Does APRI require DNA profiling of breeding dogs, and what is APRIs position on DNA profiling?
This is really a two-part question. APRI does not require DNA profiling of registered breeding dogs. If a pet owner or breeder has had a DNA profile completed, APRI offers the opportunity to list that on the registration certificate. It has been the stated policy of APRI for years that if we ever offer DNA to our breeders, it will be when it is economically feasible. No registry can afford to offer genuine and valid DNA profiling to all registrants absolutely free unless there is a loophole or an exclusionary clause. When DNA profiling costs as much or more than a registration fee, no legitimate registry can afford to loose money for publicity purposes. APRI will OFFER it (emphasis on “offer”) when it is economical enough (and it will be someday). We will let the breeders who want it pay for it, and APRI will reimburse them up to that cost with free litter registrations. To assure the highest level of integrity, microchips will be required in each dog with a DNA profile. However, even
