Name : Australian Kelpie Dog Origin : Australia Group : Herd Dog Colour : Tan, Red, Black, Brown Average Size : 50cm (20in) Average Weight : 20kg (45lbs) Average Life Span : 14 years Temperament : Loyal and protective
- The Australian Kelpie Dogs are native to Australia.
- They are a breed of herd dogs.
- With an average size of around 50cm, they weigh around 45lbs.
- They may be tan, red, black or brown in color.
- On an average, they live to be around 14 years of age.
- The female Australian Kelpie dogs give birth to around 5 puppies per litter.
- They make for great companions when they have a challenging job.
- They need to be trained from a very early age.
- Australian Kelpie Dogs are known to be very loyal, friendly, intelligent and energetic.
- If not kept active and mentally stimulated, they become frustrated and destructive.
- They don’t make for great guard dogs as they are not aggressive to humans.
- With a lot of love and attention, they can be very faithful and placid companions.