All of Our Dogs Are Raised by Us on the Land

Modern Training Methods

At Mullfern, our focus is on producing high-quality working dogs with the intelligence, instinct, and trainability required for practical farm work.

We carefully select proven bloodlines that consistently demonstrate natural stock sense, stamina, attentiveness, and reliable working behaviour in demanding conditions.

Every Mullfern dog is:

  • Carefully selected for genetic quality and working ability.
  • Raised in a genuine farm environment.
  • Exposed early to stock and practical handling.
  • Assessed for natural instinct, trainability, and behavioural performance.
  • Developed with a strong focus on reliability, obedience, and confidence under pressure.

Our dogs are regularly tested in real working environments to ensure they possess the natural aptitude and behavioural traits required to perform consistently on farm.

About Mullfern

Bred for Farmers

We understand the demands of farming because we live it every day.

Our breeding programme is built around producing practical working dogs that can think independently, respond to pressure, and work effectively alongside the handler in real farm conditions.

By focusing on behavioural performance, natural instinct, and proven genetics, we aim to produce dogs that are capable, dependable, and suited to the realities of modern farming in New Zealand.

Why Mullfern?

  • Carefully selected working bloodlines.
  • Raised and assessed in genuine farm conditions.
  • Strong focus on instinct, intelligence, and trainability.
  • Practical, performance-based breeding philosophy.
  • Honest support backed by real farming experience.