WHAT TO CONSIDER WHEN PURCHASING A KELPIE?

1. Think about what type of dog you would like. There are many different styles of Kelpie, and it is important you get one which suits you. Will you be mainly doing paddock or pen work, or would you require a mix? Any good breeder should be able to tell you the working styles of the genetic lines.

2. Ask to see the parents working. The importance of this is not to be underestimated. It is easy to make a dog look good on a photo or video! Purchasing from someone who does not work their dogs regularly, can sometimes mean that health issues are hidden and not as obvious as they would be if the dog was worked regularly.

3. Use the BATWK dog registry and database to see if the parents are registered, and if they have been health tested or any other breeding history.

4. Not all good dogs are historically registered with the WKC, many of the best dogs are not! Get in touch with BATWK to find out more about the history of the breeding lines of the dog.

5. Price does not necessarily determine the quality of a dog. Many of those who breed good dogs, breed for their own needs, and not necessarily for profit.

6. Ask on the BATWK facebook group for recommendations for breeders - the best advertising is done by satisfied customers!