SEE THE DOGS AT WORK
ABOUT OUR DOGS
I breed both black and yellow dogs, and specialise in Fox Reds - a darker shade of Yellow Labrador. All breeding stock is extensively health tested and has a full genetic DNA profile.
Some of my stock will go to competing retriever or scent detection homes sometimes hunting, or a mixture of all three. I am proud to say our dogs have a great reputation and highly sought to do sophisticated blue light courses, trained in various Police disciplines, in particular search scent detection, including Australian customs to be used in essential government tasking. This can be sniffer detection dog, specialising in Drug detection, explosive detection or Bio security for customs at National airports.
Most will go as pets where they will be equally at home.
I have also supplied dogs to human search and rescue as human remains and human assistant dogs’ for PTSD and autism.
Redcypher Sporting Retrievers
Developing Premier Working Dogs for Modern Australian Life
Introduction
Redcypher Sporting Retrievers is dedicated to breeding and developing sporting retrievers that excel in intelligence, health, and adaptability. Our vision is to provide high-end, competitively trained working dogs that seamlessly integrate into diverse human settings, from urban homes to active outdoor lifestyles across Australia.
Our Philosophy
At Redcypher, we believe that a truly exceptional working dog must embody more than just athletic prowess. Our retrievers are selected and developed for:
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Intelligent Soundness: Dogs with reliable temperaments and problem-solving capabilities, ensuring they remain composed and responsive in a variety of scenarios.
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Competitive Drive: Retrievers with a natural eagerness to perform, excel in field trials, obedience, agility, and other working dog sports.
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Adaptability: Our dogs are bred to fit into most human environments, whether it’s the family backyard, the bush, or the sporting field.
Fit for Purpose
Every Redcypher Sporting Retriever is carefully selected and trained to be:
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Robust: Physically strong and resilient, able to handle Australia’s diverse terrains and climates.
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Physically Healthy: Health is paramount. Our breeding program prioritises genetic soundness, regular vet checks, and optimal nutrition to ensure longevity and vitality.
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Highly Trainable: We focus on dogs that are eager to learn, quick to adapt, and able to master complex tasks—whether for sporting, assistance, or companionship.
Integration into Human Environments
Understanding the importance of compatibility, Redcypher Sporting Retrievers are socialised from an early age to thrive in various home and work settings. Our dogs are comfortable with children, adults, and other animals, making them ideal companions as well as working partners.
Commitment to Excellence
Redcypher stands by a commitment to ethical breeding, ongoing education, and support for owners. We provide guidance throughout the dog’s development, ensuring that both dog and owner achieve the best possible partnership.
Conclusion
With a focus on intelligent, purpose-driven breeding and comprehensive training, Redcypher Sporting Retrievers is your trusted source for exceptional working dogs that are fit for the demands of modern Australian lifestyles. Whether you seek a competitive field dog or a robust, trainable companion, our retrievers are bred to exceed expectations.
How are we doing this?
Excellence in Canine Breeding and Training
Our Approach to Developing Outstanding Working Dogs
Quality Genetics from Europe and the USA
At our kennel, we pride ourselves on sourcing some of the finest canine genetics from both Europe and the United States. By importing select bloodlines renowned for their health, temperament and working ability, we lay a solid foundation for producing exceptional working dogs.
Selection and Early Development
As an active trainer and competitor, I travel around the country working with my dogs, constantly assessing their progress and potential. From each breeding, I carefully select puppies that stand out in their early development. The criteria are rigorous: only those displaying robust health, boldness, confidence, and clear team player qualities are chosen. These puppies should naturally show an eagerness to learn and a strong aptitude for training.
Advanced Training and Maturation
Our commitment to excellence continues as the puppies grow. We provide ongoing development, shaping them into highly obedient individuals who genuinely enjoy their work. Importantly, throughout this process, we preserve their innate hunting instincts and working abilities, ensuring they mature into adult dogs well-suited for their intended roles.
Proven Stock and Responsible Breeding
Only after thorough evaluation do we consider breeding from our proven stock. The dogs we select for breeding are not just healthy—they have demonstrated a capacity to take instruction, are biddable and trainable, and have shown themselves to be reliable and eager learners. This approach ensures that our breeding program continually produces dogs that excel both in the field and as companions.
Our Commitment
Through careful selection, dedicated training, and responsible breeding, we strive to set the standard for working dogs in Australia. Our focus remains on producing animals that are healthy, capable, and passionate about their work, delivering satisfaction to handlers and joy to the dogs themselves.
ABOUT US
KARL BRITTON
I have actively pursued an interest in working dogs all my life. Having tried several breeds of working dogs my personal preferred breed are Labradors. I just enjoy that biddable temperament and team player attitude Labradors have which encourage me as a animal person to try harder to make sure they can be the very best version of themselves.
My family and I immigrated to Australia from the UK. I was an Army Officer in the Australian Defence Force retiring in 2019. We moved to the natural State in 2023 or as the locals say the apple isle, Tasmania. We have our own kennels and whelping room that was designed around our country style living. I have my very own training grounds and water training ponds.
Previously I was an active game shooter, field trialer, deer and conservation manager, and before departing from the UK, I was selected to trial for the England gundog team.
We strive for excellence in training dogs to compete at the highest level.
I enjoy training days coaching/mentoring as well as participating and assisting at trials, having completed the Judges training scheme, I am a qualified Championship judge. I enjoy setting runs for retriever trial assessment; it is a great privilege and honour judging/competing dogs and handlers. I put as much effort into Judging, run selection as I do training my dogs.
