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  • NERRC Breeder Referral Package
    ~~ If you are considering a Rhodesian Ridgeback for your family, please read our comprehensive NERRC Breeder Referral Package , it is a valuable resource ~~

  • RRCUS Breeders Listing


    • How To Choose A Breeder?
    These links will provide information on making that choice:

     HOW TO RECOGNIZE A REPUTABLE DOG BREEDER
    Buying A Puppy?
    Breeding/Breeder Information
    Breeding Responsibly
    10 TIPS ON WHERE TO BUY A PUREBRED PUPPY
    Backyard Breeder vs Reputable Breeder
    About Dog Registries and Kennel Clubs
    San Diego Rhodesian Ridgeback Club
    Help with finding a dog
    Comparision of Responsible Breeders and Backyard Breeders

    Please take the time to read
    Things to Know Before You Buy a Rhodesian Ridgeback
    compliments of Clayton Heathcock.

    CODE OF ETHICS

    Code of Ethics

    This Code of Ethics is presented as a guide for members whose foremost aims should be the welfare and improvement of the breed. The purpose of these guidelines is to set forth minimum principles of practice to which the Rhodesian Ridgeback Club of the United States, Inc. would have its members adhere as they strive to accomplish the goals and purposes set forth in the constitution and bylaws of RRCUS. These guidelines are presented with the realization that ethics are difficult to regulate and that most individuals desire and intend to do what is right. Education and communication are the preferred methods of obtaining compliance to this code; however, flagrant, serious, and/or repeated disregard of this code may result in charges. When in any doubt of any of the following points, an ethical owner is urged to consult with authorities, such as experienced, reputable breeders or the Ethics Committee.
    I. HEALTH
    1. All dogs shall be kept in a clean, healthy, and safe environment.
    2. Dogs will be provided with all socialization, vaccinations, worming, and anti-parasite treatments necessary to provide maximum mental and physical well being.
    3. When a Ridgeback must be euthanized the procedure should be humanely performed.

    II. BREEDING
    1. A breeder's aim and foremost responsibility shall be to produce the healthiest and best representatives of the breed possible.
    2. Each litter shall be the result of conscientious planning, including consideration of health, soundness, temperament, and conformity to the official standard of the breed.
    3. Only healthy, mature adult dogs shall be used in a breeding program. Additional precautions, including a veterinarian consultation, should be taken when breeding a bitch over seven (7) years and under 18 months of age.
    4. Only dogs screened and certified clear of hip dysplasia shall be bred. Breeders are encouraged to screen for all appropriate hereditary disorders.
    5. Only purebred, American Kennel Club (AKC) [or equivalent] registered Rhodesian Ridgebacks shall be used for breeding.
    6. Breeders and Stud dog owners are held responsible for the progeny of their dogs. Both are required to assist in the placement and care of any dog in rescue that is either bred by them or sired by a dog that is owned, co-owned or leased by them. 'Breeder' is defined as the owner, co-owner or leasee at the time of whelp. 'Stud dog owner' is defined as owner or co-owner of the stud at the time of the breeding.

    III. SALES
    1. Breeders must be particularly concerned with the proper placement of puppies, both pet and show potential. Puppies should not be displayed in public places for the sole purpose of immediate sale.
    2. Breeders shall urge purchasers to spay or neuter any dog which is not considered breedable quality and make use of limited registrations where appropriate. If puppies with serious defects or faults (dermoid sinus, ridgelessness) are sold rather than culled, the breeder must take the extra responsibility to see that the dog is spayed or neutered. Dermoid surgery should be performed prior to placing the pup in a new home.
    3. Members will not knowingly furnish puppies or adult dogs for wholesale, pet shops, or dispose of them as "Give away" prizes; neither will they sell puppies to nor breed to dogs owned by those whom they have reason to believe may do so.
    4. Members will not dispose of dogs or puppies by giving them to the local animal shelter, pound, humane society or any organization of that type.
    5. Registration papers or a bill of sale stating sire, dam, and date of birth shall accompany puppies as they go to new homes.
    6. Breeders shall furnish the buyer with written details on feeding, dates of inoculations, de-worming, and general care of the dog and the name and address of a licensed Veterinarian who has examined the puppy after the age of six weeks.
    7. Responsibility of the breeder does not stop with the sale. The breeder should be available for consultation and to assist in the placement of any dog sold by the breeder if such need arises.

    IV. REGISTRATION AND RECORDS
    1. All members shall keep complete and accurate records of individual dogs, breedings, litters, pedigrees, and puppy sales as required by the AKC, and abide by the AKC rules and regulations.

    V. EXHIBITION
    1. Members shall abide by the rules and regulations of the AKC (or the rules of the Club under which the event is held), and exhibit in the spirit of good sportsmanship.
    2. Hotels and show grounds shall be treated with respect and left in a clean condition.
    3. Consideration of other guests in the hotel is imperative and dogs creating a disturbance are to be attended to immediately and precautions taken to see that it does not happen again.
    4. A member does not engage in false or misleading statements about a judge, exhibitor, fellow member, another dog, or misrepresentation of their own dogs.
    5. Alleged misconduct should be objectively and calmly presented to the proper representative of this Club or the AKC when appropriate.


    Members shall do all within their power to uphold, promote, and protect the interests of the breed by conducting themselves in a manner reflecting credit on the Club, its members, their dogs, and the dog world in general.



    Last Updated 03/20/2008 Copyright NERRC 1998-2005
    BREEDER DIRECTORY

    Breeder Directory

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    Breeders listed here are members of The Rhodesian Ridgeback Club of the United States, Inc.(RRCUS) and have paid to be listed in the breeder directory. They have also agreed to abide by the RRCUS Code of Ethics. NERRC does not endorse or recommend any breeder listed here nor does NERRC guarantee the services provided by any breeder listed in this directory.

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    • Last Updated 05/02/2007 Copyright NERRC 1998-2005