Australian Kelpie Training

Do you have a Australian Kelpie that needs some training help? Natalie from Crazy Kind Calm dog training can help!

With over 900 dogs trained across the Macedon Ranges, Natalie understands the unique personality and needs that come with this wonderful breed.

Australian Kelpies are highly driven working dogs bred to muster livestock across vast distances. They're athletic, intelligent, and fiercely loyal — with an energy level that can surprise even experienced dog owners.

Common Australian Kelpie traits and training needs

• Extremely high energy and stamina — bred to work all day in the Australian heat
• Strong herding drive that may manifest as nipping at heels or chasing
• Can become anxious, vocal, or destructive without enough mental and physical outlets
• Independent thinkers who may not always follow instructions blindly
• Tend to be wary of strangers and can be reactive on lead
• Need a clear sense of purpose — they do best with a "job" to do

Living with a Kelpie in a suburban setting can feel like having a professional athlete living in your lounge room. They're constantly looking for something to do, and if you don't provide it, they'll find their own entertainment — which usually isn't what you had in mind. If your Kelpie is running laps of the yard, barking at shadows, or outsmarting your fencing, it's their way of telling you they need more. The good news is that a Kelpie with the right outlets is an absolute joy.