the perfect all-around dog, knowing where to be at just the right time.
Development:
The Lacy family history notes the breed to be the result of Greyhound/ scenthound/ coyote cross with the emphasis on the herding/ droving characteristics. Many people have their theory on the scenthound used. Some believe it was a Red Bone Hound, or Italian Gray Hound, others believe it was a July Hound. Whatever the scenthound might be in the combination, the cross defiantly worked. The Lacy brothers established this breed under the guidelines it takes to develop a recognized breed.
Features:
The origin of the unusual slate blue coat and nose is a genetic rarity. All Lacy's have minimal to full white markings on their brisket and most of the time on paw or paws. The light gun-metal gray to almost black Lacy's are classified in color as blue. The red, yellow to cream Lacy's are classified in color as red. The tri-colored Lacy's are blue with red markings over their eyes, on muzzle, under tail, and down the legs. They are classified in color as tri. Both the red and tri-colored Lacy's hold the name Blue Lacy due to the blue-color gene they possess. All Blue Lacy's eyes are very bright and distinctive orange to yellow in color. Which adds a unique touch to their appearance.
Character:
Lacy's are easy to handle, spectacular workers and pets that are great with children. They are energetic and dedicated dogs, capable of handling the meanest longhorn cattle or most jittery of hens, taking the job instinctively, requiring no training. They are known to replace the work of a cowboy by five times. This breed is also used for hog hunting, finding wounded deer, and treeing game. Suitable for a watch dog.
Strength: both herding and droving tasks
Weakness: Very sensitive to yelling. Responds better to stern or soft commands.
Books & Articles Information on the Blue Lacy:
* The Atlas of Dog Breeds of the World pg. 204 Written by: Wilcox & Walkowic Published by: T.F.H. Publications Inc.
* The Mini-Atlas of Dog Breeds pg. 448 Written by: De Prisco & Johnson Published by: T.F.H. Publications Inc.
* The Trailhounds chapter 4 Written by: Obe Cory
* Dog Fancy Magazine 1980 (Blue Lacys - Instinctive Cowboy) By: Diane Gentry
* Livestock Weekly pg. 8 May 16, 1991 (History of Texas Blue Lacy Dog Almost as Old as Sate Itself)
* Monthly articles starting 1999 until present day in Full Cry Magazine By: Marlo Riley
Bryan & Marlo Riley
Marlo's ten pointer buck - harvested Jan. 2, 2002
Covered Gate Ranch Uvalde, TX.
Provided by: Tom Graham
"Graham's Windy" working some steers.
Cameron, TX
Provided By: Joe Schimdt - Molberly, Mo.
"Schimdt's Tex and "Schimdt's Sis" treeing.
TEXAS SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 436
WHEREAS, Among all the breeds of dog that can be found in Texas, few have an association with the state as noteworthy as that enjoyed by the Blue Lacy; and
WHEREAS, Believed to be the first dog breed to have originated in this state, the dog is named for the Lacy family,which developed the breed in the mid-1800s for herding and hunting; descended from greyhound, scenthound, and coyote stock,the Blue Lacy has a capacity for hard work that typifies the rugged virtues of a Texas ranch-hand; and
WHEREAS, In addition to its place of origin and its ranching pedigree, this companionable dog boasts another association with the State of Texas: the Lacy family, including George W. Lacy and his brothers, moved from Kentucky to Burnet County in 1858 and settled in the area of present-day Marble Falls; several decades later, when a new state capitol was erected in Austin, George Lacy and the other owners of Granite Mountain donated the red granite that was used in its construction; and
WHEREAS, The Blue Lacy is a Texas native, a working dog bred to play an essential role in ranch operations, and a dog whose original breeders played a critical part in the building of the State Capitol, and this proud heritage gives the Blue Lacy especially strong Texas credentials; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas,77th Legislature, hereby honor the Blue Lacy dog breed as a true Texas breed.
Signed By:
Bill Ratliff
President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the above
Resolution was adopted by the Senate
on March 8, 2001.
Betty King
Secretary of the Senate
Todd Staples
Member, Texas Senate
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1827 - 1911 (84 years)
