Clever kelpies in action

Returning to the Seymour Alternative Farming Expo for another year, Paul Macphail — the big dog in charge — said expo visitors could expect to see demonstrations with the fully trained kelpies, some young dogs still in training and puppies.

Paul said he would also talk about the difference in kelpies compared to other dog breeds, and why kelpies needed a different training approach.

“Treat training doesn’t really work with your working dog breeds,” he said.

“You need to show good leadership skills in order for your kelpie to accept you as their boss.

“They want to work, to do a job, and that doesn’t have to be herding.

“It’s all about focusing on their brain — they are very smart dogs.”

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