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Become a Member
Join Fur and Family First Companion Dog Breeders Inc.
Fur and Family First Companion Dog Breeders Inc. welcomes breeders who are committed to ethical, welfare-focused companion dog breeding.
Membership is designed for breeders who prioritise the health, wellbeing, and lifelong care of their dogs and who are willing to meet clear standards of accountability and transparency.
Who Can Apply
Membership is open to companion dog breeders who:
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Are committed to ethical breeding practices
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Comply with relevant state and territory animal welfare legislation
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Are willing to participate in independent veterinary audits
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Support transparency, education, and continuous improvement
Membership Levels
Fur and Family First offers two membership levels:
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Star Membership – for breeders meeting welfare standards and working toward ongoing education
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Gold Membership – for breeders with advanced education and demonstrated long-term commitment
Membership Requirements
All applicants must:
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Complete a membership application
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Provide identification for verification
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Participate in an independent veterinary audit
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Agree to follow ethical breeding principles and organisational policies
Membership is reviewed to ensure alignment with Fur and Family First standards.
Veterinary Audit & Application Process
All audits are conducted by a registered veterinarian.
Please read the Code of Ethics and Audit Requirements prior to requesting membership.
Step 1-
Read and understand the Fur and Family First Code of Ethics.
Step 2
Complete the Membership Application Form and submit it, along with a copy of your photo identification, to:
📧 support@furandfamilyfirst.com
Step 3
Contact your chosen veterinarian and forward the Audit Form to them.
Step 4
Have the audit completed by a licensed veterinarian.
The completed audit must be returned directly by the veterinarian to:
📧 support@furandfamilyfirst.com
Note: Audits will not be accepted if submitted by the applicant.
Step 5
Contact Admin to confirm the completed audit has been received.
Step 6
Pay the applicable membership fee once advised by Admin.
Step 7
Upon approval, access the Members Area, including downloads and resources such as:
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Pet insurance information
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Puppy packs
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Assurance certificates
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Useful breeder resources
Step 8
Provide Admin with a puppy photo and any additional information requested.
Step 9
Receive your welcome letter, membership certificate, and receipt by post.
Step 10
You are now an approved member of Fur and Family First Companion Dog Breeders Inc.
Membership Fees
Membership fees contribute to the administration of the organisation, veterinary audit processing, member support, and educational resources.
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⭐ Star Membership: $250 per year
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🏅 Gold Membership: $250 per year
Veterinary audit fees are paid directly to the veterinarian and are not included in the membership fee.
Code of Ethics
All members are required to comply with the Fur and Family First Code of Ethics, which promotes:
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Animal welfare and responsible breeding
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Transparency and honesty
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Respect for dogs, puppy buyers, and the community
Important Information
Fur and Family First Companion Dog Breeders Inc. is a membership-based association.
Membership does not replace legal requirements or government regulation, and Fur and Family First does not sell puppies or manage breeder transactions.
Questions?
If you have any questions about membership or the application process, please contact us via the Contact Us page or email support@furandfamilyfirst.com.