Kelpie
noun
A type of parentless dog that usually herds livestock.
The farmer trained his kelpie to manage the sheep in the field.
Often appears as...
- australian kelpie
- working kelpie
noun
A creature from Scottish folklore that lives in the water.
The kelpie would lure travelers away with its beautiful songs.
Often appears as...
- water kelpie
- loch kelpie
Usage tips
Literary,Folksy
noun
A type of parentless dog that usually herds livestock.
The farmer trained his kelpie to manage the sheep in the field.
Often appears as...
- australian kelpie
- working kelpie
noun
A creature from Scottish folklore that lives in the water.
The kelpie would lure travelers away with its beautiful songs.
Often appears as...
- water kelpie
- loch kelpie
Usage tips
Literary,Folksy
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Breed Origin
Remember the Australian origin when discussing this type of dog.
The Australian kelpie has a legendary status among herding dogs.
Pro Tip 2/3Functionality
Kelpies are known for working; associate them with tasks.
A kelpie is indispensable on a livestock farm.
Pro Tip 3/3Not a Pet Debate
Be aware kelpies are often not just pets; they're skilled laborers.
Kelpies are more than pets, they're proficient workers.
Pro Tip 1/3Breed Origin
Remember the Australian origin when discussing this type of dog.
The Australian kelpie has a legendary status among herding dogs.
Pro Tip 2/3Functionality
Kelpies are known for working; associate them with tasks.
A kelpie is indispensable on a livestock farm.
Pro Tip 3/3Not a Pet Debate
Be aware kelpies are often not just pets; they're skilled laborers.
Kelpies are more than pets, they're proficient workers.
Pro Tip 1/3Breed Origin
Remember the Australian origin when discussing this type of dog.
The Australian kelpie has a legendary status among herding dogs.
Pro Tip 2/3Functionality
Kelpies are known for working; associate them with tasks.
A kelpie is indispensable on a livestock farm.
Pro Tip 3/3Not a Pet Debate
Be aware kelpies are often not just pets; they're skilled laborers.
Kelpies are more than pets, they're proficient workers.
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