Assured Breeders

This form should be used by Assured Breeders to register a litter onto the Kennel Club Breed Register.

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All breeders who register their puppies, and new owners who register ownership of their dogs with the Kennel Club, accept the jurisdiction of the Kennel Club and undertake to abide by its general Code of Ethics.

The Kennel Club Assured Breeder Scheme promotes good breeding practice and breeders must agree to follow set requirements, which encourage the breeding of healthy, well-adjusted puppies.

Although many responsible dog breeders fulfil the scheme's requirements, the KCABS ensures that the puppy buying public know which breeders are declaring to follow good practice

There are currently four accolades that Assured Breeders may qualify for

The Kennel Club a number of Breeder Assessors who play a central role in maintaining the high standards of the Kennel Club Assured Breeder Scheme as it continues to grow in size and stature.

The purpose of visiting breeders is simply to ensure compliance of the Kennel Club Assured Breeder Scheme. Here's what to expect before, during and after a Breeder Assessor visit.

Recent consultation with breed clubs has highlighted a lack of awareness of policing measures used in connection with the Assured Breeder Scheme

List of advice sheets for Assured Breeders

As part of its new membership structure, the Kennel Club is offering great new benefits to Assured Breeders. Read more.

Assured Breeder Scheme members recently contributed to research looking into rates of puppy losses in the first three weeks of life. Read the survey results.

Recent updates have been made to the Assured Breeder Scheme (ABS) to further improve dog health and responsible breeding. Read more.