The Modern Australian Kelpie Handbook
Training, Traits and Care for Today’s Owners
Description
The Australian Kelpie is one of the world’s most energetic and capable herding breeds, celebrated for its intelligence, stamina and loyalty. Originally bred in the Australian outback to manage sheep across vast and challenging landscapes, the Kelpie has since become admired as both a working dog and a devoted family companion. With their boundless drive and quick thinking, they are as rewarding as they are demanding.
Written by Renee Patience, an experienced dog trainer and behaviourist with more than thirty years of expertise, The Modern Australian Kelpie Handbook is your complete guide to understanding, training and living with this remarkable breed. Whether you are raising a puppy, adopting a rescue or simply want to learn more, this handbook gives you the knowledge and confidence to enjoy life with a Kelpie.
Inside you’ll discover:
The fascinating history and development of the Australian Kelpie
Key personality traits and how to work with them
Training guidance from puppyhood through adulthood
Health, nutrition and grooming advice tailored to the breed
Games, enrichment and activities to keep your Kelpie fulfilled
How to prevent and resolve common behavioural issues
Tips for family life, travel and adapting care as your dog ages
Clear, practical and full of up-to-date advice, this book combines responsibility with the joy of living with such a spirited and intelligent breed. It is part of the Modern Breed Handbook series, created to help owners understand their dogs more deeply and provide them with the best possible life.
About the Author
Renee Patience is a professional dog trainer and behaviourist, and the founder of Paws Academy. With over thirty years of experience and a passion for breed-specific care and training, Renee specialises in helping people create positive, lasting relationships with their dogs.
Why this book?
Because every Australian Kelpie deserves a home that understands them. This handbook provides clear, practical advice that reflects the breed’s energy, intelligence and loyalty. From training and health to enrichment and family life, it equips you to meet their needs and to celebrate the many joys of life with such a remarkable and hard-working companion.
The Modern Australian Kelpie Handbook
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