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Rescue Information:
Linda Kornhi (Springfield OR) 541-726-3850
_Cavaliers Of The Northeast_
Connecticut, Delaware, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Hampshire,
New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island, Pennsylvania, Vermont, West
Virginia. For membership information contact Lou Dell'Aquila,
412-714-1164.
_Cavaliers Of The South_
Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, North
Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia. For membership
information contact David Frederick, 205-536-0245.
_Cavaliers Of The Midwest_
Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Michigan, Missouri,
Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota, Nebraska, Ohio, Oklahoma,
Texas, Wisconsin. For membership information contact Ted Eubank,
214-350-2527.
_Cavaliers Of The West_
Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Hawaii, Idaho, Nevada, Montana,
New Mexico, Oregon, Utah, Washington, Wyoming. For membership
information contact Chuck Slemaker, 310-375-4858.
American Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Club
This national club was formed after the the CKCSC declined AKC
recognition. This club is considered by the AKC to be the national
breed club for the Cavalier. This club wrote the current AKC standard
for the breed, now in the Toy class. The January 1996 AKC Gazette has
a nice writeup of the breed plus photographs.
Contacts: ?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Club of Canada
The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Club of Canada was founded in 1973.
_Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Club of Mid-Western Canada_
Contact the Clubs Secretary, Brenda Meyers, PO Box 51, Teulon MB R0C
3B0 - (204) - 886-2504 OR Gloria Watkins, 411,Waterloo Street,
Winnipeg MB R3N 0S9 -(204) - 488-8763.
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Code of Ethics for The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Club, USA
I believe that the welfare of the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel breed
is of paramount importance. It supersedes any other commitment to
Cavaliers, whether that be personal, competitive, or financial.
Therefore I agree to act in accordance with the following Code of
Ethics at all times, and I understand that actions contrary to the
Code may be grounds for disciplinary measures to be taken by the Board
of Directors of the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Club, USA, Inc. The
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Club, USA, Inc. (hereafter referred to
as CKCSC) is a Club composed of members devoted to the continued
betterment of the breed, who put this interest well ahead of any
commercial consideration. The following Code of Ethics is predicated
upon this fundamental philosophy.
Records And Registration
I understand that all records compiled by the CKCSC depend entirely
upon the accuracy of the information I provide. Therefore, I will
register every eligible Cavalier owned, bred or imported by me. In
accordance with the CKCSC Rules for Registration and Transfer of Dogs,
I will maintain complete and accurate records of each litter I breed
and register each puppy individually, as follows:
* For the Sire and Dam:
1. CKCSC registered name, number for Accepted Foreign Registry
name and number, color, and date of birth.
2. Names and addresses of registered owners.
3. Dates of actual breeding.
* For the resulting litter:
1. Date of whelping.
2. Number, color and sex of puppies delivered.
3. Name, sex, and registration number of each puppy surviving.
4. Name and address of owner of each puppy transferred.
Breeding
I realize that the purpose of breeding Cavalier King Charles Spaniels
is to attempt to bring their natural qualities to perfection in
accordance with the Breed Standard. There exists a constant danger
that ignorant or disreputable breeders may, by improper practices,
produce physically, mentally or temperamentally unsound specimens to
the detriment of the breed. I will consult with the breeder of the dog
I own and/or with some other experienced breeder before undertaking
any breeding.
* If I decide to breed a litter, I will
1. To the best of my ability be selective with respect to
conformation, physical well-being, and temperament of the
pair to be mated.
2. Breed only after a careful study and understanding of the
Breed Standard, as it applies to the pedigrees of the two
dogs involved, and to the dogs themselves.
3. Breed only Cavaliers registered with or eligible for
registration with the CKCSC.
4. Be prepared to provide the proper care for both the bitch and
her litter, and to retain the puppies for as long as is
necessary to assure their placement in suitable homes.
5. Never breed from or to any Cavalier known to me to have an
inheritable disqualifying, disabling, or potentially
disabling defect.
6. Register with CKCSC, in accordance with the Club's Procedures
for Registration and Transfer of Dogs, each of my Cavalier
litters whelped in the USA.
* As the owner of a stud dog, I realize that I must exercise
exemplary conduct in the use of my dog in order to abide by the
standards set forth in this Code of Ethics. Therefore I will
1. Use my dog only on bitches which I feel are an asset to the
breed, whose owners agree to conform to this Code of Ethics.
2. Supply a duly signed Stud Service Certificate at the time of
mating.
3. Be as helpful as possible in assisting the owner of the bitch
with the placement of any puppies resulting form the use of
my dog, realizing that I am as responsible as the breeder for
these puppies.
4. Provide one free return service by the same dog for a bitch
which has failed to conceive or to whelp a viable litter, as
long as the dog is still in my ownership.
* As the owner of the brood bitch, I realize that I must exercise
exemplary conduct in breeding from her in order to abide by the
standards set forth in the Code of Ethics. Therefore I will not
1. Breed a bitch before 12 months and then only if she is
sufficiently mature and in excellent health: nor breed a
bitch that has reached her eighth birthday.
2. Allow a bitch to whelp more than two litters during any three
consecutive seasons.
3. Allow a bitch to carry to term and rear more than six litters
in her lifetime.
Care And Transfer Of Puppies And Dogs
* I will provide all puppies with proper veterinary and home care,
which include:
1. Checking into the removal of dewclaws, including hind
dewclaws if present. The CKCSC strongly recommends the
removal of front dewclaws to prevent the eyes from being
damaged.
2. The elimination of parasites, internal and external.
3. The necessary inoculations.
4. A properly balanced nutritional diet as recommended by my
veterinarian.
* I will ask my veterinarian to euthanize any puppy found to be
deformed or suffering from an irreversible illness.
* I will do my best to evaluate my Cavaliers objectively and to use
for breeding only those conforming closely to the Breed Standard.
All others I will either have neutered before transferring them or
will transfer with a CKCSC "Registered Transfer of Dog" form, duly
signed by buyer and seller, restricting the Cavalier from being
used for breeding purposes.
* I will to the very best of my ability screen all prospective new
owners to determine their suitability and their motives in
acquiring a Cavalier. Special attention will be given to the
necessary commitment to financial responsibility for proper care
and adequate physical facilities.
* I will not allow any puppy to leave for its new home before the
age of eight weeks. The CKCSC recommends the to twelve weeks as
the appropriate age for transfer.
* I will make sure that each of my Cavaliers, upon being released to
its new owner, is accompanied by the following:
1. Feeding instructions.
2. Written medical records, which will include immunizations,
types of vaccine used, date(s) of inoculations, date(s) of
worming if any.
3. A pedigree showing at least three generations.
4. A copy of the Code of Ethics.
5. A CKCSC Membership Application form.
6. A Certificate of Health, signed by my veterinarian.
* I will see that the necessary forms and fees to transfer ownership
are submitted to the Registration Secretary.
* I will encourage all new owners to have their Cavaliers checked by
a veterinarian within forty-eight hours of time of acquisition.
* I will encourage all new owners to keep me informed concerning the
development of any Cavalier obtained from me, and to advise me of
any problems that may develop during its lifetime, as well as of
the eventual cause of death.
* I will ask the owners of any dog acquired from me to advise me if
they are ever unable to keep their Cavalier, so that I can either
take the dog back or give every assistance in rehoming it.
* I understand that if I co-own a dog it is wise to have a contract
drawn up, signed by both co-owners, stating the exact terms of
co-ownership.
* I will be certain that any advertising I do of my Cavaliers,
written or oral, is factual and honest in both substance and
implication.
General Conduct Of Members
I will remember at all times that the CKCSC exists to protect and
improve the breed, and that these aims must be uppermost in all
activities within the breed.
* I will
1. Try to educate each owner or interested person, and be
constructive as well as instructive in my comments.
2. Always demonstrate good sportsmanship both inside and outside
the show ring.
3. Behave in a manner that will be conducive to the advancement
of our Breed and our Club.
4. Provide my dog(s) with adequate exercise, proper diet, and
the necessary inoculations.
5. Maintain sanitary conditions for my dog(s).
6. Make every effort to do what is best for my Cavalier,
including house-breaking and general training, so he will
become a dog which is a pleasure to live with.
7. Assure that my Cavalier has good medical care throughout his
lifetime, even if he develops a chronic or acute illness or
condition, and make sure he is given euthanosis when I know
this has become necessary, realizing these are the
responsibilities of dog ownership.
8. Conform to Section III of this Code should it ever become
necessary to sell, give away, or otherwise rehome my
Cavalier(s).
* I will not
1. Knowingly falsify pedigree or breeding information.
2. Seller Cavaliers to pet shops either on consignment or
outright.
3. Supply Cavaliers for auctions, raffles, or other such
enterprises.
4. Knowingly sell to unethical breeders, or sell to persons
whose intention is to resell is known or suspected.
5. Purchase any Cavalier or any litter for resale either to an
individual or a commercial establishment.
6. Maliciously degrade another member's Cavalier, kennel, or
practices.
* In all questions of Ethics not covered by this Code, I will act in
the best interest of the breed at all times.
Exhibiting
* I will not exhibit in an Official Conformation Class any Cavalier
which has been changed in appearance or gait by artificial means,
except for the removal of its dewclaws and the optional docking of
its tail. The term "artificial means" covers any attempt to alter
the appearance or gait of the dog, whether it be by coloring,
trimming, surgery or any other method.
* When I exhibit my Cavalier(s) I will be considerate of all other
exhibitors and their dogs, remembering that I as well as my
Cavalier, represent our breed and our Club.
Enforcement And Appeals
* I acknowledge that a violation of the Code of Ethics may be cause
for suspension or expulsion under the provisions of Article III,
Section 9 of the By-laws of the CKCSC.
* I understand that it is my responsibility to notify an Officer or
Director if I suspect a violation of this code.
* I understand that an appeals method will be established by the
Board of Directors in accordance with the Constitution and By-laws
of the CKCSC, whereby a member found guilty of a violation of this
Code may appeal this decision.
* I understand that members of the Board of Directors may not take
an active part in decisions which personally affect them.
Exceptions
It is recognized that legitimate exceptions to this Code of Ethics may
arise from time to time. In such cases, any member may request that
the problem be reviewed by the President, or the President's
designee(s), who will make a recommendation to the Board of Directors.
Furthermore, in certain cases, upon sufficient evidence and under
conditions where the welfare of the breed is assured, the Board of
Directors may waive any of the foregoing provisions.
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Bibliography
For more information about Cavalier King Charles Spaniels, look for
the following books:
1. Booth, Evelyn. _All about the Cavalier King Charles Spaniels_.
England, Pelham Books, 1983.
2. Burgess, Susan. _The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel_. England, Dog
Owner's Library, 1975.
3. Cuddy. _Cavalier King Charles Spaniel_. 1991.
4. Evans. _Cavalier King Charles Spaniels - An Owner's Companion_.
1990.
5. Forwood, Mary. _The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel_. England,
Popular Dogs Publishing Co., 1978. Available through Dog World
Books.
6. Spalding, Elizabeth. _How to Raise and Train a Cavalier King
Charles Spaniel_. U.S.A., T.F.H. Publications, Inc., 1965.
7. Stenning, Edith. _Cavalier King Charles Spaniels_. England,
Foyles, 1964.
8. Pennington, Alicia. _The Royal Toy Spaniel_. England, Ringpress
Books, LTD., 1989.
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