The Master Dog Breeders & Associates was born from an idea several breeders of purebred dogs began discussing on the forums on Dogzonline at the beginning of the year 2000.

Finally six long time professional dog breeders and exhibitors set up the Master Dog Breeders Academy in 2005, offering correspondence courses covering all areas of the canine world from basic health & nutrition to University level four in canine genetics and lifestyle changing courses such as grooming or how to manage a boarding kennel.

Private forums were set up allowing students access to other members who were allbreeds judges, experienced breeders for advice or assistance, all overseen by  the MDBA Dean of Studies Dr Lesley Levins B.Sc.Dip Ed, M.Sc.Ph.D.Sc Ed.

In 2006 the MDBA formed a second arm to cater for everyone who in some way was associated with dogs whether it was as a pet, breeder, rescuer or professionally involved with canines.

The MDBA now has members Australia wide and internationally.

The highlight of the MDBA Calendar is the Dog Owners Choice Awards presentation dinner held annually to award those nominated from throughout Australia and overseas for providing an excellence in service.

Shown above are the winners in the Masters categories, Steve & wife Trish (second from the right) as Master Rescurers (Albury Rescue) Margaret Coles of Durong, Moolarben Cocker Spanials, was Master Breeder, Kath Hanlon from Victoria Master Responsible Pet Owner (Foster Carer) and Sabina Holdsworth, Chow Chows, from Perth won the Master Puppy Buyer of the Year.  The lady on the end on the right is the MDBA CEO Julie Nelson who was awarded the Dianne Gunn-Scarcella memorial award for Excellence in Achievement, presented to her by the late Diannes husband Tony.

Nominations for 2009 close 31st December with the presentation dinner being held at the Novotel Brighten Sydney in March 2010.

Anyone who loves dogs or involved with dogs in any way is welcome to attend, MDBA membership is not a pre requisite.

Further information can be found on the MDBA website www.mdba.net.au

The Dog Owners Choice Awards Major Sponsor is Troy Cumner of Dogzonline