Are red kelpies good family dogs?
Are red kelpies good family dogs?
Kelpies are loyal and devoted to their family as well as loving and affectionate. To be happy, they need big spaces with a yard they can play in. They are so friendly they’ll hang out with other dogs and even cats. If trained and socialised, they are suitable for young children.
What is a red kelpie?
The Australian Kelpie, or simply Kelpie, is an Australian sheepdog capable of mustering and droving with little or no guidance. It is a medium-sized dog and comes in a variety of colours. The Kelpie has been exported throughout the world and is used to muster livestock, primarily sheep, cattle and goats.
Do red kelpies shed?
The Kelpie is relatively low maintenance when it comes to grooming with their ‘wash and wear coat’. However, for such a short haired dog, Australian Kelpies shed much more than you might think. You’ll need to brush them weekly to keep loose hair under control.
How long do red kelpies live?
10 to 16 years
Facts about the Kelpie
| Breed size: | Place of origin: | Intelligence |
|---|---|---|
| Breed group: | Energy level: | Weight range: |
| Working, herding | High | 11-22kg |
| Life expectancy: | Tendency to bark: | Height range: |
| 10 to 16 years | Moderate | 40-51cm |
Do kelpies like to cuddle?
As Charlotte Schwartz notes in Australian Kelpie, “Most Kelpies are not ‘lap dogs,’ but the degree to which they enjoy petting and cuddling varies from dog to dog.”
How much does a red Kelpie cost?
A Kelpie puppy can cost you between $400-$1600, while an adult dog from a reputable breeder might cost you $2450 or even more.
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 only bond with one person?
They tend to bond with one person in the family— this comes from their strong loyalty instinct, as opposed to shyness. However, they are cooperative and playful with everyone in the family. Kelpies have great personalities, especially when they have “tasks” to accomplish or animals to herd.
Do kelpies shed a lot of hair?
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.
Do kelpies ever calm down?
They go from having an inexhaustible amount of energy to passing out fast asleep. But there is no in-between. No chilled relaxing and gentle playing with a toy, or ‘hanging out’ when you have people over. It’s either full blooded running around or sleep.
Are kelpies hypoallergenic?
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.
