Kaponomana canines are registered in both AKC (American Kennel Club) and UKC (United Kennel Club).

…Companion puppies are initially registered with limited registration, baring them only from conformation competition and the ability to register puppies produced by them. Limited registration allows participation in all working competition. Should it later be desired to participate in conformation competition, lifting of the limited registration may be authorized. 

Kaponomana may authorize transfer to full registration after these three qualifications are met. Kaponomana does reserve the right to withhold authorization of the registration status change.

Kaponomana requirements for changing limited to full registration:

1. Hips screened and certified by OFA, Penn Hip or other qualified systems .

2. Re-evaluation by Kaponomana of structure, condition and temperament of the prospect canine.

3. Reviewed and committed to breeding guidelines written by Kaponomana. Kaponomana does not encourage breeding of just any full registered dog. There is much that is involved in keeping, or more importantly, improving this beautifully versatile breed. This requirement is included as a qualification because a full registration allows not only the ability to compete in conformation but also opens the ability to register litters produced by this canine.

Kaponomana strongly stresses the significance, intricacy and extreme responsibility required when breeding, for the lifetime of the litter produced. We highly suggest that you are affiliated with either the AKC or UKC national breed club and in compliance with its Breeder’s Code of Ethics. We do not 100% support all that is promoted in the national clubs, however information on the breed, breeding code of ethics and health screening are typically solid guidelines to follow. Should you own a Kaponomana canine and are seriously interested in bettering the breed, please contact us for personalized guidance. Our interest in these breeds are serious, therefore, we are open to offering honest, detailed guidance also to those who have purchased their Groenandael, Malinois or Schipperke from other breeders who are not available to assist.

…Competition puppies are selectively sold with full registration. Full Registration will provide eligibility to compete in all competitive sports supported by each registering organization. Fully registered puppies are sold only to household that have a serious interest and involvement with these breeds.  

As part of our initial discussion with all of our new owners, we stress the importance of obedience training. This training can range from basic manners to hand signals only… this is a valuable part of your canine’s life, with or without being competing for titles.

It is our experience that there are 3 types of obedience to train for. (There may be more… this is just what we have experienced thus far.)

…AKC Obedience has 3 main levels: Novice - Companion Dog (CD), Open - Companion Dog Excellent (CDX) and Utility - Utility Dog (UD). There are several other titles: Utility Dog Excellent (UDX), Obedience Trail Champion (OTCH) and National Obedience Champion.

…UKC Obedience also has 3 main levels: Novice - Companion Dog (U-CD), Open - Companion Dog Excellent (U-CDX) and Utility - Utility Dog (U-UD). There are several other titles: Obedience Champion (U-OCH) 

Canine Good Citizen

Therapy Dog  

Search and Rescue (SAR)

Detection of explosives, narcotics, etc

There are many other activities that can earn your canine a title and be a fun time for both of you. Here’s a list of a few that come to mind.