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Members Code of Ethics. MEMBERS CODE OF ETHICS
Every member of Albany Kennel Club is obligated to protect the best interests of purebred dogs.
Every member should conduct himself in a manner that will reflect credit to himself, his breed(s) and the Albany Kennel Club.
Members who are breeders or who offer the use of stud dogs will to the best of their ability, strive to produce dogs of exceptional quality. They will use dogs for breeding purposes that are eligible for AKC registration or any other registries recognized by the AKC, or are recognized as a miscellaneous breed.
Members will not misrepresent their dogs or puppies to purchasers or through false or misleading advertisements.
It is considered unethical for members of Albany Kennel Club to sell or donate dogs to commercial dog wholesalers or retailers; or in any manner aid and abet such activities, or donate dogs to auctions or for use as prizes in contests.
As breeders they will maintain high standards of care for their dogs.
Members will try to enlighten the public as to the Standards of their respective breeds, the care of their breeds and wherever they are qualified to help.
Breeder-members will always supply purchasers with: registration records unless there is a written agreement signed by the breeder and purchaser noting the reason that the papers are withheld, a four-generation pedigree and care information at the time of sale, and they will help the owners for the life of the dog in every reasonable way.
Members who offer the use of their dogs at stud will make every effort to refrain from breeding a bitch owned by an individual who deals with pet shops or wholesale dealers. Members will also do all they can to enlighten novice breeders to the responsibilities one assumes when becoming a breeder.
Members will uphold the rules of the American Kennel Club (AKC).
In joining this Club, I hereby agree to abide by its MEMBERS’ CODE OF ETHICS.
Signed:_____________________ Date:_______________________
This agreement is to remain on file with the Secretary of the Club for as long as the signee is a member in good standing.
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CLUB MEMBERSHIP and CODE OF ETHICS |
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ALBANY KENNEL CLUB, INC. Albany, New York |
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Membership. Come visit us at one of our shows or attend a general meeting, all of which are open to the public, or speak to one of our members and inquire about membership. Each person must be sponsored by a current member in good standing of the Albany Kennel Club to join.
Also, each person must 1) attend at least two meetings and 2) participate in three volunteer activities of the Albany Kennel Club before the application is considered for membership.
Dues. Annual dues of $10.00 Single or $15.00 Couple MUST ACCOMPANY APPLICATION. After July 1st, it shall be $5.00 for the balance of the year plus $10.00 for the following year for a single membership. For couples it shall be $7.50 plus $15.00 for the following year.
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Dues amounts are subject to change without notice. |