The Royal Kennel Club Code of Ethics

All members of the Havanese Club of Great Britain are required to abide by the Royal Kennel Club Code of Ethics.

1. Breeders/owners should not breed from a dog or bitch which could be in any way harmful to the dog or to the breed.

2. All breeders/owners should breed only from those dogs which have been health tested, where appropriate tests exist, and only use those dogs which have passed those tests.

3. Breeders should ensure all reasonable precautions are taken to prevent infection or anything likely to cause disease in their kennel.

4. Breeders should make every effort to avoid conditions or abnormalities that are known to be hereditary and which are likely to cause disease or affect the welfare of the dog.

5. Members should not allow any of their dogs to stray.

6. Members should provide all their dogs with proper veterinary care and attention.

7. Members should not breed from a bitch more than once a year, or breed from a bitch which is under the age of twelve months, or permit the mating of a bitch under their control if they are not the owner.

8. Members should not misrepresent the qualities of a dog when making a sale, or use deceptive means to place a dog.

9. Members should not sell any dog to commercial dog wholesalers, retail pet dealers, or directly or indirectly allow dogs to be given as prizes or sold at auction.

10. Members should not offer perpetual challenge cups or trophies to be won outright.

11. Members should not allow dogs to be photographed in a manner that is misleading or demeaning to the breed.

12. Members must comply with all relevant legislation governing the keeping of animals.

13. All members must comply with the Royal Kennel Club Regulations for Classification and Registration of Breeds, and the Standard of Points.