Division III has adopted a Grievance Procedure for processing of Breeder Complaints against Breeders approved by Division II for inclusion on the BCA Breeder Referral Directory. (See Grievance Procedures). This Complaint form is intended for use ONLY when complaining against a Breeder approved by Division III (Arizona, California, Hawaii and Nevada). (See Division III Breeder Directory at www.thebulldogclubofamerica.org. ) Please note¡Äcomplainants residing in Division III complaining against a Breeder approved by any other Division MUST process their complaint in the Division where the Breeder was approved for inclusion on the BCA Breeder Referral Directory. (See www.thebca.org).

It is to be specifically noted, that the objective of the Division III Grievance Committee investigation is to determine whether the substantiated allegations constitute a violation of our Breeder¡Çs Code of Ethics and NOT to facilitate a mutually agreeable resolution of the complaint. Complainant is instructed to seek private resolution through appropriate legal remedies.

If the substantiated charges constitute a violation of the Breeder¡Çs Code of Ethics, the Grievance Committee, by a majority vote, may recommend the following disciplinary actions:

a) Written warning to the Breeder without publication to the website;

b) Written warning to the Breeder with publication to the website;

c) Six month suspension of privilege to be included on Division Approved Breeder Referral Listing and publication of suspension onto website; or,

d) One year suspension of privilege to be included on Division Approved Breeder Referral Listing and publication of suspension onto website.

Complainant should copy and print the form below when submitting a breeder complaint to Division III.

BREEDER COMPLAINT FORM
(DIVISION III USE ONLY (Arizona, California, Hawaii and Nevada)

Case Number (Office Use Only ) _________________

COMPLAINANT INFORMATION:

SALE INFORMATION:

Date of Sale: _____________________ Date of Puppy Delivery: ________________

Written Purchase Agreement: _____YES _____NO (IF YES, PLEASE ATTACH)

COMPLAINT:

Violation of BCA Code of Ethics:

Complainant, please check appropriate standard of conduct Breeder failed to perform and BRIEFLY describe facts to substantiate the violation:

o Members of the BCA have an obligation to protect the welfare and the best interests of their breed by conducting themselves in a manner designed to reflect credit to themselves, their breed and the BCA.

o Members who exhibit are expected to observe the highest standards of sportsmanship; conduct themselves in such a manner as to reflect positively on the sport of showing dogs; and exhibit goodwill at all shows and obedience trials.

o Members who contemplate breeding a litter, or who allow the use of their stud dog for the same purpose shall direct their efforts toward producing dogs of quality, of even temperament, vigorous and free of health problems. They shall be familiar with the bulldog breed and its BCA/AKC approved standard and breed only those specimens which conform to it.

o Members shall not engage in false or misleading advertising or misrepresentation of their breed, nor shall they malign their competition by making false or misleading statements regarding their competitors¡Ç dogs, breeding practice or person.

Please attach a BRIEF narrative of facts which substantiate your allegations.

Violation of BCA Breeder Code of Ethics:

Complainant, please check appropriate standard of conduct Breeder failed to perform and BRIEFLY describe facts to substantiate the violation:

o Recognizing the extended growth pattern of the Bulldog, the breeder shall not breed the bitch prior to 12 months of age. Back to back litters are not encouraged. After a bitch is five (5) years old, her owner should seek the opinion of a veterinarian regarding her health for breeding.

o All Bulldog bitches being bred shall be sound and have typical structure and conformation and shall be of good temperament.

o No breeder shall offer at stud any Bulldog who does not meet the above qualifications.

o If the stud dog is unproven or has had breeding problems in the past, such information shall be provided to the owner of the bitch before the bitch is bred

o Owners of stud and bitch shall sign a written agreement, clearly stating the conditions and terms of service. An agreement should also include what type of breeding will take place (natural, AI, chilled semen, frozen semen).

o It is the obligation of the breeder to honestly and fairly inform the owner of the stud dog, or bitch, as well as all buyers of pups, all known or suspected medical conditions or health problems.

o A breeder shall be available to his buyers for whatever reasonable advice and assistance they may need.

o No BCA member shall engage in wholesaling litters or in individual sales or consignments of pups or adults to pet shops, dealers, catalog houses or other commercial establishments, nor shall they be donated or given as prizes in contests, raffles, or fundraising events, no matter how charitable.

o The breeder will ask the buyer(s) to advise him if they are ever unable to keep their Bulldog, so the breeder can either take the dog back or give every assistance at placing it in a new home.

Please attach a BRIEF narrative of facts which substantiate your allegations.

Date: ______________ Complainant Signature(s): ___________________________________________

SUMBIT COMPLAINT TO:

Michelle Quesada

BCA Division III Secretary

1490 J. T. Eisley Dr.

Corona, CA 92881