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Originally Posted by Ladymom  The AKC is the only registry that requires DNA testing and does kennel inspections. When the AKC adopted these more stringent requirements, a lot of "alternative" registries like the CKC popped up.
The only way to be assured that you are getting a purebred puppy is to get one registered with the AKC. With that said, it is no guarantee of the quality of the puppy. You can end up with a Yorkie that is pretty far from the standard that has AKC papers.
Being AKC registered is a good starting point when you begin your search for a puppy. The next step is finding a breeder who adheres to the rules of the YTCA and does all the health and genetic screening beforehand, breeds dogs as close to the standard as possible, keeps puppies until they are at least 12 weeks old, etc. About Dog Registries and Kennel Clubs |
No, they are NOT the only KC that does kennel inspections, although their guildlines on those do tend to be much stricter and inspections, from what I understand seem to be more frequent/sporatic.
I see many times the "required DNA testing" brought up as a means to add to their credibility, but it doesn't neccessarily
guarantee that the dog is a purebred. Plus, sires that are not frequently used are not required to have the same DNA testing done. All it
guarantees is that if the breeder wasn't being honest, then they would be held accountable.
Again, all reasons why being aware of what indicates and honest, ethical breeder should always come FIRST.
Yes, I agree that it is a good starting point, but it does not neccessarily assure you are dealing with an ethical breeder--likewise, usage of an alternative registry does not automatically mean the breeder is dishonest, not breeding to the same code of ethics, adhering to the standard or having the same medical/genetic tests performed.