Dominant
Dedicated
Temperate
Diligent
Intelligent
Affectionate

Playful
Independent
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Affectionate
Loyal
Social
Fearless
Good-natured
Cheerful

Collie-type Herding Dog, Dingo

Rottweiler, English Springer Spaniel

America's Pet Registry
Australian National Kennel Council
Dog Registry of America Inc.

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

1800s

Unknown

Blue
Hazel
Brown
Amber

Brown

Blue
Black
Brown
Isabella

Black

Black
Brown
Red
Blue

Black
Brown
White

Koolies have short coats.

Springer Rotties have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

A Koolie can have a litter of 16-18 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Springer Rottie can have a litter of 8-12 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

While the Koolie breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Springer Rotties typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

Deafness
Congenital Eye Defects

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Allergies
Hip Dysplasia
Skin Conditions

Canine Hip Dysplasia (Chd)
Skin Allergies

Ear Infections
Elbow Dysplasia
Osteosarcoma
Cancer

Skin Evaluation
Eye Examinations
BAER Testing
X-rays or other radiographic imaging

Skin Evaluation
Blood Count
Eye and Ear Examination
Allergy Testing

Koolie has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Springer Rottie has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Herding

Fetch

Koolies are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

Springer Rotties are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Koolie, it's at least 15 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Springer Rottie, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Koolies usually need at least 90 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Springer Rotties usually need at least 40 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Koolie has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

The Springer Rottie requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

The average cost of a Koolie is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a Springer Rottie is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

Koolies are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

The Springer Rottie is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Koolies are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Springer Rotties have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Koolies are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Springer Rotties are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Koolies have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Springer Rotties are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Koolies are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

Springer Rotties are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.