Owner | Founder | Head of Animal Welfare

Charlie Maddaluno
With over 50 years of hands-on experience in dog breeding, training and animal health, Charlie Maddaluno is the foundation of Puppies Downunder.
Charlie’s lifelong dedication to animals began decades ago and has evolved into one of Australia’s most respected designer dog breeding programs. His experience spans government animal health roles, professional breeding, training and industry leadership, giving Puppies Downunder a depth of knowledge that few breeders can match.
At Puppies Downunder, Charlie oversees:
* Breeding program integrity and genetic selection
* Health and temperament standards
* Welfare compliance and regulatory standards
* Puppy development and early foundations
* Ongoing animal health protocols
He holds a Certificate IV in Companion Animal Services and maintains strong relationships within the Australian breeding community. His commitment to ethical breeding, structured welfare systems and continuous improvement ensures every puppy is raised with purpose, care and professionalism.
Charlie’s leadership sets the standard for how Puppies Downunder operates. His 50 years of experience bring confidence, stability and integrity to everything the business does.


