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I recently had the pleasure of using AKC Marketplace to find my new furry family member, and I couldn't be happier with the experience. The breeder I connected with, Jon, was incredibly helpful and supportive throughout the entire process. From guiding me on how to prepare for my beagle puppy to ensuring a smooth delivery despite challenges, Jon's dedication and care shone through. Thanks to AKC Marketplace, I now have a happy and healthy puppy bringing joy into my home.

After exploring various reviews about Breeder Havanese Canine, it's evident that customers have had mixed experiences. Some customers have expressed concerns about the breeding practices and quality of the dogs, highlighting issues such as inbreeding and lack of genetic and health guarantees. On the other hand, there are positive aspects mentioned by some customers, such as prompt responses and friendly service. It's essential for potential customers to thoroughly research and consider all feedback before engaging with Breeder Havanese Canine.

AKC is great... we always register our pups with AKC, would not register them any where else. Thank you AKC!

For anyone looking to buy a new puppy or find a breeder, they should be going to this website. They should be looking to find a dog from someone who has been approved by the American Kennel Club.

This is the site I looked at before purchasing both my dogs. They have lists of trusted breeders. I was very happy with the health and level of care my dogs received as puppies. They are great dogs.

I really love the American Kennel Club because they provide much needed canine search and rescue services in addition to all the support they give to breeders. You can read more here: http://www.akc.org/dogny/

This is an outstanding site that gives a great wealth of information on dogs that are recognized by the AKC. Not only that, they also list breeders located in each state.

There is also a section where you can type in what you're looking for in a dog, and it will give you suggestions on suitable breeds.

The AKC is the main registry for purebred dogs in the United States. Their website contains a plethora of information, including:
- Detailed information, photos, and standards for all AKC breeds, as well as links to their official breed clubs and rescues
- Information on local all-breed clubs
- How to get started in all dog sports, ranging from lure coursing to herding to rally and everything in between
- The rules for all dog sports, along with lists of judges, all titles that can be won, events being held, results, and so on
- Breeder education, recording keeping, and other things useful to dog breeders
- Register dogs, litters, etc online
- Look up your dog's pedigree
- Learn about home owner's insurance, how to prepare for disasters, and other things that tend to get overlooked
- How to register your MIXED BREED to compete for AKC titles in agility, obedience, rally, and coursing
- Healthcare insurance for dogs, microchip registration with the AKC to help locate lost dogs
- Education sheets, coloring pages, and other things to help children learn about proper care for dogs

The AKC has a wonderful website, whether you're thinking about getting a dog or have owned them for years.

I have seen first hand how this organization will register litters and dogs without the owners signature or permission. A son of my girl was sold without it's owner's permission or knowledge by someone who never owned or was part of any contract regarding the dog. AKC conducted a DNA investigation and the breeder who sold the dog without permission did not tell them who they sold the dog to. The investigation was conducted because the damn's breeder suspected the dog was the sire of a litter that listed a different sire. It was determined that the sire listed on the litter was not the sire and the breeder who sold the suspected sire was never suspended and never had to reveal who they sold the sire to. Now, this breeder is able to continue to use the sire and possibly continue to list inaccurate sires on pedigrees because the AKC did not test all their breeding stock in light of the results of the investigation. I asked them to compare my girl's DNA to the sire of the puppy in question and they would not do it. I thought they were supposed to insure the registry is accurate? Based on my experiences with the AKC; they seem to go after breeders who do not register 100% of their puppies. I think it is all about registration dollars and not accuracy of animal welfare. I also think it is a waste of money and a worthless piece of paper. I don't think dog owners have any rights. They seem to side with scam artists. I have images, emails, and other information to support what I have seen them do.

Mr. Dennis Sprung - AKC President and CEO, Ms. Heather McManus, AKC Senior Attorney, Ms. Erica Ruff, AKC Corporate Attorney. AKC failed to confirm Trevor's registration and proof of ownership prior to wrongfully accepting and recording a fraudulent Notification without my name and illegal transfer of stolen semen (7 vials) to Connie Townsend and Lynn Brady wrongfully signed by Henry and Karen Nichols. There are no frozen semen records to record without my name and signature on Exhibit 1 and my name and address on "Notification of Canine Semen Extraction, Freezing and Storage". I never authorized Trevor's semen to be collected and recorded with the listed Registry at time of collection. ALL registered owners must sign Exhibit 1 in order for a collection statement to be issued in the name of myself as well as the Nichols to support AKC cover up records dated May 25,2022 and May 17,2023. Ms. Heather McManus, AKC Senior Attorney realized there was a legal issue without my name and address on AKC records. My name was illegally added to AKC records dated more than twenty years ago and sometime after AKC was contacted by the Dept. of Justice. Trevor's frozen semen records are ineligible for recording without my consent and signature on Exhibit 1 and must be removed from AKC records. I look forward to a response. Sincerely, Darla Lofranco - Breeder/Owner
On Wednesday, May 25,2022, 01:59:15 PM EDT, Jill Zapadinsky wrote:
Dear Darla,
The AKC did not accept the transfer of the frozen semen from the Nichols to Connie Townsend and Lynn Brady as your signature was not on the transfer. The frozen semen from Trevor is recorded in your name as well as the Nichols. As stated previously, any one of the recorded owners can sign an AKC litter application.
Comment - Any one of the recorded owners can NOT sign an AKC frozen semen litter application without my signature on Exhibit 1 and Notification/collection statement in the name of myself as well as the Nichols to support AKC records dated May 25,2022.

I ordered a Pedigree and I.D tags in the beginning of march, and still haven't received either. The customer service is extremely terrible, and seem uneducated. If you have to do any business with AKC expect to wait, wait, wait, and wait somemore.