Registering your dog with the American Canine Association, Inc. entitles you and your canine to a Lifetime of FREE services…

l  Lifetime Lost and Found Service

l  Exclusive access to our “Ask a Vet” section

l  Exclusive access to Animal Behaviorists through our “Ask a Trainer” section

l  Lifetime Genetic Health Tracking

No other registry has as much to offer to you. Isn’t it about time that there is a registry that is serious about your needs?  All of this is done in an effort to assist you, your family, and your dog.  Dog ownership is fun!  ACA is here to help you have healthy, happy canines!

What do I get in the mail when I register my dog with the American Canine Association, Inc.?

When you register your dog with the ACA, you will receive a Certificate of Ownership, which proudly displays your dog’s information: such as name, color, parents name and registration number, etc.  This certificate is as attractive as it is large.  The 8 1/2” by 11” certificate is suitable for framing—certainly many happy dog owners do just that!

You will also receive a handsome Lost and Found Tag for you dog that is ready to activate at your earliest convenience.  The American Canine Association, Inc. includes this in your certificate packet so that we may begin protecting your dog right away!

What other services am I eligible for when I register my dog with the American Canine Association, Inc.?

FREE Lost and Found Service…We are excited to offer you a FREE lifetime Lost and Found Service.  This service is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year!  How’s that for service?

When you register your dog with the ACA, you will automatically receive a lost and found TAG, which you will hang on your dogs collar.  On the front of the tag, it reads: Protected by the American Canine Association, Inc.  The back of the tag has a toll free telephone number where operators are there to reunite you with your dog, any time of the day, any time of the year—for the life of your dog

The Lost and Found tag is made of durable plastic that is high impact, shatter resistant, and has a greater degree of visibility.

How do I activate this service?

Once you receive your FREE lifetime Lost and Found Tag, simply follow the directions in your packet.  Your dog’s attractive tag comes in a sealed plastic envelope with your own personal identification number, reserved just for you and your dog.  The identification number is pre-printed directly onto your Pet Tag. You can activate this service in two convenient ways: fill out the Owner Information Form and send it to the address listed or fill out the Ownership Information Form and submit it directly Online. 

FREE “Ask A Vet”…Ask a Vet gives you direct access, via ACA Website, to submit a question to a veterinarian any time of day or night! Routinely, your answer will be emailed to you within 72 hours. If you should have any questions about your dog’s diet, immunizations, or any other health related question, isn't it great to know that you have someone to turn to?  This helpful service is exclusively available to owners who have their dogs registered with the ACA! The “Ask A Vet” is also perfect for you new puppy owners out there that are looking for a good licensed veterinarian that is close to your home!

How does the “Ask A Vet” work?

Go to the “Ask A Vet” section of our Web Site and type in your dog’s registration number. Through our computer systems intelligence, the confirmation of your registration number will grant you access (this only takes a few seconds).  Type your question and submit it by pressing the submit button.  ACA will then forward your question to a veterinarian.  Routinely, you will have a qualified answer within 72 hours. 

FREE “Ask a Trainer”…ACA Animal Behaviorists are at your disposal to give you tips and advice, and to answer any questions that you may have about behaviorism.  Our behaviorists are some of the top professionals in the country that specialize in this field.  If you should have a question about housetraining, barking, or any other behavioral problem, the ACA Animal Behaviorists are there to help you! 

How do I use the “Ask a Trainer” section?

Simply e-mail your questions through our “Ask A Trainer” section of our Web Site. First, type in your dog’s registration number. Through our computer systems intelligence, the confirmation of your registration number will grant you access (this only takes a few seconds).  Then, type your question and submit it by pressing the submit button.  ACA will then forward your question to a behaviorist.  Routinely, you will have a qualified answer within 72 hours. 

FREE Genetic Health Tracking…The genetic health of you dog is important. We believe, at ACA, that it is as equally important to track the genetic health of your dog as it is to track the lineage.  That is why the ACA offers you the most comprehensive genetic health tracking service than any other registry on the market today! 

How do I health certify my dog?

It’s as easy as 1-2-3, to health certify your dog using the ACA Health Certification Form. First take the form to your veterinarian on any visit.  Ask your veterinarian if he or she can check the heart, eyes, and teeth of your dog.  If your veterinarian can certify that your dog is free of the genetic defects in those areas, he or she will sign on the appropriate sections of the form.  Second, send the completed Health Certification Form to the American Canine Association, Inc. Congratulations on being a responsible dog owner! The third step, we will take for you.  Once we receive your Health Certification Form, we will enter the certifications into the data banks for a permanent record of your health titles!

This is a FREE service available to you for the life of your dog.  For this reason, you may upgrade the health status at any time for the life of your dog.  On the back of the Health Certification Form, you will see many other Health Titles available for your dog.

If I do not health certify my dog, is genetic health tracking still available?

Yes.  The ACA automatically tracks all aspects of the genetic health of your dog.  Our goal is to help reduce or possible eliminate the occurrence of genetic defects. For this reason, the genetic health of all ACA registered canines is of utmost importance to us.

How do I register my dog with the American Canine Association, Inc.?

I have an American Canine Association, Inc. -- Registration Application Form.

Simply fill out your blue and yellow puppy Registration Application Form.  Include the name of you dog, the colors of your dog, and the gender of your dog on the front of the form.  Then, fill in your personal information, such as name, address, and telephone number.  If there is a co-owner, fill in his or her name (there is no additional charge for a co-owner).

Sign the form and if applicable, have the co-owner sign the form.

You can mail your registration form to the address listed on the form, or you can fax it directly to the ACA registration department.  For your convenience, the ACA address and toll FREE fax number is printed directly on your Registration Application Form.  Once we receive your registration application in the mail, it will be processed and back out in the mail to you within 6 working, processing days.  However, if you fax it through our toll FREE 800 number, your registration is processed and in the mail to you within 24 hours. 

I have a dog that is currently registered with another registry, how can I register my dog with the American Canine Association, Inc.?

If you have a dog that is currently registered with another registry, you can register your dog using the R-2 form.  This form can be printed out, from your computer, through our Website—in the Form Section. Attach a photocopy of your dog’s certificate to the R-2 form and fill out your personal information, such as name, address, and telephone number on the bottom section of the form. If there is a co-owner, fill in his or her name (there is no additional charge for a co-owner).

Sign the form and if applicable, have the co-owner sign the form.

You can mail your registration form to the address listed on the form, or you can fax it directly to the ACA registration department.  For your convenience, the ACA address and toll FREE fax number is printed directly on your Registration Application Form.  Once we receive your registration application in the mail, it will be processed and back out in the mail to you within 6 working, processing days.  However, if you fax it through our toll FREE 800 number, your registration is processed and in the mail to you within 24 hours. 

The American Canine Association, Inc. strives to continually provide you with the finest services.  Our many FREE services, which are offered to you, exemplify our dedication to you, your dog, and your family!  Thank you for choosing the American Canine Association, Inc. We are happy to be your registry of choice!