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AKC Breeder Of Merit Program
Here at the AKC, we believe in honoring responsible breeders who have gone above and beyond on health issues, temperament, and genetic screening, as well as to the individual care and placement of AKC-registerable puppies in responsible homes. That’s why we started the AKC Breeder of Merit Program: To give breeders a way to [...]
https://www.akc.org/breeder-programs/akc-breeder-of-merit-program/
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AKC Breeder of Merit Participants
Search here for breeders who have met the requirements to be a Breeder of Merit.
Breeder of Merit sponsored by Royal Canin
https://www.akc.org/breeder-programs/akc-breeder-of-merit-program/list/
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Expert Advice
Meet Breeder of Merit and Aspiring Veterinarian: Maxie Bowen
Reputable breeders don’t just breed in the moment: They are thinking years, even decades ahead, thoughtfully breeding dogs that are typey, healthy, and sound enough to continue to benefit the breed long after they are gone. And that philosophy of paying it forward is even more satisfying when a second generation decides to plunk [...]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/meet-breeder-of-merit-maxie-bowen/
| October 28, 2022
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Breeder of Merit Program
Information about the requirements and benefits of the AKC Breeder of Merit program. Because Breeder of Merit is not simply a one-time recognition, breeders who want to be considered for it must apply for the program. Successful applicants can be recognized for their work with more than one breed. Breeders of Merit are recorded in [...]
https://www.apps.akc.org//apps/breederofmerit/breederofmerit_list.cfm
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Breeder of Merit Applications
Breeder of Merit Application (PDF)
Use this form to apply for Breeder of Merit or for additional breeds
Breeder of Merit Advanced Recognition Application (PDF)
Use this form if you are currently an enrolled Breeder of Merit and wish to apply for an advanced level of Breeder of Merit
Breeder of Merit Titles Report Order [...]
https://www.akc.org/breeder-programs/akc-breeder-of-merit-program/breeder-merit-applications/
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Benefits
Breeder of Merit registration applications and registration certificates featuring a special designation
Monthly credit for online reports available in AKC Breeder Toolkit
Access to the AKC Direct toll free number
Free litter listings on AKC Marketplace for qualified breed(s)
Prime placement of AKC Marketplace listings
A certificate of distinction
Breed-specific web banners that participants [...]
https://www.akc.org/breeder-programs/akc-breeder-of-merit-program/breeder-of-merit-benefits/
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Requirements
The following must be met in order to be accepted into the program:
Has a history of at least 5 years involvement with AKC events.
Earned AKC Conformation, Performance or Companion* event titles on a minimum of 4 dogs from AKC litters they bred/co-bred in each breed applied for.
Member of an AKC club.
Certifies that [...]
https://www.akc.org/breeder-programs/akc-breeder-of-merit-program/breeder-of-merit-requirements/
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Expert Advice
Breeder of Merit: Bonnie Threlfall
People in the sport of dogs can wear many hats, and Bonnie Threlfall of Cary, North Carolina, has pretty much donned them all: Born into a dog-show family, she has been breeding her Edgewood English Cocker Spaniels for more than 40 years. After a decade-long stint as a professional handler in the late 1970s into the [...]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/breeder-of-merit-interview-bonnie-threlfall/
| October 28, 2022
Press Releases
AKC Launches New Breeder of Merit Program
The American Kennel Club® (AKC®) announced today the launch of the Breeder of Merit program, a new initiative designed to recognize AKC’s core breeders.
"The Breeder of Merit program allows the American Kennel Club to celebrate our dedicated, passionate breeders who truly are the backbone of the sport and the foundation of our organization [...]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/akc-launches-new-breeder-of-merit-program/
| October 28, 2022
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