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Australian Kelpie Puppy Training Manual

From 8 Weeks

Australian Kelpie: short, reward-led work turns intensity and quick learning into focused cooperation.

29 chapters · English / 中文

Australian Kelpie: short, reward-led work turns intensity and quick learning into focused cooperation.

Breed profile

Training group: Herding and cattle dogs
Origin: Developed in Australia as a herding working dog, the Australian Kelpie is heat-tolerant and capable of prolonged work.
Height at shoulder: 43–51 cm
Weight: 14–20 kg
Coat: Short coat
Coat care: Build calm acceptance of routine brushing and body checks.
Drive keywords: Working endurance · Independent decision-making · Chase
Handling practice: Calm, rewarded acceptance of touching and brushing the short coat · Paw, toe and nail handling without restraint or force

General reference ranges only; individual dogs vary substantially

Keep the plan, update the details

Train the dog in front of you: protect sleep, lower difficulty, reinforce the behaviour you want and ask for help early.

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Prepared by FluffyWA Pty Ltd · Southern River, Western Australia.

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