FAQ - Applications referred to Compliance Committee

I received a letter stating that my application to transfer my dog cannot be processed because there are issues with the current owner/breeder. What does this mean?

The previous registered owner of a dog becomes ineligible to sign Pedigree transfers when the member has been suspended or under investigation. This sometimes happens when a member is in breach of the Code, Constitution, Rules and/or Regulations.

When this happens, transfers need to be referred to the Compliance Committee for consideration on a case by case basis should the applicant wish to proceed with transfer.

Does this mean that I will lose my dog?

No. It is important to note that this is simply about the Pedigree paperwork and not about the ownership of your dog.

Should I choose to apply to Compliance Committee - What next?

As soon as Compliance Committee have reached a decision, you will be notified in writing of the outcome.

Possible Outcomes

• If transfer is approved a letter of advice will be issued and your documents will be forwarded to the processing team on your behalf. The team would contact you if further information and/or payment is required; Compliance Committee has the right to approve transfer with conditions. A possible outcome for a dog on the Main Register, is that the decision may be to transfer the dog as long as the dog is
• transferred to the Limited Register, marked never to be upgraded;
• Transfer may not be approved.

What if I am dissatisfied with the Decision?

You will have the right to Appeal. This would need to be submitted in writing, outlining the reason/s the Pedigree papers need to be transferred into your name.