Australian Kelpie Puppies For Sale

As herding dogs, Australian Kelpies are happiest with an activity or job to do. They bond quickly with their owners but may treat kids and dogs like sheep that need to be corralled. With training and socialization, the Kelpie can grow to be a great watchdog and faithful companion. Full-grown, they typically weigh 35-50 pounds and stand 17-20 inches tall.

Australian Kelpies are generally okay with older children who know how to handle dogs. The Australian Kelpie is good with children and other pets when they’re raised together from puppyhood. They aren't overly aggressive dogs, but they will fiercely defend their families and territory when necessary. They're relatively quiet and don't bark much.

The Australian Kelpie is a working dog that needs plenty of exercise. They loves being given a job to do and will easily become bored if they don't have enough activity or stimulation. They’re great at sports and love walking, hiking, jogging, and any exercise so long as it gets their blood pumping. Overall, their exercise needs are high.

The Australian Kelpie has a double coat with a short, dense undercoat and hard, straight outercoat that’s weather-repellent. Working Australian Kelpies can be any color, but show Kelpies are solid black, red, fawn, chocolate, or blue. These dogs are average shedders that don’t need much bathing, brushing, or grooming. Grooming-wise, this breed is low-maintenance.

Australian Kelpies are best suited for a home with a yard, though they can adapt to apartment life with enough exercise. Australian Kelpies enjoy being outdoors, but they should live indoors in a home setting. They are fairly easy to train.