Height
3 meters
Year Built
1998
Address
Main Street, Mukinbudin, WA 6479
The Lowdown
The Big Dog at Mukinbudin celebrates the loyal working dogs that have been essential partners to farmers across Australia's Wheatbelt for generations. This oversized kelpie or working dog statue honors the faithful canines that muster sheep, guard properties, and provide companionship to farming families in remote areas. Without working dogs, Australian farming would have been vastly more difficult, and the Big Dog recognizes their irreplaceable contribution to rural life. Standing in this small Wheatbelt town, the statue is a heartfelt tribute to man's best friend.
Did you know?
"A good working dog is invaluable to farmers"
History
Working dogs have been essential to Australian farming since European settlement. The Big Dog was created to honor these loyal animals that helped farmers manage vast properties in challenging conditions.
More Fun Facts
- •Australian Kelpies can work in extreme heat
- •Working dogs can manage thousands of sheep
- •The breed was developed in Australia
- •Dogs have been farming partners for 200 years
- •A good working dog is invaluable to farmers
Visiting Tips
- 💡The Wheatbelt has spectacular spring wildflowers
- 💡Mukinbudin has a small museum
- 💡Stock up on supplies - towns are far apart
- 💡Wave Rock is accessible from here
- 💡Experience authentic rural Australia
Opening Hours
Outdoor sculpture accessible at all times.
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