ILA Ethics:

Members will:

Ensure that at all times all dogs under my control are properly housed, fed, watered, exercised and receive proper veterinary attention, if and when required.

Not allow any dogs under my care to roam at large and when away from home ensure they are kept fully leashed, or under effective control, at all times.

Breed only for the purpose of providing dogs which truly reflect the hallmarks of the Labradoodle which are; soundness of mind/body and allergy-friendly and non shedding coats.

Not breed from any bitch kept by causing it to be mated before it is twelve months of age.

Not sell or otherwise transfer any puppy under eight weeks of age.

Ensure appropriate vaccines for age and location will be given prior to leaving the member's premises taking into account the necessary number of days for the vaccine to take affect.

Educate and provide written details to all persons acquiring dogs written guidelines for on their responsibility for the emotional well being and physical care of the dog.

Provide to all those acquiring dogs from me written details of all dietary and immunisation requirements appropriate for location and age.

Not sell any dog to commercial dog wholesalers, retail pet dealers, or directly or indirectly to allow a dog to be given as a prize or donation in a contest of any kind.

Obtain confirmation when a dog or puppy is given as a gift or donation to families with special needs, that the recipient is willing to accept the dog and able to provide appropriate care.

Not knowingly misrepresent the coat-type, allergenic properties of the dog, nor falsely advertise, or mislead any person regarding the specific characteristics of any dog.

Ensure when selling or transferring a dog to another person that documents as required by ILA Rules or Regulations will be provided to the purchaser or transferee.

Any member failing to observe any provisions of the Code of Ethics may be subject to ILA disciplinary action including, but not limited to, removal from the Register and disqualification from membership (without refund of monies paid). The ILA also reserves the right to refer any such matter to the national relevant authority.

No patched or parti-colors will be eligible for registration or recognized as a Labradoodle

Code of Ethics from ILA website February 2004, check here for link to site.