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Originally Posted by megansmomma  I think you are confused. The AKC does not personally go out and check the breeding conditions at the mills. As for pricing, a store can charge whatever they want it is the public that makes the demand and uninformed/uneducated consumers are purchasing from the pet stores. THAT is the reason that we are all trying to spread awareness of all these dirty secrets. Sometimes the issue is just so huge that it becomes difficult to wrap your brain around.  |
But they do! Here is a small quote from their site: "
The AKC is the only purebred registry in the United States with an ongoing routine kennel inspection program. The AKC has a dedicated team of field inspectors who visit kennels to ensure the proper care and conditions of AKC-registered dogs and verify that breeders are maintaining accurate records for their dogs. In 2007, AKC field inspectors conducted approximately 5,600 inspections nationwide. The AKC dedicates nearly $6 million annually to its compliance programs to ensure the accuracy of its registry and the care and conditions of dogs raised by breeders of AKC dogs." You can read more bout their inspection and investigation programs at this site:
American Kennel Club - Investigations and Inspections Department