CFA
Breeder Code of Ethics
Passed,
by resolution, at the Cat Fanciers' Association Annual
Meeting, June 2000 and ratified by the CFA Board of Directors,
October 7, 2000.
"As
a breeder who uses the services of the world's largest registry
of pedigreed cats, I understand I have certain responsibilities
to pedigreed cats and to the Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA).
I
am aware that I am representative of CFA breeders in my community.
I will breed my cats with the intent of improving the breed
and to produce healthy, happy kittens. I will deal honestly
with the purchasers of my kittens and cats. To the best of my
knowledge and ability I will not, without prior disclosure,
sell any kitten/cat that is sick or has been exposed to an infectious
disease. I will not sell or place kittens prior to their attaining
a proper level of immunity against common infectious diseases.
I
will strive to house my cats in a manner exceeding the CFA Minimum
Cattery Standard. I will ensure my cats are kept in a healthy
environment and I will ensure they receive the proper veterinary
care as needed.
I
will maintain appropriate cattery records and will correctly
register litters and cats.
I
will work honestly with my fellow breeders and provide timely
and correct litter registration information to those who use
my cats for breeding.
I
will mentor new breeders to ensure they have a solid information
foundation."
(Prepared
by Pam DelaBar, former Chair, CFA Animal Welfare Committee)
