1. All Pembroke Welsh Corgi Club of America (PWCCA) members and affiliate
clubs shall be dedicated to the preservation and welfare of the Pembroke
Welsh Corgi breed.
2. All PWCCA members and affiliate clubs must insure their actions
are in the best interest of the breed, this club and its members.
3. The prime objective for breeding the Pembroke Welsh Corgi is to
produce animals of exceptional quality.
1. Only dogs and bitches of sound temperament and
structure, good health and characteristic type as described in the
American Kennel Club's (AKC) approved Official Standard for the Pembroke
Welsh Corgi should be used for breeding.
2. Dogs and bitches should not be used for breeding if they have,
in 2 litters, produced offspring with the same serious genetic defect
such as: blindness, deafness, lameness, or impairment of vital functions
which prevent these offspring from living a normal, healthy life without
major surgical or significant medical intervention.
3. Bitches to be bred must be in robust health. Eyes and hips should
be checked and found to be within normal limits. A bitch is not to
be bred prior to 1 year of age or older than 8 years, nor should she
produce more than 6 litters in her lifetime. A bitch should not be
bred more than 2 out of 3 consecutive heat seasons.
4. Stud service should be offered only to bitches whose owners adhere
to the above guidelines.
5. A male should not be used at stud unless his hips and eyes are
checked and found to be within normal limits.
6. Members should not consider breeding a litter unless they are prepared
to keep the resultant puppies for as long as it takes to suitably
place each puppy. Members offering stud service should request the
above assurance from the owners of bitches.
7. Members should take lifetime responsibility to ensure that Pembrokes
of their breeding are cared for in a safe and healthy environment.
8. The breeder of a rescued Pembroke, who is a member of the PWCCA
shall, upon notification, provide for the Corgi's care.
4. The selling of puppies and adult Pembrokes must be accomplished
in a manner that reflects the PWCCA member's care, concern and integrity.
1. All puppies and adults shall be maintained and/or
sold in a clean and healthy condition.
2. Puppies are to be a minimum of 8 weeks old, have received the appropriate
vaccination and worming, and should be examined by a veterinarian
prior to the sale.
3. A spay/neuter contract shall be used in the sale of a puppy or
adult showing a very serious fault as described in the Standard or
other faults such as monorchidism or cryptorchidism. Members are encouraged
to use the limited registration option offered by the American Kennel
Club.
4. Written agreements are recommended to specify details of the sale
including health guarantees and the breeder's lifetime responsibility.
The purchaser shall be provided with accurate and valid documentation
of the Pembroke's AKC registration and pedigree.
5. There must be no wholesaling of litters or selling of breeding
stock to pet dealers, commercial retailers or distributors or to any
party for the purpose of resale. No members should be associated with
an auction, lottery or raffle involving dogs as the prize.
5. Good sportsmanship is essential for all PWCCA members.
1. All members shall conduct themselves in a manner
that reflects credit on the Pembroke Welsh Corgi breed and the PWCCA.
2. Members should not engage in false or misleading advertising or
other misrepresentations of their Pembroke(s).
3. Members should not make false or misleading statements regarding
their competitor's person, Pembroke(s) or breeding practices.
4. Members shall be accountable for the actions of an employed handler
as they pertain to the PWCCA Code of Ethics.
Violations shall be brought before the Board for action according
to the L.P.W.C.C. Constitution and By-Laws.