* Be shown to Champion status
* Pass OFA certification for hips, knees, and elbows
* Pass BAER screening for hearing problems
* Be tested for common medical/genetic problems for that specific breed
* Not be used for breeding until they have been Championed and the new owner receives the registration papers
* Have a DNA profile on record
* Receive annual vaccinations (distemper, rabies, bordetella, and lyme)
* Be tested for heartworm and kept on heartworm prevention every year
* Provide proof of a negative brucellosis test
We do have a contract that must be signed at the time of purchase. All above points must be met before registration papers are transferred to the new owner. If any points are not met, papers will not be transferred. The dog must meet all of these points by 36 months (3 years) of age, or contract is null and void and registration papers will be forfeited.