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Kelpie x Whippet Training

Do you have a Kelpie x Whippet 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.

Kelpie × Whippet crosses produce lean, athletic dogs with incredible speed and the Kelpie's intense drive. They're often fast, smart, and sensitive — combining the sighthound's prey drive with the Kelpie's herding instinct.

Common Kelpie x Whippet traits and training needs

  • Very high energy combined with speed — needs significant daily exercise
  • Strong prey drive from both sides — will chase anything that moves
  • Can be anxious and sensitive, inheriting the Whippet's nervous disposition
  • Herding instinct from the Kelpie side may combine with the Whippet's chase instinct
  • Recall can be very difficult when their prey or chase drive is triggered
  • May be wary of strangers and reactive in busy environments

Kelpie × Whippet owners have one of the fastest, most driven dogs at the park. If yours runs like the wind, chases every moving thing, and has a sensitive side that surprises you — that's both breeds in one package. Their intelligence and sensitivity make them very responsive to calm, patient training. They just need plenty of exercise to take the edge off first.

Finn - Kelpie x Whippet dog training

Kelpie x Whippet Training Options

Whether your Kelpie x Whippet is a new puppy or an older dog with some habits to work on, we've got options to suit.

One-on-one dog training
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One-on-One Training

Personalised sessions in your home, where the challenges actually happen. We work together on your specific goals — whether it's pulling on lead, barking, poor recall, jumping up, or something else entirely.

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Puppy school class
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Puppy School

Group classes in Kyneton for puppies aged 8-16 weeks. Build confidence, learn essential skills, and socialise with other pups in a safe, supportive environment.

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Kelpie x Whippet (and others) Success Stories

Pluto
Toy Poodle • Woodend
★★★★★ Google
"Natalie was very patient and kind with our 5 month old pup. She has a wealth of knowledge and calming nature. I look forward to putting these training methods into place."

Michelle Wearne

Toy Poodle dog training in Woodend
Daisy
Papillon X Jack Russell • Malmsbury
★★★★★ Google
"Natalie has helped us with our rescue puppy Daisy, who was extremely anxious and scared of people and dogs, and acting out in other ways. We called Natalie when we were at the end of our tethers, after two months with Daisy, and after the first session we felt both empowered and reassured. Natalie's extensive notes after our session were also very helpful, to refer to as we were working through the recommendations. During her second visit, a month later, Natalie addressed specific issues that we are still having, and she also noted significant improvements in Daisy's confidence. It is wonderful to be supported by someone with such extensive knowledge and love for dogs. I highly recommend her services."

Teresa Martin

Leica
Vizsla • Malmsbury
★★★★★ Google
"Natalie is a brilliant pup & human educator! Her solutions are focused on sustainable, kind & fun techniques for the whole family. Our pup Leica was enamoured from day one & to be honest we were a little star struck too. Cannot recommend Natalie highly enough. 5 stars just aren’t enough."

Kirsty Doyle

Vizsla dog training in Malmsbury
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Some of the Kelpie x Whippets (and others) We've Trained

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Walter French Bulldog dog training
Walter Mount Macedon

Ready to train your Kelpie x Whippet?

Let's talk about your goals and how we can help your Kelpie x Whippet become the best dog they can be.

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