Registration of Puppies

Registering a purebred pup with the IKC is highly recommended. IKC registration certifies that your breeding was carried out responsibly and in a sustainable way.

It is essential for pups competing in a number of competitions, and greatly adds to the resale value of your animal. To register a pup, download form 18 and return it to the Irish Kennel club along with the appropriate fee.

Legal obligations

If you run a dog breeding establishment, with six or more bitches of over six months in age, you are legally obliged to register your animals and sales with your local authority. Click here to find out more about your legal obligations.