Susan Bedingfield, kudzusharpei@nuvox.net

I am a member in good standing of the Chinese Shar-Pei Club of America as well as an AKC Breeder Of Merit. All Kudzu dogs are registerd with the American Kennel Club. As such, I am committed to the care, protection, and advancement of this breed.

I believe that I have a lifetime commitment to any dog I have bred or obtained, whether it is a beloved companion and pet, a show, obedience or service dog or a dog that I have rescued or accepted back from an owner.

I will not breed my Shar-Pei while it is still too young or after it has become too old. I will not breed my Shar-Pei too often for its own good or lines too close for its health to be maintained. I will not bred my Shar-Pei if any medical tests or screenings indicate that the dog should not be bred. When available, I will use the DNA test to screen for possible amyloid or Shar-Pei fever. I will OFA every dog used for breeding.

I will take care of the physical needs of my Shar-Pei, providing daily quality food, clean water, clean living spaces, healthy exercise, regular and proper veterinary care.

I will take care of the emotional needs of my Shar-Pei giving proper socialization with family members and other humans as well as other animals, especially other dogs.

I will never abuse my Shar-Pei by causing it intentional harm or pain, involve it in any blood sport, or place it to any kind of breeding or research facility.

I will be honest in my dealings with those from whom I purchase dogs as well as those to whom I sell any dogs. I will truthfully and openly inform them of any potential health problems or known health issues.

I will provide a full pedigree along with any information I have about my dogs' lines. I will provide full disclosure in my contract, and I will readily accept back any Shar-Pei that I place into any home.

At all times, I will do my best for my dogs and my breed.

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