Dogs Australia and Dogs NSW
About these governing bodies
ANKC is the ONLY pedigree purebred registration site in Australia. To 100% know that your dog is a purebred, ensure that you buy from an ANKC registered breeder. Any other 'reputable' breeding site can not 100% guarantee the pedigree of your puppy.
Fairway Creek Retrievers is a member of DOGS NSW and the ANKC (Australian National Kennel Council). The ANKC is the largest and oldest breeding organisation for purebred dog breeders (now known as Dogs Australia). As a DOGS NSW Registered Breeder, I am not permitted to sell any puppies without pedigree papers or breed any dogs that are not registered on the Main Register of the DOGS AUSTRALIA National Database. I am bound by a strict code of ethics that covers responsible dog ownership and breeder responsibilities relating to the keeping, welfare, breeding and selling of dogs. My membership with these governing bodies ensures that you will get a healthy, happy and well adjusted puppy.
Comprehensive DNA, Health Testing and Ethical Breeding
All Golden retrievers and Labrador Retrievers being used in a breeding program should have their hips and elbows tested for dysplasia, a clear eye certificate and a breed-specific DNA-based genetic test to identify the carriers of around 50 hereditary diseases and a cardiac clearance. At Fairway Creek, we test all our dogs for these genetics and ensure there is nothing indicating a health issue before we breed from them. This information is not only important for us, it is part of the necessary testing for an ANKC breeder. I expect a high level of health for all our breeding dogs and will not deviate from the standards I have set for myself. Interestingly, we can also test our Labradors for traits such as coat colour.
Why choose an ANKC breeder
Before applying for a Prefix and becoming a registered ANKC breeder, individuals must undergo thorough scrutiny. This includes a facility inspection by a DOGS NSW / DOGS AUSTRALIA representative, as well as examinations assessing knowledge in conformation, feeding, health, care, and adherence to the code of ethics of the Kennel club ethics. Failure to comply may lead to penalties and suspension from the association. Every ANKC breeder that is advertised on Dogzonline and NSW dogs as well as each individual state governing body will be bound by this code of ethics. You know the puppy you are getting is of sound health and temperament.
How to choose your breeder
How to choose your Retputable Golden Retriever and Labrador Breeder - top SYDNEY AND NSW Breeders:
The only pedigree dog sites in Australia are listed here. There are other sites that are listed for reputable breeders, however, if your breeder is listed on Dogzonline or DOGS NSW then you will 100% know that your puppy will be a pure bred pedigree dog.
Dogz on Line (Australians only pedigree online dog site - States and Territories have their own (NSW listed below.)
Dogs NSW
Pedigree Registered DOGS NSW (the only website you can guarentee your puppy's pedigree is pure bred)
