Huntaway Puppies for sale in Chippenham, Wiltshire

2 Huntaway Puppies for sale in Chippenham, Wiltshire

The Huntaway, also known as New Zealand Huntaway, New Zealand Sheepdog, is a New Zealand treasure, originally bred to herd large flocks of sheep without the need for a shepherd. They are known for their intelligence, reliability and trustworthiness, being friendly and even-tempered in any environment. In New Zealand, they are often referred to as "no nonsense dogs" who like to be busy.

Read our Huntaway Buying Advice page for information on this dog breed.

Huntaway Puppies For Sale

Huntaway

5 weeksAge

17Sex

£850Price

Our two working huntaways have had a beautiful litter of 9 puppies. 1 dog and 7 bitches looking for a new home. More photos available on request.

Ledbury, Herefordshire (41.7mi)

Blue merle x huntaway puppies

Huntaway & Border Collie Hybrid

12 weeksAge

24Sex

£600Price

Dogs and bitches available Have been microchipped and vet checked Ready to go now.

Salisbury, Wiltshire (30.5mi)

FAQs

What is the Huntaway dog breed?

The Huntaway is a distinctive New Zealand working dog breed, developed by crossing Border Collies with Labradors and Rottweilers, along with some influence from German Shepherds. This combination was designed to blend intelligence, stamina, size, strength, and endurance, making them well-suited for herding sheep in rough terrain.

Are Huntaways good pets?

Huntaways can be excellent pets for active owners who are able to provide plenty of exercise and mental stimulation. They are intelligent, loyal, and obedient dogs with a strong working drive for herding, so they thrive when given purposeful tasks and outdoor activities.

What is the difference between a Huntaway and an Australian Kelpie?

The key difference lies in their herding style; Australian Kelpies herd calmly and quietly using eye contact to gather stock close to the handler, while Huntaways are larger and use a loud, deep, sustained bark to drive sheep ahead or away, often managing livestock over steep and rough terrain.

Do Huntaways bark a lot?

Yes, Huntaways are known for barking frequently as it is an essential part of their herding technique. They produce loud, continuous barks with short pauses, which help drive sheep and alert their handlers, making them audible over large distances, although this can be challenging in a typical home environment.