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I agree to follow the regulations as set forth by the AKC as they pertain to my
purebred dog operations.
I agree to abide by and uphold the Constitution and by laws and this Code of
Ethics of the American Shih Tzu Club, Inc.
I will furnish a signed registration application, transfer of AKC limited
registration certificate and 3 generation pedigree with each puppy sold. I may
have a written agreement with the purchaser at the time of sale that papers will
be withheld.
I will encourage spaying or neutering of animals not desirable for breeding.
I will not sell my puppies to pet shops or commercial pet mill establishments,
nor will I donate puppies for raffles or auctions.
I will not cross breed or advertise for sale puppies that have been crossbred.
I
will not give stud service to unregistered bitches.
I will advise the purchaser of my puppy to have the puppy checked by a
veterinarian within 2 days (48 hrs) of the sale (additional time allowed if the
puppy is sold on a Friday or Saturday). I will refund the purchase price or take
the puppy back and replace it if it is found to be unfit by a veterinarian.
Except for unusual situations, I will not sell my puppies under 12 weeks of age.
I will maintain the best possible standard of health and care in all of my dogs
and see that puppies are immunized and checked for parasites. I will furnish
complete health records, care, feeding and grooming instructions with each puppy
sold.
I will attempt to sell my pet puppies within the range of other breeders in my
area.
In my breeding program, I will keep alert for and work to control and/or
eradicate inherited problems and conditions that are particular to my breed, and
breed as closely as possible to the standard of the breed.
I will represent my dogs as honestly as possible to prospective buyers and try
to assist the serious novice in his/her understanding of the breed.
I will try at all times to show good sportsmanship and keep in mind the good of
the breed comes before any personal benefits.
I will refrain from deceptive or erroneous advertising.
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