BKC code of ethics:

Pet Owner Code of Ethics

As the owner of a BKC registered dog, I pledge:

To obey and follow all rules and regulations established for pet owners by Bulldog Kennel Club. (BKC)
To respect all my bulldogs as loving and caring animals deserving of my devoted care;
To provide conscientious care, including attention food, water, shelter, and medical assistance for the animals entrusted to me, being constantly attentive to their security, safety, and well being;
To obey all state and local laws concerning licensing, identification, and immunizations;
To refrain from using my animal(s) in any illegal activity;
To make my bulldog a good dog by assuming responsibility for proper training and behavior modification, if necessary.

Pet Industry Code of Ethics

As a Bulldog Kennel Club registered member, I pledge:

To obey and follow all rules and regulations established for member breeders, distributors, and retailers by Bulldog Kennel Club, (BKC)
To encourage responsible pet ownership and an increased public awareness and acceptance of humane and noble animal programs;
To provide conscientious care, including food, water, shelter, and medical assistance, for the animals entrusted to me, being constantly attentive to their security, safety, and well being, and to place their welfare above all other business considerations;
To obey all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing animal care;
To obey all applicable federal, state, and local laws concerning licensing, identification, and immunizations;
To never knowingly falsify any records or documents concerning the registrations of my animals;
To keep accurate records of all my animals, including registrations, matings, health requirements;
To maintain identification of all my animals by approved methods, including, but not exclusive to, implanted microchips, tattoos, or collars with tags, and to correctly identify the animals with the registration certificates, applications, and pedigrees;
To deal honestly and fairly with everyone concerning my animals and to avoid misrepresentation in any form;
To avoid unfair competitive practices, any slander or defamation of my competitors, and actions or business practices which would result in dishonor or distrust of my competitors, the pet industry in general, or Bulldog Kennel Club;
To help and assist the potential customer regarding the basic characteristics, both physical and mental, of my Bulldog breed to determine the right breed for them;
To provide each customer appropriate BKC registration applications and/or certificates, unless a written contract to the contrary has been signed by the customer;
To provide, within my ability to do so, proper socialization for all my animals;
To never breed any animal until it is both physically and mentally mature;
To refrain from using my animals for any illegal activity;
To conduct my business in such a way as to bring honor and respect to Bulldog Kennel Club, (BKC)