2014年8月27日 · The first dog to carry the Kelpie breed name was a black-and-tan female purchased from a litter by Jack Gleeson during the early 1870s. Different colors of Kelpie carry different names. Black Kelpies are often referred to as Barb Kelpies, after Barb, the Kelpie who won the Melbourne cup in 1866.

Their coat colours include black, black and tan, red, red and tan, blue, blue and tan, fawn, fawn and tan, cream, black and blue, and white and gold. The Kelpie generally weighs 14–20 kg (31–44 lb) and measures 41–51 cm (16–20 in) at the withers. They can reach a maximum weight of 25–27 kg (55–60 lb). [18]

2024年6月17日 · COAT COLOR: Black, with or without tan markings; blue (gray) ranging from dark to light, with or without tan markings; red ranging from chocolate to light red, with or without tan markings; or tan ranging from dark to cream. LIFE SPAN: 10 to 13 years. TEMPERAMENT: Intelligent, eager, energetic, loyal, alert, friendly. HYPOALLERGENIC: No.

A commonly recognised list of acceptable colours in the Australian Kelpie are black, chocolate brown, red, smoke blue, fawn, black and tan, and red and tan. Two other colours which exist, but are not accepted with FCI or ANKC breed standards for the Australian Kelpie, are fawn and tan, and blue and tan.

2021年10月20日 · The Australian kelpie is an intelligent and energetic herding dog. A black kelpie dog is also referred to as a "barb." Dogs may be a variety of colors, including black and tan, and all colors share similar traits and characteristics that you can consider when deciding whether a black and tan kelpie is right for you and your family.

2024年9月26日 · The Australian Kelpie dog is a wonderful breed with a high energy level well suited to families that like to spend a great deal of time outdoors. These dogs need plenty of room to...

Learn more about the Australian Kelpie including personality, history, grooming, pictures, videos, and the AKC breed standard. Is the Australian Kelpie the right breed for you?

2023年3月13日 · Australian Kelpies share several traits with other cattle dogs, but they also have some unique traits. This wikiHow will help you identify an Australian Kelpie by recognizing what sets them apart from other breeds. Consider the dog's size. Australian Kelpies are medium-sized dogs. They stand at about 17–20 inches (43–51 cm) in height. [3]

There are ten possible colour variants, but only seven are accepted in the breed standards of the Australian Kelpie. Take a look of the kelpies I have taken photos of, sorted by colour. Kelpiegallery presents photos all types of Australian kelpie. All photos are taken by Sofia Olsson.

2025年1月6日 · Colors: The most common coat color for Australian Kelpies is black and tan. However, they can also come in red and tan, blue, and fawn. Eyes: Expressive Eyes: Australian Kelpies have oval-shaped, dark brown eyes that convey intelligence and alertness. Their eyes are one of their most striking features, contributing to their reputation as keen ...