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GENERAL
I will comply
with the Breed Standard where applicable in all matters relating to the
breed and remember that we are the person(s) responsible for the welfare and
future of the Azawakh in the United Kingdom.
I will comply
with the bylaws of the Kennel Club, where they apply to my Azawakh, and me
and my dealings with said governing body in all matters under their
jurisdiction.
When
participating in competitions, I will refrain from the use of vicious,
disparaging, false, and misleading statements about judges, fellow
competitors, and other Azawakh owners and their dogs. I will conduct myself
in such a manner as to reflect credit on the sport of purebred dogs in
general and the Azawakh in particular.
I agree that if I should become aware of any mistreatment of an Azawakh, I
will report in writing this in confidence to the Secretary of the Azawakh
Association of the United Kingdom for discussion by the Committee.
RESPONSIBLE OWNERSHIP
Members shall:
Maintain the
best possible standards of health care for their dogs. This includes all
matters pertaining to the physical and mental well being of their dogs,
including appropriate nutrition, health checks, veterinary treatment for the
dog when required, immunization, training, and regular exercise.
Both
inside and outside of the home all dogs must be properly controlled.
Azawakhs should never be allowed to roam unattended. Dogs must always
walked on leads or have the appropriate training to maintain control at all
times.
Responsible ownership includes cleaning up after your dog in all public and
private facilities.
All
dogs must be identifiable in the form of tattoos or microchip implants or by
photographs. Collars with tags are necessary for dogs outside of their home.
Details should be submitted to the Azawakh Association for their database,
this information protected under the data protection act and only for use in
the public domain to trace lost, missing dogs, or for the Azawakh
Association to contact the owners or breeders of said dogs and will not be
passed onto a third party.
If for whatever
reason you find that you are unable to keep your dog, you must inform your
breeder and you should make every effort to find a suitable home.
Responsible breeders will make every effort to help you in this
matter. Breeders should make every effort to take their stock back, in the
event they cannot do this, they should notify the Azawakh Association and
make some arrangements for either fostering of the dog, and some
remuneration to the fosterer whilst the dog is in their care. If the owners
have found the dog a home the breeder should be notified of this and given
the location of the dogs whereabouts, also giving the breeder the
opportunity to check that the new home is a suitable one for this breed.
When
the "quality of life" is no longer present in your dog, a humane death by
euthanasia will be performed by means of lethal injection administered by a
qualified veterinarian.
BREEDING
As a responsible breeder:
I shall only
breed to improve the breed according to the Breed Standard. All breeding
that occurs should be done with the intention of the preservation and
betterment of the breed (see Breeding Guidelines).
I
shall breed only from mature healthy dogs and bitches which are believed to
be clear from hereditary defects and which are of sound Azawakh temperament
as defined in the breed. It is highly recommended that all breeding stock
be tested for genetic faults before they are bred.
I shall
conscientiously plan each litter. Bitches shall not be used for breeding
before they are twenty four months of age. Dogs shall not be used for stud
prior to twelve months of age. Siblings may only be bred from if there is
sufficient and just cause that would be for the betterment of the breed.
This should be put forward in writing before the mating, to the committee
and members for discussion at an AGM.
I shall not
breed to bitches after their eight birthday and shall only breed according
the KC code of best practice.
Bitches who have
had three litters or who have had a caesarian section shall not be bred from
again.
Stud
dog owners will be held just as responsible as the breeder for the welfare
of the breed
and should be required to help out in a rescue situation
regarding any progeny sired by their dog.
I will not allow
my Azawakh to be mated with any dog of a different breed or an unregistered
dog of the same breed.
I will
maintain the highest possible standard of canine health, cleanliness, and
care for mother and puppies.
As a
breeder, I will be committed to long term care of all puppies in instances
where suitable homes are not readily available.
I will verify
that purchasers of my puppies will be responsible owners who will provide
safe, proper homes and care. I will maintain contact with the owners
throughout the life of the dog so that I am aware of any changes in its home
or health.
I will
be responsible for the health (genetic defects) of all puppies sold for the
first two years of his/her life.
No
puppy shall go to its new owners prior to 8 weeks of age.
Puppies or older stock shall not be sold to commercial dog wholesalers,
retail pet outlets, research facilities nor will I allow my Azawakh to be
given as a prize in any contest of any kind. No breeding shall be done for
commercial gain.
All
puppies sold will be registered with the Kennel Club and accompanied by a
copy of the Breed Standard, an accurate three-generation pedigree, a copy of
the Code of Ethics. These puppies shall be in good health, had their first
vaccination (optional) and be dewormed. All health records and instructions
for feeding and care shall be given to the new owners.
New
owners shall be introduced to the Azawakh Association of the United Kingdom
and it is recommended that breeders sponsor them in membership for the first
year.
I will
keep suitable records of all breeding, sales, pedigrees and registrations.
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