Members must be professional and courteous at all times. Not only do you represent the BTCA, but all dog lovers.
Establish a reputation of trust and honor among fellow club members and all interested parties.
The BTCA members will work to the betterment of this breed and this club, as well as encourage others to do so.
Be polite and honest when representing your dog, whether in the show ring, for sale or breeding.
Show good sportsmanship and respect the rules of the show sites and the sponsors.
Members should not show dogs that do not meet the Biewer Terrier Standard.
Maintain the best possible standards of health and quality of life for your dogs.
Breed dogs and bitches that are free of serious congenital and hereditary defects.
Keep up to date on the health and genetic issues of the breed.
Work to control and/or eradicate inherited problems and conditions that are particular to the Biewer Terrier breed and breed as closely as possible to the standard of the breed.
Encourage and promote responsible breeding practices.
A breeder must strive to conform to the standard of the Biewer Terrier as set by the BTCA.
Both male and female dogs will have DNA profiles and be screened for hereditary diseases.
Encourage spaying or neutering of animals not desirable for breeding.
Maintain a complete and accurate set of breeding records.
Never knowingly sell to commercial dog wholesaler or retail dealers or their agents.
A member will not breed before the dogs are physically mature and are in good health. Females will be rested after their third consecutive whelp.
Our members will regard this Code of Ethics as a minimum standard of ethical behavior. The BTCA members will accept no less in those that they are doing business with.
Always remember that the gifts you have, were given you from God, so be as generous when people are seeking knowledge and advice about our breed.
