How much is an Australian Kelpie puppy?

Australian Kelpies are somewhat hard to find in the United States, and as such, breeders usually ask for high prices for their pups. You can expect to pay anywhere between $500-$1,500 for a Kelpie puppy, depending on the breeder, location, and availability.

Do Australian Kelpies make good pets?

Once trained, they’re the type of dog that will always give more back than they take. While their hardiness and ability to work long hours make them a valuable asset for farmers, it’s their devotion and loyalty to their family that can make them a suitable pet for today’s families.

Do kelpies shed a lot?

Australian Kelpies often have double coats that have an outer weather-resistant layer. Their coats don’t need much grooming, though they tend to shed more heavily in spring and may need more brushing at that time.

Can kelpies be house dogs?

Australian Kelpies were never intended to be simply household pets. Their working behaviors are inappropriate in a normal household setting. Trying to suppress these “hardwired” behaviors, without providing alternate outlets for their high energy level, is difficult-to-impossible.

Do Kelpies make good family dogs?

A Working Kelpie makes a fine family dog gets on well with ‘his’ children and because they are naturally gentle almost all Working Kelpies live peaceably with other family pets. All dogs need training and intelligent dogs such as the Kelpie love to learn and take great pleasure in working for their owner’s approval.

Can kelpies be aggressive?

The Australian Kelpie is not aggressive but won’t hesitate to protect family members, animals or property, often without regard for their own safety. Kelpies usually like children, though you should interactions these interactions.

How far can I walk my Kelpie puppy?

Kelpies are common working dogs. They are usually extremely alert, highly intelligent and have an almost inexhaustible energy. Plenty of exercise is a must for these energy machines. These medium sized working dogs needs at least 2 hours of exercise a day.

Are kelpies smelly?

The Australian Kelpie is not a hypoallergenic dog. He does not generally have a strong doggy smell and only requires a bath usually two times a year unless he is working livestock. His coat should be brushed at least once a week to remove dirt and loose hairs.

Do kelpies bark?

Unfortunately, Kelpies shed hair heavily so the vacuum will get a good run! They also love to chat and have a high tendency to bark, which makes them ideal watchdogs. Kelpies often live up to 16 years of age and are known for being a naturally healthy breed.

Do kelpies make good family dogs?

Can Kelpies be house dogs?

Where should Kelpies sleep?

When a kelpie (pup) is in a crate, covered with a towel or sheet so it cannot see out, it feels safe and secure and will go to sleep.

Are Kelpies chewers?

Without enough exercise, a Kelpie will become unhappy and prone to barking, chewing and other problem behaviours.

Are Kelpies smelly?