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Originally Posted by gemy  The change in regulations will also increase from three to four the number of breeding females (dogs, cats or small exotic/wild pocket pets) that people may maintain before they would be required to be licensed under the Animal Welfare Act. This will allow APHIS to better concentrate its resources on ensuring the welfare of animals at larger breeding operations. Breeders who maintain four or fewer breeding females are considered hobby breeders who already provide sufficient care to their animals without APHIS’ oversight – provided they only sell the offspring of animals born and raised on their premises for pets or exhibition USDA - APHIS - Missing Page - Error 404 So what happens if you sell another dog to a breeder?? If you fall under the APHIS definition you must keep your breeding establishment to AWA standards. And Nancy that is where you will find what AWA wants in terms of kennels. |
I think you can sell a dog to anther breeder as a breeding dog without any problem or restrictions, that's what Bjh was saying, I haven't seen the actual bill in some time, lost all my bookmarks, so I can't tell you what the rules are for those who would have to be listed, but again, you can solve that problem by allowing your clients to see the dog before you actually sell it. I've really never talked to a breeder who didn't insist on meeting her clients. I truly believe all breeders should do this, and if they won't they need to have some type of license.
Here's the email address if anyone would like to ask questions.
ace@aphis.usda.gov>;