About the MDBA
The only all-breed registry guiding foundation breeds from their first step to full recognition — prioritising health, function, and temperament over show-ring trends.
A Global Leader in Ethical Canine Breed Development
The Master Dog Breeders & Associates (MDBA) is a proudly independent, all-breed canine registry based in Australia with a global reach. We are committed to advancing ethical breeding practices, preserving breed integrity, and supporting breeders who prioritise the welfare of their dogs.
MDBA is the only all-breed, third-party canine registry in the world that accepts and supports foundation breeds from their earliest stages of development. Our systems are uniquely designed to assist emerging breeds—like the Australian Cobberdog—by providing early structure, verified pedigree tracking, and long-term health monitoring. This gives developing breeds the best possible chance of success as they progress toward MDBA Breed Recognition.
From Foundation to Recognition
Most registries will not recognise a foundation breed until it is fully developed. At the MDBA, we believe in supporting the journey from the very first step. By accepting foundation dogs and using our established systems of traceability and breeder accountability, we help to:
- Preserve genetic integrity from the outset,
- Track health and temperament outcomes over time,
- Encourage responsible and transparent breeding practices.
- Minimise the threat to developing breeds from splinter groups.
Our structured process ensures that new breeds are developed purposefully, not just bred for novelty or appearance.
A Better Standard of Standards
We place form, function, health, and temperament at the heart of everything we do.
Rather than focusing on superficial “show quality,” our priority is supporting breeders who are committed to producing dogs that excel in real life—as companions, service animals, therapy dogs, and working partners.
MDBA-registered breeders agree to a strict code of ethics and participate in a registry system that supports:
- Long-term health data collection,
- Transparent generational pedigree tracking,
- Purpose-aligned conformation and temperament goals.
Recognition Where It Matters
The MDBA is the only registry authorised by the Australian Cobberdog’s founder to issue recognised pedigrees for the breed. We take that responsibility seriously, and our role includes protecting the breed’s development, purpose, and long-term future.
When you choose an MDBA-registered dog, you’re choosing more than a piece of paper. You’re joining a community committed to the future of ethical canine breeding.