Muster Dogs

Joe Spicer and Neil McDonald play matchmaker for five sweet, energetic kelpies.

As the assessment approaches, the handlers test different ways of connecting with their pups.

The pups have strong bonds with their handlers; they learn how to herd livestock.

With the year now completed, the kelpie siblings reunite for their final herding test.

Debbie and Snip are the parents of a newborn litter of pups in Goondy Creek, NSW.

The five-month assessment looms, and the handlers struggle to dedicate focused time to their pups.

At seven months, the pups have a strong bond with their handlers; they also face more tests.

At 10 months, the dogs hit puberty and star to show some teenage rebelliousness; a pup falls ill.

The Australian border collie siblings face their final challenge after the 12-month experiment.