Zemzari Italian Greyhounds
Maryborough, QLD
Hi, I'm Laura K.
Hello, I’m Laura! I am a small, ethical Italian Greyhound breeder based on the Fraser Coast, Queensland, where my dogs are cherished members of my family. At Zemzari, I prioritise health testing, early socialisation, and sound temperament to ensure my puppies are not only healthy, but confident, well-adjusted, and…
Newborn & Planned Litters
Vet Approved Criteria
Member since Jan 2026
Every breeder on RightPaw has agreed to our vet-approved RightPaw Code of Ethics, and passed an interview from one of our team.
- Breeding & Welfare
- Health Practices
- Home Environment
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- Feeding
- Physical Condition
Our Breeding Practices
Behaviour and socialisation
Our puppies are raised using a structured early development approach inspired by Puppy Culture principles. From birth, they are gently exposed to age-appropriate handling, new surfaces, sounds, enrichment, and everyday household activity. Puppies are socialised with other dogs, adults, and children, and are gradually…
Health
At ZEMZARI, health is a priority in every breeding decision. All breeding dogs are DNA tested for known Italian Greyhound conditions including PRA, FEH, and PCAG, and are selected for sound structure, temperament, and overall wellbeing. Puppies receive regular worming, a full veterinary health check, microchipping,…
Home environment
Our dogs and puppies are raised in a home environment where they are part of daily family life. Puppies are born and raised indoors, with access to safe outdoor areas as they grow, allowing them to experience normal household routines and sounds. This environment supports confident, adaptable puppies who are…
Included with our puppies
All ZEMZARI puppies are raised with care and leave for their new homes well prepared and supported. Each puppy is sold on limited registration and comes with age-appropriate vaccinations, microchipping, regular worming, and a comprehensive veterinary health check. Puppies also go home with a detailed Puppy Pack,…
Health Tests
Core Tests(0/1)
Zemzari Italian Greyhounds conducts 0 out of 1 core health tests which RightPaw believe are most important to conduct for the Italian Greyhound.
Additional Tests
Zemzari Italian Greyhounds conducts 2 additional tests available for the Italian Greyhound.
Genetic Test
Primary Closed Angle Glaucoma (PCAG) is a genetic cause of glaucoma (increased pressure in the eye). Untreated glaucoma can result in eye pain and blindness. There is a DNA test available to identify whether a breeding dog is carrying this genetic cause of glaucoma.
Genetic Test
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA) in dogs is a type of genetic eye disease causing deterioration of the retina and eventually, blindness. There are a variety of sub-types of PRA, which can occur in various breeds. There are various DNA tests available to identify whether a breeding dog is carrying this condition.
Transportation options
Zemzari Italian Greyhounds will send their puppies to the following states for their new families:
Getting your puppy home
Zemzari Italian Greyhounds supports the following options for getting your new puppy home safely.
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About the Breeder
A little about us
ZEMZARI Italian Greyhounds is a small, Dogs Australia (ANKC) registered breeder located on the Fraser Coast in Queensland. I focus on producing healthy, well-adjusted Italian Greyhounds with sound temperaments and correct breed type. My dogs are first and foremost loved family members, and I breed on a limited basis…
Why we got involved in breeding
I have always been passionate about genetics and ethical breeding, with hands-on experience working on horse studs and previously breeding pet rats. I fell in love with Italian Greyhounds many years ago and was drawn to their intelligence, sensitivity, and connection to people. I still remember the feeling of getting…
Our special touch
My special touch is raising puppies in a calm, enriched home environment where individual needs are recognised and respected. I follow structured early development and socialisation practices, place strong emphasis on temperament, and take the time to educate and support our puppy families. Every ZEMZARI puppy is…
Credentials
State registration
BIN0017673606655
Association
Dogs Queensland (ANKC)
Association number
4100307923
Prefix
ZEMZARI
Breeding since
2024
A$4,500