Will the Coton “Go AKC” (become an American Kennel Club breed)?
The Coton is a highly desireable dog. The AKC would like to add it to its highly profitable regsitry and show circuit. However, it is estimated that 1-in-4 dogs registered with the AKC show a severe, genetic health defect. Further, the AKC has proven a boon to the puppymill pet trade racket. Members and officers of the CTCA feel that AKC membership at this time is NOT desireable for the Coton de Tulear breed. Should some people “take the Coton to the AKC” in the near future, rest assured that the CTCA will continue to register and support the Coton as a rare, pure bred dog. If you have questions about the show scene, the AKC, the FCI, or the Standards, please contact us. We will be happy to discuss these issues at length. See the Headline News story about the current unsuccessful attempts by several new Coton clubs to take the Coton de Tulear to the AKC. Title and contents of The Coton de Tulear News & Information Network © 1996-2005, the Coton de Tulear Club of America, all rights res
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