I didnt like the apri web-site or maybe I just read it wrong. They apparantely register AKC limited dogs for breeding purposes. No DNA testing?? Claiming that "other registries" use limited registration to cut out any competition??? And they know the aKC paper sent to them goes with said dog how? Does that mean I can send in an AKC yorkie paper to them and actually be registering with apri a mix breed? Maybe you have to send a picture? Its late. I will re-read it tomarrow.
I think AKC is the way to go!!! They have inspectors, DNA, great shows, do reserch, give seminars and shut down mills when they can. Yep, AKC is not perfect and can be political, but I think they do the best job they can. Its hard to please all of the people all of the time and its hard to catch all of the dishonest breeders all of the time. But they do catch more than any other registry. Alot of breeders on the AKC suspend list or the people afraid of DNA results have gone to other registries just to keep selling puppies as "registered". And its not like AKC just comes in and suspends immediately. They usually give you a few chances to correct the problems before taking permanent action. (unless you have a horrendous, filthy kennel with unkept dogs)Then animal control is called.
Just remember its a buyer beware market with dogs of any registry. If you dont do the reserch or ask questions, you are more likely to get a badly bred dog with health problems. Thats whats wrong with alot of people, expecially those trying to mimick Brittney Spears or Paris Hilton or be like the Hollyweird crowd. They all want instant gratification with no thought on the puppy other than to carry it around in public. JMO |