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Indications for a DNA Profile

Many breeders voluntarily submit samples of their sires, dams and offspring. This helps them give a guarantee to the buyer of the puppy and adds to their reputation. There are times, however, that the AKC requires DNA profiling in order to register a certain dog or puppies.


Sires that produce seven or more litters in a lifetime must be DNA certified.


Any dog that produces more than three litters in a calendar year must be DNA certified.


Since 1998, DNA certification is required for all stud dogs whose semen is collected for fresh, extended or frozen use. This includes semen imported from outside the United States.

In addition to reviewing litter and dog records and checking dog identification, inspectors also collect DNA samples from litters and their sires or dams. If any discrepancies are found such as puppies not actually being a product of the dam or sire of record, litter registration is canceled or corrected. The AKC disciplines kennels that have more than one litter excluded within 3 years. If repeated problems occur, the AKC privileges may be withdrawn.