- In short: Tasmanian Labradoodles is facing 70 animal welfare counts for alleged over breeding
- What's next?: The owners are due to face the Launceston Magistrates Court in August
A popular dog breeder in Tasmania's north has been charged with over-breeding its female dogs, with one dog allegedly having six litters in just under two years.
Tasmanian Labradoodles operates on a 90-acre property in Epping Forrest, south of Launceston.
On its website, owners Elizabeth Anne Bartlett and her husband Paul describe themselves as "experienced, dedicated breeders of the highest quality, non-shedding, allergy-friendly, multi generation labradoodles".
The couple are now facing 70 counts of breaching the Animal Welfare (Dogs) Regulations 2016.
Court documents seen by the ABC allege that the Bartletts failed to ensure dogs in their care did not have more than two litters in an 18-month period.
"You are charged with on or about 19 July 2021 in Cleveland in Tasmania that you did not ensure that a bitch you had in your care or charge of did not have more than 2 litters in an 18-month period," the documents state.
The RSPCA alleges the offending occurred between 5 April 2021 and 13 February 2023.
It will be alleged one of the dogs, listed as Barbie, had six litters between October 2020 and September 2022.
Another, named Chanel, allegedly had four litters, again in just under two years.
Tasmanian Labradoodles' website currently lists 45 active female dogs and says puppies are available for future orders.
"Our labradoodles have large 5 × 25-metre yards with views overlooking our dam," the website said.
"Our objectives are to produce the highest quality non shedding, allergy friendly labradoodles with gentle and sweet loving natures, that blend well into any family."
The pair will next front the Launceston Magistrates Court on August 15.
They are yet to enter a plea.
