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The Australian Kelpie has a natural instinct and aptitude for the working of sheep, both in open country or in yards, and is renowned for the way in which he runs over the sheep's backs.A tough, independant, highly intelligent dog with extreme loyalty and utmost devotion to duty, the Australian Kelpie has atractable disposition. Obedient and super alert, he is eager to please and makes a devoted companion, however hisinexhaustible energy makes him unsuitable for suburban living. He needs plenty of exercise, and becomes frustrated and bored if cooped up for long periods of time. He idolises his ownersand will do anything for them and is always ready for a game, however his high activity levels make supervision around youngchildren necessary. Country of origin: Australia Height: Males 18 to 20 inchesFemales 18 to 19 inches Weight: Males 33 to 35 pounds Females 30 to 35 pounds. Coat: Short, weather-resistant. Colors: Black, black and tan, red, red and tan, fawn, chocolate andsmoke blue. Special Consideration: His inexhaustible energy makes him unsuitable for suburban living. |
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