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Portuguese Podengo Pequeno Club of America (PPPCA™) Code of Ethics
Preamble
The members of the Portuguese Podengo Pequeno Club of America (PPPCA) share a deep concern for the welfare and future of the Portuguese Podengo Pequeno. The PPPCA Code of Ethics has been developed in accordance with the purpose of the Club and the PPPCA Constitution to encourage and promote quality in the breeding of purebred Portuguese Podengo Pequenos. The PPPCA Code of Ethics is designed to promote sound ownership and breeding practices that preserve the health of the Portuguese Podengo Pequeno and adhere to the Breed Standard of Excellence. In accordance with the PPPCA by-laws, prospective members are asked to sign the PPPCA Code of Ethics as part of the membership application.
AKC
I will abide by the rules of the American Kennel Club.
I will record my Podengo Pequeno(s) with AKC-Foundation Stock Service.
I will keep accurate records in compliance with the AKC.
PPPCA
I will abide by the By-Laws and Constitution of the PPPCA.
Personal and Peer Conduct
I will display good sportsmanship and conduct, treating fellow club members, exhibitors, judges and spectators with respect and courtesy, whether at home, traveling or at shows
I accept responsibility for the behavior of my Podengo Pequeno(s) at all times, including keeping them under control and cleaning up after them, especially at shows, hotels and other public places.
General Podengo Pequeno Husbandry
In matters relating to the sport of purebred dogs, I will put the welfare of my dog(s) above all else.
Each dog I own or co-own will be, to the best of my knowledge and ability, provided with proper living quarters, nutrition, exercise, socialization and health care.
Podengo Pequeno Breeding
If I breed a litter, I will be prepared to maintain the puppies myself or arrange safe accommodations for them until suitable homes are found for each one.
My puppies will be at least 8 weeks old before being transferred to their new owner.
I will not breed a bitch before 2 years of age or after 8 years of age, without her veterinarian s approval. I will not use a stud prior to 1 year of age or after 10 years of age, without his veterinarian s approval.
I will breed only those Podengo Pequenos with three-generation pedigrees.
My breeding stock will conform as closely as possible to the written Standard of Excellence, be sound in mind and body and free from any known hereditary defects.
All of my breeding stock will be certified by CERF (eyes) and OFA (hips) and patellas (by veterinary examination) at or after two years of age. Any stud dog used prior to two years will have hips and patellas certified prior to use.
I will have each of my Podengo Pequenos micro-chipped for permanent identification.
All of my breeding stock will have their DNA registered at AKC prior to breeding.
I will not breed Podengo Pequenos with Podengo Medios or Grandes.
I will not breed Portuguese Podengos with other breeds.
I will report all hereditary health problems to the PPPCA s health database coordinator.
Transfer of Ownership /Paperwork
When transferring ownership of a Podengo Pequeno, I will provide an AKC-FSS recording certificate or an application for AKC-FSS recording (when the litter rather the individual dog has been recorded), unless I am deliberately withholding it pending an action, such as spaying/neutering, required of the new owner in a contract. I will also provide a three-generation pedigree with varieties noted and a written sales agreement and any other information such as medical records and puppy care information.
I will not sell or donate a Podengo Pequeno or any Podengo Pequeno genetic material to any intermediate group, shop, auction or broker, nor will I broker or assist in brokering Podengo Pequenos.
When transferring ownership of a Podengo Pequeno, I will ensure that the dog is up to date on necessary vaccinations and is transferred with written records indicating this. A current health certificate will be provided to any new owner who requests it.
When transferring ownership of a Podengo Pequeno, I will actively encourage the new owner to become a member of the PPPCA.
When transferring ownership of a Podengo Pequeno with hereditary defects or disqualifying faults, I will make full disclosure of the condition to the buyer.
When transferring ownership of a Podengo Pequeno, I will screen prospective homes carefully, using questionnaires, discussion and/or home visits to help determine if the dog and the home are a good match. I will educate prospective owners about the temperament and likely traits of the dog, and the investment of time, money and energy that will be required to properly house, train and maintain a Podengo Pequeno. I will remain available to the new owner for ongoing support.
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