Established in 2018, the British Association of True Working Kelpies (BATWK) is a not-for-profit organisation founded by a group of like-minded individuals with a shared passion for preserving and promoting the Australian Working Kelpie throughout the United Kingdom and Ireland.

Our aim is to protect the quality and integrity of the Working Kelpie, ensuring the breed continues to be recognised for what it has always been – an exceptional, versatile stock working dog. We are committed to preserving genuine working bloodlines while supporting responsible breeding practices that place health, temperament and working ability at the heart of every decision.

Health is a key focus for BATWK. Through our registration database, members can record health test results alongside pedigree information, helping breeders make informed decisions and safeguarding the future health and longevity of the breed.

From the Highlands and Islands of Scotland to the Welsh hills, across the Yorkshire Dales, throughout the Midlands and Southern England, and across the farms of Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland, Working Kelpies continue to prove themselves as invaluable partners to livestock farmers in every type of terrain and farming system.

Our members demonstrate every day just how adaptable the Australian Working Kelpie is, confidently handling everything from small groups of sheep to large commercial flocks and cattle enterprises with intelligence, endurance and independence.

Whether you already own a Working Kelpie, are looking to become a member, or simply want to learn more about this remarkable breed, we invite you to explore our website. To see Working Kelpies in action, visit our Facebook group and discover why so many livestock farmers choose the Australian Working Kelpie as an indispensable member of their team.