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Australian Kelpie

The Australian Kelpie, often referred to as the Kelpie, is a highly regarded and versatile herding dog breed. As their name would indicate, these herding dogs hail from Australia. Breed enthusiasts prize these hardworking dogs for their agility, intelligence, and natural instinct to control livestock. While similar to the Working Kelpie, the Australian Kelpie is classified as a separate…

Statistics
Dog Breed Group
Herding Dogs
Height
15 to 20 inches
Weight
25 to 46 pounds
Life Span
10 to 15 years
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