AKC Registration?

[reba]

Is there a reason to register a female that will be spayed?

[deseeker]

If you are going to do any dog games in the future, you have to have a registration number---hunt test, trials, rally, etc. Also if something happens and you have to give up the dog, it is easier to place a registered dog. Also some breeders require the dog to be registered for a health guarentee to apply.

[tfbirddog2]

All the buyers from past litters that spayed or nuetered didnt paper the dogs

[Sharon]

I'd register the dog.

Long ago, when I discovered Hunt Tests , I had an unregistered dog . I was very disappointed I couldn't participate with her. You never know what you might get interested in.

[RoostersMom]

All of mine are registered except the shelter pointer. Mine are all spayed or neutered as well. Nowadays you can enter AKC Hunt Tests with a PAL (limited registration) but it's easier if you just have the dog's original paperwork. Plus you get to name the dog something cool.

[cjhills]

Most of my buyers don't register their spayed or neutered pups. I wish they would but it is their choice and of very little value. AKC wishes they would also. Cj

[CDN_Cocker]

If you ever hope to trial or compete in anything you need to be registered. That's good enough reason right there.

[reba]

Good answers.

Thanks!