AKC BREEDER OF MERIT PROGRAM

INTRODUCED OCTOBER 4, 2010

REQUIREMENTS

Has a history of at least 5 years involvement with AKC events.

Earned at least 4 Conformation, Performance or Companion event titles on dogs they bred.

Member of an AKC club.

Certifies that applicable health screens are performed on the sire and dam as   xxrecommended by the Parent Club.

Demonstrates a commitment to ensuring 100% of the puppies produced are AKC xxregistered enabling AKC to maintain accurate records.

     AKC BREEDER OF MERIT    

  RECOGNITION

The American Kennel Club states, "The Breeder of Merit Program honors breeder/exhibitors' dedication and hard work as they continue to produce dogs that are healthy, capable, and beautiful.  The foundation of today's AKC, Breeders of Merit have the power to influence, guide, and teach future breeders, exhibitors, and all purebred dog owners."

John Lyons, Chief Operating Officer of the AKC notes, "Our Breeders of Merit are committed to both improving their breed through health testing and selective breeding programs, and proving their breed through achievements in the show ring.  They are special and will be emulated by new breeders entering the sport.  Being a successful breeder in the Fancy does not come easy.  Years of hard work, vision, and a willingness to do the right thing are required to be successful.  Our Breeders of Merit have these qualities and deserve to be recognized." 

TO ALL

AKC BREEDERS OF MERIT

PRANA PAPILLONS

In addition to regular visits to the veterinarian,

immunizations and microchips,

PRANA PAPILLONS

receive extensive further testing

certified by the organizations below

in order to assure optimum health. 

PRANA PAPILLONS

has chosen to comply

with these recommendations. 

The Canine Health Information Center (CHIC)

issues CHIC numbers

which provide

certification

that all tests have been performed and results registered. 

CHIC numbers fulfill partial requirements for

AKC designation as

BREEDER OF MERIT.

• All health clearances recommended by the Papillon Club of America
  
• Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) certifies hearts and patellas
• Canine Eye Registration Foundation (CERF) certifies eyes
• Canine Health Information Center (CHIC) issues a CHIC number for each dog or bitch certified
• CHIC number fulfills partial requirements for designation as an American Kenel Club Breeder of Merit.   
  

 PRANA PAPILLONS

PROUD

AKC BREEDER OF MERIT

PRANA PAPILLONS

PROMOTES

HEALTH-TESTED PARENTS

FOR HEALTHIER PUPPIES

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