The Patterdale Terrier Club of America (PTCA) is dedicated to preserving, promoting, and protecting the true working Patterdale Terrier. As the first official registry and the most comprehensive database for the breed worldwide, the PTCA serves as an international authority relied upon by fanciers, breeders, and working terriermen across the globe.
Our mission is to:
• Preserve and Promote the Working Standard Worldwide
We uphold the traditional working qualities that define the Patterdale Terrier, providing education and guidance to owners, enthusiasts, and hunters throughout the world. The PTCA supports responsible working practices and encourages all fanciers—whether new or experienced—to engage with the breed’s true purpose.
• Build a Global, Inclusive Community
Our membership spans continents, uniting pet owners, sporting enthusiasts, international working terriermen, and breeders under one community. By offering resources, events, and educational material accessible worldwide, the PTCA creates opportunities for everyone to connect to the breed in meaningful ways.
• Document the Breed Accurately and Authentically
As the first registry established for the Patterdale Terrier, the PTCA is committed to maintaining the most accurate and historically grounded database of pedigrees, working accomplishments, foundational bloodlines, and breeder records. This documentation protects the authenticity of the breed and supports responsible breeding decisions across the world.
• Uphold Ethical Stewardship of the Breed
Through sanctioned events, field certifications, international collaborations, and community-driven programs, the PTCA promotes responsible handling, honest representation, and practices that strengthen the breed’s long-term health, function, and purpose.
• Safeguard the Future of the Patterdale Terrier Globally
The PTCA works to ensure every Patterdale Terrier—whether working underground, competing in sporting events, assisting in conservation, or living as a companion—has the opportunity to contribute to the preservation of the breed’s heritage and working identity.
