Looking for a Puppy?

Are you ready for a dog? Why choose a purebred dog? Pedigrees and Registration Choosing a breed Take the Dog Breeds Quiz Browse all breeds Finding a Reputable Breeder Preparing for your New Puppy Responsible dog ownership Breeder Directory

What breed best suits me?

Answer a few questions and find which breed is best for you
go

Finding a Reputable Breeder

Learn how to protect yourself from puppy scammers
go

Browse all breeds

Discover all the recognised Dogs Australia dog breeds
go
Breeders

DNA Parentage Verification PD Insurance - Breeder Referral Program Becoming a Breeder Breeder Resources Breed standards Check Registered Breeders Dog Microchip Search Breeder Advertisement Login Breeder Directory

Becoming a Breeder

Thinking about breeding pure-bred dogs? We can help.
go

Breeder Resources

All of our Breeder Resources in one place
go

Check Registered Breeders

Check if a breeder is a registered DOGS Victoria breeder.
go
About

Contact us About Dogs Victoria About Dogs Australia Our team Our facilities Our Sponsors Constitution, Rules & Regulations Canine Research Foundation Annual Report Policy Statements Position Statements Advocacy Children & Young People Safety Advertise with us

Contact us

How to get in touch with Dogs Victoria
go

About Dogs Victoria

Victoria's peak canine body
go

Laurie Luxmoore Library

Come and visit the Dogs Victoria Laurie Luxmoore Library at KCC Park.
go
Members

Member Noticeboard Membership Benefits Join or Renew Membership Magazine Gazette Pedigree lookup Emergency Information News From Dogs Australia Life Membership Compliance Disciplinary Penalties / Banned Persons Dog Suspensions & Penalty

Join or Renew Membership

How to apply to become a member of Dogs Victoria.
go

Membership Benefits

Discover the benefits of joining Dogs Victoria
go

Member Noticeboard

Latest DOGS Victoria member news.
go
Events

Shows and Trials Calendar Dog Activities Group Listing of Recognised Breeds Junior Handlers National Events Schedule Updates Categories of Dog Shows

Public Events

All the latest and upcoming canine events
go

Shows and Trials Calendar

All the dates of upcoming dog shows and trials
go

Dog Activities

Discover the dog sports designed to harness the natural instincts of every breed.
go
Clubs, Judges & Officials

Extreme Weather Policies Becoming a Judge Office Bearer Guides Representatives Stewards Dogs Victoria Venues Dogs Australia Judges List Club Directory Conformation - Trainee Judges Program

Becoming a Judge

All you need to know about becoming a judge.
go

Club Directory

Get in touch with a local group to get involved with dogs.
go

Office Bearer Guides

View and download useful guides and guidelines.
go
Resources

Knowledge Centre Publications Government Legislation Dogs Victoria FAQ

Knowledge Centre

Useful information and publications
go

Government Legislation

Important legislation and information
go

DOGS Victoria FAQ

Got a question relating to Dogs Victoria processes? Our frequently asked questions can help
go
Forms

Schedule Updates

Schedules Published in the Official Dogs Victoria Gazette

November 2025 Gazette Schedules HERE

October 2025 Gazette Schedules HERE

September 2025 Gazette Schedules HERE

Schedule Changes

UPDATE TO SHOW - SCHIPPERKE CLUB - SUNDAY 16 NOVEMBER 2025

Please be advised that the Schipperke Club’s Open Show on Sunday 16 November 2025 has been cancelled.

Refunds will be available through the online provider.

ADDITIONAL JUDGE - HASTINGS & DISTRICT OBEDIENCE DOG CLUB - SATURDAY 22 NOVEMBER 2025

Hastings & District Obedience Dog Club advise that an additional judge has been appointed. Mrs Celeste Meier will now be judging Excellent Vehicles at the Scent Work Trial on Saturday 22 November 2025.

CHANGE TO JUDGE - MELBOURNE LURE DOG CLUB - SATURDAY 22 NOVEMBER 2025

Melbourne Lure Dog Club advise Mrs Nerida Stephen is unable to fulfil her appointment. Lure Coursing on Saturday 22 November 2025 will now be judged by Mrs Els Airens.

CHANGE TO JUDGE - PORTLAND DOG OBEDIENCE CLUB - SATURDAY 29 & SUNDAY 30 NOVEMBER 2025

Portland Dog Obedience Club advise Mrs Kim Houlden is unable to fulfil her appointment. RA, RM, RN, RE at the Rally trial on Saturday and RN, RA, RE, RM at the Rally Trial on Sunday will now be judged by Mrs Helen Evans.

CORRECTION OF JUDGE - DOGS VICTORIA SUMMER SPECTACULAR - FRIDAY 5 & SATURDAY 6 & SUNDAY 7 DECEMBER 2025

Dogs Victoria Summer Spectacular advise Mrs Barbara Heal (Canada) was listed as judging General Specials at the Sunday Show.

Please note this is incorrect, Mrs Carmen Haller (Canada) is judging General Specials on Sunday 7 December 2025.

@dogsvic