IN PROGRESS 03/31/2008

The (TO BE ANNOUNCED) was formed by a group of concerned Miniature Australian Shepherd owners and breeders who shared a common interest in protecting this breed of (TO BE ANNOUNCED). Since the beginning of this not-for-profit organization (April 2008), other individuals and families have joined the founders of the (TO BE ANNOUNCED) to support and assist in this worthy endeavor. The (TO BE ANNOUNCED) is dedicated to upholding the integrity of the American Kennel Club Registry, promoting the sport of purebred dogs and breeding for type and function.

Values
 

• To encourage and promote quality in the breeding of pure-bred (TO BE ANNOUNCED) and to do all possible to bring their natural qualities to perfection; and to promote ethical breeding practices;

 

• To encourage the organization of independent local (TO BE ANNOUNCED) Specialty Clubs in those localities where there are sufficient fanciers of the breed to meet the requirements of the American Kennel Club;

 

• To urge members and breeders to accept the standard of the breed as approved by The American Kennel Club as the only standard of excellence by which (TO BE ANNOUNCED) shall be judged and to educate current and prospective judges to that standard;

 

• To do all in its power to protect and advance the interests of the breed and to encourage sportsmanlike competition at dog shows where (TO BE ANNOUNCED) compete; to conduct sanctioned matches, specialty shows, under the rules of the American Kennel Club..