Members Code of Ethics
Comprising The Kennel Club General Code of Ethics

Members will properly house, feed, water and exercise all dogs under their care and arrange for appropriate veterinary attention if and when required. Members will not allow any of their dogs to roam at large or to cause a nuisance to neighbours or those carrying out official duties. Members will ensure that their dogs will wear properly tagged collars and shall be kept fully leashed or under effective control when away from home. Members will clean up after their dogs in public places or anywhere where they compete with their dogs. Members will agree without reservation that any veterinary surgeon performing an operation on any of their dogs which alters the natural conformation of the animal, may report such operation to the Kennel Club. Members agree not to breed from a bitch in any way which is deleterious to the bitch or breed. Members agree only to sell dogs where there is a reasonable expectation of a happy and healthy life and will help with the re-homing of a dog if the initial circumstances change. Members will supply written details of all dietary requirements and give guidance concerning responsible ownership when placing dogs in a new home. Members will not sell any dog to commercial dog wholesalers, retail pet dealers or directly or indirectly allow dogs to be given as a prize or donation in a competition of any kind. Members will not knowingly misrepresent the characteristics of the breed nor falsely advertise dogs or mislead any person regarding the quality of a dog. Members will ensure that all relevant Kennel Club documents are provided to the new owner when selling or transferring a dog. The member will agree, in writing, to forward any relevant documents at the earliest opportunity, if not immediately available.