BREEDER’S CODE OF ETHICS
1. I will at all times abide by the Constitution, Rules and Regulations of the Australian Cattle Dog Club of KZN and the Kennel Union of Southern Africa (“KUSA”).
2. I will keep accurate breeding records, registration papers and pedigrees and will openly disclose all information in my possession about the health issues of my dogs that may affect the future breeding of the Australian Cattle Dog.
3. I agree that my advertisements will always be honest and clear containing no misleading information or misrepresentations of any nature.
4. I will refrain from being the source or conduit of any negative rumours or gossip having the effect of reducing the standing of any breeder of the ACD Club of KZN, the Club itself or the Australian Cattle Dog breed in the eyes of Club members or members of the public. I shall address any concerns that I might have regarding any breeder or breeding program, to the Committee of the Australian Cattle Dog Club of KZN.
5. I will maintain the highest standards of canine health, cleanliness and care and support any research studies for genetic diseases in Australian Cattle Dogs.
6. I agree that all dogs and bitches offered at stud / breeding shall be KUSA registered or by a registry recognized by KUSA and the Australian Cattle Dog Club of KZN.
7. I agree that no stud dogs / bitches shall be bred from prior to all BAER and PRA tests, HD and Elbow X-rays being completed where facilities are available locally. The responsibility will be of the owners of the breeding dogs to examine certificates prior to mating.
8. I agree that no stud dogs shall be bred from prior to one (1) year and shall be in good health and free from communicable diseases.
9. I agree that no bitch shall be bred from before her 3rd season or prior to two (2) years of age, nor be bred repeatedly at every heat in such a manner as to endanger her health or puppies and their physical and mental well-being.
10. I agree that all breeding / whelping of bitches will cease on reaching seven (7) years of age.
11. I agree that all bitches / dogs will be bred only with the intention of that particular mating improving the breed and never for purely commercial reasons. I agree never to crossbreed.
