- At all times I will have a goal
of breeding to improve, restore or develop our breeds via a process of selection
over successive generations and, before breeding a litter, I will give serious
and equal consideration to construction, temperament, health and soundness,
in the choice of breeding stock. I will always bear in mind that aggression
and nervousness form no part in temperament and character of any dog. I shall
aim all breeding to the improvement of my breed(s)
- No bitch shall be mated without
due consideration as to the well being of the bitch and her offspring.
- I shall not breed a litter unless
I am certain of finding good homes for the puppies. As the owner of stud dog(s)
I will make it very clear to the bitch owners of the commitment and facilities
necessary to rear a litter.
I shall never allow any puppy to leave my premises to go to a new home before
the age of 8 weeks. No puppy shall be sold without having had its first vaccination
and regular-worming treatments and I will provide documented evidence of such
to the purchaser.
- I will never supply a puppy without
a diet sheet. A full and accurate puppy care sheet(s) shall be supplied to
the purchaser, outlining health care information, heartworm control, flea
control, reasons for desexing, microchip information, etc.
- I will provide a full and detailed
health record of any puppy I sell to the purchaser showing a complete history
of that pup from the date of whelping to the date of delivery. And I will
keep breeding and health records for all dogs in my care.
- I will provide a written health
guarantee for every pup I breed and sell. I will provide on going support
and advice for the life of the pup.
- I will never knowingly sell any
puppy/adult dog to laboratories, pet shops or dealers in dogs or to person's
known to sell stock to any of the above. I shall not provide any stud services
to such persons (a dealer is defined as any person who regularly buys stock
for sale at a profit).
- I will screen prospective buyers
for suitability and shall fully advise them of the characteristics of the
dog as a breed stressing the necessity for care, grooming and ample exercise.I
will register all pups with the breed's registering body unless they are disqualified
from registration due to a non recognized colour. I will supply the buyer
with the dog's registration papers from my breeds' registrar unless this is
not practicable in which case I will provide an endorsed copy to the buyer
. I will also clearly state whether the puppy is on limited register or full
register (where applicable) and explain the benefits and restrictions of that
register.
- I will never allow a puppy or
adult which has any apparent physical defects or which shows definite departure
from the Breed Standard to be knowingly sold without the buyer being made
aware of such defects and its possible consequences. I will only sell puppies
and adults, which, to the best of my knowledge and belief are in good health
at the time of sale.
- I will impress on the buyer that
they should contact me in the event of any problem arising with the puppy
or adult and that I will make every effort to be of assistance in these circumstances.
In the case of a dog needing to be re-homed I will take full responsibility
to assist as much as possible in achieving this end and will accept the return
of that dog at any age if this in any way possible.
- My advertising will be strictly
factual. I will not use misleading exaggeration or unfounded implications
of superiority. I will not promote my dogs as something they are not.
- I shall refrain from making negative
or malicious statements about other breeder's, their dogs or practices.
- I will be co-operative in any
measures aimed at eradicating hereditary diseases or genetic defects. I will
seek information and understanding of genetic diseases and defects and use
this understanding in my breeding program. I commit myself to a positive breeding
program aimed at eradicating such hereditary diseases or defects known or
suspected within my breed.
- I will be honest and forthright
in notifying any genetic or heritable diseases found to be in any dogs I have
bred and pass on any information required to help breeders make necessary
choices in their breeding program.
- I shall not breed a litter unless
I have the time and facilities to devote proper care and attention to the
rearing of the puppies and to the well being of the dam.
- Any dog/puppy in my care shall
receive immediate professional attention should it become ill.
- I will continue to offer helpful
assistance to any puppy/adult dog buyer as long as such assistance is required.
- I will allow representatives
of the MDBA to inspect my property or my dogs if requested.
- All dogs in my care will be adequately
housed in clean, comfortable and weatherproof accommodation with a minimum
of 2 hours off lead and exercise with appropriate stimulation and companionship
per day.
- All dogs in my care will be under
control at all times, housing and exercise areas kept clean and all care taken
to limit possible disturbance to neighbours.
- I will lead by example and advocate
responsible dog ownership.
- I will microchip all animals as
prescribed by law. All follow up paper work will be fulfilled and sent to
the appropriate canine authority.
- I will exhibit and promote excellence
in the discipline and practice of dog breeding.
- I will encourage the exchange
of knowledge, of technical, practical and ethical matters between members.
- I will uphold the dignity of
dog breeding and the status of members of the Master Dog Breeders Academy.
This will be reflected by the knowledge and understanding, skills and positive
attitude toward the members of the Master Dog Breeders Academy.
- I will uphold and maintain the
integrity of the Master Breeders Academy through impartiality and confidentiality.
- I will act and advise in accordance
and within the parameters of my experience.
- I will do nothing which will bring
the MDBA into disrepute.
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