Why we built The Breeder Collective.
The Breeder Collective was created from the belief that reliable, up-to-date breeding knowledge should be accessible to everyone who wants to learn — not guarded or reserved for a select few.
What drives us
We love the dogs, the sport and the craft of breeding.
Dogs, dog sport and breeding are what we care about most. We want The Breeder Collective to be a welcoming, safe space for you: somewhere to ask any question, learn without judgment, and work for the long-term health and future of the breed you love.
A welcoming place
No question is too basic and no breeder is too new. Everyone starts somewhere.
Learning without judgment
Honest answers, shared openly, so you can make better decisions with confidence.
For the future of the breed
Healthier dogs and stronger breeds, one well-planned litter at a time.
Our story
Who’s behind The Breeder Collective
I’m Elisa Hedman, and I breed Cane Corsos under the kennel name Hed Audax in Stockholm, Sweden. I fell in love with the breed 19 years ago, followed Swedish breeders from a distance for many years, and have shared my home with Corsos of my own since 2021.
When I became a breeder, all I wanted was to do right by my dogs, my puppy buyers and the future of the breed. I soon learned how hard good answers could be to find. I remember the moments that felt so big at the time: seeing my girl in pain when her milk came in and her newborn puppies began to nurse, or trying to work out how to feed a nursing dam when everyone told me something different. When you love your dogs this much, anything new can be frightening. What I wanted most was a calm, experienced hand to hold.
Too often, knowledge stayed with those who already knew the right people, and a new breeder could feel more like competition than a fellow enthusiast.
So I set out to create one place where any breeder who is eager to learn can look something up and see where the answer came from. I’m not doing it alone: I work with several partners who are breeders with remarkable experience. Every article starts from practical breeding experience and is carefully checked against veterinary research and guidance. The sources are listed, so you can judge for yourself.
If you find something wrong or missing, please tell me. I’d love to hear what other breeders think and what they’ve learned. That’s how this gets better!
Our mission
Knowledge that should be shared, not guarded.
We are creating an inclusive place to learn for breeders at every stage, from those planning their first litter to experienced breeders committed to ongoing development. Through evidence-informed education and practical guidance, with mentorship on the way, we support confident, lifelong learning.
To give breeders at every stage trusted, evidence-informed education, practical guidance and development tailored to their experience, so they can keep learning with confidence throughout their breeding journey.
What we offer
Everything in one place, for informed and responsible decisions.
Some of it is open today. The rest is on its way.
In-depth articles, every one referenced
Fifteen topic areas, from breeding goals to the next generation.
Browse the library →Printable checklists, logs and planners
Practical tools for every stage of the litter cycle.
Get the free PDFs →Courses, live sessions and groups
Self-paced video courses, livestreamed lectures, workshops and small breeder circles.
About the Academy →Connect with other breeders
Kennel profiles, and a way to find breeding partners and collaborate with breeders who share your standards.
Get early access →Who it’s for
For dog breeders, wherever you are on the journey.
Planning a first litter
A clear, honest starting point, so your first decisions are well-informed ones.
New breeders
Practical guidance and tools to build good routines and strengthen your practice.
Experienced breeders
Current evidence and fresh perspectives to keep developing, and to share what you know.
Aspiring, new and experienced breeders around the world are welcome here.
Start learning today.
Questions, ideas or want to collaborate? We would love to hear from you.