The Australian National Kennel Council Limited and its Member Bodies share the publics concern about overpopulation of dogs. We strongly support measures to educate people who breed pets, about responsible breeding practices, and also the potential pet-buying public about the responsibilities of pet ownership.

We endorse strong enforcement of the laws governing commercial breeders and traffickers in dogs and, where necessary, the strengthening of the laws themselves.

We strongly oppose blanket prohibition on breeding and mandatory spaying/neutering which takes away the rights of breeders and owners who take and fulfil their responsibilities in a serious manner.