Australian Kelpie
VS
Dutch Kooikerhondje
Australian Kelpie vs Dutch Kooikerhondje
Compare Australian Kelpie and Dutch Kooikerhondje side by side and get a clear picture of what sets the breeds apart. Explore differences in size, weight, temperament, activity level, and other key traits to more easily decide which breed best fits your lifestyle and circumstances.
Characteristic
Australian Kelpie
Dutch Kooikerhondje
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
43 – 51 cm
35 – 42 cm
Weight
14 – 20 kg
8 – 12 kg
Life expectancy
11 – 15 years
12 – 15 years
Child friendly
5/5
4/5
Energy level
3/5
4/5
Intelligence
5/5
4/5
Trainability
5/5
4/5
Health
4/5
3/5
Grooming needs
3/5
3/5
Shedding
3/5
3/5
Barking level
4/5
2/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
2/5
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Characteristics
Australian Kelpie
Great with kids
Super smart
Easy to train
Medium
Dutch Kooikerhondje
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Quiet
Easy to train
Small
Summary
About Australian Kelpie
The Australian Kelpie is a medium, athletic herding dog, bred for stamina and focus. Intelligent and quick to learn, it needs extensive daily exercise and mental work. Affectionate yet independent, it excels in herding and dog sports, stays generally healthy, and suits active, committed homes.
About Dutch Kooikerhondje
Medium-small Dutch gundog with orange-red and white coat, black-tipped ears and a plumed white tail. Affectionate with family, reserved with strangers, intelligent and sensitive. Needs daily exercise, training, and companionship; generally healthy with some hereditary conditions monitored.
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