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What is an Australian Cobberdog

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The Australian Cobberdog is a pure breed recognized by the MDBA (Master Dog Breeders and Associates) since 2012, and has its own DNA sequence.

 

The genuine Australian Cobberdog is known for its friendly nature and features a non-shedding, low odour coat. They are considered a breed in development in their country of origin (Australia).

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Bred with a purpose to be the ideal companion for individuals with special needs, Cobberdogs were selectively bred by founders Tegan and Rutland to maintain specific physical and character traits. Their breeding vision also aimed to create dogs with coats suitable for those with allergies.

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Cobber Dogs possess a unique intuitive ability to sense the emotions of those close to them, highly intellectual, responding with affectionate gestures such as cuddling, playing or staying close. They establish connections through direct eye contact and are sensitive to facial expressions and body language, making them truly special companions. It is a dog with the ideal amount of energy to serve as an assistance dog. It also shows great sensitivity to children and seniors.

Sizes

Cobberdogs are bred in four categories of size, which means potential owners can select a pet size that best suits their lifestyle and space. At Milkbush Australian Cobberdog we focus on medium sizes.

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Miniature Cobberdog

Height: 33cms to 42cms to the top

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Weight: 10-16kg

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Medium Cobberdog

Height: 42cms to 51cms to the top

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Weight: 14-22kg

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Standard Cobberdog

​Height: 51cms to 61cms to the top

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Weight: 20-35kg

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Cobberdog Coat Colours 

Australian Cobberdogs come in a beautiful range of colours, making each dog truly unique while maintaining the breed’s signature soft, allergy-friendly fleece coat.​
Apricot/Gold
A warm spectrum ranging from light honey to deep red gold. Caramel coats often soften in tone as the dog matures.
Red
A deeper, richer tone than apricot/gold, ranging from vibrant copper to dark mahogany. Reds often hold their warmth as they mature.
Cream
A soft, light shade from pale ivory to warm vanilla. Cream coats may develop subtle golden tones with age.
Chocolate
Rich brown shades from milk chocolate to deep dark cocoa. Some chocolates may lighten slightly over time.
Raven
An intense, inky black with exceptional depth and shine, often maintaining its richness better than standard black coats.
White
A clean, bright white coat that highlights the Cobberdog’s soft fleece texture. True white may have dark pigmentation on the nose, eye rims, and paw pads.

​Cobberdog coats can lighten or change slightly as they mature. For example, chocolates may soften to café tones, and blacks may fade to charcoal. This is a natural part of the breed’s coat development and adds to their unique charm.

While colour is a lovely feature, our priority remains temperament, health, and suitability for each family.

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