Stories, training and know-how from MRRA members, including articles from the Murray Mail, the club’s newsletter since 2011. Choose a topic to narrow the list.
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How did the Murray River Retriever become a recognised breed?
By Murray River Retriever Association
30 September 2026
After more than ten years of work by the club, the ANKC accepted the Murray as a Group 3 gundog on 16 October 2021, effective 1 January 2022.
Training a Murray River Retriever: a free guide and 21 videos from the club
By Murray River Retriever Association
30 September 2026
Start with the free Training Your Murray guide. Members also get 21 training videos, from sit and recall to gunshot confidence, plus a hunter's field notes.
Apple and Carrot Oat Biscuits for Dogs
Writer not named in the Murray Mail
Murray Mail, June 2026
Apple, carrot, oat and peanut butter dog biscuits. From the Murray Mail, June 2026.
Crunchy Dog Treats
By Shane Boreham
Murray Mail, March 2026
Crunchy oat, peanut and vegetable dog treats, a use for leftover pumpkin or carrot. From the Murray Mail, March 2026.
In the doghouse: Leon Wright’s decade-long battle to hunt with the Murray River Retriever
By Leon Wright
Sporting Shooters' Association of Australia, 10 February 2026
Until 2024 it was illegal to retrieve ducks with a Murray in Victoria. MRRA member Leon Wright tells how the club changed that.
Pumpkin and Herb Dog Treats
By Shane Boreham
Murray Mail, August 2025
Pumpkin, brown rice, cheese, rosemary and turmeric dog treats. From the Murray Mail, August 2025.
Peanut Butter, Banana and Oat Dog Cookies
By Shane Boreham
Murray Mail, June 2024
Three-ingredient dog cookies of oats, peanut butter and banana. From the Murray Mail, June 2024.
Christmas Pudding Dog Treats
By Shane Boreham
Murray Mail, February 2024
Peanut butter and oat biscuits decorated as little Christmas puddings. From the Murray Mail, February 2024.
Apple Carrot Dog Biscuits
By Shane Boreham
Murray Mail, August 2023
Apple, carrot and oat dog biscuits. From the Murray Mail, August 2023.
Sardine, Pumpkin and Oat Dog Treats
By Shane Boreham
Murray Mail, May 2023
Shane's fish dog treats: sardines, pumpkin, peanut butter and oat flour. From the Murray Mail, May 2023.
Sardine and Green-Lipped Mussel Dog Treats
By Shane Boreham
Murray Mail, September 2022
Sardine, oat and green-lipped mussel dog treats. From the Murray Mail, September 2022.
Carrot Cake Dog Biscuits
Writer not named in the Murray Mail
Murray Mail, June 2022
Applesauce, grated carrot and coconut dog biscuits. From the Murray Mail, June 2022.
Meet the Murray
By National Purebred Dog Day
National Purebred Dog Day, 2 April 2022
An American look at Australia's newly recognised gundog, written as the first Murrays were shown in South Australia in 2022.
Peanut Butter and Pumpkin Dog Treats
By Shane Boreham
Murray Mail, December 2021
Pumpkin, peanut butter and cinnamon dog biscuits topped with carob buttons. From the Murray Mail, December 2021.
Banana and Flaxseed Dog Treats
By Shane Boreham
Murray Mail, September 2021
Banana, flaxseed and coconut oil dog biscuits, with optional green-lipped mussel. From the Murray Mail, September 2021.
Pup Cakes: Banana and Peanut Butter Cupcakes for Dogs
By Shane Boreham
Murray Mail, December 2020
Banana and peanut butter cupcakes for dogs with a potato and yoghurt "frosting". From the Murray Mail, December 2020.
How do you train a Murray River Retriever for hunting? A duck hunter’s notes
By Leon Wright
27 July 2020
Obedience first, one-word commands with hand signals, short lessons, and a cap gun at feeding time. Leon Wright on training Missy and Cobber for the field.
Salmon and Tuna Fishy Dog Treats
By Shane Boreham
Murray Mail, June 2020
Salmon, tuna, eggs and wholemeal flour, baked and cut into squares. Shane Boreham's fishy dog treats, from the Murray Mail, June 2020.
Duck or Venison Casserole with Prunes and Balsamic Vinegar
By Leon Wright
Murray Mail, June 2020
Leon Wright's slow-cooked casserole with prunes and balsamic vinegar, made with duck instead of venison. From the Murray Mail, June 2020.
Duck Schnitzel
Writer not named in the Murray Mail
Murray Mail, June 2017
"After 46 years of being married to a duck hunter finally a successful duck recipe." Duck schnitzel, from the Murray Mail, June 2017.
The Murray River Curly-Coated Retriever
By National Purebred Dog Day
National Purebred Dog Day, 6 February 2017
A 2017 American profile of the breed, five years before recognition, when it was still the Murray River Curly-Coated Retriever.
Birthday Cake for Dogs
Writer not named in the Murray Mail
Murray Mail, June 2015
A meaty birthday loaf cake for dogs, iced with plain yoghurt or cottage cheese. From the Murray Mail, June 2015.
Recognising a best mate
By Chris Pedler
Bendigo Advertiser, 12 October 2013
In 2013 the club was campaigning for recognition so Murrays would not be desexed under proposed laws. About 114 dogs were registered.
Murray Muesli Bars
Writer not named in the Murray Mail
Murray Mail, April 2011
Hard-baked oat, bran and seed bars for dogs, from the first recipe the Murray Mail printed, April 2011.
Is it safe to take your dog where 1080 baits are laid?
By Kim Radnell
Murray Mail, April 2011
No. There is no antidote to 1080, and dogs that eat a bait rarely reach a vet alive. A member's close call in 2011, and how to recognise a bait.
