How can you trust a club that doesn't have a code of ethics,allows puppies with their registrations to be sold in commercial outlets,that actively support puppy farming and that doesn't have an accurate database of pedigree dogs ?


It's only popular with BYB and PF's.
Any decent breeder won't touch the DLRC with a 50ft barge pole

Seems you were incorrect. But anyway what will happen to all the dogs that are not recognised by the KC?
And anyway WHO ARE THE KC?????????????. I didn,t vote for them.

well its been proven that KC reg dogs can come from puppy farms and byb as well.as was highlighted on GMTV not that long ago..so in my oppion the KC are no better.

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Ask the KC I don't know ?

Maybe you didn't vote for them but there are plenty that will.

Here's a link for you been as you don't know who the KC are, You might find some of the info useful,stranger things have happened The home for dog owners and those working with dogs - The Kennel Club

Yes they are and the KC do take action against breeders,as was posted earlier in the thread some have been struck off,they don't ignore things like the DLRC and you certainly won't find a KC Registered puppy for sale in a superstore.

Hey Sallyanne. Those fingers must be getting hot!!!!

Best hide them away. Take them out only after dark. The KC Stazi will be after you!!!

well it will be illegal to breed xbreeds.

And The KC's Code Of Ethics,
All breeders who register their puppies, and new owners who register ownership of their dogs with the Kennel Club, accept the jurisdiction of the Kennel Club and undertake to abide by its general Code of Ethics.

Breeders/Owners:

Will properly house, feed, water and exercise all dogs under their care and arrange for appropriate veterinary attention if and when required.
Will agree without reservation that any veterinary surgeon performing an operation on any of their dogs which alters the natural conformation of the animal, may report such operation to the Kennel Club.
Will agree that no healthy puppy will be culled. Puppies which may not conform to the Breed Standard should be placed in suitable homes.
Will abide by all aspects of the Animal Welfare Act.
Will not create demand for, nor supply, puppies that have been docked illegally.
Will agree not to breed from a dog or bitch which could be in any way harmful to the dog or to the breed.
Will not allow any of their dogs to roam at large or to cause a nuisance to neighbours or those carrying out official duties.
Will ensure that their dogs wear properly tagged collars and will be kept leashed or under effective control when away from home.
Will clean up after their dogs in public places or anywhere their dogs are being exhibited.
Will only sell dogs where there is a reasonable expectation of a happy and healthy life and will help with the re-homing of a dog if the initial circumstances change.
Will supply written details of all dietary requirements and give guidance concerning responsible ownership when placing dogs in a new home.
Will ensure that all relevant Kennel Club documents are provided to the new owner when selling or transferring a dog, and will agree, in writing, to forward any relevant documents at the earliest opportunity, if not immediately available.
Will not sell any dog to commercial dog wholesalers, retail pet dealers or directly or indirectly allow dogs to be given as a prize or donation in a competition of any kind. Will not sell by sale or auction Kennel Club registration certificates as stand alone items (not accompanying a dog).
Will not knowingly misrepresent the characteristics of the breed nor falsely advertise dogs nor mislead any person regarding the health or quality of a dog.
Breach of these provisions may result in expulsion from club membership, and/or disciplinary action by the Kennel Club and/or reporting to the relevant authorities for legal action, as appropriate.Last updated - September 2008

A little different to this one,
PLEASE INSURE YOUR NEW PUPPY AS SOON AS YOU PURCHASE IT.

No puppy/puppies should be sold until they are 8 weeks old or over

Mother/Dam must be over one year old before she is mated.

Dam must not be bred from once she reaches the age of 8 years.

All Puppies should be vaccinated by a qualified veterinary surgeon (as required by the Veterinary Medicines Directorate) and wormed and sold healthy. Also Receipts/proof of purchase to be given at time of sale.

All breeds should ideally be Hip scored, eye tested and DNA tested by your vet before embarking on breeding from them (depending on individual breed type as each breed requires different tests)

When purchasing a puppy see the puppy's mother and check out the conditions in general. If in doubt do not buy the puppy.

Do NOT meet the breeder on a motorway services car park or similar.

Have prospective new puppy vet checked before you buy.

No Dog's should be cruelly treated or neglected. i.e. used for fighting, over breeding, kept in poor conditions etc: This will result in a ban of said breeder if proven.

The last one makes me laugh,they support an evil cruel trade, allow pups with there registrations which come from PF's to be sold in pet superstores.

How would it be 'policed'?

And does that mean crossbreeds are not allowed?

And what would happen about accidental pregnancies?