An Article By John Edwards On How To Register Your Dog With The AKC
When buying a new puppy from a breeder, people must be aware that their pet is neither already registered with nor individually recognized until the application has been received and recorded. They must clearly understand that they are responsible for their pet’s registration, and should the application be lost, that replacement may not always be possible.
Some new owners are undecided about a name when they acquire their puppy’s registration application. Many experienced breeders keep a list of names appropriate for their breed. Other breeders follow a litter format, where each puppy is named, for example, according to geographical locations or the alphabet. An “A” litter might carry names such as “Aaron” or “Amy,” a B litter, “Bravo” and “Belle.” A few breeders select names, registering the animals first, then later transferring ownership. Some breeders, however, are happy to allow owners the selection, when preceded by their kennel name. Prefacing a dog’s name with a kennel name designates where the puppy was born and by whom it was bred. If the new owner also has a kennel name, it is placed afterward, signifying ownership.
The American Kennel Club limits a name to 28 spaces. These spaces may be used by any reasonable combination of letters. Applications are given only one name choice. Often people have a favorite but common name that they wish to use. These people need to be told that “King” or “Queenie” have most likely already been used by numerous dog owners. If they insist on registering their pet with the common name, then the AKC has the right to suffix the name with a number.
Permanently registering a dog’s name with the AKC is a serious business. New owners must understand that the naming process must not be treated as a joke. The AKC will not tolerate applications of names that are irreverent or in bad taste. There are a number of dogs that have been registered with one name alone. When a single name is selected, it should be unique.
Once the application for individual registration has been completely and correctly filled out, and signed in the appropriate places, it should be immediately submitted with a check or money order made payable to the Kennel Club in the proper amount. Cash should never be sent through the mail, nor are stamps acceptable. Puppy buyers will receive their dog’s permanent registered name and number from the Kennel Club usually within three to eight weeks. This will, in the case of the American Kennel Club, be a white slip with a royal purple border if the registration is not limited. If limited registration is designated by the breeder, the individual certificate will have an orange border. Offspring of dog’s with limited registration may NOT be registered.
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An Article By Jerry Welsh On How To Register Your Dog With The AKC
Will it make a difference if your dog is registered or not? Will your dog be more affectionate and loyal and will you get more satisfaction from being the owner of the dog if you devote some time to fill the registration papers and pay the registration fees? The answer would certainly depend on what is the purpose for the registration. Dogs have given us immeasurable enjoyment. For sure the dog would not mind if it comes with kennel club papers or not. In this case, registering the dog would be for the benefit of the owner.
Why is there a need to register your dog? When you register your dog, you are actually raising the value of your pet as owners of registered dogs will ensure that the blood lines of the dogs are kept pure. We know for a fact that purebred dogs are valuable. If registered, the dog and you, as the owner will be permanently recorded in the breeds history. For sure you are proud of your pet, but would you not be more proud if your impressive looking dog is being admired by other dog lovers in dog shows? Only registered dogs can participate in competitions and events. Moreover, you might think of breeding the dog in the future and only offspring of registered breeds can be registered.
There are two major kennel clubs where you can register your dog – the American Kennel Club and the United Kennel Club. If you register with AKC it is expected that the dog have at least 3 generations of verified parentage. Since the AKC already recognizes the line it is expected that the litter where the dog came from is already registered. A reputable breeder should be able to give you a Dog Registration Application when you purchase a dog. Some entries in the application form must be filled out by the seller/breeder. The dogs sex, color, markings, transfer date and the names and address of the litter owners. You, the new owner have to fill out the name of the dog, the payment option and affix your signature. You can register online or fill out a paper copy of the registration form. Pay the necessary registration fees. It usually takes several months before you can receive the AKC Registration Certificate. It will take even longer if the registration form has errors. Review the AKC registration certificate carefully. If you find any errors or problems all you have to do is contact AKC and the certificate will be changed.
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