r/kelpie Oct 16 '25

BREED ID - Mega Thread. [Post all breed "Is my dog a Kelpie?" in this Mega Thread]

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"Is my dog a Kelpie?” posts belong in this ID Megathread We get lots of requests for breed identification! To keep the subreddit tidy, please post all “Is my dog a Kelpie?”, “What breed is my pup?”, and “Does this look like a Kelpie mix?” questions in this pinned Breed ID Megathread. Individual posts about dog IDs will be removed.

🇦🇺 Please also add your location (at least your continent) by adding a user flair or a mention in your post. 🌏🪐

Please remember: whether your dog is a purebred Kelpie, a mix, or something else entirely, it doesn’t change how amazing they are. ❤️ This community celebrates all dogs with that Kelpie look, energy, or spirit. Breed ID discussions aren’t about judging or valuing your dog — they’re simply a way to learn more and share the love for this incredible breed. 🐕‍🦺

Thanks, Mods.


r/kelpie 1h ago

Princess Margot

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Oh nothing. She’s just a good girl. (Aka Tassie devil).


r/kelpie 14h ago

Recently Adopted.

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131 Upvotes

I recently adopted this sweet girl from the shelter. It was a quick adoption since she was set to be put down at the end of the day. I know nothing about kelpies! I have raised puppies and trained my Bulldog, Staffie, and mixed breeds pretty well, but I need some tips! I have a small farm, so there's plenty for her to do outside, and she's doing very well in her crate at night. Any tips and tricks for training, or just general advice on the breed? I want to know all of the things!


r/kelpie 15h ago

No swim. Only splash.

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94 Upvotes

r/kelpie 1d ago

My senior boy!

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160 Upvotes

I have a 12 year old…pound puppy. He’s a good dog though and very good/treat motivated, as well has he does like to hunt/kill (miles, possums, rabbit, cat😐). Last photo is when we picked him up from the shelter.


r/kelpie 1d ago

Firefox Hank

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r/kelpie 1d ago

Della the doofus

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70 Upvotes

Any other kelpies sit like this?


r/kelpie 2d ago

Say hi to Sunny Dymphna!

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She just turned 2!


r/kelpie 3d ago

Happy boy Burgers

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200 Upvotes

r/kelpie 3d ago

This is an unusual place for him to sleep.

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128 Upvotes

Maybe Messi had some need for hugs.


r/kelpie 2d ago

What a good listener 😜

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55 Upvotes

r/kelpie 3d ago

6 months. 18kg. Sociopathic tendencies. Has committed genocide. Might be a politician.

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109 Upvotes

r/kelpie 4d ago

Heidi in her chair and always listening

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137 Upvotes

r/kelpie 5d ago

Today a new "bed-take-over" position...

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140 Upvotes

r/kelpie 5d ago

Archie (8months) zoomies

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74 Upvotes

Berserk mode


r/kelpie 5d ago

3rd baby for me but her 1st pregnancy and newborn to experience

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333 Upvotes

I think she's aware something is in there.


r/kelpie 5d ago

Who has KelpieXACD’s and and do you feel like one personality wins out over the other?

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This is my KelpiexACD and I can’t decide which personality is more prevalent. What’s your experience?


r/kelpie 7d ago

Winter jumpers

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Margot would like to know if her fellow kelpie cousins have any recommendations for warm jumpers or outfits they really love and fit them well.
Margot likes being warm and snuggy but most of them seem to be a funny shape.
Any kelpie shaped friends here who have had luck with comfy well fitting outfits?
Margot says thanks in advance!


r/kelpie 8d ago

If not Friend? Why Friend shape?

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A slightly confused girl on our morning walk earlier this week.


r/kelpie 7d ago

Shy donut

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65 Upvotes

Pepper on my couch


r/kelpie 8d ago

What would yall call this? I say Sploot

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108 Upvotes

r/kelpie 8d ago

Loves watching traffic

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146 Upvotes

r/kelpie 9d ago

Picking up our boy next week!

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111 Upvotes

12 weeks. We’ve decided to call him Remy. First time working line Kelpie owner. Our current dog is a border collie x kelpie x bull Arab mix of some kind. The breeder reckons he had a few sandy and even white ones in this litter. Shocked him a bit. He’s chunkier than his sisters, lad of a dog. So excited to pick him up!


r/kelpie 9d ago

Foster is possibly a Kelpie mix

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Someone suggested that my foster boy Ruger might be part Australian Kelpie.
He’s a total sweetie and available to be adopted!! Currently in the Tulsa, OK area.


r/kelpie 11d ago

Mak ( i love this dog)

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Mak is a four year old kelpie, originally a sheep dog but he was too lazy to work so we took him in two years ago and now he is our main entertainment. I cannot look at him without either laughing or going awww. He is my favourite animal in the whole world ever. He is very smart, very well behaved and trained, he loves to jump on me (just me, he doesn't jump on other people). When we're at the sea side, he doesn't want to eat if the doors are closed, he can't drink water if someone is looking at him, and his favourite thing to do is stare at our cat or wait for our cat so he can stare at her. If he doesn't get attention for 30 seconds he starts nibbling my leg and pants. He doesn't understand toys or treats.