Australian Kelpie
Medium dog breeds
Origin: | Australia |
Size Type: | Medium dog breeds |
Height: | 18-20 inches (46-51 cm) |
Weight: | 11-14 kg |
Form of ear: | V-shaped ears |
Form of a tail: | Tail brush |
Life span: | 12 years |
Japanese Site: | Australian Kelpie |
Overview
The dog came to be known to people , things around in 1870 . The sheep dog who brought when the Scots were settled in Australia , roots are believed to be dog dingo wild dogs and Border Collie has two or more races. In particular , Kelpie to demonstrate the ability of distinguished through its work among the sheepdog . With incredible speed , while wandering around the flock of sheep , we will lead the sheep skillfully indeed . In addition , you have to get to the head of the flock , that run on the back of sheep , a very unique skill . Even if you respond quickly to sign my husband to send this dog was further instructions from the far distance , it is working very crazy . As will walk rich endurance with lightness , it is possible to change at will the moment the speed . It is strongly calm patience is strong , even without water for a long time . In this way, even in the sheepdog who is number , Australian Kelpie is best to follow the sheep , it is also popular in sheep management of outside Australia today. It is also bred many household dogs . The thing of water nymph coming out the legend of Scotland as " Kelpie " .
Characteristics
's Small size, but the appearance, features very beautiful, like a fox at first glance. In addition to operating agile active, you have to look like a clever boy. The skull widely domed slightly, stop clear. In the eyes almond-shaped, dark eye color, but it is lighter in accordance with the color of the coat. Ear upright widely, I'm facing out slightly. Tapered snout. Teeth robust, Scissor byte. Short smooth hair is not dense rough, there is a thick, short coat.
Temperament
The wonderfully clever, there is calm. Encouraged the submission to the master, remember training also fast. I work diligently to really work. Sense also sharp, wariness also strong.
Color
Some Black, Chestnut, Black Red, Red Chestnut, Tan, Dark Chestnut, and bluish-gray hair color.
How to Care & How to Train
Care of coat is simple, there is no need pay attention to another's needs most, either brushed with animal hair brush sometimes, to a massage with a towel.
Exercise
Because it is a dog very tough, to request sufficient momentum. Let go to such a wide field sometimes, it is preferable to let us run with all one's might.
Disease to be careful
Cerebellar degeneration
Disease that can be seen occasionally
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