SALES INFORMATION

All our Australian Kelpie puppies bred at the Noonbarra Kelpie Stud get the very best in individual attention, handling, socialising and training. Important too are diet and health issues such as regular worming at 2 weeks, 4 weeks, 6 weeks and 8 weeks of age, vaccinations including Parvo Virus, Distemper, Hepatitis and veterinary examination of each pup. Each puppy is also Microchipped. Some years we only breed a very small number of puppies and often we have months without any puppies, so bookings are extremely important. We still like to keep it as an all family run Stud.

The Bilson family has been involved in breeding & training Kelpies for just over 100 years and over many decades of breeding with three generations of our family, we have bred thousands of high class Kelpies over the last century and this puts us in a unique position that very few breeders can lay claim to. Our Noonbarra Kelpie bloodlines are highly regarded throughout Australia and around the World and our dogs today trace strongly back to the great Kalari Basil and Kalari Joker (with more infusions than any other bloodline in Australia) and then the lines trace directly further back to the legendary Coil and to all of the very first great Kelpies of the mid 1800's. All our Kelpie puppies are guaranteed 100% to work by 8 months of age. (WKC Guarantee plus health guarantee). Please always book ahead as there is often a waiting period to get one of our Noonbarra Kelpies. You must book with a $150 deposit (non-refundable) if you are serious about getting one of our puppies. See information on deposits below. All our Kelpies are registered with the Working Kelpie Council of Australia.

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INFORMATION ABOUT BOOKING A KELPIE PUPPY AND DEPOSITS.

KELPIE LITTER DUE - NOW LIKELY SOLD OUT!

Noonbarra Dave - Noonbarra Honey

Pups due to be born in late February 2021.

This litter has only just been listed but we have already got a lot of bookings so anyone interested will have to go on reserve list. However lately customers have had to change their plans many times. Especially interstate customers so nothing is certain. We expect another litter in April and maybe also May. We don't usually breed during the colder months so after those litters we'll probably looking at around December.

This is a lovely litter and we and it's a repeated mating. This is the third time Honey has been mated to our wonderful sire, Noonbarra Dave. We have had many magnificent puppies in the past. However, this will be Honey's last litter and she will be retired from breeding then and only kept as a companion and worker.

Because we are a long running breeding Stud we have the advantage of knowing what grandparents and even great grandparents were like and we can apply that to our understanding of what to expect from litters. Both Dave and Honey were happy, easy going puppies themselves and that is very important as it indicates that their puppies will be similar. Noonbarra Dave has of course produced many pups for us and he has a fantastic reputation as an amazing sire. Honey is by our superb sire, Noonbarra Brock so we are talking exceptional bloodlines here. Her grandfather was the great Noonbarra Jackaroo.

Honey is a friendly, easy going type of dog. Not much bothers her. She is a smaller size and looks and acts a lot like her sire, Noonbarra Brock. She loves to come into the house, she's very affectionate and settles well. She has a great sense of smell so her pups would be a good choice for anyone wanting to do tracking or search and rescue training. She travels well in a car and walks nicely on a lead. She's the type of dog that wants to be with you and loves pats.

Noonbarra Dave hardly needs any introduction. Customers love him and many that already have his offspring are now asking for a second Dave pup or a Dave pup for friends and relatives. Dave is a dark coated, friendly, outgoing type of dog. Like Honey, he is affectionate, loves to go into town in the car and enjoys sitting at a cafe watching the passing parade of people. Of course, many stop to give him a pat, which he enjoys.

This mix of these two parents should give us a lovely natured puppies that are ideal for families and children. They will like to be involved in their owner's activities. We expect a reasonable degree of confidence and a better than average adaptability to new situations. Nice affectionate dogs that are very friendly and have a happy disposition.



Honey as a puppy finding the perfect toy


It's hard to find a comfortable spot outside that's close to us - That's the office window!

PRICES FOR 8 WEEK OLD PUPPIES FROM THIS LITTER

These Kelpie Puppies ... $1800

See puppy training packages and additional customer information

SECURE BOOKINGS WILL BE HELD ON $150 DEPOSIT.

Price include all vaccinations against serious dog diseases, Parvo/Distemper and Hepatitis. These puppies will also be Microchipped. They will be Vet checked, given regular worming, registration in National Stud Book for Purebred Working Kelpies. Each puppy will also have a Noonbarra Dog folder and Kelpie information. Every puppy is crate trained too.

Noonbarra Dave enjoying TV with us.

All our pups are registered, vaccinated, wormed and microchipped. Puppy price include all vaccinations against serious dog diseases, Parvo/Distemper and Hepatitis. These puppies will also be Microchipped. They will be Vet checked, given regular worming, registration with W.K.C. in National Stud Book for Purebred Working Kelpies. You will also be given a special Noonbarra Dog folder with Kelpie information, pictures of your puppy's parents, grandparents, training tips etc.

We want each puppy to be the best possible match for their lifestyle and situation. Firstly we work out which litter would best suit and than we do a lot of evaluating of each individual puppy. So, for example, we would match a different dog to a retired couple who are home 24/7 than we would for a young bloke who is very active and needs a running partner or for someone doing dog sports or maybe someone needing a strong willed cattle worker compared to someone with three little kids looking for a soft natured affectionate family dog. Click here to read more on how we evaluate each puppy

All our pups get the best start to life here at the Noonbarra Stud. We think happy, healthy puppies are more likely to be easier to train, are better bonded to their owners and it helps to make them happy, well adjusted adults. We even have a basic puppy training program which includes socialising, exposure to noise, car travel and the beginnings of learning good manners and basic obedience. It also includes (very importantly) comprehensive day by day crate training sessions for each puppy. This is an incredible advantage for our customers. There is a page outlining this training on our website and much more detailed information in our book 'Kelpie Basics'. Click here for more about crate training.

Early socialising and handling of puppies makes it all so much easier for our customers. We often have a puppy or two in side on the lounge with us at night watching TV. Our mothers have the highest degree of nutrition when pregnant and after they whelp, so pups are very healthy and Mum is easily able to look after them with no stress.

We handle each puppy day by day, so they get used to human touch and we start to supplemental feed the puppies at 3 weeks of age. They also undergo a full worming program with a Veterinary supplied Fenbendazole based medication, all are carefully checked over by a Vet and each puppy is microchipped and vaccinated against major diseases, so you get the healthiest pup possible. They are well socialised right from the start and that makes them so much easier to handle and train for our customers. It also gives each puppy a strong connection to humans and makes them more affectionate and helps to build a better bond between you.

Noonbarra Honey

SECURE BOOKINGS WILL BE HELD ON $100 DEPOSIT.

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LITTER DUE
NOONBARRA BEN - NOONBARRA AMY II
All pups are Red & Tan in colour
Due to be born in late March 2021

PRICES FOR PUPPIES FROM THIS LITTER

These Kelpie Puppies ... $1800
(INCLUDES BASIC TRAINING AND ALL VACCINATIONS AS WELL AS MICROCHIPPING)

Ben is a wonderful young sire for us. Ben's dad is Noonbarra Dave who has already made his mark as a top level sire for us and is very popular with our customers. Ben is very similar in both looks and personality. He is a friendly and a happy easy going type of dog. He loves to be around you and involved with what you are doing. He was a wonderful dog right from a small puppy and easy to train. He has a has a sense of play and fun and always happy. Ben is also a very clever dog and learns quickly.

We think he's a very handsome Kelpie and we often gets comments at cafes etc. when we take him into town. People love patting him. Ben, just like his dad, Dave, was so easy to train as a puppy and is the type of dog that people enjoy having around. He's the type that wants to please. He travels well in a car and makes a first class companion dog.
He works on sheep very nicely and can handle stubborn sheep. Good presence in the stockyards. Lovely point of balance and will come in when needed. Good work taking sheep off rails, fences etc. Loves running with the Ag bike and gets along with other dogs. He's a great dog in the house and settles well. Usually curls up in a dog bed or on the lounge. We also take him into town every now and then and he is perfectly behaved at cafes etc. In the car you wouldn't even know he was there. He has that loyal, faithful nature that we like in all our dogs and gets along with other dogs and animals.

Amy is a very sweet little Kelpie. Probably one of the gentlest Kelpies we have. Very affectionate and a happy dog. She is a fantastic mother and loves puppies. She is a good dog indoors or out at the kennels. Gets along well with other dogs. Travels well in a car. Amy has a soft nature and is a wonderful dog to have around. The combination with Ben should be something quite special. We are looking forward to this upcoming litter.

Noonbarra Amy with one of Bonnie's puppies

Ben's dad, Noonbarra Dave (when he was a puppy) at a cafe with a friend of ours.

Noonbarra Ben

Noonbarra Amy with a puppy

Price include all vaccinations against serious dog diseases, Parvo/Distemper and Hepatitis. These puppies will also be Microchipped. They will be Vet checked, given regular worming, registration with W.K.C. in National Stud Book for Purebred Working Kelpies, also have a Noonbarra Dog folder and Kelpie information.

We want each puppy to be the best possible match for their lifestyle and situation. Firstly we work out which litter would best suit and than we do a lot of evaluating of each individual puppy. So, for example, we would match a different dog to a retired couple who are home 24/7 than we would for a young bloke who is very active and needs a running partner or for someone doing dog sports or maybe someone needing a strong willed cattle worker compared to someone with three little kids looking for a soft natured affectionate family dog. Click here to read more on how we evaluate each puppy

All our pups get the best start to life here at the Noonbarra Stud. We think happy, healthy puppies are more likely to be easier to train, are better bonded to their owners and it helps to make them happy, well adjusted adults. We even have a basic puppy training program which includes socialising, exposure to noise, car travel and the beginnings of learning good manners and basic obedience. It also includes (very importantly) comprehensive day by day crate training sessions for each puppy. This is an incredible advantage for our customers. There is a page outlining this training on our website and much more detailed information in our book 'Kelpie Basics'. Click here for more about crate training.

Early socialising and handling of puppies makes it all so much easier for our customers. We often have a puppy or two in side on the lounge with us at night watching TV. Our mothers have the highest degree of nutrition when pregnant and after they whelp, so pups are very healthy and Mum is easily able to look after them with no stress.

We handle each puppy day by day, so they get used to human touch and we start to supplemental feed the puppies at 3 weeks of age. They also undergo a full worming program with a Veterinary supplied Fenbendazole based medication, all are carefully checked over by a Vet and each puppy is microchipped and vaccinated against major diseases, so you get the healthiest pup possible. They are well socialised right from the start and that makes them so much easier to handle and train for our customers. It also gives each puppy a strong connection to humans and makes them more affectionate and helps to build a better bond between you.

Noonbarra Amy playing with puppies

Noonbarra Amy

KELPIE PUPPY LITTER EXPECTED
We are hopeful this proposed upcoming litter should be done in March and then due to be born around May 2021
We actually expect a couple of our breeding females to be in season any day now so hopefully there will be more than one litter due at that time. This is one of the proposed litters this year.
NOONBARRA JIM - NOONBARRA ELLIE
All pups will be Red & Tan in colour
Kelpie puppies at 8 weeks of age : $1800

This breeding is an excellent combination. Both parents are gentle and kind natured. We expect medium sized offspring.

Jim is one of our favourite dogs. A great little mate. Jim has given us some absolutely fantastic puppies in recent times and we have a lot of customers that will only have his pups. He has great breeding. His dad is Noonbarra Ben VIII and his mother is Noonbarra Tammy. Goes back to Noonbarra Jackaroo, Kamileroy Queen and Futura Ned.
His work on sheep is back to the wonderful old styles we started with. Mostly open paddock with beautiful point of balance, style and walk in. Jim is one of our favourite dogs.

Noonbarra Jim is one of our older sires and has been outstanding over the years and often requested by customers. He is one of our best dogs and has a very laid back, easy going personality. Excellent house dog or travelling. Ideal at cafes, dog park etc. Likes to be with you. A very calm dog. He is getting older and this will be one of his last litters.

He walks beautifully on a lead and just moves along smoothly by your side. You hardly know he is there. Sometimes you forget you have a dog on the lead. He is also a wonderful dog to go places with. We often take him into town with us and if we stop at a cafe for coffee, he comes along and is perfectly behaved. He just tucks up under our chair and often even the waitress doesn't know we even have a dog. People are always impressed.

He is probably one of the calmest and gentlest of our dogs. He tends to put quite a bit of his special traits into his pups. We have used him over a lot of different females including those owned by other people. We have Noonbarra Jillaroo, Molly, Rosie and Becky in the Stud by him. His pups are always very popular.

The mix of these two parents should give us a slightly more gentle type of puppy. Almost certainly this litter will produce smaller Kelpies who are intelligent, easy to train and affectionate.
Noonbarra Ellie is a pretty little female and has a friendly, happy personality. She too has outstanding natural talent on sheep. She is easy to train and likes to please. She has a very high degree of inherited natural ability. Beautiful smooth work and a real joy to work. Keeps sheep calm and settled and moving along at a nice walk without stress.

Ellie is always a happy little dog. A really lovely dog to own. Good in the house and not too excitable. She has a faithful nature and makes an ideal companion. She can be incredibly fast and agile with excellent stamina. So this could be a good litter for someone wanting a first class Kelpie for dog sports too. This is Ellie's 2nd litter to Noonbarra Jim. We had glowing reports from the previous one. The combination of these two dogs should give us something quite special, both in terms of temperament and working ability.

We take our breeding program very seriously and over many decades of professional breeding we have a huge practical and first-hand knowledge base about these bloodlines going back many generations and that combined with detailed pedigree information, related litters and our detailed evaluation sessions means that each customer gets the very best puppy to suit them in terms of behaviour, personality and abilities.

Noonbarra Ellie

PRICES FOR 8 WEEK OLD PUPPIES FROM THIS LITTER

These Kelpie Puppies ... $1800

SECURE BOOKINGS WILL BE HELD ON $150 DEPOSIT.

Price includes over a week of crate training and some basic puppy training. Price also includes all vaccinations against serious dog diseases, Parvo/Distemper and Hepatitis. These puppies will also be Microchipped. They will be Vet checked, given regular worming, registration in National Stud Book for Purebred Working Kelpies, also have a Noonbarra Dog folder and Kelpie information.

Noonbarra Jim

Noonbarra Ellie at work - "She's a very happy dog"

Noonbarra Jim completely relaxed at a cafe

All our pups are registered, vaccinated, wormed and microchipped. Puppy price include all vaccinations against serious dog diseases, Parvo/Distemper and Hepatitis. These puppies will also be Microchipped. They will be Vet checked, given regular worming, registration with W.K.C. in National Stud Book for Purebred Working Kelpies. You will also be given a special Noonbarra Dog folder with Kelpie information, pictures of your puppy's parents, grandparents, training tips etc.

We want each puppy to be the best possible match for their lifestyle and situation. Firstly we work out which litter would best suit and than we do a lot of evaluating of each individual puppy. So, for example, we would match a different dog to a retired couple who are home 24/7 than we would for a young bloke who is very active and needs a running partner or for someone doing dog sports or maybe someone needing a strong willed cattle worker compared to someone with three little kids looking for a soft natured affectionate family dog. Click here to read more on how we evaluate each puppy

All our pups get the best start to life here at the Noonbarra Stud. We think happy, healthy puppies are more likely to be easier to train, are better bonded to their owners and it helps to make them happy, well adjusted adults. We even have a basic puppy training program which includes socialising, exposure to noise, car travel and the beginnings of learning good manners and basic obedience. It also includes (very importantly) comprehensive day by day crate training sessions for each puppy. This is an incredible advantage for our customers. There is a page outlining this training on our website and much more detailed information in our book 'Kelpie Basics'. Click here for more about crate training.

Early socialising and handling of puppies makes it all so much easier for our customers. We often have a puppy or two in side on the lounge with us at night watching TV. Our mothers have the highest degree of nutrition when pregnant and after they whelp, so pups are very healthy and Mum is easily able to look after them with no stress.

We handle each puppy day by day, so they get used to human touch and we start to supplemental feed the puppies at 3 weeks of age. They also undergo a full worming program with a Veterinary supplied Fenbendazole based medication, all are carefully checked over by a Vet and each puppy is microchipped and vaccinated against major diseases, so you get the healthiest pup possible. They are well socialised right from the start and that makes them so much easier to handle and train for our customers. It also gives each puppy a strong connection to humans and makes them more affectionate and helps to build a better bond between you.

SECURE BOOKINGS WILL BE HELD ON $150 DEPOSIT.

PRICES FOR 8 WEEK OLD PUPPIES FROM THIS LITTER

These Kelpie Puppies ... $1800    (pickup price)

See puppy training packages & additional customer information

KELPIE PUPPY PRICING

Prices listed here for Kelpie puppies are for 8 week old pups only.

Pricing for our Noonbarra Stud Kelpie puppies : $1800.

We prefer our Kelpie puppies to go to their new homes around 8 weeks. This is the perfect age. This allows the customer to have the puppy when they are at their most dependent. We want the puppy to fit in well with their new home and owner.

If you need us to hold a pup for you longer than the standard 8 weeks, we charge an additional $100 to hold one week. We can only do this when we have enough time to be able to devote to the puppy. The period from 8 weeks is the most important in a pups life and it's when they learn a lot. As we usually have a number of puppies and lots of adults to look after, it's difficult to give one puppy the one-on-one attention that an owner can give. Except in exceptional circumstances we usually do not hold puppies more than 10 weeks of age. If you cannot take a puppy at 8 - 9 weeks of age then let us know within 24 hrs of us notifying you of a puppy and we can cancel that booking and look at a future litter. If you do not notify us then you will forfeit your deposit.

Sometimes when we are not busy and can devote enough time to raising a pup a bit longer we do sell pups over 3 months of age. Cost is around $2200 - $2600. This includes another set of vaccinations and two or three extra worm treatments. A lot more time one-on-one is put into these older pups. So they are better crate trained and have had lead training and car travel as well as being exposed to various situations, noise, strangers etc. We also do a number of down-stay lessons and often take them to a cafe and about town.

KELPIE BASICS

This is our very popular manual designed for all Kelpie owners of every level from raw beginners through to experienced trainers. This practical Kelpie manual deals with everything involved in owning and training a Kelpie to ensure your puppy grows up to be a well mannered, obedient dog. It also works with adults too. A lifetime of experience with Kelpies is in this book.

The book is not about how to train Kelpies on sheep or cattle but this foundation training is important for all dogs! It deals with general obedience training, socialising your Kelpie, feeding, crating, toilet training, preventing problem behaviour in your Kelpie, dominance issues, understanding your Kelpie, Kelpies and car travel, bathing, digging holes, stealing food, walking your Kelpie on a lead, coming when called... and much more.

Over 100 large pages of information.

Click here for more Kelpie Basics details

CRATE TRAINING

This specialised training is a huge plus for you and your puppy. It is now included at no extra charge with every Noonbarra puppy sold. This training package is for crate training your puppy before you get him. This is to help your puppy sleep in a crate at night, in your home, with minimum or no disruption to your sleep. This training usually takes between 4 and 6 days. To prepare your puppy we first introduce a number of puppies together and gradually get down to the puppy in the crate on his own an for extended periods including a couple of overnight sessions. Puppies are usually ready to go by 8 weeks of age. This is designed to get your puppy off to a great start and to learn to be relaxed and comfortable at night in a crate.

We do a number of days and overnight training of your puppy to accept and be comfortable when confined to a crate. Most see this as their own special den and will go in of their own accord. This is a great help to all customers but it is essential to any pup being transported by plane to their destination. [See info below]. Getting your puppy started well in a crate is a big help to new puppy owners. Some people prefer to do all the training themselves and we are happy with that (unless the puppy is being flown) but for most people getting the timing right and knowing what is normal behaviour in a crate etc. can be daunting and we recommend this basic package to get them started in the right direction.

Without this training, many pups are likely to bark or howl for many hours (night after night) or even panic. We have seen pups from other breeders that haven't been trained get so panicked and upset they completely break down and need a lot of extra training just to get over the ordeal. We have seen untrained pups urinate, soil their crate or even vomit just from the stress & panic so the initial crate training should be done gradually and with lots of understanding and preferably with two or three pups together for short day periods and then the period in the crate gradually lengthened and the pup in on his own for short periods until you are able to crate overnight. We have very experienced in doing this and have crate trained hundreds of dogs including dogs from other breeders.

You have to know when a pup needs to get out to relieve himself and when he is just frustrated at being restrained. Experienced dog owners know how to do this but new dog owners can have a nightmare time of it unless the breeder does the first few days of crate training for them.

This crate training package is a 'restraint' lesson and is good foundation training and teaches your pup that YOU are the ADULT (parent/pack leader) and he must sometimes be restrained and comply to what you want. It gives him boundaries and teaches him to be able to settle. It makes him a happier dog. It also helps with toilet training.

Down-Stay training and tie up are two other important restraint lessons. Crate training stops your puppy from panicking in a crate and makes all your other training much easier. More info on how to crate train is in our book 'Kelpie Basics'. Please note that by no means can we make your puppy perfect in a crate within that short time frame. We can make the puppy accepting of the crate, not panicking and content & relaxed most of the time but most pups are not 100% happy to be restrained in a crate until they are at least 5 months of age or older. You should still expect 5 minutes of whining or protest at night for the first few nights. If you continue your pup's crate training he will absolutely love his crate just like our dogs here!

VISITING TIMES OF NOONBARRA KELPIES

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DURING COVID THE STUD IS CLOSED TO ALL VISITORS EXCEPT CUSTOMERS PICKING UP   (Special conditions such as masks & meeting outside may apply at certain times)



IMPORTANT INFO ON KELPIE DEPOSITS

IMPORTANT: You must make a booking to be considered for a puppy from an upcoming litter. We get many hundreds of calls and emails. A deposit separates the customers who are really serious about getting a Noonbarra puppy. Deposits are $150. (Non-Refundable). Once we have your deposit, you go on a special list that we continually refer to in order to match you to a great little puppy. We discuss your needs and your lifestyle and try to get you a 'perfect' match. Along with your deposit please send as much detail as possible also your phone number and address so we can discuss getting the best puppy match with you in more detail.

Deposits can be paid with Personal Cheque, Cash, Direct Deposit, Money Order.

Let us know as soon as you have made a payment as in some cases we are not informed by bank and we want to get your booking signed in as quickly as possible so you don't miss out.

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Please send cheques, money orders etc. to:
Mary and Stephen Bilson
Noonbarra Kelpie Stud

P.O. Box 1374, Orange NSW, Australia 2800

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Direct deposit is; Reference: (Your name)
Account name: Noonbarra
St. George Bank. Australia.
BSB: 112 879
Account: 0396 195 64

Our bank branch is
St. George Bank, 183 Summer Street, Orange NSW 2800 Australia (The BSB number should tell them that address)
St George Bank Head Office is St. George House 4-16 Montgomery Street, Kogarah. New South Wales, 2217. Australia.

Our Noonbarra Stud address with St George Bank is PO Box 1374, Orange, New South Wales, Australia 2800

All prices are in Australian dollars

VISITING TIMES & DEMONSTRATIONS AT NOONBARRA KELPIE STUD

LOCATION OF THE NOONBARRA STUD
Noonbarra Working Kelpie Stud

Mary and Stephen Bilson

'Bimaru', 539 Lookout Road, Mullion Creek via Orange
Postal Address: P.O. Box 1374, Orange NSW 2800, Australia
Phone: 02-6366 0499

KELPIE DEPOSIT INFORMATION (Booking a puppy)	Essential to be on waiting list

KELPIE PUPPY LITTER DUE - Noonbarra Dave - Noonbarra Honey	February 2021

KELPIE PUPPY LITTER DUE - Noonbarra Ben - Noonbarra Amy	Due: late March 2021

UPCOMING PROPOSED LITTER - NOONBARRA JIM - NOONBARRA ELLIE	Due Approx: April 2021