| Nancy1999 | 08-02-2008 08:20 AM |
I too would only purchase AKC dogs, I consider the other registries "paper" registries and meaningless since they will register any dog without proof. Many also register mix breeds, what's the point of that? I support the AKC because they are the only registry that does unannounced routine inspections and DNA testing. When the a breeder is suspended from the AKC he often looks to one of the alternative registries, and is easily accepted. See this link for more information on registries. Registries Quote:
CKC-Continental Kennel Club (do not confuse with Canadian Kennel Club!)
CKC will recognize a cross between any two purebred dogs, and will issue a registration certificate on their offspring. These crosses are not registered as purebred dogs but are registered as the offspring of purebred dogs. CKC accepts no responsibility for any inaccurate, false, or fraudulent information submitted on registration applications. They sponsor no shows or championships. They also give big fee breaks to large kennels registering lots of dogs (such as Puppy Mills). Will register dogs not registered with other recognized registries.
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On a side note, there are many threads in the forum referring to the Teresita Hughes case, and the cruelty she inflicted on her breeding dogs. She was thrown out of the AKC over 6 years ago, but sells her dogs CKC with no problem. For more information, see my signature, and sign the petition if you haven't already. | 