BREEDER CODE OF ETHICS
This "Code of Ethics was taken from the "The Chihuahua Club of America, Inc.". We believe this
is what all good breeders should strive for, even if you are not a member.
The Chihuahua Club of America, Inc. CODE OF ETHICS
As a member of The Chihuahua Club of American, We pledge to uphold the goals of the club as set
forth in the club's Constitution and By-Laws, to encourage good sportsmanship in the sport of dogs,
and to set an example of honorable kennel business practices when dealing with any person.
Specifically, We further pledge:
To uphold the American Kennel Club roles applying to Dog Shows and Registration, particularly as
regards to the maintenance of complete and accurate breeding records.
To Accept and uphold the Standard of the Chihuahua as developed by The Chihuahua club of
America and approved by the American Kennel Club.
To breed only A.K.C. registered Chihuahuas with the aim of maintaining or improving the qualities
of the breed as set forth in the Standard, and not for personal gain. We will never knowingly sell
puppies to wholesalers, laboratories or to pet stores, and will encourage any puppy buyer to behave
similarly.
To keep ourselves informed in the areas of dog health and genetics and to carefully screen all
breeding stock for hereditary faults or disqualifying defects, removing any questionable animals
from my breeding program.
To conduct all our kennel practices in a clear, honorable and open fashion, and to use written
agreements or contracts whenever possible.