What's Next
Ready for a Australian Cobberdog?
By now you have learnt all about the wonderful Australian Cobberdog and have decided that this is the new fur-baby for your family, assistance, medic alert or therapy dog needs.
If you have reached the stage where you are looking around at various breeders trying to decide who you should contact with regard to your new baby, we would strongly advise that you check with the Master Dog Breeders Associates website for a list of registered breeders in your state.
MDBA Registered Australian Cobberdog Breeder
The Master Dog Breeders & Associates (MDBA) is the only official registration body for Australian Cobberdogs. Dogs bred by breeders who are not MDBA registered are not recognised as Australian Cobberdogs, regardless of any claims made. As the breed’s popularity increases, so does the risk of unregistered and backyard breeders misrepresenting puppies.
To ensure you are purchasing a true Australian Cobberdog, it is essential to choose an MDBA Registered Breeder. Registered breeders adhere to strict breeding protocols, including multi-generational health and temperament screening, DNA testing for hereditary conditions, comprehensive veterinary checks, and careful puppy-to-family matching.
Misty Creek Rose Australian Cobberdogs is an MDBA Registered and Accredited Breeder, committed to preserving the original genetic blueprint, temperament, and integrity of the Australian Cobberdog.
When you welcome a Misty Creek Rose Australian Cobberdog into your home, you are choosing a healthy, intuitive, and family-focused companion—backed by ethical breeding practices and ongoing breeder support to help your puppy thrive for life.
Puppy Matching, Training & Socialisation
At Misty Creek Rose Australian Cobberdogs, puppies are not assigned until their individual temperaments and personalities begin to emerge. This ensures each puppy is carefully matched to the most suitable family, lifestyle, and expectations.
We ask families to clearly consider what they are looking for in an Australian Cobberdog puppy, including temperament, household routines, training responsibilities, and agreed “puppy rules.” Sharing this information allows us to make informed, responsible puppy placements that support long-term success.
You may wait a little longer for your Misty Creek Rose Australian Cobberdog to be allocated, but this intentional process ensures the best possible match rather than a rushed decision.
Early puppy training and socialisation are essential to raising a confident, well-balanced Cobberdog. At Misty Creek Rose, we strongly encourage structured, positive training and ongoing social experiences to support your puppy’s development into a calm, happy adult dog.
TASAA Puppy Training for Australian Cobberdogs
At Misty Creek Rose Australian Cobberdogs, we prioritise early training and development to raise confident, well-adjusted puppies. We support structured puppy education through Therapy & Support Animals Australia (TASAA), a nationally recognised organisation specialising in puppy training and behaviour development.
TASAA puppy training with Nikki helps families confidently transition their Australian Cobberdog puppy into home life. This training focuses on practical, real-world guidance from the first day home and continuing through critical development stages. Families are supported in managing common puppy behaviours such as nipping, chewing, barking, toilet training, and early boundary testing.
Australian Cobberdogs are highly intelligent dogs that thrive with clear structure, consistency, and positive reinforcement. Early puppy training is essential to prevent behavioural challenges and to build calm, reliable, and confident adult dogs.
Before puppies leave Misty Creek Rose, early socialisation, crate training, and toilet training have already commenced. TASAA puppy training with Nikki builds on this foundation, giving families the tools and confidence to continue training at home while reducing the risk of accidents, separation anxiety, and frustration.
Ongoing Support, Resources & Puppy Preparation
At Misty Creek Rose Australian Cobberdogs, our support does not end at puppy allocation. Families receive follow-up emails, including a comprehensive new puppy shopping list and practical guidance to help you prepare for your puppy’s arrival.
Our Misty Creek Rose Puppy Book provides in-depth information covering every stage of early puppy care, including crate sizing, toys, vaccinations, diet, exercise, training, and general wellbeing. This resource is designed to give you confidence and clarity as you begin life with your new Australian Cobberdog.
If you require further guidance beyond what is included in our Puppy Book, we offer ongoing breeder support. We are always available by email, text, or phone to provide advice and reassurance whenever needed.
When you choose a Misty Creek Rose Australian Cobberdog, you are not only welcoming a beautifully bred puppy into your family—you are gaining access to continued support, education, and guidance for the life of your dog.
Still have questions about our Australian Cobberdog puppies?
We are happy to transport our Australian Cobberdog puppies anywhere in Australia and overseas; all we ask is that you promise to love your puppy forever.