Breeds

CHOOSING A DOG
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Browse all breeds

Discover all the official Australian National Kennel Club dog breeds
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How to choose a puppy

How to choose a breed that suits your family and lifestyle
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BREEDERS
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Breed standards

Discover all the official Australian National Kennel Club dog breeds
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Become a breeder

How to become a DOGS NSW registered breeder
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Transferring a puppy

How to transfer your new puppy into your name
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Showing your dog

Our step-by-step guide to mastering the show circuit
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Clubs

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Club resources

Useful guides for setting up and running a breed club
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Club forms

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Events

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UPCOMING EVENTS

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Show and trials guide

All the dates of upcoming dog shows and trials
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Members

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Community Events

Join us at these upcoming canine events!

Uniting Dog Lovers & Building Bonds at these Upcoming Community Events

Uniting Dog Lovers & Building Bonds at these Upcoming Community Events

1 January

Dog Lovers Festival

Get ready for the ultimate paw-some experience at the Sydney Dog Lovers Festival - a celebration of all things canine! New South Wales biggest celebration of dogs returns to the Sydney Showground on Saturday 22 & Sunday 23 August, 2026, and it’s set to be our most tail-wagging festival yet.

22-23 August

Canine Art & Photography Exhibition / Competition

The DOGS NSW Library & Archives Committee in association with the 2026 DOGS NSW Spring Fair Dog Show weekend present a Canine Art & Photography Exhibition / Competition at the DOGS NSW Education Centre at The Bill Spilstead Complex for Canine Affairs, 44 Luddenham Road, Orchard Hills. The Launch, Cocktail Party and presentation will be on Friday 28 August 2026 at 6pm with the Exhibition open from Friday to Sunday, 28, 29 and 30 August 2026.

28-30 August

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