BCCSC Code of Ethics

The BCCSC follows the BCCA Code of Ethics

The Bearded Collie Club of America, in order to

protect, preserve and promote the advancement

and proper breeding and showing of the Bearded

Collie, as well as ethical practices, does hereby set

forth this Code of Ethics.

All members shall maintain the best possible

standards of health and care of their dogs and shall

sell only those who are in good health and

condition at the time of delivery. The breeder shall

keep and pass on to the buyer accurate health,

breeding and registration records at the time of the

sale.

Registration with the American Kennel Club is the

responsibility of the breeder. It is recommended

that all terms of agreement pertaining to sales,

leasing, whelping and breeding of dogs be

recorded in writing.

Bearded Collies shall not be sold to pet shops,

wholesale dealers, contest sponsors or to any

buyer who the breeder feels will not properly care

for the dog.

All advertising shall be of an honest and forthright

nature.

Good sportsmanship shall be advanced by

members at all times.

All members shall endeavor to help acquaint the

public as to the Standard of the Breed as adopted

by the Bearded Collie Club of America and

approved by the American Kennel Club.

Members shall be held responsible for instructions

to handlers and groomers as to the proper

grooming of the Bearded Collie so as to conform to

the Standard of the Breed.

Disciplinary action against any member for alleged

misconduct prejudicial to the best interest of the

Club or the Breed may be taken by the BCCA