Kelpies need a large amount of exercise daily to ensure happiness. They like having a job to do. They are calmer after exercise and will lay down and hang out.
The Australian Kelpie has a double coat. The undercoat is short and dense while the outer coat is close and hard. This helps them resist rain. They should be brushed weekly and bathed occasionally.
Australian Kelpie is a friendly, loyal, intelligent and agile breed.
Kelpies were most likely brought from Scotland to help herd sheep in large areas. They eventually adapted to the hot climate of Australia.
