WHAT ARE THE CORRECT REGISTRATION PAPERS FOR THE FILA?
The Fila is not recognized by the AKC. The only internationally recognized registry for the Fila and other “rare breeds” in the US is through the Federation Cynologique Internationale (FCI) issued from Puerto Rico (FCPR) or from Brazil (CBKC). The Fila Brasileiro Club of America (FBCA) also issues registration certificates allowing you to earn titles in the US. SouthLand Filas are registered with both the FCI and FBCA as should be all dogs from FBCA members. DO NOT PURCHASE A FILA WITHOUT GETTING A VALID FCI REGISTRATION CERTIFICATE WITH YOUR DOG. There are many registries in the US who are issuing “registrations” for dogs including the AKA (American Kennel Association) and the FIC (Federation of International Canines). They are worthless if you plan on breeding or showing your Fila. These registries do not maintain accurate extended pedigree information for the Fila. Do not purchase a dog without proper FCI registration at any price, unless you are keeping the dog simply as a pet.
Related Questions
- I recently bought a puppy, and, until I received the papers, I didn realize it was sold to me with a "limited" registration. I am going to send the papers to the AKC, but was wondering if, once I receive the papers, could I then register the pup with APRI?
- What is that status of my registration papers?
- Do registration papers come with the horse?
