Can I ask do breeders only have to show they can afford to do these test but do not have to show any proof that they have had them done?

Are able to take back puppies? Not contracted that puppies are returned?

Health checks for the stud but not the bitch?

Also you said in your locking statement on the other thread that this site is for responsible breeders - is that only responsible breeders not rescues - are you shutting the rescue part of the site down?

LS - will have a read of your points when I get two mins

Spot - I've added "When it comes to breeding," to the start of that sentence. And opened the thread again as I locked it by accident.

With regards to rescue, of course we are still behind the rescue effort, in fact we will be drawing up a Rescues Charter too Again, I think another first in the Dog World.

With regards to your other point, this should cover it: * Give careful consideration to health issues, temperament and soundness and be aware of the specific hereditary and congenital defects affecting their breed.

But maybe we should add: and carry out all the recommended health tests for your bitch as specified by the breeds relevant club.

Affording to pay the health tests.
How about must have all relevant health tests for each breed done, with satisfactory results (according to each breed) BEFORE breeding from any male or female?
Dawn

Just 1 thing.
What about the dam being in top condition prior to breeding and having the correct care before she whelps.

Good point.

Yeah sorry it's my regulatory background

OK locked pending update.

When I get five mins I'll update the Charter and post it in a _new_ thread. We can then take it from there.

I think that will be the best way forward as then if someone's point hasn't been addressed they can bring it back up _after_ reviewing the latest update