Notice to Directory Users

The Ann Arbor Kennel Club has made every effort to insure that the breeders listed herein are reputable individuals endeavoring to produce puppies of good quality and health. However, it should be understood that a listing in this Directory in no way implies an endorsement by the Ann Arbor Kennel Club just as the omission of an advertiser does not automatically imply an act of censure. The Ann Arbor Kennel Club cannot be held responsible for any agreements or guarantees between buyer and seller.

For persons using this Directory who discover false advertising or wish to file a complaint against any of the advertisers listed herein, the Ann Arbor Kennel Club Board of Directors will acknowledge any grievance submitted in writing to the Corresponding Secretary:

Brian Palmer
7559 Zeeb Road
Dexter MI 4830

Persons submitting telephoned or other verbal complaints will not receive Board action.

Thank you.

Questions about Directory operations? Please contact:

Camilla Thorne
4200 Maute Road
Grass Lake, MI 49240-9260
(517) 522-8721
Email: mar-wil@juno.com

Amy J. Andrews
18105 Kirkshire
Beverly Hills, MI 48025
Email: sharilborders@yahoo.com

Expectations of Dog Breeder Directory Advertisers

Advertisers must:

1. Supply a bill of sale to every purchaser.
2. Supply either a Written Statement of Health At The Time Of Sale or a Written HealthGuarantee/ Warranty with each sale.

Advertisers should:

1. Have an established breeding program, not just a single stud dog and/or brood bitch.
2. Maintain proper sanitary conditions in their kennel
3. Be members of a specialty or all-breed club.
4. Be exhibitors at AKC or UKC events.
5. Practice needed health screening applicable for their particular breed. Public stud dogs should be properly maintained with appropriate health screening (ex. Brucellosis tests, OFA Certification, ACVO eye checks, etc.) Brood bitches should be bred with the intent to preserve the breed and keep it healthy.
6. If a member of a club with a "Code of Ethics," be familiar with their Code
   and have a copy on hand at all times.
7. Enthusiastically assist persons who have problems or questions pertaining to a dog
   acquired from that advertiser.

Attention Dog Buyers

In accordance with guidelines established by the American Kennel Club, all AAKC Dog
Breeder Directory Advertisers are required to include with each puppy or dog sale (companion pet or show):

1. A Bill of Sale
   A bill of sale is a receipt (preprinted or handwritten) which identifies the puppy being sold, states the fee paid for the dog and any additional terms.
   
   
2. A Statement of Health
   A Statement of Health is a declaration the puppy or adult being sold is health at the time of sale. This statement can be composed by the advertisier or their veterinarian and must also include recourse in the event the puppy or dog is not healthy at time of sale.
   
   OR
   
   
3. A Written Health Guarantee/Warranty
   A “guarantee” or “warranty” includes a written statement of health at the time of sale and additional buyer protection against congenital problems, inherited defects, etc. The health guarantee should also include how a defect is determined and the procedure the breeder and purchaser are expected to follow in the event sold puppy/adult is diagnosed with a defect. Perspective new owners are advised to read any sales contracts and guarantees carefully before purchase.
   
   The Ann Arbor Kennel Club is in no way responsible for any agreements, written or verbal, between the enclosed breeders and purchasers. The listing of any Club or individual advertiser in the Directory does not denote an endorsement of that club or person or any of the documents used in the sale process by the Ann Arbor Kennel Club, its Board of Directors or its members.
   
   If you have any questions or desire a generic sample of any of these documents, contact the Breeder Directory Committee at:
   
   Amy Andrews
   Email: sharilborders@yahoo.com
   
   Camilla Thorne
   Email: mar-wil@juno.com
   
   Thank you.

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