In being an active member
of the Master Dog Breeders & Associates, I agree to the following;
- I will provide conscientious
care for the animals entrusted to me, being constantly attentive to their
security, safety and well-being, and to place their welfare above all other
business considerations.
- I will take every opportunity
to learn more about my profession and to improve my services. I will continue
to acquire additional skills and knowledge by keeping informed of advances
in the field of my employment.
- I will deal honestly
and fairly with the public, and I will not misrepresent my services either
knowingly or unknowingly.
- I will respect the confidentiality
of my customers.
- I will place service
to my customers and to my industry above personal gain.
- I will avoid unfair
competitive practices, slander and defamation of my competitors including
actions or business practices which would result in dishonour upon, or distrust
of, my competitors or of my industry in general.
- I will never contribute
to, or participate in any way, to unethical breeding, breeding practises or
breeding for the sole purpose of profit. I will enrol as an MDBA Breeder member
and comply with the breeder code of conduct before I breed a litter.
- I will be respectful
of, and co-operate with other professions and trades which operate within
the pet industry.
- I will abide by all
applicable federal, state and local laws governing animal care and to my profession.
- I will operate my business
in such a manner as to reflect honour upon my industry and within my local
community.
- I will encouraging
responsible pet ownership and strive to advance and cultivate a harmonious
relationship between members of the dog owning community and the non dog owning
community. I will do this by exemplifying responsible dog ownership and accountability
in turn promoting increased public awareness.
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