Koolie Dog

Koolies are eye-catching, well balanced, medium sized dogs, , Hanoverian Horse with unusual markings in the form of flecks and patches of colour. , Parrotlets The two main colours , Dandie Dinmont Terrier are red or blue merle and some people believe solid coloured , Sloughi and black and white are also acceptable. Eyes can be blue, brown, green, black or grey or a combination of blue and brown. Ears , American Pit Bull Terrier are moderate sized, triangular shaped and usually pricked or semi-pricked. The coat , Green Cheek Conure can be short, medium or long which short being far more common and usually the preferred coat , Korean Jindo Dog type.

History and naming
Not much is known on the history of the Koolie although there are many theories circulating throughout the Koolie community. It is generally believed the Koolie was imported from Germany to Australia by early immigrant European settlers. The breeds’ original name was German Coolie which is still used by many.

Temperament
The Koolie is extremely active and intelligent , Collie with a naturally strong working instinct. They are suited to yard and paddock and work sheep, cattle and goats equally well.Their easy-going, fun-loving personality makes the breed , Standardbred horses a great choice as a companion for a lively family , Siberian Husky or active individual. Koolies are readily used in sports such as agility and obedience and are also making a name for themselves in television and ‘Pets’ as’ Therapy positions. The Koolie possess an amazing sense of smell, often able to detect an ill sheep lying hidden in the grass a remarkable distance away. The sheep in need of attention would, if not for the Koolies keen sense of smell, easily be missed and evidently die.

Working Ability
The Koolie is well known for his natural working instinct but unfortunately, the occurrence of complaints about dogs , Green Wing Macaw lacking ‘working instinct’ has, in recent times, increased remarkably. This problem is thought to be due to the increase in urban and backyard breeders. , thoroughbreds Often the dogs , Pindos Pony of these breeders , Fila Brasileiro have never worked or even laid eyes on stock for many generations and over time, the natural working instinct slowly deteriorates.

Working Style
Koolies are confident all-round dogs , African Collared Dove with a natural ability to head, herd and heal. They have the ability to block with force when necessary, mob stock together (and keep them together) quietly and confidently, using speed and force when needed.Koolies are hardy, displaying endurance and enough speed to outrun and head stock when required. They remain alert on the job, ready to spring into action and have the ability to relax when the stock are traveling quietly and are under control.Koolies are extremely intelligent, , Tennessee Walking Horse (Tennessee Walker) take very few lessons to learn and naturally seem to know what to do while thinking for himself. They are generally receptive to commands and can bark and back when instructed. Koolies can adjust to difficult situations and often surprise their master with their intelligence , French Trotter - Norman Trotter and clever actions. Koolies display a small to moderate amount of eye, often only lowering their head slightly to observe the stock and position themselves accordingly. Koolies don't often show 'eye' in a very noticeable way but display great concentration and intuition making them capable of anticipating the stocks next move

Health and Lifespan
Koolies generally have very few heath problems. Dogs , Standardbred horses with predominantly white heads are likely to suffer hearing and sight problems. Sun damage to white skin can also be an issue. Koolies usually live beyond 15 years

Space and exercise
Koolies are primarily a working dog , Green Wing Macaw with a naturally strong herding instinct. They require plenty of exercise to keep their bodies fit and their minds occupied. Koolies are best suited to a working lifestyle, a sport such as agility, or as a companion for an active family , Belgian Shepherd Dog with a big back yard and plenty of energy.

Feeding and Grooming
Short coated coolies require very little grooming. A bath when needed and a brush to remove grass seeds if necessary. The longer coated varieties need more care. Working Koolies need a good quality high protein dry dog , How to Care for Your Bird biscuit. A supplement of meaty bones ensure healthy teeth and gums and adds variety to the diet.

Photo and breed , Norwegian Buhund description gratefully received from Toolalla Kennels http://www.toolallakoolies.com