02/19/2025
The Alapaha Bulldog Club is the first breed club for Alapahas with UKC and we aspire to become the National Breed Club as well.
-Here is the link to become a club member.
https://www.alapahabulldogregistry.com/club-membership
A National Breed Club is a group of dog owners and breeders who are dedicated to preserving a specific breed of dog. They are also known as “parent” clubs and help UKC make any changes to standards and/or rules.
LEVELS OF MEMBERSHIPS & FEES
Single Membership: $25 per year. Open to anyone 18 years and older. Includes 1 ABC vote and eligibility to hold office.
(+$25)
Family/Household Membership: $35 per year. Open to anyone 18 years and older. Includes 2 ABC votes and eligibility to hold office.
(+$35)
Junior Membership: $10 per year. Open to anyone 7-18 years old. Not eligible to vote or hold office. Only able to handle dogs under 12 months old (unless otherwise approved by show host prior to show).
(+$10)
Single Membership w/ COE Breeder Listing: $75 per year. Open to anyone 18 years and older. Includes 1 ABC vote, eligibility to hold office and listed as a COE Breeder.
(+$75)
Family Membership w/ COE Breeder Listing: $85 per year. Open to anyone 18 years and older. Includes 2 ABC votes, eligibility to hold office and listed as a COE Breeder.
(+$85)
"I have read the Alapaha Bulldog Club Code Of Ethics carefully. I understand and agree to abide by these requirements. I further understand that failure to comply with any requirements may result in the suspension or revocation of my ABC membership without refund of any dues paid."
The purpose of a UKC Breed Club is to promote and encourage the breeding of purebred dogs, while also promoting the breed's popularity. UKC clubs also support health-related studies and educate members about the breed's standard.
As a club member, you also have the opportunity to showcase your dogs on the ABC’s social media platforms.
Responsibilities:
Promote the breed: Educate members and the public about the breed's heritage and instincts
Support health studies: Promote the health of the breed by supporting studies related to health issues.
Encourage responsible breeding: Encourage members to breed dogs that are healthy and free from parasites.
Conduct events: Host UKC-licensed events, including conformation events and performance events.
Promote sportsmanship: Encourage members to promote good sportsmanship in the training and exhibition of dogs.
Educate judges: Educate judges about the breed's essential elements.
Maintain contact: Maintain regular contact with members and the UKC.
Provide membership rosters: Provide the UKC with updated membership rosters and lists of officers and directors.
Benefits of breed recognition:
Breeds that are recognized by the UKC are eligible to participate in UKC-licensed events.
Breeds that are recognized by the UKC are eligible for all the benefits of the UKC.
* The Alapaha Bulldog Club reserves the right to accept, refuse, or revoke Membership with or without cause at any time at its sole discretion.
