Are Kelpie dogs good pets?
Are Kelpies suitable for families? They are great family pets, loyal companions and excellent watchdogs.
Are kelpies smelly dogs?
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.
Can you have a kelpie in a backyard?
While they can be trusted to work independently, being on their own indoors often leads them into mischief making. These dogs are decidedly not ideal for apartment living. They are also not ideal pets for families with young children. They need a fenced-in backyard and some occupation.
Are kelpies gentle?
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.
Are kelpies destructive?
An Australian kelpie is a high-energy dog that was bred to work–specifically, herding sheep and other farm animals. This breed is lively and thrives on activity; without it, it can become destructive and unhappy.
Are Kelpies 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.
What do you need to know about Australian Kelpies?
1 Australian Kelpie Basics. The Australian Kelpie is a highly intelligent breed of herding dog that likes to work hard. 2 Origin. 3 Pedigree. 4 Food/Diet. 5 Training. 6 Weight. 7 Temperament/Behavior. 8 Common Health Problems. 9 Life Expectancy. 10 Exercise Requirements.
Is an Australian Kelpie a good watch dog?
A naturally cautious herding breed, the Australian Kelpie is a good watch dog, provided he receives plenty of socialization and training so that he doesn’t become wary or anyone or anything else. A relatively low-maintenance breed, the Australian Kelpie has a thick, water-repellant double coat that sheds regularly.
Do Kelpies shed a lot?
A relatively low-maintenance breed, the Australian Kelpie has a thick, water-repellant double coat that sheds regularly. The coat should be brushed weekly to remove dead hairs and bathed occasionally.