[JeanieK]

Originally Posted by Mardelin

Belonging to a club doesn't prove one's ethics. You either have them or you don't. Code of Ethics and Conduct are guidelines for club members to follow. One doesn't have to be a member to follow them.

If your ethics and practices are impecciable, your reputation as a breeder/person will preceed you. You will become one that one wants to business with.

Just because one registers their dogs with AKC does not make you reputable.