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- Origin: Australia
- Height: 17-20 inches
- Weigth: 25-45 pounds
- Life Span: 10-14 years
- Nickname: Kelpie, Barb, or Australian Sheep Dog
- Extremely energetic
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The Australian Kelpie is a medium breed of sheep dog used mostly for herding sheep and poultry. There are two types of Australian Kelpies, the show kelpie and the working kelpie.
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Health Problems
The kelpie is considered a generally healthy breed, but like most pure bred dogs are susceptible to common health problems. The kelpie can suffer from health issues such as hip dysplasia, luxating patella, cerebellar abiotrophy. The kelpie is generally considered an energetic and intelligent dog that demands constand challenge and attention.Sports and Activities
The Australian Kelpie was originally bred for outdoor work too demanding for the typical Border Collie.Dogster: Australian Kelpie The kelpie is traditionally muscular and has a coarse coat ideal for harsh weather. The breed now has two varieties.WikiFido: Australian Kelpie The show kelpie was bred primarily for show competitions and exclusively as a pet, while the working kelpie is a hardy working dog raised for herding sheep, guarding livestock and protecting farms.WikiFido: Australian Working Kelpie-
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Australian Kelpie Questions
I intend to get a second Kelpi. I need a kelpie affiliated to both the WKC and the ANKC. Are there such breeders? 1 AnswerI found one that lists both, the second source contains an advertisement for puppies with disclaimer at bottom from the Australian dogzonline that the buyer is ... read more
Can I use the Australian Xbox Marketplace with UK version of Rock Band 2? 1 Answeri'm not sure if this is what you are looking for but i hope it helps Yes, the UK version of Rock Band 2 is playable on the Australian Xbox 360. As long as the r... read more
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Australian Kelpie Related Merchandise
- Amazon.com: Australian Kelpie Merchandise
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RT @FijiLomalagi Aloha! LoL! Yikes, what IS that peeking out of the ferns? {LOL Maile my Australian Kelpie! A Velociraptor to non-doggy ppl}
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#Knobit:The Australian Kelpie is bred from the Shorthaired Scottish Collie
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Australian Kelpie: After two weeks of vacation, it is back to work! Today's task besides writing an article was.. http://bit.ly/3L1nYM
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@MargTheKelpie Thanks for the follow! Is a Kelpie an Australian breed? I am not familiar with that. Love new friends!
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