Maremma Sheepdog Club of America - Code of Ethics
In (Maremmano-Abruzzese) Maremma Sheepdog breeding, the emphasis shall be placed upon working ability and other outstanding qualities of character of this breed, as well as upon appearance. It is mandatory that a Code of Ethics be subscribed to by those who are concerned with the propagation of physically, mentally and temperamentally sound Maremma Sheepdogs of proper breed type. Measures should be taken to acquaint the general public with the contents of this Code so that they may not become innocent partners and supporters of improper breeding practices.
Consistent with the above, I agree to breed discriminately and only upon strong evidence of the possibility of finding suitable homes for the resulting puppies. I understand and agree that to breed ill advisedly may lead to over-population and contribute to the deterioration of the Maremma Sheepdog breed.
RECORDS
If I breed my bitch or use my stud dog in service will keep accurate records of stock, matings and pedigrees and will register all my dogs with Dogs NSW as is required under their code of ethics and that of the ANKC.
BREEDING
I agree to use for breeding only those Maremma Sheepdogs which have no disqualifying faults and no radical departure from the official standard as accepted by MSCA. In addition, I agree to breed only hip and elbow scored dogs with appropriate low scores showing they are free of hip/elbow dysplasia.
I will breed only normal, healthy mature bitches. I will not permit my bitch to produce litters in 3 consecutive seasons. Puppies that are deformed or that deviate substantially from the Maremma Sheepdog standard will be euthanized or registered as non-breeding quality only and desexed before they leave our care.
I will breed only normal, healthy, mature dogs. I will refuse stud service to any bitch which has disqualifying faults, is not fully health tested or which I consider to be in poor health. When a bitch has failed to conceive after being bred to one of my stud dogs I will allow one repeat service at such time and place as are mutually agreed to by the owner of the bitch and myself, provided the stud dog is still in good health and available.
HEALTH
I agree to maintain good standards of health and care for my dogs including round the clock supervision and the provision of proper veterinary care.
SALES
I shall refuse to sell to or recommend breeders who do not conform to this Code or to dog wholesalers and retailers. I shall use a sales contract or written agreement/guarantee with any sale or purchase involving a dog. To the best of my ability, I will state clearly to a buyer whether the puppy or dog being sold is potentially a working or companion dog. I shall not release any puppies before they are eight weeks of age in accordance with Dogs NSW and ANKC regulations and only with the full knowledge that they are healthy and have had the required age appropriate vaccinations.
I shall give buyers of puppies or adult dogs accurate health, breeding and registration records and a 3 generation pedigree. I require my puppy purchasers to provide public obedience training at the proper age. I will desex or alternatively at the buyers option either vasectomise or perform tubal ligation on all puppies prior before they leave our care.
As a breeder I will make a serious effort to see that every dog will have an adequate home and will be loved and properly cared for.
ADVERTISING
I agree that my advertising, oral and written, shall be factual and not worded so as to attract undesirable buyers.
GENERAL CONDUCT AND SPORTSMANSHIP
I shall conduct myself at all times in a manner which will reflect credit upon me and the breed, regardless of the location or circumstances, but especially when attending dog shows, trials or tests, whether as an exhibitor or spectator.
I agree that I will not co-own a dog and participate in the breeding of said dog with a person who does not subscribe to and support this Code.
If I should become aware of the maltreatment, misuse or need for relocation of any Maremma Sheepdog I will notify any or all of the following for resolution of the problem: a member of the Board of Directors, the correct authorities in my area, the breeder and further I shall do all things humanly possible to ensure the return of any babies we have bred if required.
In (Maremmano-Abruzzese) Maremma Sheepdog breeding, the emphasis shall be placed upon working ability and other outstanding qualities of character of this breed, as well as upon appearance. It is mandatory that a Code of Ethics be subscribed to by those who are concerned with the propagation of physically, mentally and temperamentally sound Maremma Sheepdogs of proper breed type. Measures should be taken to acquaint the general public with the contents of this Code so that they may not become innocent partners and supporters of improper breeding practices.
Consistent with the above, I agree to breed discriminately and only upon strong evidence of the possibility of finding suitable homes for the resulting puppies. I understand and agree that to breed ill advisedly may lead to over-population and contribute to the deterioration of the Maremma Sheepdog breed.
RECORDS
If I breed my bitch or use my stud dog in service will keep accurate records of stock, matings and pedigrees and will register all my dogs with Dogs NSW as is required under their code of ethics and that of the ANKC.
BREEDING
I agree to use for breeding only those Maremma Sheepdogs which have no disqualifying faults and no radical departure from the official standard as accepted by MSCA. In addition, I agree to breed only hip and elbow scored dogs with appropriate low scores showing they are free of hip/elbow dysplasia.
I will breed only normal, healthy mature bitches. I will not permit my bitch to produce litters in 3 consecutive seasons. Puppies that are deformed or that deviate substantially from the Maremma Sheepdog standard will be euthanized or registered as non-breeding quality only and desexed before they leave our care.
I will breed only normal, healthy, mature dogs. I will refuse stud service to any bitch which has disqualifying faults, is not fully health tested or which I consider to be in poor health. When a bitch has failed to conceive after being bred to one of my stud dogs I will allow one repeat service at such time and place as are mutually agreed to by the owner of the bitch and myself, provided the stud dog is still in good health and available.
HEALTH
I agree to maintain good standards of health and care for my dogs including round the clock supervision and the provision of proper veterinary care.
SALES
I shall refuse to sell to or recommend breeders who do not conform to this Code or to dog wholesalers and retailers. I shall use a sales contract or written agreement/guarantee with any sale or purchase involving a dog. To the best of my ability, I will state clearly to a buyer whether the puppy or dog being sold is potentially a working or companion dog. I shall not release any puppies before they are eight weeks of age in accordance with Dogs NSW and ANKC regulations and only with the full knowledge that they are healthy and have had the required age appropriate vaccinations.
I shall give buyers of puppies or adult dogs accurate health, breeding and registration records and a 3 generation pedigree. I require my puppy purchasers to provide public obedience training at the proper age. I will desex or alternatively at the buyers option either vasectomise or perform tubal ligation on all puppies prior before they leave our care.
As a breeder I will make a serious effort to see that every dog will have an adequate home and will be loved and properly cared for.
ADVERTISING
I agree that my advertising, oral and written, shall be factual and not worded so as to attract undesirable buyers.
GENERAL CONDUCT AND SPORTSMANSHIP
I shall conduct myself at all times in a manner which will reflect credit upon me and the breed, regardless of the location or circumstances, but especially when attending dog shows, trials or tests, whether as an exhibitor or spectator.
I agree that I will not co-own a dog and participate in the breeding of said dog with a person who does not subscribe to and support this Code.
If I should become aware of the maltreatment, misuse or need for relocation of any Maremma Sheepdog I will notify any or all of the following for resolution of the problem: a member of the Board of Directors, the correct authorities in my area, the breeder and further I shall do all things humanly possible to ensure the return of any babies we have bred if required.