AKC Bred with H.E.A.R.T. Program – American Kennel Club – American Kennel Club
The first step in finding your perfect puppy is to find a breeder you trust and we make that easy: just look for breeders who are members of our AKC Bred with H.E.A.R.T. program. Breeders that participate in the AKC Bred with H.E.A.R.T. program pledge to uphold the program values of health, education, accountability, responsibility, and tradition.
If you’re a breeder yourself, we invite you to join us in our century long-commitment to advance the health and welfare of all dogs and uphold the following principles:
The AKC Bred with H.E.A.R.T. program is free to join. Apply today to showcase your commitment to health testing and continued education.
Showcase your Bred with H.E.A.R.T. membership with the New AKC Puppy Folders!
Prepare your new owners for raising their puppy with our redesigned AKC Puppy Folders. Bred with H.E.A.R.T. breeders are able to purchase a special edition featuring the Bred with H.E.A.R.T. logo. With more than 125 years of passion for purebred dogs, this customizable folder contains everything your puppy owners need to get started. You can now personalize the AKC Puppy Folder with your business card and the individual puppy information.
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The Bred with H.E.A.R.T. program engages and educates breeders on best practices, including health testing. When you participate, you receive:
If you meet the requirements listed here, you can then apply to the program
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Breeders must meet the following requirements to participate in the Bred with H.E.A.R.T. Program:
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Join the AKC Breeder Rewards Program
AKC Breeders are eligible to participate in the AKC Breeder Rewards Program, powered by AKC Pet Insurance. This program rewards breeders for encouraging their puppy buyers to take responsible steps in new puppy ownership. Breeders can earn up to $10 per puppy for encouraging their puppy buyers to register with the AKC, activate their 30 days of pet insurance coverage, and download the new TailTrax mobile app. There is no cost or commitment to participate. Just sign up and start earning!
Learn more and enroll in the AKC Breeder Rewards Program.
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