Karelian Bear Dog CLUB OF AMERICA CODE OF ETHICS
This Code is established in accordance with the objectives of the Karelian Dog Club of America. It is presented as a guideline for the use of KBDCOA members when buying, breeding, selling and exhibiting Karelian Bear Dogs. Violators of the KBDCOA Code of Ethics will be subject to prompt action under KBDCOA grievance and charge procedures.
As a member of the Karelian Bear Dog Club of America, I will abide by the Constitution and By-Laws of the Karelian Bear Dog Club of America and the rules of the American Kennel Club.
As a member of the Karelian Bear Dog Club of America, I will keep accurate breeding records, registration papers and pedigrees.
As a member of the Karelian Bear Dog Club of America, I will furnish accurate records to each buyer of all shots and wormings, pedigree, and AKC registration or transfer documents, unless written agreement is made at time of sale that papers will be withheld.
As a member of the Karelian Bear Dog Club of America, I will have all services and sales agreements, mutually agreed upon, stated in writing, and signed by all parties involved.
As a member of the Karelian Bear Dog Club of America, I will maintain the best possible standards of canine health, cleanliness and care.
As a member of the Karelian Bear Dog Club of America, I will conduct all advertising in an honest manner that will not, in any way, misrepresent, defraud, or mislead.
As a member of the Karelian Bear Dog Club of America, I will offer only dogs for stud or bitches for breeding that are in good health and free from communicable diseases and disqualifying genetic faults.
As a member of the Karelian Bear Dog Club of America, I agree that I will not breed any stud dog to any bitch whose owner is directly involved with any puppy broker, puppy mill,litter lot sales or any other commercial enterprise whose business is involved in like activities.
As a member of the Karelian Bear Dog Club of America, I will breed a bitch only with the intent that this particular breeding will improve the breed.
As a member of the Karelian Bear Dog CLub of America, I will not breed/sell a Karelian Bear Dog for any cross breeding purposes with the KBD/REL.
As a member of the Karelian Bear Dog Club of America, I will not sell a Karelian Bear Dog to any commercial facility, puppy brokers, pet shop, puppy mill or agent thereof.
As a member of the Karelian Bear Dog Club of America, I will conduct myself at all times in such a way as to reflect credit on the sport of purebred dog showing in general and Karelian Bear Dogs in particular.
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Signature of Applicant Date
06/2007