DogHobbyist.com supports the responsible breeding of pedigree dogs. We host websites for, accept advertising and sponsorships from, and list only code of ethics registered breeders.

Responsible breeders seek to preserve and improve their chosen breeds, and are involved with clubs, rescue, education, and other dog-related activities. They register their puppies with reputable registries, screen their buyers to make sure their animals are placed in appropriate homes, and make provisions to ensure that the dog will have a good home for its lifetime.

As a DogHobbyist.com registered Code of Ethics breeder, I state that:

• I breed my dogs with care and attention for the preservation and improvement of my chosen breed(s).
• I test my breeding program in an objective venue such as conformation showing, work, tests and trials, etc.
• I research health, temperament, and conformation for each litter I breed.
• I provide health and temperament information on my breed in general as well as on my specific dogs or puppies to all prospective puppy buyers, as well as copies of all appropriate health and genetic clearances. All puppies are examined by a veterinarian before placement.
• I register my litters with the American Kennel Club, Canadian Kennel Club, United Kennel Club, or other all breed or breed-specific registries that have similar standards. I provide all required documentation with each puppy, in accordance with the rules and regulations of the registry.
• I personally and carefully screen each prospective puppy buyer to ensure that the home is appropriate for the breed and the individual dog. I take back puppies at any time during their life, ensuring that each dog I breed has a home for its lifetime. All puppy placements are done by the breeder, never by third parties such as brokers, dealers, or wholesalers, nor through auctions, or as prizes.
• I am a member in good standing of a breed-related, show-related, canine education-related, working dog-related, or rescue-related club or organization.