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The Guardian - AU
The Guardian - AU
Entertainment
Patrick Lenton

Muster Dogs returns – with border collies instead of kelpies: ‘It’s like comparing Holdens to Fords’

Ash the border collie, named for Ash Barty, in Muster Dogs season two
Ash the border collie, named for tennis champ Ash Barty, is one of the puppy stars of the second season of Muster Dogs. Photograph: ABC

You could say the internet has been built off the back of cute puppy videos – so a reality TV show following the journey of five working dogs on farms across Australia is a recipe for success.

But the acclaim of ABC series Muster Dogs goes far beyond just being cute – although there’s enough puppy sweetness to satisfy even the most rabid of dog lovers. Much of the appeal of the show comes from the fascinating training process; considering many of us struggle to kick our dogs out of our beds, it’s enthralling to watch puppies learn how to round up sheep, cattle, even feral goats.

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