There is a lag time of approximately one month between the time the OFA issues breed numbers and the time this information is imported into the AKC registry. It should be noted that the AKC requires dogs to be permanently identified in the form of tattoo or microchip in order to include their OFA results in the AKC database. Effective 1/1/08, only dogs with verified permanent identification (VPI) will have their OFA data transmitted to the AKC for inclusion in their database.

The OFA website is updated several times a month. However, there is a short waiting period between the time an application finishes and the data is uploaded to the web to allow time for the printed report to reach the owner. No. Information is not uploaded to the website until the evaluation has been completed and reports mailed. The OFA website is currently updated several times a month. Transitional vertebra is an incidental radiographic finding noted during the evaluation process.

The OFA does not require dogs to be purebred or registered in order to perform an OFA evaluation or to register test results into our databases.

To receive a corrected or duplicate copy, please send a written request and in the case of corrections, include the original incorrect certificate with the corrections indicated. Where possible, please send verification such as the AKC registration papers to verify the requested changes. Following receipt of the request, the OFA will update its records, and mail a new certificate.

Many less reputable registration services will do this, but anyone can go to the AKC studbooks and obtain the number for any dog. The services allowing this practice mean, in effect, that anyone can obtain a registration certificate claiming ownership to any dog desired. Disreputable people can always find a way to be dishonest, but APRI will not be a willing accomplish to subterfuge.

The current OFA fees went into effect on January 1, 2008. However, many clinics are still using old application cards with the outdated fees. It should be noted that although an outstanding balance will not hold up the evaluation process, no results will be released and no final reports will be mailed until the fees are paid in full.

Caucasians are just one of many breeds not recognized by the American Kennel Club (which only recognizes about 1/3 of over 300 separately identified breeds). There are many types of flock guardians and most countries with an agrarian culture have dogs that have been used as livestock guardians throughout history. Some of the more popular breeds, such as the Great Pyrenees, Kuvasz and Komondor, are recognized by the AKC.

Dogs with Conditional Registration have some unknown ancestors. They are eligible to compete in the same events as dogs with a Purebred Alternative Listing/Indefinite Listing Privilege (see below). They may not compete in Conformation shows. Read more about Conditional Registration here.

Our puppies/dogs are registered by the Hungarian Kennel Club (MEOE). We can obtain the Export Pedigree ($75) allowing you to transfer the dog's registration to AKC with full breeding/showing rights. Please visit AKC's web site for more information or download the Foreign Registration Application form. The AKC will charge you a fee of either $50.00 or $55.00 depending upon the services requested. Click here for help on how to fill out your AKC Foreign Registration Form.

You may obtain your junior identification number by calling the AKC, Event Records Department, (212) 696-8281. Your AKC junior number will include your birth date.

Ah. We used to give them. Then a fellow rescuer told us a story of how people convinced her it could cause no harm to give them the papers since the dog was already spayed. They promptly went to an animal shelter, adopted a look-alike, used the AKC papers from the dog they adopted for the dog they got from the shelter, and bred her. We will give them to you, but we will write "RESCUE" in big, bold letters on them.

Snugglepup - this is a bit off topic, so if this is not what you are looking for , sorry...this is such a broad subject, I apologize.... pasofino - I only know about USBCHA trials, so I'll try to explain based on how those work. The dog is sent on a "outrun" to a group of sheep, usually five, being held by another dog at a distance of as much as 800 yards away.

There are two ways to confirm your dog's qualifying scores and both ways can be done online at the AKC Store! The AKC web site URL is http://www.akc.org Individual Events & Event Results Search: From the AKC home page click on "Events" in the menu bar at the top of the page. On the next page, click on "Event and Awards Search" under the "Information on Events" heading.

Answer: If your dog was recorded in our Foundation Stock Service with a complete 3 generation pedigree (must include 3 generations of names and numbers), then your dog will be eligible for AKC recognition should the breed become recognized. Answer: You do not have to re-register your dog once the breed is accepted into AKC recognition. If your dog has a complete 3 generation pedigree on file you will automatically receive an AKC Certificate.

Yes,unless the puppy has a known fault and should not be bred, in which I would make sure you were aware at the time of purchase, the reg. would be limited and you could not reg.puppies. If there are no apparent faults, then I leave the responsibility up to the new owner. However, I strongly advise you to spay/neuter your pet. There are many responsibilities and  a lot of time involved  to properly care for your dog and her puppies.

No, while you will need to have a registered dog to participate in most AKC sanctioned events you do not have to have one to join GCOC. You only need to have a desire to learn more about the various dog sports and a love of animals. No, the GCOC recognizes that a well trained dog is a happy and safer pet. Therefore, we do everything to encourage everyone to spend time training their pet.

No they are not fully recognized. They are recognized by almost every other country in the world and so far have been accepted into the AKC-FSS for record keeping and effective September 1, 2001, they will be allowed to compete in AKC Miscellaneous Class. There are people who feel full recognition will be bad for the breed and those who are working to get the breed fully recognized.

Ascending numerical identifier given to each animal within a breed evaluated as normal and given a number, in this case the 100th Labrador to be given a number E = The phenotypic OFA evaluation, in this case E = Excellent, other normal phenotypes include G (Good) and F (Fair). PI - Indicates that the animal has been permanently identified in the form of tattoo or microchip.

APRI accepts all AKC dog registration certificates at face value if the breeder/owner is in good standing with AKC. The AKC dog can be dual registered with APRI and any litters produced may then be registered with APRI. Dual registration does not remove the current registration; it merely means the dog is now registered with more than one service.

The number written on the top shoulder of the dewar that becomes visible when you open your shipment is only our ID number for the shipping dewar itself (for our tracking purposes). This number has nothing to do with the donor number within the shipment. You will need to match the donor number on the invoicing with the donor vials inside the dewar. Just follow the instruction sheet that comes with your shipment.

It's up to you - you can have anything you want imprinted on dog tags. You may choose to have your tags printed the same way as the military see Formats . However, you can personalize the text on your dog tag to include anything. It may include personal information, a message, medical information, advertising, promotions, property information, etc.

No. There is a clear distinction between samples provided to the AKC which are used for parentage verification and overall stud book integrity versus samples provided to the bank for research purposes. Samples may be collected at the same time however, and sent independently.

Unlike some other registries in the United States, the American Kennel Club is non-profit. Registration fees pay for the administrative costs of registering your dog, for administering the sport of purebred dogs, for canine research and for many of the educational programs supported by the AKC. If a dog is registered with the AKC it can compete in events held under AKC rules. There is some competition at which every registered dog can compete. You can find additional information here.

If you would like to initiate an investigation of impure breeding, send us a letter with all information that you have about the puppy and the breeders. Describe, in detail, everything that causes you to think that there might be a problem. Please note that the dog in question must be at least 6 months of age.

Just because a dog is AKC registered doesn't mean it should be bred. A registered dog simply means that it's parents are also registered with the same registry. This confers no merit in itself, it simply means that the dog's lineage is known. Most registries do not make any assertions of quality in the dogs they register. They do not restrict the breeding of their dogs and there is no guarantee that a "registered" dog is a quality specimen.

Radiographs need to be taken by the veterinarian of your choice. These are submitted to the OFA along with the completed application form and service fee. The application can be downloaded from this site. Detailed instructions on the correct radiographic positioning and required film identification are included on the application. Any licensed veterinarian can take OFA radiographs. The necessary forms and instructions for submitting OFA evaluations can be downloaded from this site.

Preliminary evaluations are available for puppies over 4 months. For more information, go to the section on Preliminary Evaluations.