Australian National Kennel Council

Dog Breeds Each breed has its own unique temperament, appearance, activity level and set of needs.

Find a Breeder Looking for a purebred puppy? Find your nearest Dogs Australia registered pure bred dog breeder.

From getting a dog to keeping them happy, we have you covered.

Dogs Australia is the new face of the Australian National Kennel Council. From getting the right advice for the breed you love, to exploring one of our 17 different sports for dogs - Dogs Australia is a not for profit community based organisation committed to supporting and bringing out the best in dogs and their owners .

Follow the three Rs to find the right dog for you: the right time, the right dog and the right breeder.

With 200 breeds to choose from, finding the right one can be difficult. Use our breed matcher to learn which breeds are best for you and your lifestyle.

Ready to buy a dog? Connect with a Dogs Australia Registered Breeder in your state or territory.

Build a strong relationship with your dog with one of the 17 Dogs Australia dog sports designed to harness the natural instincts of every breed.

Dogs Australia is a not-for-profit organisation advocating for the preservation of purebred dogs through ethical breeding. It champions the highest standard of animal welfare through education and fostering dog-loving communities. Internationally recognised and established in 1958 as the Australian National Kennel Council (ANKC), the organisation promotes responsible dog ownership; maintains the ORCHID* heritable canine diseases database; funds research into canine diseases; and supports state and territory-based member bodies. Dogs Australia promotes breed conformation shows and community sports for dogs that fulfil a breed’s natural instincts.