To register a litter with the American Kennel Club (AKC), breeders can choose to use the full litter registration application. This application is now available as a downloadable form on the AKC website. The cost of registering a litter using the full litter registration application is a flat fee of $25, plus an additional $12 per puppy.
The AKC is a well-known and respected organization that provides registration services for purebred dogs. Registering a litter with the AKC can help establish the lineage and pedigree of the puppies, which can be important for breeders and potential buyers. It also allows the puppies to participate in AKC events and competitions.
The full litter registration application is a convenient option for breeders who have multiple puppies to register at once. Instead of registering each puppy individually, breeders can use this application to register the entire litter in one submission. This can save time and effort for breeders, especially when dealing with larger litters.
The flat fee of $25 covers the registration of the entire litter, regardless of the number of puppies. In addition to this flat fee, there is an additional charge of $12 per puppy. This means that breeders will need to calculate the total number of puppies in the litter and multiply it by $12 to determine the additional cost for registering the individual puppies.
For example, if a litter consists of 5 puppies, the flat fee of $25 remains the same, and there would be an additional charge of $12 per puppy. In this case, the additional cost for registering the 5 puppies would be $12 x 5 = $60. Therefore, the total cost to register the litter with 5 puppies would be $25 (flat fee) + $60 (additional cost for puppies) = $85.
It is important to note that these fees are subject to change, and it is always advisable to check the latest information on the AKC website or contact the AKC directly for the most accurate and up-to-date pricing.
In my personal experience, I have registered litters with the AKC using the full litter registration application. The process was straightforward, and the fees were as described above. The AKC provided clear instructions on how to complete the application and submit the necessary documentation. Once the application was submitted, I received the litter registration certificates in a reasonable amount of time.
To summarize, the cost to register a litter with the AKC using the full litter registration application is a flat fee of $25, plus $12 per puppy. This allows breeders to register the entire litter at once and establish the lineage and pedigree of the puppies. The AKC website provides a downloadable form for this application, and breeders should refer to the AKC for the most current pricing information.