The hard working Australian Kelpie is a lithe, active dog of almost inexhaustible energy. He has a natural instinct and aptitude for the working of sheep, both in open country or in yards. He is renowned for the way in which he runs along the sheep's backs.

A tough, independant, highly intelligent dog with extreme loyalty and utmost devotion to duty, the Australian Kelpie has a mild, tractable disposition. Obedient and super alert, he is eager to please and makes a devoted companion.

To retain his hard muscular condition he needs plenty of exercise, and likes nothing better than open spaces in which to bound. He becomes frustrated and bored if cooped up for long periods of time. The Kelpie makes an excellent children's playmate, and enjoys family activities. He idolises his owners and will do anything for them.

His short, weather-resistant coat comes in attractive colourings of black, black and tan, red, red and tan, fawn, chocolate and smoke blue.

Dogs are 46 to 51 cm with bitches 43 to 48 cm. Average weight would be arounds 16 to 20 kg.

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