REVISED 7.1.2021 NSD DNA REGISTRY INFORMATION

NATIONAL SPORTING DOG DNA REGISTRY ...... 2 REGISTRY PURPOSE ...... 2 DEFINITIONS ...... 2 BREEDER’S LICENSE ...... 3 BREEDER LICENSE FEE - $10.00 ...... 3 RECOGNIZED BREEDS & BREED GROUPS ...... 4 SINGLE REGISTRATION ...... 5 LITTER REGISTRATION ...... 6 PERMANENT REGISTRATION ...... 6 TRANSFER OF OWNERSHIP ...... 7 LOST REGISTRATION CERTIFICATES ...... 7 JUNIOR SHOWCASE EVENT ...... 7 BREEDER’S REWARD PROGRAM ...... 7 SIRE’S REWARD PROGRAM...... 7

REVISED 7.1.2021 NATIONAL SPORTING DOG DNA REGISTRY

REGISTRY PURPOSE

The NSD DNA Registry has been created for the sporting dog enthusiasts who wish to showcase the abilities of offspring in which has been produced through their breeding efforts. This registry is a 100% DNA Registry with all dogs recorded having been DNA profiled to verify parentage of the offspring which is permanently registered within the NSD DNA Registry. Participation in the NSD DNA Registry is voluntary as this registry is a separate entity from the NSD Competition Series. A dog which is registered in the NSD DNA Registry is not entitled to participate in a Series Competition without being enrolled for such series. However, Permanent Registered dogs will be eligible to compete for a Junior Dog of the Year Title and in Breeder Showcase Events once enrolled for the current series year. An NSD DNA Registration Certificate will replace any previously issued Ownership Certificate and should be utilized when transferring ownership of a registered dog. A dog that is only being hunted in the NSD Competition Series will still be issued an ownership certificate for record keeping and champion points tracking purposes.

DEFINITIONS Licensed Breeder – A “Licensed Breeder” is defined as a breeder who wishes to participate in recording litters of offspring in the NSD DNA Registry. The Breeder’s License is a onetime fee of $10.00 and is good for the Breeder’s Lifetime. Single Registered - A “Single Registered” dog is defined as a dog that has applied and been recorded in the NSD DNA Registry that has not been permanently registered through the Litter Registration process. NSD will not verify parentage of any single registered dog. A single registered dog will be the beginning of its own lineage. Permanently Registered – A “Permanently Registered” dog is defined as a dog that has been whelped from a sire and dam that is recorded in the NSD DNA Registry and can be verified through DNA Certification as such offspring. In order for a dog to be permanently registered, the breeder must have a valid Breeder’s License and adhere to the Litter Registration Procedures. Proof of Parentage Certificate – “Proof of Parentage Certificate” is the certificate that is received once the registration process is completed and parentage certification has been made through the NSD DNA Registry. NSD Parentage Certificate – This Certificate displays a genetic comparison of the canines listed which resulted in an inconclusive or disqualified determination from BioPet Laboratories due to their strict accreditation guidelines. However, National Sporting Dog, Inc. strongly believes that there is enough probability in this comparison to register the dog as being the offspring of the listed sire and dam. This certificate does not certify or give definitive proof of parentage that is guaranteed by BioPet Laboratories. The certificate shows that NSD has accepted this comparison for registration purposes only and has registered the dog with the listed sire and dam. Junior Dog – A “Junior Dog” is defined as a Permanently Registered dog that has not reached 3 years of age by the January 1st of the current series year. Any dog that is classified as a Junior Dog will be eligible to compete in any junior only hunts and the Junior Showcase event for the current series year regardless of its age.

Junior Showcase – The “Junior Showcase” is an event that is held once a year before the NSD World Hunt in which only “Eligible” Permanently Registered dogs may participate. REVISED 7.1.2021 BREEDER’S LICENSE

In order to register a litter of puppies in the NSD DNA Registry, a breeder must purchase a Breeder’s License which is good for the Breeder’s lifetime. This license is available to those individuals that are interested in bettering and promoting the sporting dog breeds. Anyone purchasing the Breeder License hereby agrees to follow conditions:

1. Agrees to follow the rules, regulations, and policies as outlined in the NSD Rules, Policies, and Regulation Handbook either written or on special occasions when modified by NSD. 2. Agrees to accept the final decisions of NSD or the NSD Disciplinary Panel. 3. Agrees to release, indemnify and hold harmless National Sporting Dog, Inc., its officers, sponsors or anyone working with the organization for any damages, financial burdens, or litigation that occur as a result of their participation in the NSD DNA Registry whether arising from negligence of the said releases or otherwise to the fullest extent allowed by law. 4. Agrees to give permission for their quotes, pictures, and videos bearing their likeness or their dog’s likeness to be used in promotional activities by National Sporting Dog, Inc. without compensation on their behalf. 5. Agrees to have read all the rules, procedures and regulations and further agrees to abide by them and understands that not following the rules is entirely their fault and theirs alone. 6. Agrees that National Sporting Dog, Inc. reserves the rights and powers to itself and in its discretion and sole judgment, to take action and impose sanctions that would: a. Bar an individual from registering or transferring any dog or puppy in that person’s name (primary or secondary owner) or to any member of that person’s family. b. Fine, Suspend or Revoke a Breeder’s License 7. Agrees and understands that any misconduct (such as falsifying documentation) will be evaluated by a Disciplinary Panel that may result in them being fined, having their license placed on probation, suspended, or revoked or a combination thereof. 8. Agrees that National Sporting Dog, Inc. reserves the right to appoint a person to inspect any litter to verify date of birth. A litter will not be registered if the Breeder refuses to allow an inspector to examine the litter and the Breeder may be subject to disciplinary action. 9. Agrees that any dispute or legal actions that arise from their participation in the NSD DNA Registry will be litigated and resolved in the Circuit Court of Cumberland County, Tennessee. 10. Agrees to list the Breeder’s License number on all NSD DNA Registry documents where required.

BREEDER LICENSE FEE - $10.00

The Breeder’s License is a onetime fee of $10.00 which good for the breeder’s lifetime and can be purchased online or mail order. The Breeder’s License will be uploaded to the NSD App under the “My NSD” tab.

REVISED 7.1.2021 RECOGNIZED BREEDS & BREED GROUPS

When single registering a dog, NSD will list a breed on the dog’s registration certificate. However, the primary focus of the NSD DNA Registry is to provide the most accurate proof of parentage verification as possible through DNA certification. Therefore, the following Breeds will be recognized and compete in the four NSD Breed Groups:

Note – A dog’s Breed Group will not be changed once it has been recorded with NSD unless the size of a dog in the Feist Breed Group is questioned.

Feist Group – Feist or Feist Cross that is 18” tall or under. (Dog to be measured at the withers)

• Feist • Cross Bred Feist – a “Cross Bred” Feist is defined as a dog that has parents from two different recognized breeds listed above or a dog that has one parent from the recognized breeds listed above and one parent from another sporting dog breed.

Note – All Feist or Cross Bred Feist must be 18” tall or under to compete in the Feist Breed Race. Any Feist or Cross Bred Feist over 18” tall must compete in the Treeing Cur Breed Race. Should any question arise about a dog meeting this height requirement, arrangements will be made for an NSD Representative to officially measure the dog in question.

Hound Group – Any full-blooded hound, hound to hound cross, or hound to sporting dog cross.

• Black & Tan • Leopard Hound • Bluetick Hound • English Hound • Plott Hound • Redbone Hound • Treeing Walker • Cross Bred Hound – a “Cross Bred Hound” is defined as a dog that has parents from two different recognized breeds listed above or a dog that has one parent from the recognized breeds listed above and one parent from another sporting dog breed other than a Cur or Feist.

Mountain Cur Group

• Original Mountain Cur • Kemmer Cur • Stephens Cur • Black Mouth Cur • United Mountain Cur

REVISED 7.1.2021 Treeing Cur Group – Hound x Cur, Feist x Cur, Bird Dog x Cur, Treeing Cur to Mtn Cur, Treeing Cur x Treeing Cur, or other breeds listed below.

• Treeing Cur – a “Treeing Cur” is defined as any sporting dog that is bred to a cur. • West Siberian Laika – The Laika will compete in the treeing cur group until further notice. • Norwegian Elkhound – The Elkhound will compete in the treeing cur group until further notice. • Cross Bred Feist over 18” tall.

SINGLE REGISTRATION

Single Registration Fee is $35 per dog which includes DNA testing. Any breed of dog may be single registered in the NSD DNA Registry. A dog must be single or permanently registered in the NSD DNA Registry in order for its offspring to be recorded. A single registration application must be submitted for each dog to be registered along with one photo. The photo can be mailed in with the application or emailed to [email protected]. Once the application is processed, the dog’s primary owner will be mailed a DNA collection kit labeled with the dog’s name. There will be complete instructions with each kit on how to properly collect the sample. After the sample is collected, you will place it in the self-addressed envelope that is included and drop it in the mail. The DNA Sample must be received by the lab within sixty (60) days of the dog’s profile being created or the dog’s registration will be voided and the registration fee forfeited to NSD. Once a registration is voided, a new single registration application must be submitted to register the dog. NSD will work with each owner to assist them in meeting this deadline. The DNA processing will take 2-3 weeks once received at the lab. When processing is completed, you will be mailed your NSD Single Registration Certificate and DNA Profile. NSD will not verify parentage of any single registered dog. A single registered dog will be the beginning of its own lineage.

REVISED 7.1.2021 LITTER REGISTRATION Litter Registration Fee is $6 per pup. To apply for litter registration of pups, both Sire and Dam must be single or permanently registered with NSD. The Breeder is to complete the litter registration form and mail to NSD within sixty (60) days after pups are born. The following rules will also apply for Litter Registrations: 1. NSD reserves the right to appoint a person to inspect any litter to verify date of birth. A litter will not be registered if the Breeder refuses to allow an inspector to examine the litter and the Breeder may be subject to disciplinary action. 2. Litter Registration Late Fees:

▪ Litter Registration Applications postmarked more than sixty (60) days after the litter's date of birth will cause the following late fees to be assessed to the Breeder: a. Postmarked 61 – 90 Days after whelping ...... $50 b. Litters postmarked after 90 days of whelping will be registered at NSD’s discretion. Once a litter registration has been processed, the breeder will be mailed out puppy papers for each dog listed in the litter. These puppy papers will be given to the new owners for them to permanently register their new dog. PERMANENT REGISTRATION The Permanent Registration fee is $35.00 per dog which includes DNA testing. A dog will receive a permanent registration when its litter has been registered by the breeder and the new owner has been supplied a set of puppy papers. The puppy papers are to be signed by the breeder which certifies the transfer of ownership and completed by the new owner. The puppy papers must be postmarked by 180 days (Estimated 6 Months) of age to avoid a late fee and must include 2 photos (one of each side) of the puppy. The photos can be mailed in with the application or emailed to [email protected]. Should the puppy papers be postmarked after 180 days (Estimated 6 months) of age, the following late fee schedule will apply: • Late Permanent Registration: • $65.00 Registration Fee if postmarked 181-270 days (Estimated 6 Months – 9 Months) of age. • A puppy can be permanently registered after 270 days (Estimated 9 Months) of age for $35.00 but it will NOT be eligible to participate in the Junior Programs. Puppies must be registered by two years of age. Once the puppy papers are received and processed, the dog’s primary owner will be mailed a DNA collection kit labeled with the dog’s name. There will be complete instructions with each kit on how to properly collect the sample. After the sample is collected, you will place it in the self-addressed envelope that is included and drop it in the mail. The DNA Sample must be received by the lab within sixty (60) days of the dog’s profile being created. Any samples being received after sixty (60) days but before the end of ninety (90) days will be accessed a $30 late fee. Samples received after ninety (90) days will have a $100 late fee accessed. All late fees must be paid before the registration process will be completed. NSD will work with each owner to assist them in meeting these deadlines. The DNA processing will take 2-3 weeks once received at the lab. When processing is completed, you will be mailed your NSD Permanent Registration Certificate, DNA Profile and Proof of Parentage Certificate or NSD Parentage Certificate. If a dog’s parentage test is disqualified, NSD will immediately contact the parties involved to begin investigating the disqualification. Should the dog’s parentage not be determined, it shall be single registered in the NSD DNA Registry. If a breeder is found to have deliberately falsified any documentation, misconduct charges will be filed and sent to the NSD Disciplinary REVISED 7.1.2021 Panel. NSD may investigate any breeder who has multiple cases of parentage being disqualified and that breeder may also be subject to further disciplinary action. TRANSFER OF OWNERSHIP

The fee to transfer from one owner to another is $15.00 for registration papers issued after July 1st, 2021 and $10 for registration papers issued prior to July 1st, 2021. The only way a dog is to be transferred is for the original registration certificate to be mailed to NSD with the signatures of the Primary and Secondary (if a secondary owner exists) owners. If the original certificate has been lost, the Primary owner will need to purchase a duplicate registration. NSD or the NSD Disciplinary Panel may restrict a dog of being transferred to another owner if the new owner is under disciplinary action that has suspended registration privileges or the new owner has indebtedness to NSD. LOST REGISTRATION CERTIFICATES The fee for a duplicate registration certificate of any NSD DNA Registered dog is $10.00. An application for duplicate registration certificate on any NSD DNA registered dog must be completed by the owner on record to obtain duplicate papers. Application forms for duplicate registration certificates are available from the NSD Office upon request, or can be downloaded from the NSD website. JUNIOR SHOWCASE EVENT

The Junior Showcase Event is an event where only “Eligible” Permanently Registered Junior dogs may participate. This event will be held once a year before the NSD World Hunt which has a 100% payout.

BREEDER’S REWARD PROGRAM

The NSD Breeder’s Reward Program is designed to reward NSD Licensed Breeders for their efforts in producing performance sporting dogs which participate in NSD Events. A Licensed NSD Breeder, in good standings, will receive a $1000 cash award when an enrolled offspring places the highest of all enrolled offspring at the Breeder’s Showcase Event. The Litter Enrollment for this program is $25 per litter for each Showcase Event the Breeder wishes to enroll the litter in and the enrollment must be completed during the litter registration process. There will be a check box on the litter registration form to select which Breeder’s Showcase Event(s) that the litter is to be enrolled in. The current NSD Showcase Events are the following:

• Squirrel Series Breeder’s Showcase

SIRE’S REWARD PROGRAM

The NSD Sire’s Reward Program is designed to reward owners of NSD Registered Sires for their offspring’s performance in the NSD Breeder’s Showcase Events. The SRP award is $250 and will be awarded to the sire’s owner whose offspring wins the Breeder’s Showcase Event.