Owning a dog is not just a privilege-it's a responsibility. These animals depend on us for, at minimum, food and shelter, and deserve much more. If you are considering taking a dog into your life, you need to think seriously about the commitment that dog ownership entails.
Orthopedic Foundation For Animals (OFA)The OFA is a non-profit organization that is the primary registry for certifying hips, elbows, thyroid, and a variety of other problems. If you are considering purchasing a puppy in the future, please be sure to visit this website.
Canine Eye Registration FoundationCERF is the organization that is the primary registry for certifying that a dog is free of heritable eye disease by members of the American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists. If you are considering purchasing a puppy in the future, please be sure to visit this website.
Infodog (MB-F, Inc.)Producers and managers of dogs shows in the US. Listing of dogs shows in the US including Conformation, Obedience, and Rally.
Association of Pet Dog TrainersThe Association of Pet Dog Trainers is a professional organization of individual trainers who are committed to becoming better trainers through education. The website contains information on how to choose a trainer and it also has a search feature so you can locate trainers in your area.
Pet Care Services AssociationThe Pet Care Services Association (formerly known as ABKA or American Boarding Kennels Association) is the non-profit trade association for thousands of pet care service businesses in the United States and around the world. This web site has a listing of member kennels, sorted by city and state, and tips on how to select a boarding kennel, for pet owners who are trying to find a place to board.