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We strictly follow the Code of
Ethics set forth by the DDBS as listed below.
The Dogue de Bordeaux
Society, Inc., requests that all breeders and owners subscribe to the
following Code of Ethics to promote and foster the highest standards
among breeders, owners and fanciers, and to encourage sportsmanship and
cooperation in the improvement and advancement of the Dogue de Bordeaux.
HEALTH: I maintain high standards of health and care for my dogs,
and guarantee the health of my puppies at the time of sale.
Vaccinations: Vaccinations must be administered in
accordance with local and state requirements. An internal and external
parasite control program must be maintained. Sick dogs must be
separated from general kennel population. Bathing/grooming should be
administered as required by breed to maintain proper health conditions.
Socialization: A daily regimen of human interaction is
necessary to ensure the development of good temperament for all dogs;
especially pups.
Waste Disposal: Waste must be removed in accordance with
accepted local and state requirements. The kennel area must be cleaned
of all feces and urine daily. Solid waste must be removed from the
kennel area.
Food and Water: Clean water must be available at all
times. Care should be taken so that water dishes are not tipped
easily. Dogs should be fed at least once daily.
A balanced diet is necessary for good health. Food containers must be
cleansed regularly. Attention to feeding times in a multi-dog
confinement area is necessary to ensure that each dog receives adequate
nourishment.
Shelter: All dogs must have access to dry, weatherproof
housing. The shelter must be properly maintained in relation to
climatic conditions. Regular inspections of housing is necessary to
ensure sanitary bedding and protection from objects harmful to pups and
adults.
Safety and Protection: Should the kennel owner choose to
kennel dogs together, there must be attention given so that dogs are not
in danger of injuring one another. Also, there must be protection from
stray and wild animals and from objects harmful to pups and adults.
Adequate fencing is required.
DOG FIGHTING: I shall discourage the promotion, support, and
raising of dogs for fighting. I will not knowingly sell, give or trade
dogs that will be used for fighting; I shall not condone or be
associated with the facing off, game testing, rolling or pitting of
dogs.
RECORDS: I will keep accurate records, and retain those
records for a minimum of five years. These records will include: health
and vaccination records, stud service contracts, pedigrees, all litters
produced, and all dogs/puppies sold.
All dogs are easily identified within my kennel operation. I maintain
complete and accurate registration documents on all dogs. I will report
any person who falsifies a registration, or knowingly misrepresents a
pedigree to the proper registration outlet.
BREEDING: I shall plan each breeding with the paramount intention
of improving the breed.
I will select the stud dog and brood bitch with an eye to conformation,
temperament, and working instinct and ability, with a careful study of
the breed standard and the principles of genetics. I will not breed any
male or female until they are both physically and mentally mature.
Before entering into any breeding arrangement, I will scrutinize the
pedigree, conformation, and working potential of both the sire and dam,
keeping in mind the ideal of the breed. I have an obligation to refuse
the breeding if, in my opinion, it is not in the best interest of the
breed.
As a responsible stud dog owner, I understand that should I refuse a
breeding, I will fully explain my reasons to the owner of the bitch.
I subscribe to the policy that only those dogs known to be free of
defects should be used for breeding. Those include unilateral or
bilateral cryptorchids, evidence of vicious or shy temperaments, and any
other defect addressed in the breed standard.
Being a responsible breeder, I will refrain from using a dog that,
although free from the above defects, consistently produces afflicted
puppies.
Whelping Area: The whelping area must be a warm, clean and
roomy area with easy accessible for cleaning and inspection. For both
pups and mother, the kennel owner must provide a healthy whelping area
for maximum growth, survival, exercise and socialization with humans.
Confinement: Each litter must be segregated or properly
identified. Dogs must be confined in such a manner that prevents their
escape yet provides adequate room for individual mobility. Crated dogs
must have exercise area and receive adequate exercise daily. Females in
season must be separated from males (other than the male she is bred to)
for the entire heat cycle.
SALES: I will be discriminating in the sale of my puppies,
and concerned with the type of homes in which they are placed. My
dogs/puppies will not be sold to dog wholesalers, retailers or pet
stores.
I will transfer all applicable registration papers at the time the
purchase agreement is completed and is agreeable to both parties.
Upon the sale of a puppy, I will provide the buyer with a diet record,
an inoculation and parasite control record, and a health guarantee.
I will refrain from releasing any puppy until it is at least seven (7)
weeks old, or eight (8) weeks old if the puppy is to be shipped.
ADVERTISING: I agree that all advertising of dogs/puppies should
be factual and honest, both in substance and implication.
I will avoid encouraging buyers regarding the breeding potential of a
dog/puppy. The breeding of any purebred dogs involves certain
responsibilities, and is not to be taken lightly.
EXHIBITOR/BREEDER RELATIONS: I understand that exhibiting dogs is
a sport, and that I am expected to express good sportsmanship in all
activities. As an exhibitor I will refrain from unnecessary criticism of
other people's dogs.
As a matter of ethics, I pledge to help educate the general public as
well as to assist the novice breeder.
IMPLEMENTATION: The DDBS Code of Ethics is enforceable by the
DDBS Board of Directors under the provisions of of the By Laws of the
DDBS. Members in violation of these codes are subject to disciplinary
actions of the DDBS including suspension and/or expulsion.
Kennel owners must meet all local, county and state government
requirements for kennel operations.
Adapted from the United Kennel Club Code of Ethics.
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