Can you get a copy of the papers for your pitbull?

Answer 1

If you bought your dog from a reputable breeder who had papers on the bitch and sire, they should have given you papers stating the dog's parents' names which you would send to the United Kennel Club or/and the American Dog Breeders' Association with a fee in order to register your puppy with whatever name you choose. If your dog's parents aren't both registered, he cannot be either. In short, the answer to the question is - contact the person/organization you got your animal from and speak with them about registration papers.

Actually, the AKC does not recognize the "American Pitbull" as a specific breed. It does recognize the Staffordshire Bull Terrier--but that is a distinct breed. There are several "bully breeds" in the AKC, however this concept we have now of the "pitbull" is largely a name created by the public (and the press) which combines any and all dogs with the bull terrier characteristics. Well bred (by a responsible breeder) and well trained and socialized, these dogs make wonderful companions, but are not recommended for the first time dog owner as they require experience and sound leadership--but not brutality. They are among the most intelligent, sensitive and loyal of companions, but because they are such a powerful group of dogs, the owners are obligated to acquire, socialize and train them responsibly.

Answer 2

The only way to get them is from the person who bred and registered the litter. This is assuming both parents were registered, the breeder was in good standing, and the breeder registered the litter. Some breeders will only give limited papers which prevent the new owner from registering puppies bred from the dog. This is done when the breeder does not consider the dog a good candidate for breeding. If your dog has no papers but looks like a pure bred dog and you wish to compete in performance trials, such as obedience competitions, you can get a limited listing privilege. It is not the same as actual registration papers, but it will permit you to compete in performance events (but not in conformation, and not to register puppies, as the dog must be spayed or neutered to qualify). See link below for information on applying for an ILP through the AKC (American Kennel Club).

Answer 3

Contact the AKC, or the UKC.

The breeders are the ones to arrange to have the litter registered with the CKC or they have their own club too. The Pit Bull is not recognized by the AKC. The American Staffordshire is though. I will have to check for sure, but, last I heard, an owner can still paper them after the fact, if both parents are available for inspection. I do not mean to argue with you, but facts are important to the author of the question. And, I know about the whole movement thing, (you know, the one about not allowing pit bulls in given settings, or areas, so everyone is saying "no, she is not a pit bull, she an American Staffordshire, and they even leave off the " bull terier" part.) I haven't been given any official "memo" telling me to remove them from the pit bull list, and the last time I took my two to the dog park, they were proud as hell to be pits. In fact there are 3 other types we will have to confer with, as well.

Answer 4

Your Pit Bull Terrier must be purebred and registered as a puppy by the dog's breeder. The parents also have to be registered with a Kennel Club for the puppies to have a chance of getting papers. If your dog is already fully grown or not pedigree, it cannot get papers.

Answer 5

When you purchased your Pitbull you should have received papers from the breeder and if you didn't then ask for them. If you have the papers and just want a copy then scan it or take it to an office supply store such as Staples or Office Depot and get copies.

Answer 6

Contact the veterinarian who did the shots for the paperwork

Answer 7

well you acutely cant cant do that