Every Maremma Sheepdog breeder listed below holds verified registration with Responsible Pet Breeders Australia (RPBA). Whether they raise pups for acreage, smallholdings, or family farms, these breeders pledge to uphold RPBA’s Code of Ethics and stick to every state and local rule governing responsible animal care.
Maremmas aren’t your average housemates. They’re livestock guardians, bred to stand watch, move with intention, and act with quiet certainty. Their instincts are strong, their independence sharper still. Picking a Maremma from a backyard setup with no experience behind it? That’s a gamble you don’t want to take. When you bring home a pup from an RPBA-registered breeder, you’re choosing knowledge, structure, and long-term health over shortcuts.
Prospective owners should stop and study what makes this breed tick. Maremmas aren’t built for laps or lazy afternoons on the couch — they need purpose, space, and someone who understands how to guide them without heavy hands. Reach out to breeders and ask about everything from temperament quirks to working aptitude. The right breeder won’t flinch from hard questions — they’ll welcome them.
Need to double-check a breeder’s status? Use RPBA’s verification tool.
All RPBA members must follow our Code of Ethics and stick to breeding laws without cutting corners. If you’re ready to step into responsible breeding, join RPBA here.
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Responsible dog ownership doesn’t begin the day your new pup arrives — it starts the moment you pick the breeder. Maremma breeders who know their dogs inside out will have already shaped early behaviours, introduced handling, and started laying the groundwork for socialisation with animals and humans alike.
To help you zero in on the right breeder — one with insight, integrity, and real experience — we’ve collected a set of blog posts loaded with practical advice. Whether you’re new to the breed or adding another guardian to your paddock, these resources will give you a head start:
Once you have your new dog, you can join the Responsible Pet Owner’s Club to get some great discounts to kickstart your lifelong adventure with your pet.