Koolie X Training

Do you have a Koolie X 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.

Koolie crosses inherit the Australian Koolie's remarkable herding ability and energy, blended with another breed. The Koolie's drive and intelligence tend to come through strongly — producing dogs that need purpose and activity.

Common Koolie X traits and training needs

• High energy and drive from the Koolie heritage — needs daily exercise and mental work
• Herding instinct may manifest as chasing, nipping, or trying to control movement
• Intelligent and quick to learn — but also quick to develop unwanted habits
• Can be sensitive and reactive in unfamiliar situations
• May bond strongly to one person and be aloof with others
• Needs a sense of purpose — does best when given tasks and challenges

Koolie cross owners have a dog with genuine herding drive that needs an outlet. If yours is full of energy, tries to herd everything that moves, or has learned tricks you didn't teach them — that's the Koolie intelligence at work. Their eagerness to please and natural working ability make them brilliant training candidates when given enough stimulation.