August 6, 2025AnimalsOpen Access

A Quantitative Exploration of Australian Dog Breeders’ Breeding Goals, Puppy Rearing Practices and Approaches to Socialisation

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Survey reveals puppy rearing practices and breeding goals of 200 Australian dog breeders, indicating varied socialisation methods.

Breeders primarily focused on breed improvement rather than companion dog production, affecting puppy outcomes.
Findings show variability in socialisation practices among breeders, which can influence puppies' future behaviour.
Longer-term breeders provided less human-focused socialisation experiences, indicating room for improvement.
Insights from this research can guide better practices in puppy rearing and enhance future breeding strategies.

Dawson et al. (2025) studied this question.

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