Code of Ethics

Breeding

As a small and ethical Breeder of Presa Canarios I will plan each breeding I do for the sole purpose of improving the breed.

I will select the stud dog and female from an acquired knowledge base for conformation and temperament with a careful study of the breed standard, and the principles of genetics and inherited health disorders of this breed.
I will not breed any Presa Canario until they are physically mature. HEALTH CERTIFICATIONS are encouraged by all Presa Canario breeders.
Before entering into any breeding commitment, I will study the pedigree, conformation and health records of both the sire and dam, keeping in mind the Standard of the breed as defined by FIC Standards. I have an obligation to refuse any breeding if, in my opinion, it is not in the best interest of the breed.
As a responsible stud dog owner I will fully explain my reasons for refusing to breed any female to my stud.
I believe that only those dogs known to be free of serious breed defects should be used for breeding. I will not breed monorchids, dogs with vicious or shy temperaments, or dogs whose parents are diagnosed with any serious genetic disease.
As a responsible breeder I will refrain from using a dog that consistently produces afflicted puppies.
I will require the buyers of companion puppies to spay or neuter them regardless of quality after being fully mature unless a breeder option is in the sale contract.

I will maintain high standards of health and care for my dogs and guarantee the genetic health of my dogs/puppies for no less than two years.
I WILL NOT SELL A SICK PUPPY. My Dog/Puppy will have a veterinary certificate of health as required by law before any sale.

I will show discrimination in the sale of my puppies. I will have the utmost concern with the type of homes in which they are placed. My dogs/puppies will not be sold to dog wholesalers, retailers or medical facilities.
I will transfer all applicable registration papers as required and agreed to under my contract.
Upon the sale of a dog/puppy, I will provide all the health records applicable to that sale.
I will refrain from releasing any puppy until it is at least eight weeks of age.

My advertising for dogs/puppies will be factual and honest. I will allow the use of any photos I have given to the buyer of any of my dogs/puppies. ALL Buyers have the right to use an approved photo of the sire or dam of their dog if I own them.