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Australian Kelpie
AdvancedA tireless sheepdog of Australia's vast stations. Extremely intelligent and deeply loyal.
Difficulty
Advanced
Temperature
15〜26℃
Lifespan
12-14 years
Size
Height 43-51cm / Weight approx. 14-20kg
Diet
High-quality medium-breed dog food. Feed twice daily according to activity.
About
The Australian Kelpie was developed in 19th-century Australia from herding dogs brought by Scottish settlers, such as Welsh Corgis and Border Collies, to suit the continent's vast pastoral stations; a Dingo cross theory exists but is disputed. The name comes from the water sprite of Scottish legend. Supple, active and tireless, it is extremely intelligent and devoted, but its near-inexhaustible energy demands a working or highly active home.
Basic Info
Origin
Australia
Lifespan
12-14 years
Size
Height 43-51cm / Weight approx. 14-20kg
Temperature
15〜26℃
Diet
High-quality medium-breed dog food. Feed twice daily according to activity.
Care Guide
Temperament
Extremely alert, eager and very intelligent. Mild, obedient and remarkably devoted to its work.
Exercise
Ideally 90+ min daily. Task-like games and mental stimulation are essential.
Coat Care
Shortish easy-care coat. Brush weekly.
References & Sources
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Primary sources
Taxonomy & Authority
Authority databases: JKC 犬種紹介
Nomenclature follows global taxonomic authority databases.
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