All members of the Hungarian Mudi Club UK undertake to abide by its general Code of Ethics at all times. Failure to do so will lead to consequences which could include temporary, or a lifetime suspension from the club.

 

1.Will properly house, feed, water and exercise all dogs under their care and arrange for appropriate veterinary attention if and when required.

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2.Will agree without reservation that any veterinary surgeon who performs an operation on any of their dogs which alters the natural conformation of the animal, or who carries out a caesarean section on a bitch, may report such operations to the Kennel Club.

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3.Will agree that no healthy puppy will be culled. Puppies which may not conform to the Breed Standard should be placed in suitable pet homes.

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4.Will abide by all aspects of the Animal Welfare Act.

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5.Will not create demand for, nor supply, puppies that have been docked illegally.

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6.Will agree not to breed from a dog or bitch which could be in any way harmful to the dog or to the breed.

 

7.Will not allow any of their dogs to roam at large or to cause a nuisance to neighbours or those carrying out official duties.

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8.Will ensure that their dogs are microchipped and wear correct, legal identification on collars and will be kept leashed or under effective control when away from home.

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9.Will clean up after their dogs in public places or anywhere their dogs are being exhibited.

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10.Will only sell dogs where there is a reasonable expectation of a happy and healthy life and will help with the re-homing of a dog if the initial circumstances change.

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11.Will supply written details of all dietary requirements and give guidance concerning responsible ownership when placing dogs in a new home.

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12.Will ensure that all relevant Kennel Club documents are provided to the new owner when selling or transferring a dog, and will agree, in writing, to forward any relevant documents at the earliest opportunity, if not immediately available.

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13.Will not sell any dog to commercial dog wholesalers, retail pet dealers or directly or indirectly allow dogs to be given as a prize or donation in a competition of any kind.  Will not sell by sale or auction Kennel Club registration certificates as stand alone items (not accompanying a dog).

 

14.Will not knowingly misrepresent the characteristics of the breed nor falsely advertise dogs nor mislead any person regarding the health or quality of a dog. 

 

15.No dog to be used at stud before a minimum of 18 months, or bitch mated before the age of 24 months.

 

16. Any Mudi planned to be used in breeding must be Hip and Elbow scored by a registered scheme (BVA, OFA, PennHip, etc) The results must be made Public and not withheld when requested. Patella Luxation scoring and eye testing is also strongly advised.

 

17.Breeders should ensure all stock they breed from are free from contagious diseases.

 

18.Demonstrate good sportsmanship when taking part in competitive canine activities, regardless of the venue location or competition in question.

 

19.Not use any method of communication in a way that could be considered defamatory, insulting or detrimental to another Member, or the Society, or to the breed in general.

 

20.Always undertake breeding with the welfare and preservation of the breed in mind and not for financial gain. Volume breeding is not in the best interest of the breed.