How to Submit an Ad - American Chesapeake Club

How to Submit a Classified Ad

Notice to all ACC members who wish to place a classified ad:

Breed Health Statement

The American Chesapeake Club (ACC) Board of Directors and the ACC Health Committee approved the following Health Statement for Chesapeake Bay Retrievers: The ACC Board of Directors strongly recommends that all breeding stock be free of Hip/Elbow Dysplasia, Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA) in addition to all hereditary eye diseases, Exercise Induced Collapse (EIC), and Degenerative Myelopathy (DM) –tested Normal or otherwise. The above health statement was proposed by our ACC Health Committee then approved by the ACC Board of Directors on September 11, 2016, (ACC Board Motion 16:39).

CLASSIFIED AD SUBMISSION GUIDELINES – Guidelines cover all ads for Stud Dogs, Puppies, and Older Dogs.

Advertisers must be ACC members in good standing for a period of one year or more before placing an ad.

The absence of OFA/CERF/PRA/DM/EIC information indicates to the buyer that they should inquire about these conditions/clearances. Inclusion on these classified lists does not imply endorsement by the ACC or guarantee health clearances. The ACC accepts ads in good faith. Guarantees or warranties (expressed or implied) are the sole responsibility of the advertiser.

All ads must be submitted by filling out an online form (see below). Alternatively, a paper copy of the form can be requested from the coordinator. Submit an online form or mail a paper form to the address below.

Stud Dog/Puppy/Older Dog Ads: Bulletin ads are due the 1st of odd months only. Bulletin due dates will be strictly adhered to. Any Bulletin ad received after the Bulletin deadline will be published in the following Bulletin. Web ads are not subject to Bulletin deadlines and can be submitted at any time. Any ad can be removed at any time at the request of the member.

Stud Dogs: Included in 6 Bulletin issues and on the website for one year. Stud dog owners will be asked to confirm inclusion on the list annually (in December).
Puppy/Older Dogs: Owner will indicate expiration date for ad.

Note to breeders: Be cautious as to whom you respond to in conjunction with your puppy ads. Some breeders have been receiving e-mails from pet dealers.

GLOSSARY OF COMMON SYMBOLS / ABBREVIATIONS:

* Dog has placed in the Sporting Group

** Dog has placed in licensed Field Trial derby or qualifying stake.

*** Dog is a qualified all-age field trial dog.

Breeder List/Classifieds Coordinator – Position Vacant – Currently managed by the Electronic Communication Working Group

How to Use the ACC Breed Database to Improve Your Ad

As of January 2023, our classifieds will link to the ACC Breed Database. This will expand the information that is accessible about each dog or litter. It is the responsibility of each dog owner to keep their dog’s database profile up-to-date. For example, any new health test can be added by the owner. Before submitting the form (below) for your ad, you’ll want to visit your dog’s profile on the database and add any missing health clearances, a photo, a note, or any missing parent information.

The ACC Data group has created a page to support you in learning how to update a dog’s page on the database.

Bulletin submission deadlines are:

Dec 31 – Jan/Feb Issue – Delivery Late February
Feb 28 – Mar/Apr Issue – Delivery Late April
Apr 30 – May/June Issue – Delivery Late June
June 30 – July/Aug Issue – Delivery Late August
Aug 31 – Sept/Oct Issue – Delivery Late October
Oct 31 – Nov/Dec Issue – Delivery Late December

Get Started by Completing an Online Form Below

Reminder: Only ACC Members are eligible to place an ad.

Note: The ACC Board of Directors may exercise the right to suspend or remove any ad.

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