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Originally Posted by Mardelin  From the Code of Ethics
7) A member shall not defame another member of the YTCA nor seek to impair member's or the YTCA's reputation, provided however, a member shall report any serious situation, created by another member, that is detrimental to the breed or is inconsistent with these principles.
Based on this Ethic and until the investigation is completed a YTCA member is not at liberty to discuss the situation.
The breeder in question is not being covered for, Elaine asked about the breeder, she contacted YTCA members for their opinion, it was given.
There is good in bad in every organization. And as I've stated over and over again, recommending a breeder is a big responsiblity and one should not do so without fully knowing one's breeeding practice. If I'm approached on another breeder, be it YTCA or not, that I know to be of questionable breeding practices, I will not speak badly of them, but will not recommend.
I may lead someone to the YTCA breeder referral list but, from that point it's up to the buyer to conduct their own investigation. |
Donna explained very well the defamation clause of the code of ethics, but thank you for posting from the actual document. I realize the code prevents you from naming the breeder at this point, but will you name the breeder after the investigation?
I understand there is good and bad in every organization. But I also think when you have knowledge that someone isn't a good breeder and remain quiet, essentially you are condoning their breeding program.
Nancy....I won't quote your post but will answer you in another thread discussing the merits and lack thereof regarding the YTCA. But quickly did want to add, my problem as I've stated before is primarily with breeders whether they are YTCA or not. Unlike some, I don't look to YTCA as the reining deity of yorkie breeders.