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SCGB Code of Ethics

This Code of Ethics applies to everyone who has agreed to be subject to the jurisdiction of the Schnauzer Club of Great Britain i.e. Club Members, They, whether owner, keeper or in temporary charge of a dog for any purpose, accept their responsibility in that:-

1. I/We will properly house, feed, water and exercise all dogs under my/our care and arrange for appropriate veterinary attention if and when required.

2. I/We will not allow any of my/our dogs to roam or to cause a nuisance to neighbours or those carrying out official duties.

3. When my/our dogs are away from home, I/We will ensure that they shall wear properly tagged collars and shall be kept fully leashed or under effective control.

4. I/We acknowledge responsibility to clean up after my/our dogs in public places or anywhere where they are being exhibited

5 I/We agree that any Veterinary Surgeons operating on any of my/our dogs in such a way that the operation alters the natural conformation of the dog and any part thereof, may report such an operation to the Kennel Club.

6. I/We will (if I/We breed) use or give service to only registered stock that is physically and temperamentally sound and in good health and soundness.

7. I/We will only sell stock to homes where I am/We are satisfied the animal will have a happy and healthy life and will help with the re-housing of a dog if the initial circumstances change.

8. I/We will, when placing my/our dogs in new homes, provide written details of all dietary requirements and supply guidance concerning responsible ownership.

9. I/We will not knowingly sell any dog to commercial dog wholesalers, retail pet dealers or directly or indirectly allow dogs to be given as a prize or donation in any contest of any kind or as an unexpected gift.

10. In advertising I/We will be truthful and informative.

11. When selling or transferring a dog to another person. I/We will ensure that all relevant documents are provided to the new owner, except by written agreement by the seller and purchaser.

12. I/We will use the official Kennel Club and the SCGB standard of the 3 Breeds of Schnauzer when evaluating and breeding my/our own stock and encourage its application in judging.

13. I/We agree that all our breeding stock will be eye-tested in accordance with current SCGB/KC/BSVA advice and that all litters bred by me/us will be eye-tested by an Eye Specialist prior to sale. I/We agree to submit copies of all eye certificates (including litter screening certificates) before my/our name(s) can be added to the Club’s ‘Puppies available’ lists.