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Once you’ve had a Murray, a life without one, is a life diminished
Welcome to Murray River Retrievers
An Australian icon and Australia’s only home grown retriever. The earliest reference to a similar dog has been traced back to early to mid 1800’s.
The Murray River Retriever (MRR) is known by various names including Murray River Curly Coated Retriever, Murray River Curlies, Murrays, Curlies, Murray Curly Retriever; in SA they were in the past known as Murray River Duck Dogs, Murray Reds and numerous other names.
There is a rich historical connection between the Murray River Retriever and the river it was named after. Murray River Retrievers were used as both retrievers and protection dogs on paddlesteamers and duck punts.
Memberships
Becoming a member will put you in touch with Murray owners around Australia.
Training
Training is an important part of building a great relationship with your dog.
Puppies
Are you looking for a puppy? We can help connect you with Breeders.
Breeders
Let us help you find a registered Murray River Retriever Breeder
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the Murray River Retriever differ from other retrievers?
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Is the Murray River Retriever recognised by major kennel clubs?
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How well does the Murray River Retriever handle extreme weather temperatures?
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Are Murray River Retriever good off-leash dogs?
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Do Murray River Retriever make good family Pets?
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Does a Murray River Retriever need lots of excercise?
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Why Join the Murray River Retriever Association
Becoming a member will put you in touch with Murray owners around Australia. You will get quarterly newsletters and invitations to meetups and events.
Our Annual General Meeting is held annually in October in Moama where we bring our Murray’s back to their origins at the Murray River. There are other events held throughout the year, both in Geelong and Melbourne and expanding to other areas.
Single Membership
One Adult
Over the age of 18 years
- In Touch with other Murray owners
- Quarterly Newsletter
- Meetups
- Events
- Training Videos
- Hunting Information
- 1 Vote
$20 Per Year
Family Membership
2 Adults & children U18 living at the same address
- In Touch with other Murray owners
- Quarterly Newsletter
- Meetups
- Events
- Training Videos
- Hunting Information
- 1 Vote
$35 Per Year
Your Dog
Register him or her too! It’s a lifetime registration
- Helps secure the future of the breed
- Encourages responsible breeding practices of the Murray River Retriever
- Can assist some Councils if your dog is not desexed
$10 Lifetime
Breeder
Become a Registered Breeder with the Association
- Recognised in Association
- Operate under a prefix or name
- Listed on the Breeder Listing page
- Promote your Kennel
- Includes 1 dog rego
$25 Per Year
Your membership fees will be used for running the Association, events for members, hosting and management of the website and opportunities to educate more people about our wonderful breed through expos and shows.
The Association is administered by an elected committee of volunteers.