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Swan Valley Koolies Purpose bred recreational working/agility and companion dogs. As of (2013), no bench standard exists. In Victoria, one finds the smallest variety of the Koolie.

HISTORY OF THE AUSTRALIAN KOOLIE (Wikipedia)

The Koolie's ancestors were the smooth coated blue merle Collie (imported from Britain in the 19th century) and the Black and Tan Collie from the Highlands of Scotland; these were the same type imported by Thomas Hall for the creation of his Heelers. The Koolie is believed to be descended from the same Collie types that were brought to Australia for t

he kennels of Thomas S. Hall (an originator of the Australian Cattle Dog breed); some believe that they could be direct descendants of Hall's dogs. While some believe the 'German Coolie' to be descended from the 'German Tiger', a European herding dog, there is no genetic or even anecdotal evidence to support this claim. A more plausible theory is that these dogs were used by German immigrants in South Australia who, unable to correctly pronounce 'collie', referred to the dogs as 'coolies'. Others have noted strong similarities with the Australian Koolie and the Welsh Collie, another British herding subtype. According to older Koolie breeders personal records, from diaries and photo albums the Koolie has been around for over 160 years.[citation needed] During the industrial era some bloodlines were influenced by Kelpie and Border Collie, as explained by one grazier in Western Australia, "You bred from the good workers which were around and Koolies were not always to be found, so you bred to the next best worker that was and this was either the Kelpie or Border depending on the region you lived and the stock you worked". In 2000, the Koolie Club of Australia was formed to preserve, protect and ethically promote the Koolie breed. The Koolie Club does not actively work towards bench standard recognition, feeling this would only be detrimental to the breeds working future. In 2004, the Koolie breed was recognised by the Australian Sporting Registrar, judges from the Australian National Kennel Council (ANKC) may judge Koolies in all ANKC sanctioned sporting trials. In the states of Victoria, New South Wales, and Queensland, registered Koolies may compete in, herding, obedience, tracking, jumping, gambles and dog agility events through registration on their State's Sporting Register as members of the Koolie Club of Australia. Solid Tri, short coat USA import
In May 2006, the Stockdog Committee of the Australian Shepherd Club of America[2] voted to accept the "Koolie/German Coolie" into their list of recognised and accepted herding breeds, admission was granted June 2006. In 2006, The American Herding Breed Association accepted the Australian Koolie onto their list of recognised and accepted breeds. EXPORTS

In 2002, the first exportation to America of a registered DNA tested Koolie were orchestrated by members of the Koolie Club of Australia, for Ms Torry Lynn Revels of North Carolina, USA. In 2003, at the Koolie Club of Australia's Annual General meeting a unanimous vote was returned to appoint Ms Revels the clubs official representative in America, Ms Revels was instrumental in gaining acceptance of the Australian Koolie to the recognised breeds lists of the American Herding Breed Association and the Australian Shepherd Club of America in order to gain qualifying scores in herding trials. In 2008, the first exportation to New Zealand of a registered DNA tested Koolie were orchestrated by members of the Koolie Club of Australia, for Ms Penny Nalders of Wellington, New Zealand. In 2008, the first exportation to Finland of registered DNA tested Koolies were orchestrated by members of the Koolie Club of Australia, for Ms Sinikka Kumpusalmi of Vehmersalmi, and Mrs Satu Tasanen of Honkilahti, Finland. In 2011, the first exportation to Switzerland of registered DNA tested Koolies were orchestrated by members of the Koolie Club of Australia, for Ms Brigitt Stirnimann of Aarwangen, Switzerland. The Koolie is as diverse as the country it originates from, Australia. In the north of Queensland and New South Wales they are tall, medium b***d and agile, bred for mustering Simmental cattle and Brahma over many miles. In The Hunter Valley region and Snowy Mountains of New South Wales, they're thicker set and shorter to flush low lying cattle from the dense bush and gullies. Koolies are bred to meet the needs of the stockman, grazier and farmer, all agile, all with the same ability to adapt to any situation, all with a strong willingness drive. The Koolie vary from 40 to 60 centimetres (16 to 24 in) in size and are a contrast of coat, colour and body type, although they are merled coat pattern. The solid red or black Koolie are often mistaken for Kelpies, and some bi coloured Koolie have been taken for Border Collies by the general public, rarely if ever by breeders. As all of these breeds share Collie ancestry, they resemble each other. COAT

Solid Red & Red Merle short coat mustering cattle
The Koolie coat ranges from short/smooth (like that of the original blue merle Collies from Scotland) short (like a working Kelpie) medium and not common long (like the show Border Collie). Koolies are typically slightly longer than tall. The majority of owners prefer the short/smooth coats as they do not pick up grass seed, and are very easy to maintain, with the occasional swim to keep the coat glossy and free of parasites. COLOURING

Koolie colours can be solid (all one colour black or red/chocolate this includes Koolie who are cryptic merle: carry the merle gene but do not display it obviously) "bi" (black & white or red & white) "tri" (solid red or black, with white markings, normally with brown points), or "tri merle" (same description but merle) "merle" (grey, black,red/chocolate or white undercoat with large splashes of darker colourings of red/chocolate for red merles or black, grey for blue merles). Black Koolies will commonly have a black nose with black eyes, or tones of black including blue. Red or chocolate Koolies will commonly have a red or chocolate nose with brown eyes, or tones of brown, including yellow, and there can be combinations of both black or brown with the added blue eye/s. There are also dilute colours of slate or gun metal grey for black Koolies and fawn for Red Koolies. Also there is a yellow or cream colour created by the E,loci which is a masking gene and covers a red/chocolate Koolie to make it appear yellow/cream, this gene will also cover any merle, so it's advised that great care be taken and DNA done to discover if the E,loci is present before breeding. The same advice is given with relations to the dilute gene. TEMPERAMENT

Blue merle short coat heading sheep
Graziers, stockmen and dairy farmers across Australia since days long past have typically selected breeds which display the abilities required to meet their working needs. The temperament found in a Koolie is a culmination of these much sought-after abilities. The optimal worker possesses a combination of working skills and bonding temperament. There are times when an uninitiated dog owner or a new enthusiast mistakes the Koolie as a shy, reserved or even a timid animal. The Koolie's temperament needs to be understood in proper context when one seeks an optimal match of skills and demeanour. Koolies are intelligent animals, and the most experienced handlers know well that they need guidance in training. A steady and supportive approach will be productive, proving the Koolie's adaptability in diverse situations when given time. Owners will be rewarded through the Koolie's diligence in varied roles such as in work situations, sporting activities, loyal service or the time honoured role of companionship. Known to be patient, temperate, dedicated, with a strong sense of willingness and devotion; the Koolie is not naturally aggressive but can demonstrate dominance. They show an untiring enthusiasm for work and an admirable hardiness when the job or circumstance requires. HEALTH


blue merle-smooth coat-In Agility
The median longevity of Koolies is about 18 years, which is a typical lifespan for this breed. Koolies have a diverse gene pool and so do not suffer from the many genetic problems found in recognised breeds, but the merle for which the Koolie is most recognised by can and does produce white blind and or deaf pups. It is highly recommended that when considering breeding, that matings of merle to solid are the safest option (Wikipedia 2017)

So dangerous
19/01/2025

So dangerous

Morley Police officers have charged a man after he allegedly pointed a laser at the police helicopter.

About 1:20am this morning (19/01), the man allegedly aimed a green laser beam light directly at a police aircraft on patrol.

The shining of the laser light directly interferes with the operational safety and navigational capacity of the aircraft and pilot. This action caused immediate distress to the three Police personnel onboard the aircraft.

Police staff operating the aircraft directed officers on the ground to the location of where the laser light beam originated from.

A 51-year-old man from Morley has been charged with:-
• Cause Fear or Alarm with Laser or Light to People in Conveyances or Others; and
• Possessed a Controlled Weapon.

He is due to appear before the Perth Magistrates Court on 10 February 2025.

A WA Police Force spokesperson said pointing laser lights at aircraft is a serious offence.

“Pointing a laser light at any aircraft is a highly dangerous act and requires the pilot of the aircraft to take evasive action to keep them and their crew safe.

“Laser lights not only light up the cabin of a plane or helicopter, but can temporarily blind the pilot which puts everyone onboard in real danger.

“There are serious penalties for this offence, with several people previously found guilty in court of such offences being fined $10,000.”

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18/01/2025

People who are unemployed and want to have some degree of power

The campaign makes a nod to the Keep the Sheep campaign.

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Really
16/01/2025

Really

If you didn’t renew your animal’s registration due October 31, 2024 – it’s not too late 🐶

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16/01/2025

Nature at its best

Agree 110% Gary -Gaz- Jackson Dog Trainer, Author, Speaker
16/01/2025

Agree 110% Gary -Gaz- Jackson Dog Trainer, Author, Speaker

05/10/2024

GRIFTING: THE NEW VETERINARY STOCK IN TRADE

Have you noticed that your veterinarian spends more time looking at you than at your dog or cat?

What's going on there?

Well, one thing that is going on is that your veterinarian is being encouraged to become a grifter -- someone who is supposed to get inside your perimeter wire so they can then lift your wallet.

A grifter is simply someone who is playing a confidence game. There are variations on the theme -- long cons, short cons, affinity cons -- but all of them have one thing in common; they prey on human weakness.

Veterinary grifters are not practicing fee-for-service medicine so much as they are sizing up their customers -- the suckers -- so they can figure out exactly how many worthless services they can sack them with, how deep a dependency model they can push, and how steep a bill can be presented.

Think I am kidding? Ah, well you probably do not read the veterinary economics literature. The good news is that I do.

Over at the Canadian Veterinary Journal, for example, Amanda Reinisch writes about the "human-animal bond" (HAB in the lingo of the modern veterinary grifter). You have heard folks talk about it, perhaps. Do you know what it means, and why veterinarians talk about it so much?

“A trend has recently been identified in the United States that indicates people are willing to spend more money on their pet’s health. When queried as to what was most important when choosing a companion animal veterinarian, price was not ranked first, but rather, reputation and a caring and empathetic attitude were among the most important factors. In this recent study, individuals who spent money on their pet’s health were more likely to be married, have a higher than average income, live in a rural area, and indicate their race was ‘white’.

“This study also demonstrated that there is a large and growing portion of the population who own companion animals, as evidenced by the purchase of products such as animal feed, but are not consuming a proportionate increase in the use of veterinary services. The authors hypothesized that this differential growth between pet ownership and consumption of veterinary services may be due to increasing cultural differences in the changing population of the United States. The authors concluded that a large portion of the companion animal market has yet to be tapped....

“... It has been almost a decade since the landmark reports of the KPMG and the Brakke investigations into the economic state of the veterinary profession in the USA. These reports both identify the HAB as a potential component of companion animal practice management.

“So what part does the HAB play in the evolving economic and social reality of pet ownership and care? The history of the HAB in academic veterinary medicine has recently been reviewed. An additional and parallel concept of ‘bond-centered’ practice (BCP) has also emerged in the practice of veterinary medicine and in the education of veterinary students.

“Some authors have suggested that the HAB is a conceptual construct. The literature would better support a working theory that the HAB is a legitimate field of sociological and psychological investigation, and the BCP is an applied business theory. The BCP business model suggests that veterinary practices can provide a better service (and be more profitable) if they de-emphasize the goal of dealing with the health of the companion animal and spend more time attending to the emotional needs of the companion animal’s owner. If taken to the extreme where the client’s perception is the reality then patient health outcomes could become disassociated from practice success.

“Dr. Bernard Rollin argues that in order for a veterinarian to make a successful living they must be ‘liked’ by their clients. A veterinarian must be able to convince the client to commit to treatment regimes. It is likely that to foster this level of trust in a veterinary-client-patient relationship the veterinarian and the client need to be like-minded. No one doubts the emotional challenge of some individuals dealing with companion animal loss, and that empathy is appropriate in veterinary practice (recognition of the HAB). However, ethical reflection may illuminate concerns related to making ‘grief’ a profit center for your business (institutionalization and application of the BCP business model). However, it is possible to have a very satisfied, strongly bonded client with a very unhealthy management style for their pet such as the lovingly overfed, obese dog. Supplementing the rather instrumental economic model; the articulated driving philosophy of BCP is well-developed, holistic, and includes a reverence for animal life.

“Companion animal veterinarians are not the only (self-funded) profession to develop BCP-like services in support of the human-animal bond. Psychologists and lawyers are beginning to benefit from providing services in response to people’s emotional attachments to their pets. It has been suggested that psychologists work with veterinarians to educate them about the grieving process.The implementation and management of a ‘bond-centered practice’ has also been promoted to the profession through professional continuing education meetings and the American Association of Human-Animal Bond Veterinarians.”

Right.

Grifters also have conventions and schools -- places where you learn the art of “the dangle,” the “pigeon drop,” and the “lonely widow”. So, no surprise to learn that there are trade associations that teach veterinarians how to grift using the psychological manipulation of their clients.

The core tool that veterinary grifters use is the same tool that "pure positive" dog trainers use -- the dog owner's inflated sense of self, and the fear of being judged by someone who claims expertise.

"You're not listening to those old, outdated, abusive, non-scientific dog trainers are you?"

"You want what is the very best and most modern medicine for Tricky-Woo, don't you?"

"You don't want any risk, right?"

"I mean, our pets are like family, right? I just don't understand people who are willing to pay $3,000 a year for car repair, but who will not do the same for their cat or dog."

"Sure it's expensive. But you would get all these tests for yourself, or for your son or daughter, right?"

And so it goes.

The customers practically tee themselves up to be ripped off because so often their relationship with their cat or dog really is their primary emotional connection to any other living thing on the planet. No husband? No kids? Aged widow? Perfect!

And so the table is set.

The veterinarian, or the pure-positive dog trainer, presents as someone who understands and who is a fellow member of the tribe of Deep Emotional Attachment to a pet. Sure this person is really nothing more than a profiteer engaged in the psychological manipulation of his or her vulnerable mark. Of course. But you cannot fault them, can you? Birds got to fly, grifters got to grift.

And so the selling pitch is all about working the emotional connection. It's not about a discrete medical or training problem that can be fixed by straight-forward fee-for-service work. "That's not how we are thinking about pets these days" you may be told. You want to be modern right? Well, of course you do!

And so, to demonstrate you care about your pet, and in order to win the approval of this fellow member of the Tribe of the Special Pet Relationship who is your friend, you now need to shell out money without meter and to not ask too many questions about what you are getting for it.

"Yes, pets ARE expensive" you will be told if you hesitate for even a second.

"The good news is that we sell pet insurance which you can buy for your next dog or cat!"

And so it goes.

In the end it's not so very different from coffin sales grifters who tell you, right at the top of their pitch, that "of course you want what is best for Grandma Lucille."

Then, without missing a beat, they point you to a $10,000 dollar casket and a $10,000 dollar funeral service and, feeling guilty because you did not call Grandma Lucille very much that last year (or spend enough time walking and throwing the ball for your dog) you fold like a dish towel. The hook is in, and the grift is on. You have been taken like the pigeon you always were.

If it's all been done well, you tell everyone that the only reason Tricky Woo is even alive today is because of that nice veterinarian who made you feel so good and noble about yourself as they quietly lifted your wallet, price-gouged you, and sold you a plate of medically unnecessary services.

And if Tricky Woo died?

No problem. The modern veterinarian knows you will be getting another pet within a month or two, and so a nice condolence card will come in the mail expressing deep sympathy for your recent loss.

Don't worry, that card isn't free; they'll charge you an extra $200 for it when you come in for that first "well puppy checkup" with the new dog.

"Oh, you got 12-week old Nestor from the pound? We must do a heartworm check and a Lyme test too just to make sure... in case. You wouldn't want to risk anything, would you?"

And so it goes.

Birds got to fly. Grifters got to grift.

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This is the reality and the ignorant idealists are putting Familys' and Animals at such risk.

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Tune in to brilliant Dog Trainer Gaz Jackson

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03/08/2024

Swan Valley Koolies will announce shortly when they will produce "Best in Show"

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02/08/2024

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02/08/2024

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HISTORY OF THE AUSTRALIAN KOOLIE (Wikipedia) The Koolie's ancestors were the smooth coated blue merle Collie (imported from Britain in the 19th century) and the Black and Tan Collie from the Highlands of Scotland; these were the same type imported by Thomas Hall for the creation of his Heelers. The Koolie is believed to be descended from the same Collie types that were brought to Australia for the kennels of Thomas S. Hall (an originator of the Australian Cattle Dog breed); some believe that they could be direct descendants of Hall's dogs. While some believe the 'German Coolie' to be descended from the 'German Tiger', a European herding dog, there is no genetic or even anecdotal evidence to support this claim. A more plausible theory is that these dogs were used by German immigrants in South Australia who, unable to correctly pronounce 'collie', referred to the dogs as 'coolies'. Others have noted strong similarities with the Australian Koolie and the Welsh Collie, another British herding subtype. According to older Koolie breeders personal records, from diaries and photo albums the Koolie has been around for over 160 years.[citation needed] During the industrial era some bloodlines were influenced by Kelpie and Border Collie, as explained by one grazier in Western Australia, "You bred from the good workers which were around and Koolies were not always to be found, so you bred to the next best worker that was and this was either the Kelpie or Border depending on the region you lived and the stock you worked". In 2000, the Koolie Club of Australia was formed to preserve, protect and ethically promote the Koolie breed. The Koolie Club does not actively work towards bench standard recognition, feeling this would only be detrimental to the breeds working future. As of (2013), no bench standard exists. In 2004, the Koolie breed was recognised by the Australian Sporting Registrar, judges from the Australian National Kennel Council (ANKC) may judge Koolies in all ANKC sanctioned sporting trials. In the states of Victoria, New South Wales, and Queensland, registered Koolies may compete in, herding, obedience, tracking, jumping, gambles and dog agility events through registration on their State's Sporting Register as members of the Koolie Club of Australia. Solid Tri, short coat USA import In May 2006, the Stockdog Committee of the Australian Shepherd Club of America[2] voted to accept the "Koolie/German Coolie" into their list of recognised and accepted herding breeds, admission was granted June 2006. In 2006, The American Herding Breed Association accepted the Australian Koolie onto their list of recognised and accepted breeds. EXPORTS In 2002, the first exportation to America of a registered DNA tested Koolie were orchestrated by members of the Koolie Club of Australia, for Ms Torry Lynn Revels of North Carolina, USA. In 2003, at the Koolie Club of Australia's Annual General meeting a unanimous vote was returned to appoint Ms Revels the clubs official representative in America, Ms Revels was instrumental in gaining acceptance of the Australian Koolie to the recognised breeds lists of the American Herding Breed Association and the Australian Shepherd Club of America in order to gain qualifying scores in herding trials. In 2008, the first exportation to New Zealand of a registered DNA tested Koolie were orchestrated by members of the Koolie Club of Australia, for Ms Penny Nalders of Wellington, New Zealand. In 2008, the first exportation to Finland of registered DNA tested Koolies were orchestrated by members of the Koolie Club of Australia, for Ms Sinikka Kumpusalmi of Vehmersalmi, and Mrs Satu Tasanen of Honkilahti, Finland. In 2011, the first exportation to Switzerland of registered DNA tested Koolies were orchestrated by members of the Koolie Club of Australia, for Ms Brigitt Stirnimann of Aarwangen, Switzerland. The Koolie is as diverse as the country it originates from, Australia. In the north of Queensland and New South Wales they are tall, medium b***d and agile, bred for mustering Simmental cattle and Brahma over many miles. In The Hunter Valley region and Snowy Mountains of New South Wales, they're thicker set and shorter to flush low lying cattle from the dense bush and gullies. In Victoria, one finds the smallest variety of the Koolie. Koolies are bred to meet the needs of the stockman, grazier and farmer, all agile, all with the same ability to adapt to any situation, all with a strong willingness drive. The Koolie vary from 40 to 60 centimetres (16 to 24 in) in size and are a contrast of coat, colour and body type, although they are merled coat pattern. The solid red or black Koolie are often mistaken for Kelpies, and some bi coloured Koolie have been taken for Border Collies by the general public, rarely if ever by breeders. As all of these breeds share Collie ancestry, they resemble each other. COAT Solid Red & Red Merle short coat mustering cattle The Koolie coat ranges from short/smooth (like that of the original blue merle Collies from Scotland) short (like a working Kelpie) medium and not common long (like the show Border Collie). Koolies are typically slightly longer than tall. The majority of owners prefer the short/smooth coats as they do not pick up grass seed, and are very easy to maintain, with the occasional swim to keep the coat glossy and free of parasites. COLOURING Koolie colours can be solid (all one colour black or red/chocolate this includes Koolie who are cryptic merle: carry the merle gene but do not display it obviously) "bi" (black & white or red & white) "tri" (solid red or black, with white markings, normally with brown points), or "tri merle" (same description but merle) "merle" (grey, black,red/chocolate or white undercoat with large splashes of darker colourings of red/chocolate for red merles or black, grey for blue merles). Black Koolies will commonly have a black nose with black eyes, or tones of black including blue. Red or chocolate Koolies will commonly have a red or chocolate nose with brown eyes, or tones of brown, including yellow, and there can be combinations of both black or brown with the added blue eye/s. There are also dilute colours of slate or gun metal grey for black Koolies and fawn for Red Koolies. Also there is a yellow or cream colour created by the E,loci which is a masking gene and covers a red/chocolate Koolie to make it appear yellow/cream, this gene will also cover any merle, so it's advised that great care be taken and DNA done to discover if the E,loci is present before breeding. The same advice is given with relations to the dilute gene. TEMPERAMENT Blue merle short coat heading sheep Graziers, stockmen and dairy farmers across Australia since days long past have typically selected breeds which display the abilities required to meet their working needs. The temperament found in a Koolie is a culmination of these much sought-after abilities. The optimal worker possesses a combination of working skills and bonding temperament. There are times when an uninitiated dog owner or a new enthusiast mistakes the Koolie as a shy, reserved or even a timid animal. The Koolie's temperament needs to be understood in proper context when one seeks an optimal match of skills and demeanour. Koolies are intelligent animals, and the most experienced handlers know well that they need guidance in training. A steady and supportive approach will be productive, proving the Koolie's adaptability in diverse situations when given time. Owners will be rewarded through the Koolie's diligence in varied roles such as in work situations, sporting activities, loyal service or the time honoured role of companionship. Known to be patient, temperate, dedicated, with a strong sense of willingness and devotion; the Koolie is not naturally aggressive but can demonstrate dominance. They show an untiring enthusiasm for work and an admirable hardiness when the job or circumstance requires. HEALTH blue merle-smooth coat-In Agility The median longevity of Koolies is about 18 years, which is a typical lifespan for this breed. Koolies have a diverse gene pool and so do not suffer from the many genetic problems found in recognised breeds, but the merle for which the Koolie is most recognised by can and does produce white blind and or deaf pups. It is highly recommended that when considering breeding, that matings of merle to solid are the safest option (Wikipedia 2017)